Weight Management
Obesity "bad for brain"
09/05/12 11:26
Obesity 'bad for brain' by hastening cognitive decline – ( Source: BBC 8/21/12)
Being overweight is not just bad for waistlines but for brains too, say researchers who have linked obesity to declining mental performance.
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Being overweight is not just bad for waistlines but for brains too, say researchers who have linked obesity to declining mental performance.
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Globesity
09/05/12 11:03
Efforts to Tackle Global Obesity Shaping a New Investment Megatrend, Says New BofA Merrill Lynch Report
Increasing efforts to tackle obesity over the coming decades will form an important new investment theme for fund managers, according to a new BofA Merrill Lynch Global Research report called “Globesity - The Global Fight Against Obesity.” Read More...
Increasing efforts to tackle obesity over the coming decades will form an important new investment theme for fund managers, according to a new BofA Merrill Lynch Global Research report called “Globesity - The Global Fight Against Obesity.” Read More...
Satiety Ingredient
09/05/12 10:56
Methyl Cellulose For Satiety -
Research presented at the 244th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical shows that a new version of methyl cellulose—a food additive that has been used for more than 50 years—may offer a satiating effect when added to yogurt, fruit shakes, smoothies, and other foods. Read More...
Research presented at the 244th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical shows that a new version of methyl cellulose—a food additive that has been used for more than 50 years—may offer a satiating effect when added to yogurt, fruit shakes, smoothies, and other foods. Read More...
Higher Protein Lower Carb
05/24/12 16:19
Recent research conducted at University of Illinois shows if you are interested in losing weight, reducing risk factors for diabetes and heart disease, you have a better chance of achieving these goals by following a diet that is moderately high in protein and lower in carbohydrates. Read More...
Obesity in America
05/24/12 15:22
Obesity in America by the numbers
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Hunger Crisis
11/29/11 12:24
It is paradoxical that the US population is suffering from both an obesity crisis - and a hunger crisis - at the same time. According to the CDC, there has been a dramatic increase in obesity in the United States over the past 20 years. In 2010, no state had a prevalence of obesity less than 20%. At the same time, over 50 million US residents are struggling with hunger.
Obesity Statistics
11/29/11 12:18
According to Center for Disease Control (CDC), obesity crisis in the US has reached epidemic proportion.
During the past 20 years, there has been a dramatic increase in obesity in the United States and rates remain high. In 2010, no state had a prevalence of obesity less than 20%. Thirty-six states had a prevalence of 25% or more; 12 of these states (Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and West Virginia) had a prevalence of 30% or more. Read More...
During the past 20 years, there has been a dramatic increase in obesity in the United States and rates remain high. In 2010, no state had a prevalence of obesity less than 20%. Thirty-six states had a prevalence of 25% or more; 12 of these states (Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and West Virginia) had a prevalence of 30% or more. Read More...