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Metformin and Lifestyle Intervention Prevents Metabolic Syndrome

Posted: Thursday, April 27, 2006

"The metabolic syndrome is a high-risk state for diabetes and cardiovascular disease," Lifestyle intervention is better then any drug and along with metformin works to prevent the metabolic syndrome (MS).

Too Much TV Put Extra Pounds on Your Preschooler

Posted: Monday, April 24, 2006

In a new study, researchers found that preschool-age children who are exposed to more than two hours of TV a day are three times as likely to be overweight than kids who watch two or fewer hours of TV daily.

Glycemic Index ‘Unrealistic’ and Not Very Useful

Posted: Friday, March 17, 2006

The glycemic index, a current hot diet trend, “does not seem useful in understanding how diet impacts health, it only makes life more complicated for those trying to adopt a healthier lifestyle.” says the author of a new study.

Medical Professionals Must Set Example In War On Obesity

Posted: Tuesday, June 22, 2004

280 members of the AMA House of Delegates are overweight or obese, while just 140 are normal weight or less. Obesity is a major public health concern in the United States and medical professionals are not exempt from the problem.

Medical School Establishes Obesity Course

Posted: Saturday, April 10, 2004

Duke Medical School is setting up a course in treating obesity, saying that with nearly two thirds of Americans overweight, doctors need specialized knowledge of the condition.
Coursework will include the underlying causes of obesity and how to treat it.

Prevention Of Type 2 Diabetes: Data From Recent Trials

Posted: Tuesday, January 20, 2004

Although the study populations differed by race and ethnicity, the mean BMI, and the intensity of the lifestyle intervention provided, all investigators found substantial diabetes risk reduction with modest weight loss and increased physical activity.

Diseases Linked to Obesity and Insulin Resistance: Obesity: Building A Program For Success

Posted: Saturday, December 27, 2003

Incentives need to be built into each patients program individually and something they can relate to. Part of the challenge in tackling this recidivistic clientele is overcoming boredom. Try doing this by offering varied menu choices when making suggestions.

Weight Management a Therapeutic Priority for Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes

Posted: Tuesday, November 18, 2003

Weight management may be the most important therapy for obese individuals with type 2 diabetes, according to a recent American review. Obesity and weight gain are important risk factors for the development of diabetes and can significantly influence the outcome for those already diagnosed with the disease. Obesity is also a known risk factor for coronary heart disease (CHD), which is responsible for 70% to 80% of deaths in diabetics.

How to Eat More and Still Lose Weight

Posted: Thursday, October 30, 2003

It's the energy density of foods -- not the amount we eat or even the overall fat content -- that most contributes to weight gain. When it comes to dieting, bigger food is better. That may be surprising to dieters who've struggled to cut calories by eating less food.