Eating Habits and Portion Size How They Contribute to Obesity

It is no wonder we are having such an epidemic when poor and bad eating habits are so out of control, and these are leading to a world of obesity.

Obesity And A Poor Diet Can Hurt In More Ways Than One

Obesity causes many physical and emotional ailments that range from cardiovascular to skeletal and even psychological in nature. It is said that an obese persons body becomes a prison. Obesity for the most part can be treated and here's how.

Fat Fighting Pill On The Horizon

Italian researchers have zeroed in on a magic anti-obesity bullet. This solve-all-your-weight-problems-bullet promises to keep weight gain in check. It's also expected to allow you to eat to your hearts content. The fat fighting pill will do all the hard work for you.

Cholesterol. . . Not Bad After All

Do you know that total amount fat and cholesterol in the diet whether high or low, has no real link to heart diseases as widely believed? There are bad fats that increase risk to certain diseases and good fats that lower this risk. Cholesterol in food is not exactly a health problem.

Cause Of Obesity

There are many factors that contribute to causing obesity including genetics and behavior. Some individuals have a genetic tendency to gain weight and store fat. Although not everyone with this tendency will become obese, some people without genetic predisposition do become obese. Several scientists are presently doing studies in hopes of finding genetic targets in humans that may lead to the development of new treatments.

Obesity in Children and Teens: The Role of Fruit Juices & Weight Loss Drugs - 2 New Studies

Are fruit juices a better choice for children and teens than soft drinks? Are any of the weight loss medications safe and effective for teenagers? Two new studies give guidance for these important issues.

Is Obesity Contagious?

The obesity epidemic is growing so quickly around the world that it almost appears to be contagious. Here's how to make sure your children don't catch it!

The Epidemic of Obesity

One of the most serious problems dieticians have to encounter is that of obesity. According to the American Obesity Association (AOA), general and regional trends, urbanization are the primary causes that led to the recent increase in obesity rates.

The Dangers of Obesity - the Risks and Hazards of Obesity

With the rise of fast food over the last decade or so, western civilisation is under siege from a problem that has never plagued the world in its history. This problem is obesity. Despite the increasing research and facts emerging about fatty foods, and its effects to people's bodies and health, a vast amount of the western world still choose to ignore these facts and binge on fast foods, and do little exercise. It was reported that 35% of British men have not done any exercise within the last year, and over half are classed as over-weight or obese, while the proportion of people spending money on fatty foods and alcohol has risen.

The Dilemma of Being PLUMP

You can eat your favorite burger anytime you want. Your fridge in your room is loaded with bacon, soda, beer, cakes, fries and cheeses. The refrigerator in the kitchen is full of pasta, chocolates as well as white and red meat. You can hardly find fruits and veggies.

Obesity

It is estimated that obesity will overtake smoking as the biggest cause of heart disease. Obesity can also cause strokes and diabetes.

Obesity and Health Risk

Are you not satisfied with your look because you are overweight? Obesity and overweight have always been associated with human appearance and physical beauty. Obesity or being overweight is not just a matter of physical beauty; it has the power to have a menacing effect on your health that may be life-threatening.

The Causes of Child Obesity

Recent estimates show that around 65% of the population of the UK are overweight, with around 30% being catagorised as clinically obese, as if that is not alarming enough, let's consider the worrying statistics for our children, and the cause of these trends.

Childhood Obesity – Helping your Child

A child that suffers from overweight or obesity is one that should regarded as having a temporary disease, the obesity condition is dangerous for the child heath and has effect on his social life, self esteem and confidence. When you decide that you want to fight, and beat childhood obesity you should think carefully or a plan and a tactic you will use to fight this condition.

Alternatives to Cosmetic Liposuction

Liposuction is one of the safest cosmetic surgeries available today. However, being that it is surgery, it has its own risks.