AHA Outlines Strategies to Improve Nutrition Security in the US
While food insecurity is a leading public health issue, research shows that nutrition security may be a better target for disease prevention strategies.
Obesity
Screening Tool Combats Food Insecurity and Pediatric Obesity
The aim of the study was to identify individuals with food insecurity and establish processes to refer patients and families to federal and community resources.
Gastric Band Infection Leads to Stroke and Death
Delay in removal of gastric band leads to infection, subarachnoid hemorrhage, and death.
Study Dispels Myths on Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss
Intermittent fasting produces similar weight loss as traditional diets and is generally safe, producing few gastrointestinal, neurologic, hormonal, or metabolic effects.
Fat Mass, Physical Fitness, and Cardiovascular Risk in Children
A cross-sectional study was conducted to examine the relationship between body composition, physical fitness, and cardiovascular risk factors in childhood.
Cumulative Lifetime Excess Weight Has Bigger Impact on CRC Risk
Role of cumulative lifetime excess weight greater than role of excess BMI measured at a single time point.
High Instance of Medication Discontinuation Up to 5 Years After Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
Investigators compared rates of diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia medication discontinuation in patients who underwent gastric bypass vs sleeve gastrectomy.
How Can Women Prevent Weight Gain in Menopause?
Researchers delineate strategies to prevent weight gain and body composition changes among women during perimenopause and menopause.
Lifestyle Modifications Beneficial for Hidradenitis Suppurativa Treatment
Authors outline treatment strategies for hidradenitis suppurativa with a focus on diet and lifestyle management for all stages of this disorder.
Four Diets Linked to Gout Prevention in Women
Four healthy diets were linked to a reduced risk for new-onset gout in women. The DASH diet showed the greatest benefit.
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