June 2008
A healthy diet, lifestyle crucial during pregnancy
Women who adopt a healthful diet and lifestyle before and during pregnancy set the stage for a good birth outcome, according to a new position paper on this topic by the American Dietetic Association.
December 2007
Study: Overweight Kids Risk Early Heart Disease as Adults
Overweight Kids Become Adults With Sick Hearts; Huge Problem Seen by 2035.
November 2007
Most diet pill users stay overweight
Three diet drugs recommended for long-term use result in minimal weight loss and carry some serious side effects.
October 2007
Programs show short-term benefits in helping children maintain weight loss
The prevalence of overweight among children in the United States has tripled in recent decades
September 2007
30.4 percent of children ages 12 to 19 are considered overweight.Yet, there is hope.
According to the American Obesity Association, 30.4 percent of children ages 12 to 19 are considered overweight, 15.5 percent are classified as obese and the prevalence of obesity within this age group has more than doubled over the past 25 years. Yet, there is hope.
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