Air Pollution Found to Accelerate Aging of the Lungs
Larger effects seen for people from lower-income households.
Obesity
Obesity Linked to Increased Risk for Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis
Obese patients have significantly more relapses on first-line treatment with IFN beta, glatiramer acetate.
Increased Obesity Risk in Women Exposed to Artificial Light at Night While Sleeping
Short sleep has been associated with obesity, but data on the association between exposure to artificial light at night while sleeping and risk for obesity have been inconclusive.
Obesity Prevalence Down in Young Children Enrolled in WIC
Prevalence decreased from 2010 to 2016 for children aged 2 through 4 enrolled in WIC.
The Impact of Preconception Maternal BMI on Child Obesity
Results from a systematic review and meta-analysis found that prepregnancy maternal obesity is associated with a significantly increased risk for child obesity.
Weight Loss Surgery May Not Relieve Acid Reflux
Symptoms return in half of patients undergoing long-term follow-up after gastric bypass.
Hyperglycemia in Pregnancy May Up Risk for Obesity in Offspring
Children of obese women with gestational diabetes have increased risk for childhood obesity.
Body Mass Index Associated With Increased von Willebrand Factor, Factor VIII Levels
For both type 1 and type 2 von Willebrand disease, higher BMI was associated with increased VWF:Ag and FVIII:C levels.
The Importance of Antiobesity Medication in Weight-Loss Treatment Plans
Incorporating antiobesity medications in conjunction with optimizing nutrition and participating in physical activity may prevent further weight gain, promote greater weight loss, and enhance quality of life.
Higher BMI Linked to Overestimation of Caloric Value in Food
A survey was conducted to assess whether BMI influences the ability of an individual to estimate the caloric value of food.
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