Obesity ‘worse for teen girls’ blood pressure’ Obesity has a greater impact on the blood pressure of teenage girls than on teenage boys, a US study has suggested. High blood pressure is a risk factor for heart disease and stroke in later life. The study of 1,700 teenagers, presented to the American Physiological Society conference,… Continue reading Effects of Obesity Worse for Teen Girls
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Type 2 Diabetes in Newly Diagnosed ‘Can Be Reversed’
An extreme eight-week diet of 600 calories a day can reverse Type 2 diabetes in people newly diagnosed with the disease, says a Diabetologia study. Newcastle University researchers found the low-calorie diet reduced fat levels in the pancreas and liver, which helped insulin production return to normal. Seven out of 11 people studied were free… Continue reading Type 2 Diabetes in Newly Diagnosed ‘Can Be Reversed’
Why You Should Plan to Deliver in the Fall
Babies born in spring are slightly more likely to develop anorexia nervosa (an eating disorder characterized by extremely low body weight, distorted body image and an obsessive fear of gaining weight), while those born in the fall have a lower risk, say researchers. A report published in the British Journal of Psychiatry suggests temperature, sunlight,… Continue reading Why You Should Plan to Deliver in the Fall
Smart Steps to Healthy Living
Whether rich or poor, many people fail to see the link between their habits and their health. They may regard enjoying good health as a matter of chance or something over which they have little control. Such a fatalistic view holds many back from improving their health and leading a more productive life. In reality,… Continue reading Smart Steps to Healthy Living
Moderate Alcohol Can Promote Heart Health
According to a compilation of 30 years of research, an alcoholic drink a day can help ward off heart diseases and improve overall heart health and function. The study which has been published in the British Medical Journal found that there was a reduction of 14% to 25% in heart diseases in moderate drinkers compared… Continue reading Moderate Alcohol Can Promote Heart Health
Engineering Economics of Obesity and Why Developing Countries Should Be Concerned
Scarce economic resources and engineering deficiencies make poorer countries ill-prepared to deal with the challenges that come with increasing body mass.
Tit Bits: In Health and Sceince
Need to improve your sense of smell? Put on a few more pounds A study by researchers from the University of Portsmouth finds that people who are overweight have a greater sense of smell for food. The researchers suggest this may explain why some people struggle to stay slim. It is an already known… Continue reading Tit Bits: In Health and Sceince