Will disease data change patients' habits? Oct 10, 2008
Health officials and scientists have warned for years that diet and exercise play a role in preventing heart attacks and certain cancers. Yet Americans grow fatter. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Chicken, Eggs Could Become Cancer Fighters Oct 8, 2008
Between her diet and exercise routine, she's constantly working to prevent it. "Every day I struggle with trying to do all of the right things because there are so many things that all of us should be doing to maintain our state of health," Wall said. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
New research on family-based HIV prevention presented at annual NIH conference Oct 8, 2008
General health promotion highlighted topics such as smoking, diet and exercise. Among teens in the study, researchers noted that those who were sexually active used a condom 40 percent of the time and engaged in unprotected sex an average of six times in the previous 90 days. (EurekAlert!)
Bariatric Center gets high-profile success Oct 7, 2008
After surgery, the center education process continues, helping people adjust to the diet and exercise changes that must happen for the surgery to be successful long term. "You have to be dedicated to lifestyle change," Pinson said. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Merck ends development of obesity drug taranabant Oct 5, 2008
After one year, and in combination with diet and exercise, patients given a 2 mg dose lost an average of 14. 5 pounds (6. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Vitamin C found to lessen efficacy of anti-cancer drugs Oct 5, 2008
The study suggests that efforts to fight obesity, such as improved diet and exercise, may decrease colon cancer risk in some people ... Those without the protective gene variation may benefit from early colon cancer testing, say the authors, and may lower their risk of the disease through improvements in diet and exercise. (The Australian)
Syeda Fatima, MD, joins SBL Family Medical Center Oct 4, 2008
I try to promote healthy habits, like improving diet and exercise, to prevent heart disease and diabetes. Fatima and her husband, Mohammed, an information technology professional, have one daughter, Rida, 6. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Lose Weight Without Losing Your Min... Oct 4, 2008
This article focuses on simple, convenient ways to slip healthy diet and exercise into your daily routine without even feeling it. It's no secret that obesity has become a huge issue (no pun intended) in America today. (Suite101.com)
Curves of Wahiawa Gets 'Physical' with Olivia Newton-John at Girls Night In Event Oct 4, 2008
"We'll be able to show women how the Liv Aid works and talk about how maintaining a healthy weight through diet and exercise can significantly decrease cancer risk.". For more information on Curves of Wahiawa, details about the Girl's Night In event, or how women can get a free Liv Aid, please contact Gina M. Richardson at 808-628-9443. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Overeating Can Throw off Metabolism Oct 4, 2008
Current efforts to combat obesity -- namely dieting and exercise -- are rarely effective and certainly are not long-lasting. "Exercise and diet may correct abnormal brain regulation [but] long-term food control is very difficult," said Cai, an assistant professor of physiology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. (MEDLINEplus)
Bay Area Vista Oct 3, 2008
Healthy Silicon Valley seeks to improve our community's health by strengthening the ability of individuals to make healthy choices about diet and exercise. Healthy Silicon Valley 2085 Hamilton Avenue, Suite 150 San Jose, CA 95125. (NBC 11, CA)
Gene Could Link Obesity, Colon Cancer Oct 3, 2008
Whether people without this gene variant can reduce their risk of colon cancer through diet and exercise isn't clear, the researchers noted. "This adds a little bit more to our understanding of one place where genetics plays a role in colon cancer development," said Dr. Durado Brooks, director of colon and prostate cancer prevention programs at the American Cancer Society. (MEDLINEplus)
Takeda Submits a New Drug Application in the U.S. for Alogliptin (SYR-322) / ACTOS(R) (pioglitazone HCl) for the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Sep 24, 2008
The studies assessed the efficacy and safety of this therapy for the treatment of patients with type 2 diabetes not achieving glycemic targets with diet and exercise alone, or for patients uncontrolled on metformin ... ACTOS, a prescription medication, is taken once daily as an adjunct to diet and exercise, and is approved for use for type 2 diabetes as monotherapy to lower blood glucose and in combination therapy with insulin, sulfonylureas or metformin. (PR Newswire)
Exercise Effective In Helping Pregnant Women Kick The Habit Sep 24, 2008
(July 18, 2007) Preliminary evidence suggests that a combination of dieting and exercise is a more effective way of losing weight after pregnancy than dieting alone, concludes a Cochrane systematic. (Nov. (Science Daily)
Obesity Raises Risk of Miscarriage Sep 24, 2008
If one is pregnant and obese, the best way out would be to consult a doctor about concerns of diet and exercise. However, it must be remembered that pregnancy is not the best time to implement a weight loss plan, as it could be potentially dangerous for both mother and child. (TheMedGuru)
Chocolate helps heart stay healthy Sep 24, 2008
Other studies have found a host of diet and exercise changes that can help a person beat the odds of death. Clearly, no single change is a guarantee of long life. (China Daily)
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New Campaign on Childhood Obesity, Weight Issues May Prove Model for Nation :: PNNOnline. New Campaign on Childhood Obesity, Weight Issues May Prove Model for Nation Posted by: kramsibuts on Monday, September 22, 2008. (PNN Online)
Cholesterol drug linked to amnesia Sep 23, 2008
With diet and exercise, I can get my HDL to the mid-30s, which is not great ... With diet and exercise, I can get my HDL to the mid-30s, which is not great. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Woman Named Bacon Wins Hog-Calling Title Sep 23, 2008
Learn How It's Treated, How To Avoid It, And How To Fight It With Diet And Exercise. LEWISTON, Idaho -- Jolee Bacon really sizzles when it comes to hog-calling. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
No end in sight for the obesity epidemic Sep 22, 2008
Science is helping doctors better understand why many youngsters and adults can't seem to shed pounds through diet and exercise once they've packed on an excessive amount of weight. It turns out that once you're about 100 pounds over your ideal body weight, your body has reset its thermostat, said Dr. Sunil Bhoyrul, a bariatric surgeon in San Diego. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
'There is almost no human stupidity that does not create in me afellow feeling' Sep 20, 2008
Without it, we'd all still be living in a cave, surrounded by diet and exercise books. In such a world, death would prove elusive - so elusive that people would linger until the age of 110, at which point they'd stack their diet and longevity books into a high tower, and then jump off - just to relieve the tedium of life in that cave. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
33-Pound Cat At Calif. Shelter Goes On Diet Sep 20, 2008
Learn How It's Treated, How To Avoid It, And How To Fight It With Diet And Exercise. (KERO 23, CA)
Bye-bye back flab Sep 20, 2008
"[My clients] diet and exercise and yet still can't wear a tube top without feeling self-conscious over the extra bulge that forms on top," said Greg Wiener, a plastic surgeon based in Chicago ... - the industry says the back lift heeds a long-unanswered call from women who, despite diet and exercise, must cope with the reality of back flab. (Globe and Mail)
Whole Grains, Leafy Greens May Lower Diabetes Risk Sep 20, 2008
Type 2 diabetes is closely linked to obesity and it's known that maintaining a healthy weight through diet and exercise reduces the risk of developing the disease. There is also evidence that diet affects diabetes risk independent of a person's weight. (MEDLINEplus)
Your Health: Body shape, fat distribution may predict health risks Sep 19, 2008
The good news is that with positive changes in diet and exercise habits, it s entirely possible to reduce waist circumference. Studies show that losing just two inches from the midsection can lower total cholesterol levels and blood pressure. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
New approach Sep 18, 2008
He follows a set of "All or Nothing" prevention rules, covering diet and exercise. This is no "snake oil" cure. (BBC News -- Health)
Study: Pros & Cons Of Losing Weight With Gastric Surgery Sep 18, 2008
But, surgery is not an instant cure for obesity; one also has to maintain weight loss through diet and exercise. Gastric bypass surgery makes you throw up if you eat too much, while eating sugary foods results in diarrohea. (TopNews)
Meltdown money helps 'Have a Ball' Sep 17, 2008
Guynes said that in many cases, his patients health problems stem from unhealthy childhood diet and exercise patterns. . (The Clarion-Ledger)
Healthy Living Halves Premature Death Risk Sep 17, 2008
Women who heed common sense health messages about smoking, diet and exercise can cut their risk of premature death in half, U.S. researchers said on Tuesday. Many studies look at the impact of just one lifestyle change on overall health, but researchers at Harvard University wanted to see the total impact of a healthy diet, regular exercise, a healthy weight and a lifetime without smoking. (Newsmax)
How Do I Know It's Time for Cholesterol Meds? Sep 16, 2008
If you are considered at low risk for heart disease, but your LDL level is between 175 to 180, then you may be able to try a heart-healthy diet and exercise before medication, Stein said ... Stein said you if fall into the intermediate risk category, you can try diet and exercise before medicines only if your LDL is no higher than 145 ... HIGH RISK: If you already have heart disease or diabetes, your LDL level should be below 100 and it s unlikely you will achieve this with diet and exercise... (Fox News)
Fat on your back? Sure, you could cut it out... Sep 16, 2008
The story in U.S. News points out that the procedure may be most appreciated by people who have lost a lot of weight and can't get rid of the excess skin; other reports suggest the new procedure could be an option for women who simply want to wear body-hugging clothes but, despite diet and exercise, simply can't smooth out their backs. Yet to be raised is the question of whether, in some cases at least, a larger size of clothing might be a better way to go. (Los Angeles Times)
Liver disease in overweight children latest obesity risk Sep 16, 2008
Genetics, diet and exercise level all play a role. It is most prevalent among Hispanics, relatively rare among blacks, and more common among boys than girls. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Massage Lowers Pain In Cancer Patients Sep 16, 2008
Learn How It's Treated, How To Avoid It, And How To Fight It With Diet And Exercise. 2008. (KCRA 3, CA)
24 Hour Fitness Supports The Biggest Loser for Sixth Consecutive Season Sep 16, 2008
Alison Sweeney (Days of Our Lives) is back to host the sixth season of the series, which challenges and encourages overweight family members to shed pounds in a safe and recommended manner through comprehensive diet and exercise as they compete for a grand prize of $250,000. The Biggest Loser provides the 16 strong-willed, yet hopeful, contestants with challenges, temptations, weigh-ins and eliminations until the final contestant remains to claim the title of "the biggest loser." Each team works... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Gastric Bypass Surgery Less Helpful for Diabetics Sep 16, 2008
Both Campos and Hamdy remind patients that surgery is never the final answer weight-loss maintenance continues long after you're discharged from the hospital, and can only be done the old-fashioned way, with a healthy diet and exercise plan. Surgery, after all, can only get you so far. (Time.com)
Older Daters Head Online Sep 16, 2008
Learn How It's Treated, How To Avoid It, And How To Fight It With Diet And Exercise. Rebecca was shocked when her husband of 20 years told her one day that he no longer wanted to be married. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Best cardiac rehab centers focus on diet, lifestyle Sep 15, 2008
" Individuals also can go to the Internet for information to help narrow their choice. Consider, for example, the at . "As with everything, if there is a stricter standard that is being met by a facility, then you know that they have taken the extra step to move toward quality," says Vienne of Univera Healthcare. According to the , follow-up care encompasses patient monitoring; lifestyle changes involving diet and exercise; and education and counseling. The majority of heart patients take... (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Another Benefit of Health: Wealth Sep 14, 2008
That's because the out-of-pocket costs for diseases that may be avoidable through diet and exercise can be staggering. Getting and staying fit now may be worth tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars later--a sum that just might exceed the carefully crafted stockpile in your 401(k). (Time.com)
Inside Fitness: Menopause and the menopot: Is it inevitable? Sep 11, 2008
Young females who diet and exercise enough to change their hormonal structure so much that it resembles that of menopausal women, don't gain weight under these conditions. Menopause occurs at a time when a woman's lifestyle activity declines. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Ellen Sussman | Special to the Green Valley NewsDr. Doug Adkins described the moment he first held his book as “exhilarating.” Sep 10, 2008
He speaks about other major differences including organ transplantation, stem cell research and robotic surgery, closure of tuberculosis sanitariums and almost complete obliteration of communicable diseases, recognition of the carcinogenic effects of tobacco, prescription drugs for mental illness and hypertension and emphasis on a balanced diet and exercise. Additionally he mentions the utilization of PSA for detecting prostate cancer, less radical surgery for breast cancer, paramedic initial... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
'Healthy' Individuals May Be At Risk For Heart Disease Sep 10, 2008
(July 25, 2003) There is more to losing weight than diet and exercise, according to investigators the Research Institute at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC). Their study is the first to identify a new. (Science Daily)
Kim Jong Il Ill But Alive, Says Report Sep 10, 2008
Learn How It's Treated, How To Avoid It, And How To Fight It With Diet And Exercise. E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. (Click2Houston, TX)
Vigorous Exercise Aids Those with Obesity-Related Gene Sep 10, 2008
While lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise are important factors in weight control, it's not exactly clear how they interact with genetics. In this study, researchers analyzed DNA samples from 704 healthy Amish adults, average age 43. (MEDLINEplus)
Ask Layla: What is success? Sep 9, 2008
Do you need to reframe your old belief patterns that do not fit with the person you are becoming or it maybe a new nutritional diet and exercise program to get you going and thinking more clearly. Are you paying attention to that inner voice from within, the all-knowing universal power that emanates from your soul. (Malden Observer, MA)
COBS BREAD: On Your Marks...Get Set...Go for $2500! Sep 9, 2008
"It's clear that local sporting clubs and schools need some assistance, and we are keen to make a difference in the local communities our bakeries serve. COBS BREAD has a strong focus on health, so supporting local sporting clubs and school teams with Top Sports Grants are a great fit. A healthy diet and exercise is the best way to fight obesity, start one sandwich at a time!" said Chris. Placing a nomination for a sporting club or school is simple. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
For Even Healthy Men, Alcohol Seems to Lower Heart Attack Risk Sep 9, 2008
Instead, they have emphasized other lifestyle modifications, including diet and exercise. "Clinicians are very resistant to taking alcohol out of the 'alcoholism' box and asking what its effects might be at more typical levels of intake," Mukamal said. (MEDLINEplus)
Researchers cite liver disease in obese teenagers as latest risk Sep 8, 2008
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Manage Midlife Transition without a... Sep 8, 2008
The article by Gail Johnson offers helpful tips on diet and exercise for people in this phase of life. Other suggestions for facing a midlife transition include learning stress management skills, seeking spirituality, meeting with a counselor, focusing on strengths, and realizing that it is natural for a person to reflect on the aging process. (Suite101.com)
Wellness at work Sep 8, 2008
" Ross said he's learned to eat eat high-fiber, low-fat foods, to read food labels and has gotten used to the idea of taking a walk each day. At Hunter Douglas in Tupelo, the company has built a walking trail for workers and created a program aimed at improving workers' health at the manufacturing plant. Bill Hughes, head of human resources at Hunter Douglas, started a program that allows workers to receive up to a $200 reimbursement on their portion of health-care costs. He said 74 percent of... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Pollution can make you fat, study claims Sep 7, 2008
But many scientists are coming to believe that changes in diet and exercise do not sufficiently explain the rapid growth of the epidemic. As 'The Independent on Sunday' reported last week, there has been no reduction in physical activity in Britain since 1980, while obesity rates have quadrupled. (Independent)
Racy Ciara mag cover Sep 6, 2008
Diet and Exercise, leave the fried foods alone, stop eating whatever, whenever you want. Stop making excuses about being a BBW (BIG BIG WOMAN). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Age is not a problem at SpaMedica Sep 6, 2008
Whetro and Leddy treat both the causes and effects of aging, and offer a variety of services from lifestyle consultations, which focus on diet and exercise routines, to skin treatments such as nonsurgical body contouring, laser hair removal and Botox treatment. Whetro said the germ of inspiration for the clinic came at a medical conference. (Dallas County News, IA)
LifeGuard Established at the Arizona Heart Institute Sep 5, 2008
LifeGuard is introducing the latest science of epigenomics to examine how these environmental factors affect the direction of the major determiners of our future health -- our DNA. As we age, hormones become unbalanced, diet and exercise are often abandoned, and toxins accumulate in the body. These imbalances can detrimentally affect our immune, neurological and endocrine systems, resulting in a myriad of symptoms and serious diseases such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes and autoimmune... (PR Newswire)
Wilson drops 130 pounds, keeps losing Sep 4, 2008
He got a second opinion from another endocrinologist, and a nutritionist fine-tuned and supported his plan of diet and exercise, "because I was not yet over the edge.". Before his weight loss, he never really felt bad, he said, but I feel better about myself. (The Clarion-Ledger)
N.Y. Makes Kids Weigh In for School Sep 4, 2008
Education officials hope the move will allow positive steps in the area of diet and exercise that will help brings obese students' weight down. (Getty Images). (ABC News)
The Balance Project Sep 4, 2008
Doctor of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Dr. Chalid Ashry, started The Balance Program in Europe to help people with diabetes, like June, do better by focusing on diet and exercise. He believes the motivation comes from inside and that's where the program starts. (W-USA News, DC)
Gene raises odds of long life Sep 3, 2008
" The results were "very surprising and exciting," he said. One location on the FOXO3A gene stood out, he said. Of the four chemical bases in the DNA code - adenine (A), guanine (G), cytosine (C) and thymine (T) - most participants had the base T on both chromosomes at that location, he said. But those who had the G base instead of T when they were originally examined had better health, he said. And 15 years later the G base was more prominent in men who averaged 98 years old than those who... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
The Heart Health Benefits of Pistachios Sep 3, 2008
Lifestyle changes, along with a healthy diet and exercise, can lessen biological reactions to stress. "Pistachios contain many important nutrients that contribute to their positive effect on health. Every new study adds another piece to the puzzle of how eating pistachios may benefit heart health," says Dr. Constance Geiger, nutrition expert for the Western Pistachio Association (WPA), a voluntary association representing pistachio growers throughout the nation. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Pfizer Resuming Ads for Lipitor After Controversy Sep 3, 2008
Erlendson, 58, said in an interview that he has a family history of heart disease but tried to reduce his cholesterol with diet and exercise. A few months before his heart attack, he said, an MRI scan showed no significant plaque buildups. (ABC News -- Wire)
DHEC urges awareness of blood cholesterol numbers Sep 2, 2008
"Too much of one type or not enough of the other can put you at risk for coronary heart disease, heart attack or stroke. Some cholesterol is produced naturally and can be affected by your family health history, while some of it comes from the food we eat and can be affected by diet and exercise.". DHEC's Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention Division works with community partners and health care systems to improve the cardiovascular health and quality of life of South Carolinians through the... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
HEALTH BLOG: Opening up the medicine chest Sep 2, 2008
I could have told them this: A new study of 48 adults ages 50 to 60 who were on a strict diet and exercise program found that they tended to consume more calories on weekends than during the week, researchers. Photo by PDPhoto. (USA Today -- Money)
Special Web Page Aug 29, 2008
All treatments will be covered including injectable, pump, oral, diet and exercise; from the old to the new, from conventional to new breakthroughs. Examination of studies that aim to prevent diabetes and potential cures. (NBC4.tv, CA)
Age doesn’t mean a thing Aug 29, 2008
He just did this one to show the things that people can do at any age with proper diet and exercise. Reader Comments Comments are limited to 200 words or less. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Alisha DeVille: Still shedding pounds Aug 27, 2008
After deciding enough was enough, Alisha DeVille of Madison did a 180 on her diet and exercise habits. In June, she had lost 114 pounds, and was still working to lose more. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Success story: Fran McCleland Aug 26, 2008
First Place encourages members to strengthen their Christian faith while they make healthy diet and exercise changes to lose weight. McCleland gave up all her diet pills and supplements, and jumped headfirst into the First Place program. (The Clarion-Ledger)