Research explores the role of mediobasal hypothalamic FKBP51 in regulating obesity
The study appeared in the journal Science Advances.
Childhood trauma and genetics are linked to a higher risk of obesity
More than 16,000 participants responded to a survey on traumatic events children…
BMJ study finds primary care exercise interventions enhance physical activity and lessens adult obesity
The research included the scouring of databases such as PsycINFO, Embase, and…
Free fruit in schools policy did not have any significant weight outcomes in children
The study appeared in PLOS Medicine.
A significant number of adults incorrectly estimate their own BMI and body size
The findings were determined after a team of experts evaluated 744 Polish…
Unhealthy diet before pregnancy linked to childhood obesity risk
The conclusions drawn were part of an analysis of data involving close…
Why adding juice beverages to children too early in life may raise risk of obesity
The study considered more than 4,900 American female parental figures.
Experts turn to warning labels on soda bottles and restaurant menus to curb obesity epidemic
Nutrition labeling may be a promising approach to addressing the issue of…
Widespread availability of fast food joints may explain the high incidences of type 2 diabetes
The study was conducted at New York University.
How poor air quality may be linked to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes
The study appeared in Environmental Health Perspectives.
Study finds consuming nuts not associated with weight gain
As part of their study, 121 clinical trials and prospective studies were…
Study unveils genetic variants and prenatal factors linked to an increased risk of obesity and ADHD
Researchers uncovered certain genetic variants and prenatal factors linked to an increased…