Articles for Tag: "obesity"

How mommies’ weight influences kids 
How mommies’ weight influences kids
Experts say that moms who gain excessive weight during pregnancy may increase the risk of their child becoming obese.
Fries or fruit with your value meal? 
Fries or fruit with your value meal?
Popular fast food restaurants make big plans to offer healthier side options to help fight obesity.
Is there a link between obesity and cancer?  Featured
Is there a link between obesity and cancer?
Researchers say obesity may be putting people at a greater risk for developing certain types of cancer. Learn why.
How weight affects cancer treatment 
How weight affects cancer treatment
New guidelines raises questions on whether overweight cancer patients are receiving accurate doses of chemotherapy.
Bigger breakfast, smaller waistline? 
Bigger breakfast, smaller waistline?
A new study says that making your first meal the biggest of the day, may do wonders for health.
Eating disorders overlooked in obese teens 
Eating disorders overlooked in obese teens
Find out why teens who are overweight may go undiagnosed for eating disorders and develop more severe medical complications.
Is your smoothie worse for you than soda? 
Is your smoothie worse for you than soda?
Experts warn that many smoothies and juices contain just as much sugar as a large soft drink, and lack the nutritional benefit of whole fruit.