Obese Children at Higher Risk for Disease gwhqadmin July 16, 2010 Breaking WLS News Obese children are much more likely to develop a form of acid reflux known as GERD, which can cause heartburn and be a precursor to esophageal...
Weight Loss Surgery Most Effective with a Relative gwhqadmin July 6, 2010 Breaking WLS News Weight loss surgery is more effective when done with a spouse or relative, according to a new study....
‘Huge’ is a Big Hit with Viewers gwhqadmin July 2, 2010 Breaking WLS News 1 Comment Huge, a new drama on ABC Family, drew 2.5 million viewers for its debut this week, indicating the fat-friendly series may have a bright future....
Obesity, Weight Gain Increase Diabetes Risk after 50 gwhqadmin June 30, 2010 Breaking WLS News Obesity and weight gain dramatically increase the chances of developing diabetes for senior citizens, a new study shows....
Exercise Rates Up, But Americans Still Obese gwhqadmin June 25, 2010 Breaking WLS News 3 Comments Exercise rates are up, but the rate of obesity is staying the same, according to new government data....
Obesity Linked to Asthma in Latest Study gwhqadmin June 8, 2010 Breaking WLS News Obesity often underlies other serious medical conditions. Now a new study shows obesity can more than double the risk of asthma....
Diabetes Risk Reduced with Moderate Alcohol Consumption gwhqadmin May 31, 2010 Breaking WLS News Diabetes affects 26 million adult Americans, and rates continue to rise. Now, a new study shows that a couple of drinks a day could minimize the risk...
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....
