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Genetic risk for obesity found in many Mexican young adults

As many as 35 percent of Mexican young adults may have a genetic predisposition for obesity, said a University of Illinois scientist who conducted a study at the Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosί.

Overweight and Obesity created May 21, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Child maltreatment increases risk of adult obesity

Children who have suffered maltreatment are 36% more likely to be obese in adulthood compared to non-maltreated children, according to a new study by King's College London. The authors estimate that the prevention or effective ...

Overweight and Obesity created May 21, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Study links diet with daytime sleepiness and alertness in healthy adults

A new study suggests that your level of sleepiness or alertness during the day may be related to the type of food that you eat.

Health created May 07, 2013 | popularity 4 / 5 (3) | comments 0

AHA statement: People with congenital heart disease need physical activity

A new scientific statement from the American Heart Associations reminds physicians and people with congenital heart disease that regular physical activity is still important and should be promoted.

Cardiology created Apr 29, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0