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Social Obesity

Is obesity socially contagious? A new research study published in the American Journal of Public Health by Arizona State University suggests that it is. Statistical findings show that as the weight of your friends and family rises, your weight is also likely to increase. The culprit? A combination of shared activities and social norms may[...]
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Bariatric Surgery Improves Heart Health in Obese Patients

Weight loss surgery is becoming more accepted throughout the medical community. While medical weight loss programs are extremely beneficial, many still find it difficult to lost weight. More people turn toward bariatric surgery with the hope of losing the weight and becoming healthier. Recently, a new study showed that obese patients who suffer from cardiovascular[...]
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FDA Advisory Committee Approves Lower BMI for Lap-Band

Lap-Band surgery is safe to use in obese individuals with a BMI of 30, says an FDA advisory committee based on an 8 to 2 vote. Previous recommendations set the BMI at 35 with comorbidities. Although some panelists shared a concern over lack of long-term data on the device, the majority still voted in favor[...]
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Could you be Addicted to Food?

According to an article published in Science Daily, people who have an addictive-eating behavior display greater neural electrical activity in certain sections of the brain. This April 2011 article suggests that this brain activity is similar to substance dependence.
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International Diabetes Federation Supports Bariatric Surgery

In a recent position statement, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) is recommending the use of bariatric surgery at an earlier stage in the treatment of obese patients who also suffer from Type 2 diabetes. Rather than using weight loss surgery as a last resort, when other treatment methods have failed, it can be a successful[...]
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Spring Cleaning Can Make You Fit

Spring cleaning can be a tedious task, but, what if you could make it a health-enhancing workout? It can be hard to follow your doctor's post bariatric surgery advice when you feel bogged down by household chores. Regular exercise is a vital part of any weight loss program, and adjusting your spring cleaning routine is[...]
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How to Sabotage Your Diet

Committing to a lifestyle change like improving your daily diet can be tough. Hidden dangers to your efforts to lose weight lurk everywhere. However, being aware of the potential pitfalls can go a long way toward avoiding them. Among the top ways dieters fail:
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Obesity a Problem for Getting a Mammogram

New medical studies suggest that obesity in women creates barriers to getting mammograms. In fact, the study that was recently published in the Journal of Women’s Health found that women are less likely to make the effort to get screened if they are obese because the procedure is more painful.
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