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Type 2 diabetes linked to increased risk of aggressive breast cancer in African American women

African American women with type 2 diabetes (often referred to as adult-onset diabetes) are at a greater risk for developing breast cancer.

15 Nov 2017

Study reveals trends and patterns in sugary beverage consumption among children, adults

Consumption of sodas and other sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) fell for both children and adults between 2003 and 2014, according to a new study led by researchers from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

14 Nov 2017

The more TV people watch, the greater the risk may be for venous thromboembolism

The risk of developing a blood clot in a vein increases the more time a person spends watching TV, even if they engage in the recommended amount of physical activity, according to research presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2017, a global exchange of the latest findings in the field of cardiovascular science.

13 Nov 2017

Children's diets could be improved with increased taxation on high fat and high sugar foods

Increasing the tax on high fat and high sugar foods will help improve children's diets. This is one of the recommendations from the British Psychological Society report 'Changing behavior: Childhood nutrition' published this week.

13 Nov 2017

Research sheds new light on extensive effects of sleep on the brain

Although the general benefits of a good night's sleep are well established, one-third of American adults do not get a sufficient amount of sleep. Recent research sheds new light on the extensive effects of sleep on the brain, as well as the harms caused by sleep loss.

13 Nov 2017

Life expectancy in OECD, Japan, Spain, Switzerland highest, Latvia and Mexico bottom

The latest OCED “Health at a Glance” report 2017 has found that countries that have a higher national income that spend more on health have longer life expectancies compared to those who do not. However many other factors also contribute to life expectancy, the report finds.

12 Nov 2017

54% of OECD population overweight, Mexico, USA worst, Italy, Japan and Korea best

There have been many studies showing the increased risk of mortality and morbidity associated with obesity. Obesity has been known to be associated with diseases such as heart disease, diabetes and even cancers.

12 Nov 2017

University of Michigan and AstraZeneca partner to improve treatment for CKD patients

Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) may benefit from a new collaboration between the University of Michigan and AstraZeneca who have partnered to develop a new therapeutic strategy for treatment.

10 Nov 2017

Researchers find low levels of neuroactive steroid in both obese and anorexic women

Women at opposite extremes of the weight spectrum have low levels of the neuroactive steroid allopregnanolone, according to new research published in the journal Neuropsychopharmacology.

10 Nov 2017

Obese older adults who survive heart surgery may live with greater degrees of functional decline

More than one-third of Americans are considered obese based on their Body Mass Index (BMI). BMI measures the ratio between your height and weight.

9 Nov 2017

UB researcher explores link between signals in the brain's reward system and overeating, drug addiction

Why are some people able to stop after eating just a few potato chips, while others aren't satisfied until the bag is nothing but crumbs? The answer may lie in the signals acting in the brain's reward system.

9 Nov 2017

Scientific Statement captures evolving understanding of microvascular complications related to diabetes

The Endocrine Society issued a new Scientific Statement today examining how diabetes damages the body's smallest blood vessels as well as how the condition affects the body's natural repair processes designed to protect the eyes, kidneys, nerves and other organs.

9 Nov 2017

Chronic liver inflammation promotes cancer by suppressing immunosurveillance, study finds

Chronic inflammation is known to drive many cancers, especially liver cancer. Researchers have long thought that's because inflammation directly affects cancer cells, stimulating their division and protecting them from cell death.

8 Nov 2017

Exposure to BPA during pregnancy may lead to long-lasting health problems in offspring

A chemical called bisphenol A -- BPA -- used in plastic packaging and in the linings of food and beverage cans, may be passed from a mother to her offspring during pregnancy and cause changes in the gut bacteria of the offspring, according to an international team of researchers.

8 Nov 2017

Research: Prognosis for people with diabetic foot ulcers worse than previously thought

The prognosis for people with an infected diabetic foot ulcer is worse than was previously thought, according to new research.

8 Nov 2017

UNSW study examines effect of drug on negative effects of maternal obesity

A drug that increases energy metabolism may lead to a new approach to prevent obesity in children born to overweight mothers, UNSW Sydney researchers have found.

8 Nov 2017

Talking about dental health can be one way to prevent children from developing overweight

Talking about dental health with children and parents - about what is healthy and unhealthy for your teeth - can be one way to prevent children from developing overweight. This is suggested in a thesis from Sahlgrenska Academy on children's diet, BMI, and well-being.

8 Nov 2017

Obesity News and Research

Latest Obesity News and Research

Type 2 diabetes linked to increased risk of aggressive breast cancer in African American women

Study reveals trends and patterns in sugary beverage consumption among children, adults

The more TV people watch, the greater the risk may be for venous thromboembolism

Children's diets could be improved with increased taxation on high fat and high sugar foods

Research sheds new light on extensive effects of sleep on the brain

Life expectancy in OECD, Japan, Spain, Switzerland highest, Latvia and Mexico bottom

54% of OECD population overweight, Mexico, USA worst, Italy, Japan and Korea best

University of Michigan and AstraZeneca partner to improve treatment for CKD patients

Researchers find low levels of neuroactive steroid in both obese and anorexic women

Obese older adults who survive heart surgery may live with greater degrees of functional decline

UB researcher explores link between signals in the brain's reward system and overeating, drug addiction

Scientific Statement captures evolving understanding of microvascular complications related to diabetes

Chronic liver inflammation promotes cancer by suppressing immunosurveillance, study finds

Exposure to BPA during pregnancy may lead to long-lasting health problems in offspring

Research: Prognosis for people with diabetic foot ulcers worse than previously thought

UNSW study examines effect of drug on negative effects of maternal obesity

Talking about dental health can be one way to prevent children from developing overweight

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Weight bias may hinder bariatric patients from receiving appropriate care

High protein diet may have deleterious long-term impact on kidney health

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