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Excess weight linked to more somatic complaints in oldest old men

Excess weight is associated with more somatic complaints for oldest old men, according to a study published online March 29 in PLOS ONE.

Apr 3, 2023

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How fit is your gut microbiome? New research shows duration and not intensity of exercise is most important

Exercise has many benefits—strengthening muscles and bones, preventing disease and extending lifespan. It is also known to change the composition and activity of the trillions of microbes in our guts known as the microbiome.

Mar 23, 2023

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More physical education policies in schools have not curbed childhood obesity, say researchers

Laws that require physical education (PE) in elementary schools are not curbing the obesity epidemic, according to a new study from public policy researchers at The University of Texas at Austin and the University of Iowa.

Mar 22, 2023

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Diet and exercise programs alone won't tackle childhood obesity, says study

Focusing on immediate fixes such as diet and exercise programs alone won't curb the tide of childhood obesity, according to a new study that for the first time maps the complex pathways that lead to obesity in childhood.

Mar 21, 2023

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Obesity risk may pass from mothers to daughters

Women with obesity may share risk for the disease with their daughters, but not their sons, according to a new study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.

Mar 21, 2023

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Weight bias among health care students could impact future care

New Curtin University-led research has found Australian health care students often hold negative attitudes and beliefs towards people living with obesity, which could lead to poor clinical care outcomes.

Mar 7, 2023

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Half of world will be obese by 2035, health organization predicts

Half the world will be overweight by 2035, a health group warns.

Mar 6, 2023

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Six ways to helping your child to a healthy weight

Parents are role models who can teach their kids about healthy food and exercise habits in childhood to help avoid future health problems.

Feb 21, 2023

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Gestational age tied to body size in infancy, childhood

Gestational age (GA) may be an important factor for body size in infancy, but the strength of association attenuates consistently with age, according to a study published online Jan. 26 in PLOS Medicine.

Jan 30, 2023

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