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Causes of Obesity

Posted on August 23, 2009 by admin

causes-of-obesity-figureCauses of obesity, briefly described below are several contributing causes on obesity.

Diet
A high-fat diet can certainly contribute to an increased risk for obesity. In fact, the body notoriously becomes more efficient at meeting challenges. The body may, in a high-fat diet, learn to store fat more easily–which would increase one’s body fat percentage.

Genetics
It is well established through “twin studies” research that genetics plays a role in obesity. Identical twins, who have the same genetic makeup, are more likely to be obese than are Read more …

Signs of Obesity

Posted on August 14, 2009 by admin

signs-of-obesity-figureSigns of obesity :
•    Increased weight
•    Thickness around the midsection
•    Obvious areas of fat deposits
•    Poor linear growth (hypothyroidism, cushing’s, prader-willi syndrome)
•    Dysmorphic features (genetic disorders, including prader-willi syndrome)
•    Acanthosis nigricans (NIDDM, insulin resistance)
•    Hirsutism and excessive acne (polycystic ovary syndrome)
•    Violaceous striae (Cushing’s syndrome)
•    Papilledema, cranial nerve VI paralysis (pseudomotor cerebri)
•    Tonsillar tenderness (Sleep apnea)
•    Abdominal tenderness (Gall bladder diseae, GERD, NAFLD)
•    Hepatomegaly (Nonalcoholic fatty liver diseae (NAFLD))
•    Underscended testicle (prader-willi syndrome)
•    Limited hip Read more …

Signs and Symptoms of Obesity

Posted on August 12, 2009 by admin

symptoms of obesity figureTo prevent obesity properly, we must know the symptoms of obesity. The prevention and management of obesity should be a priority for all, because of the considerable health benefits of maintaining a healthy weight and the health risks associated with overweight and obesity.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than one billion people are overweight, with nearly 300 million touching obesity. Various researches on obesity have concluded that due to an excessive combination of nutrient intake and a very placid and sedentary lifestyle, people are overweight Read more …

Facts About Obesity

Posted on August 9, 2009 by admin

facts about obesity pictureYou will not believe in facts about obesity around us. The purpose of this article is to remind those who already know all the facts and to inform those who don’t. It is never a bad idea to remind ourselves of why we continue with the weight loss struggle. Why do we persevere with something which is often seen as unpleasant?

At this point let me just add that it doesn’t have to be an up hill struggle provided you have the right information to guide you to Read more …

Child Obesity Graphs

Posted on August 4, 2009 by admin

Body mass chart gives you a more appropriate result about the fat values. Body mass chart consist Body Mass Index. Body Mass Index is a calculation that uses weight and height to estimate how much body fat individual has.A child’s BMI values would then be plotted onto a standard growth graph instead of a general normal grade graph as used by adults because children grow rapidly. In addition to that, there are two different graphs which are used as the growth rate is different for boys and girls. As Read more …


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'85 Bears Linebacker fights childhood obesity – Your Bottom Line ...

Saturday, 4 February 2012, 4:03 pm -- Otis Wilson has taken on a new game -- tackling childhood obesity. Christine Romans reports....

Source: http://yourbottomline.blogs.cnn.com/2012/02/04/85-bears-linebacker-fights-childhood-obesity/

Worm whisperer and worms aid Club in fight against childhood obesity

Saturday, 4 February 2012, 2:28 pm -- A worm whisperer is helping youth at the Boys & Girls Club with their latest venture – worm farming.

Source: http://augustafreepress.com/2012/02/04/worm-whisperer-and-worms-aid-club-in-fight-against-childhood-obesity/

Childhood Obesity - The Stage is Set for Life-Threatening ...

Saturday, 4 February 2012, 9:58 am --

Source: http://www.abodeonethree.com/childhood-obesity-the-stage-is-set-for-life-threatening-conditions-as-an-adult/

How to prevent childhood obesity | Childhood Obesity

Saturday, 4 February 2012, 8:18 am -- How to avoid childhood obesity (Prevent childhood obesity): In the latest survey produced by WHO states that over 300 million individuals were suffering from obesity due to health related issues. In w. […]

Source: http://www.savebabiescanada.org/how-to-prevent-childhood-obesity-3.htm

Childhood Obesity Is On The Rise - North Fork, NY Patch

Thursday, 2 February 2012, 8:49 pm -- Childhood obesity rates are higher than ever and according to national statistics from the CDC (Center for Disease Control), a whopping 2.5 million children in this country qualify as obese. Obesity i. […]

Source: http://northfork.patch.com/blog_posts/childhood-obesity-is-on-the-rise

Childhood obesity: a life-long health risk.

Friday, 13 January 2012, 9:33 am -- Childhood obesity: a life-long health risk. Barton M. Molecular Internal Medicine, University of Zürich, LTK Y44 G22, Winterthurerstrasse 190, 8057 Zürich, Switzerland. Childhood obesity has become. […]

Source: http://megasimplediet.com/2012/3807