There are many different techniques for dieting, some of which work better than others. A study published in the October Journal of Appetite examined the technique of eating less at one meal only, and eating normally throughout the rest of the day. In this study, 17 participants ate a reduced-calorie (200 calories) lunch along with [...]
Looking for a boost in overall health? Eccentric exercise is sure to improve overall health even in small doses. This is a great addition to a health routine, or to add quick exercises to a busy schedule. Eccentric exercises may be thought of as the opposite to “regular” exercises. Eccentric exercises focus on lowering a [...]
A healthy diet may mean different things to different people. Understanding and implementing a healthy diet is crucial to control the risks of chronic disease and to maintain a healthy weight. The first step in implementing a healthy diet is to truly understand what healthy eating is. This is easier said than done for many [...]
Obesity in the United States is a serious issue that causes a variety of health issues. Among the latest health issues linked to obesity is non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease occurs when a build-up of fat in the liver cells occurs in overweight and obese patients. What makes this different from other [...]
Carrying extra weight, especially around the waist, increases the risk for a variety of diseases. This includes an increased risk for developing cancer. A study, led by Dr. Eric Jacobs of the American Cancer Society, recently analyzed the correlation between waist size and cancer risk. The study by Dr. Jacobs analyzed questionnaires and tracked the [...]
Since 1980 the incidence of obesity has increased three-fold in many countries worldwide. By 2005 there were more than one billion adults who were overweight and almost half a million of them were obese. Tweens are not exempt from this epidemic. There are approximately 155 million overweight children globally and between 30 to 45 million [...]