Weight Loss Surgery for Children a Last Resort gwhqadmin May 8, 2010 Breaking WLS News Weight loss surgery should only be considered for severely obese children in the highest five percent of BMI, according to recent research by a team...
Obese Kids More Likely To Be Bullied gwhqadmin May 5, 2010 Breaking WLS News Obese children in grades 3 through 6 are more likely to be bullied than children of a normal weight, according to a new study....
Obesity a Factor in How Kids Metabolize Drugs gwhqadmin May 4, 2010 Breaking WLS News Obesity has an impact on the effectiveness of medications in children, according to a new study, leading researchers to examine dosing...
Childhood Obesity Concerns Lead to Ban on Fast Food Toys gwhqadmin April 30, 2010 Breaking WLS News 6 Comments As childhood obesity rates continue to rise nationwide, one northern California county has taken action by banning toy giveaways with fast food meals...
Ronald McDonald Pushed to Retire gwhqadmin April 19, 2010 Breaking WLS News 1 Comment Ronald McDonald is a fast food icon recognized by millions of children worldwide. But, the infamous clown may soon get the boot if a consumer...
Childhood Obesity Risk Lower if Mom Exercises During Pregnancy gwhqadmin April 16, 2010 Breaking WLS News Moms who exercise during pregnancy can help reduce the risk their children will have future weight issues, according to a new study.
Calorie Counts on Fast Food Menus Aim to Curb Obesity gwhqadmin April 10, 2010 Breaking WLS News Calorie counts will soon be listed on fast food menus throughout the country. The change comes as a result of the fight against obesity and was...
Obesity Prevention Should Start in Infancy gwhqadmin April 5, 2010 Breaking WLS News Obesity prevention should start as young as infancy, according to a new study, which may require a change in cultural attitudes about chubby babies....
