Holiday survival tips from The Wright Athletic Club Dec 3, 2008
Weight training before a big holiday meal is king for controlling fat gain. Sparing the science, less fat is gained if exercise (remember weight training is king) is done before the meal. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Symptoms Of Depression Associated With Increase In Abdominal Fat Dec 3, 2008
"Such an association was not found for an increase in overall obesity and also appeared to be independent of changes in overall obesity, suggesting that depressive symptoms are rather specifically associated with fat gain in the visceral region," the authors write. There are several mechanisms by which depression might increase abdominal fat, they note. (Science Daily)
Elderly depressiontied to heart ills Dec 2, 2008
When the researchers took into account other risk factors for obesity, including the depressed group's higher visceral fat levels in the beginning, they still found a connection between depression and visceral fat gain. They also found a similar link to visceral fat gain in people with recurring depression over the years ... That suggests depression has a specific tie with fat gained around the organs in the abdomen. (MSNBC -- Health)
Why women should eat less, move more and consider wearing transdermal HRT patches during menopause Nov 25, 2008
" There was a related discussion about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) at the conference. Garvan's Professor Lesley Campbell, also Director of the St. Vincent's Diabetes Centre, was an invited speaker at the conference and put forward her view that HRT can actually help protect women against harmful abdominal fat gain and the development of heart disease and Type 2 diabetes. "During menopause, most women experience redistribution of fat, often gaining weight around the middle," said Professor... (EurekAlert!)
Menopause to blame for middle-age spread Nov 24, 2008
Garvan Institute research has also shown that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can help protect women against this harmful fat gain. However HRT is controversial, with studies giving mixed messages on safety and doctors recommending women weigh up the risks and benefits before starting the treatment. (The Age)
Cancer survivor: Least costly alternative not good enough for cancer patients Oct 22, 2008
Hormonal therapy is frequently for short-term usage, usually for one or two years, and then stopped to ameliorate the terrible side effects of hot flashes, bone density loss, muscle loss, fat gain, increased fatigue, loss of sex drive, etc. Then, if necessary, resume the intermittent hormonal therapy. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Black Bears' Sex Lives Lively On July 4 Weekend Jul 4, 2008
Bears, which quickly adapt to local conditions, know that in Connecticut they can spend a leisurely summer gorging on berries and then complete their fat gain on fall mast, allowing them to extend breeding until early July. Bears enjoy an ambulatory, complex sex life. (FOX61, CT)
Environmental groups warn vs PVC shower curtains Jun 16, 2008
A brain chemical strongly linked to mood and appetite may also directly affect fat gain, US researchers reported on Tuesday. Reuters (6/16/2008 12:57:33 AM). (ABS CBN News)
Short Sleep Duration Linked To Obesity, Consistently and Worldwide May 3, 2008
4, 2008) Both short and long sleeping times predict an increased risk of future body weight and fat gain in adults. Short and long duration sleepers were 35 percent and 25 percent more likely to experience a. (Science Daily)
Sleeping eight hours 'key to staying slim' Apr 3, 2008
According to lead researcher Jean-Philippe Chaput of Laval University in Quebec, "Our study provides evidence that both short and long sleeping times predict an increased risk of future body weight and fat gain in adults. "Furthermore, these results emphasise the need to add sleep duration to the list of environmental factors that are prevalent in our society and that contribute to weight gain and obesity. "Since preventing obesity is important, a pragmatic approach adding sleep hygiene advice... (Hindu)
Eight Hours Sleep Ideal for Staying Slim Apr 2, 2008
Both short and long sleeping times predict an increased risk of future body weight and fat gain in adults, according to a study published in the April 1 issue of the journal SLEEP. ... Our study provides evidence that both short and long sleeping times predict an increased risk of future body weight and fat gain in adults. (Newsmax)
Got A Perky Upstart? Try Holding On For More May 16, 2007
That big gap and fat gain are signs of just the sort of strength you want in your stock. The market is telling you that something is happening here. (Investors Business Daily)
Testosterone and Strength Training Jan 3, 2007
Not only does a decrease in sleep promote less than optimal training sessions, it also increases the release of the hormone cortisol, which promotes fat gain. If you want to remain lean and muscular you will want to avoid cortisol as much as possible. (Suite101.com)
