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Community-based programs may help prevent childhood obesity

(Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health) When it comes to confronting childhood obesity, researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health conclude that community-based approaches are important. A systematic revie...

High-fat diet during pregnancy contributes to offspring's increased weight

(The Endocrine Society) Exposure to a high-fat diet in the womb and after birth can permanently change the cells in the brain that control food intake, predisposing monkeys to overeating and an increased preference for fatty and sugary foods, a new s...

Obesity associated with hearing loss in adolescents

(Columbia University Medical Center) Obese adolescents are more likely than their normal-weight counterparts to have hearing loss, according to results of a new study. Findings showed that obese adolescents had increased hearing loss across all frequ...

Variants in the SIM1 gene are associated with severe obesity

(Journal of Clinical Investigation) In this issue of the Journal of Clinical Investigation, two groups identified obesity-linked mutations in the gene SIM1.

JCI early table of contents for June 17, 2013

(Journal of Clinical Investigation) This release contains summaries, links to PDFs, and contact information for the following newsworthy papers to be published online, June 17, 2013, in the JCI: Scouring the genome of adenoid cystic carcinoma; Varian...

Difference Identified Between MERS-CoV And SARS

New research has identified some key differences between the Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) and SARS. The findings, published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases, detail the viral load profile of MERS-CoV , giving a complete ex...

Prenatal exposure to BPA affects fat tissues in sheep

(The Endocrine Society) New research suggests that fetal exposure to the common environmental chemical bisphenol A, or BPA, causes increased inflammation in fat tissues after birth, which can lead to obesity and metabolic syndrome. Results of the ani...

Drug combination promotes weight loss in polycystic ovary syndrome

(The Endocrine Society) Women with polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, lost significantly more weight when they took two drugs that are traditionally used to treat diabetes, rather than either drug alone, a study from Slovenia demonstrates. The resul...

Cocoa Powder Effective In Treating Obesity-Related Inflammation In Mouse Model

A few cups of hot cocoa may not only fight off the chill of a winter's day, but they could also help obese people better control inflammation-related diseases, such as diabetes, according to Penn State researchers. Mice that were fed cocoa with a hig...

In Children With SJIA, Canakinumab Allows Discontinuation Of Corticosteroids

Study findings first presented at EULAR 2013, the Annual Congress of the European League Against Rheumatism, demonstrate the efficacy of canakinumab at tapering corticosteroid (CS) use in patients with SJIA. Successful CS tapering was achieved within...

Latest coronavirus research reveals important differences between new virus and SARS

New research published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases provides the first complete viral load profile— a comprehensive clinical description of where and how much of the virus circulates through the body— of a patient infected with Middle East r...

Father's Day To Rally Against Health Problems in Nationwide Press with Fine Treatment Battling Common Back Pain, Coronary Heart Disease and Enlarged Prostate Naturally

Reassuring user feedback given by men in celebration of Father’s Day can be found on the FineTreatment.com website, confirming that common lasting health disorders, such as prostate enlargement, kidney stones, chronic lower back pain and coronary heart disease, can now be treated naturally with Dr. Allen’s Devices, without any risky medications or surgeries. London, UK (PRWEB) June 16, 2013 �...

Lipids Linked to Active Psoriatic Arthritis (CME/CE)

MADRID (MedPage Today) -- High disease activity in psoriatic arthritis is associated with elevated total cholesterol and triglycerides, adding to a growing body of evidence linking psoriatic arthritis metabolically with dyslipidemia and obesity, a re...

10-Minute Trainer: Review Examining Tony Horton’s Workout Routines for People on the Go Released

Houston, TX (PRWEB) June 16, 2013 Tony Horton’s 10-minute Trainer that claims what makes the workout different is that people would have to do a combination of the five types exercises found on each disc, which lessens the risk of a weight lo...

The Gluten Free Society’s Gluten Free Recipe Book is Now Available

Glutenology – Healthy Recipes for the Gluten Free Warrior is now available for sale directly on The Gluten Free Society’s webpage. Seattle, Washington (PRWEB) June 16, 2013 The Gluten Free Society, under the direction of Dr. Peter Osborne, is now selling a gluten free recipe book directly on its website. Glutenology – Healthy Recipes for the Gluten Free Warrior sells for $24.95 and is exclu...

Marble Media LLC’s Online Weight Loss Website ShedThoseLBS.com Offers Tips for Embracing Healthy Eating Habits

ShedThoseLBS.com, an online resource for healthy weight loss from Marble Media LLC, explains the necessity of shedding bad eating habits and embracing healthy foods through will-power and making good choices at the grocery store. Fort Lee, New Jersey (PRWEB) June 16, 2013 June 14, 2013 – Obesity has become a national epidemic, and many Americans who want to lose weight and begin eating healthie...

Kyle Leon’s Customized Fat Loss Plan Review Discloses Secrets to Natural Weight Loss

Denver, CO (PRWEB) June 16, 2013 This time, the publication will introduce readers to a whole new concept of regime, Kyle Leon’s Customized Fat Loss Plan . The author of the diet has elaborated different plans, so the regime would be eff...

Artificial Light from Laptops, Tablets and Smart Phones is Keeping Americans Awake

The latest blog from Marble Media LLC’s HealthFill.com website takes a look at a new study from the journal “Nature” on the effects of artificial light from electronic devices to sleep patterns. FORT LEE, New Jersey (PRWEB) June 16, 2013 More Americans are climbing into bed each night with a laptop, tablet or smartphone at their side, whether to work, watch a movie, or make some phone calls...

Garcinia Cambogia Select Dr. OZ Recommended Weight Loss Supplement Now Offers Extra Bottle on Every Purchase for Limited Time

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) June 16, 2013 The latest in natural weight loss solutions is garcinia cambogia select, available in supplement form all over the Internet. Dr Oz's 100% Pure Garcinia Cambogia Fat Buster Product "Garcinia Cambogia Sel...

Acupuncture and Holistic Treatments Support Natural Weight Loss Says Edison Chiropractor

EDISON, N.J., June 16, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Backsmart Wellness Center in Edison, NJ is educating weight loss patients about the benefits of holistic treatments including acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and custom wellness programs. According to Edison chiropractor Dr. Michael Lagana, these holistic treatments help patients lose weight by resetting the metabolism and stopping the cycle of over-eati...

Short-term antidepressant use, stress, high-fat diet linked to long-term weight gain

(The Endocrine Society) Short-term use of antidepressants, combined with stress and a high-fat diet, is associated with long-term increases in body weight, a new animal study finds. The results will be presented Saturday at The Endocrine Society's 95...

Father's diet before conception affects offspring's body fat in mice

(The Endocrine Society) When fathers eat a high-fat diet before conception of offspring, the male offspring have increased body weight after weaning and high body fat in midlife despite eating a low-fat diet, a new study in mice finds. The results we...

'Chase and run' cell movement mechanism explains process of metastasis

(University College London) A mechanism that cells use to group together and move around the body -- called 'chase and run' -- has been described for the first time by scientists at UCL.

Obese male mice father offspring with higher levels of body fat

(Ohio University) Male mice who were fed a high-fat diet and became obese were more likely to father offspring who also had higher levels of body fat, a new Ohio University study finds. The effect was observed primarily in male offspring, despite the...

The Effectiveness Of Green Coffee Bean Weight-Loss Supplements Questioned

A major ingredient in those green coffee bean dietary supplements - often touted as "miracle" weight-loss products - doesn't prevent weight gain in obese laboratory mice fed a high-fat diet when given at higher doses. That's the conclusion of a first...