Obesity poses a real risk to the development and progression of type 2 diabetes and weight loss is the key component of diabetes management. Bariatric surgery results in significant weight loss and remission of diabetes in most patients. Doctors also say that...
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There are numerous benefits of weight loss. Health Benefits Decreased risk of diabetes Lowered blood pressure Improved cholesterol levels Decreased risk of heart disease Decreased risk of certain cancers Improved mobility Decreased joint pain Improved blood sugar...
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Cancer has always been a health concern, especially as you age. But a recent study has pointed out that some types are increasing dramatically in young people. The study found the rates of certain cancers are definitely linked to obesity, including colorectal, kidney...
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Childhood obesity can result in several psychological issues. Those issues can be especially problematic during the tween years as the unique social atmosphere this age group tends to face. Being overweight or obese tends to lower self-esteem, increased anxiety and...
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People in the hope of losing weight, what do they not do?From the treadmill to hitting up every gym class, strength training, and eating less, they pull all the stops. Most of us tend to think that losing weight means eating fewer calories and burning more energy. In...
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Are you severely or morbidly obese? Carrying extra weight around? Suffering from rheumatoid arthritis? Weight loss surgery may greatly improve your symptoms and there is a good chance that it may cause the disease to go into remission. A team of researchers at Harvard...
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There is good evidence that following a heart-healthy diet can improve your blood cholesterol and heart health. A heart-healthy diet means more than just limiting junk foods and adding more nutritious ones, it also means eating plenty of fruits, whole grains,...
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When a new coronavirus was discovered to be causing pneumonia-like sickness in Wuhan, China, researchers and medical experts from all over the world began their quest to gather information about the virus, how it affects the body, and what the best ways are to save...
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If you are an adult in Australia, you are likely to be obese or overweight. Nearly 2 in 3 Australian adults and 1 in 4 Australian children are overweight or obese. It means over 12.5 million people could be suffering from obesity. What are the Causes of Obesity?...
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