2010 Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act Tied to Drop in Childhood Obesity
Implementation of the 2010 Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act significantly cut childhood obesity among children living in poverty.
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Male Sex and Obesity Independently Associated With Residual HIV-1 Viremia Despite Suppressive ART
A cross-sectional study was performed to assess whether age, body mass index, and/or components of antiretroviral therapy contributed to persistence of HIV viremia.
Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome on the Rise for Some Patient Populations
The prevalence of metabolic syndrome is rising at an unequal rate among different patient demographics.
COVID-19 May Drive Increase in Childhood Obesity Rates
The US childhood obesity rate may increase by 2.4% if school closures continue into December as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Wearing a Weighted Vest Alters Weight Loading and Improves Body Composition in Patients With Obesity
Increased weight loading was found to reduce body weight and fat mass, supporting the concept of a loading-dependent regulation of body weight.
Healthcare Systems in New York City Implement Joint Telehealth Program for Children With Obesity During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Healthcare systems in New York City have partnered to support vulnerable children with obesity using a telehealth weight management program.
Teen Obesity, T2DM, Hypertension May Lead to Early Vascular Aging
The presence of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and elevated systolic blood pressure (SBP) in adolescence accelerates the progression of risk factors that play a role in the development of early vascular aging.
Hypertension, Obesity, Diabetes Common in US COVID-19 Patients
The most common comorbidities among patients hospitalized with COVID-19 in the New York City area are hypertension, obesity, and diabetes.
Overweight or Obese BMI in Preschool Associated With Increased Fracture Risk
Overweight and obesity during preschool age are associated with increased risk for fracture in childhood.
Long-Term T2D Remission Rates Different for Sleeve Gastrectomy vs Gastric Bypass
Patients who underwent Roux-en-Y gastric bypass experienced greater weight loss and slightly higher diabetes remission rates than patients who underwent sleeve gastrectomy.
The Impact of Weight Loss on Migraine Characteristics in Patients With Obesity
Among patients with obesity and migraine, weight loss is associated with reduction of migraine frequency, pain severity, and attack duration and disability.
Obesity May Up Odds of Anti-TNF Therapy Failure in Ulcerative Colitis
Higher doses anti-tumor necrosis factor-α (anti-TNF-α) therapy may be neceessary for obese patients with ulcerative colitis (UC), according to the findings of a recently published meta-analysis.
Lifestyle Intervention via Smartphone App Effective for Pregnant Women With Obesity
A continuous behavioral lifestyle intervention supported by a smartphone app can assist in improving dietary intake and physical activity among pregnant women with overweight and obesity.
Quality of Nutrients in Low-Fat, Low-Carb Diets Affects Mortality
Eating a poor-quality low-fat or low-carb diet may not positively affect mortality rates and may even cause harm.
Metabolic Syndrome Severity Associated With Sleep Quality in Adolescents With PCOS
Metabolic syndrome is associated with poorer sleep in girls with polycystic ovary syndrome and obesity.
Mental Health Outcomes No Better for Teens Undergoing RYGB
Self-esteem improved after 5 years in surgical group, but no improvement seen in overall mood.
Lifestyle Intervention Improves Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Women With PCOS
Researchers performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to summarize and update the evidence regarding the effects of lifestyle intervention, including diet, on cardiometabolic risk among overweight and obese women with PCOS.
CDC: Many Americans Are Inactive, With Southerners Faring Worse
Agency releases new estimates of physical inactivity across states and US territories.
FDA: Weight Loss Drug Possibly Linked to Cancer
Lorcaserin may potentially increase the risk of cancer, according to results from a clinical trial assessing the safety of the weight loss agent.
Experts Weigh In on the Best Diets for 2020
The Mediterranean Diet was ranked as the best diet overall for 2020, according to new rankings released by US News and World Report.
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