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...
Sugar Not to Blame for Obesity, Says Industry Group gwhqadmin April 28, 2010 Breaking WLS News Sugar is being unfairly blamed for the rising rate of obesity in the U.S., says one industry group, which notes that per capita consumption has...
Obesity Poses Security Risk, Say Ex-Military Brass gwhqadmin April 23, 2010 Breaking WLS News 1 Comment Obesity rates among young Americans soon could cut into military quotas, since more than one in four recruits are too heavy to enlist....
Obese Patients Treated Fairly gwhqadmin April 20, 2010 Breaking WLS News Obese patients receive equal treatment when it comes to preventative care, according to a new study, although docs admit to communication challenges....
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...
Obesity Caused by Genetics Can Be Overcome gwhqadmin April 18, 2010 Breaking WLS News Obesity caused by genetic factors can be overcome, according to a new study, which indicates physical activity during adolescence is the key....
Obesity Under Diagnosed When Using Body Mass Index gwhqadmin April 14, 2010 Breaking WLS News Obesity is under diagnosed when a person's BMI is used, according to a new study. This could mean that the rate of obesity may be higher than...
Women Need Daily Exercise to Maintain Weight, Study Shows gwhqadmin April 13, 2010 Breaking WLS News Women need to exercise daily in order to maintain their current weight, without restrictive dieting....
