Posted - February 8, 2010

What is Normal Weight Obesity?

While many fitness and nutritional experts use a body mass index to determine what your normal weight range should be, BMI may miss part of the picture. As a result, you may be within a "normal" weight range and also be considered obese. Learn More
Posted - January 31, 2010

Venous Clotting and Obesity

Your risk of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism increases with obesity, but researches have discovered that your gender and the location of the excess weight are also important factors. Learn More
Posted - January 29, 2010

Asthma May Vary with Weight

There may be a difference in how asthma affects people who are obese compared to sufferers who are of normal weight or overweight, according to a study conducted by Brian Schroer, MD, of the Cleveland Clinic. Learn More
Posted - January 27, 2010

Add Stress and Add Pounds

Your stress could be the reason for weight gain, a recent study has discovered. Men and women who have a high body mass index (BMI) have a tendency to gain weight when they experience stress from work-related demands, money problems, depression, or anxiety, reported Jason P. Block, MD, MPH, and colleagues in the American Journal of Epidemiology. Learn More
Posted - January 27, 2010

Stop Mindless Eating after Bariatric Surgery

Many people struggle with losing weight because of mindless eating. If you're not conscious of what you're eating, how much you're eating, and why, then you may find that you're overeating and gaining weight as a result. Check out these helpful tips to put an end to mindless eating and finally lose weight for good. Learn More
Posted - January 19, 2010

Make Walking Count with a Pedometer

A pedometer is an inexpensive device that counts your footsteps. Keeping an eye on your daily number of steps taken can be a great motivator for getting more physical activity into your daily life. Learn More
Posted - January 12, 2010

Bariatric Surgery for Older Patients

In the past, there has been concern that bariatric surgery is too dangerous for obese patients over the age of 65; however, a recent comparison study has shown that the risk of bariatric surgery is actually comparable between older and younger patients. Learn More
Posted - January 5, 2010

Gastric Bypass Good for the Heart

A recent study suggests that bariatric surgery may provide more than the cosmetic benefit of looking thinner - "it may also reduce the Learn More
Posted - December 28, 2009

Ten Exercise Tips to Stay Motivated

Starting a fitness program is much easier than sticking with one. Learn how to stay motivated and on-track when boredom or lagging Learn More
Posted - December 18, 2009

Body Contouring After weight Loss Surgery

Losing weight should make you feel better and look better; however, losing over 100 pounds may leave you with excess layers of skin that Learn More

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