$600K grant to boost weight-loss program Nov 4, 2009
University of Hawaii researchers have received a two-year grant of $600,000 to expand a program to help native Hawaiians and Pacific islanders achieve lasting weight loss and to reduce obesity-associated diseases ... Randomized control trials with volunteers are under way in the PILI project testing weight loss and management with a culturally relevant approach, including diet, physical activity, stress management and behavioral modification ... University of Hawaii researchers have received a... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Living With Less TV, More Sweat Boosts Weight Loss Nov 4, 2009
9:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 3, 2009. If you want to lose weight, exercise and diet are crucial. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Reduction in glycotoxins from heat-processing of foods reduces risk of chronic disease Nov 4, 2009
The findings, published in the October/November issue of the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, provide a simple dietary intervention that could result in weight loss and have significant impact on several epidemic diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, and kidney disease. The findings are the result of a clinical study involving over 350 people which was conducted in collaboration with, and with support from, the National Institute on Aging (NIA). (EurekAlert!)
Tomatoes can help fight the flab Nov 4, 2009
Move over starving diets and strict exercise regimes- the key to weight loss could simply be eating lots of tomatoes, experts believe ... Move over starving diets and strict exercise regimes- the key to weight loss could simply be eating lots of tomatoes, experts believe. (India Times, India)
Leaving the Folds Nov 4, 2009
Within a year of having weight loss surgery in 2003, she lost about 150 pounds; her blood pressure dropped to normal levels and the swelling in her legs decreased. She felt healthier and began exercising more. (Yahoo News -- Cosmetic Treatments and Surgery)
NRF: Stolen goods being sold online Nov 4, 2009
Five items were recently added to the list -- Alli weight loss pills, Bumble and Bumble, Gillette Fusion Razors and replacement cartridges, Matrix and Pureology ... Alli weight loss pills. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Herbal stimulant 'to be banned' Nov 3, 2009
Products containing ephedra, also known as ma-haung, increase weight loss and boost energy ... In the alert, the FDA said: "The totality of the available data showed little evidence of ephedra's effectiveness except for short-term weight loss, while confirming that the substance raises blood pressure and otherwise stresses the circulatory system. "These reactions have been conclusively linked to significant adverse health outcomes, including heart ailments and strokes. (Yahoo News -- Ephedra)
Top condition: Prepare horses before winter Nov 3, 2009
"Most horses require a feed supplement during frigid temperatures. Adequate amounts of hay are also critical to maintaining body condition. Consumption of hay produces calories which generates body heat. Use of a feeder hay bag or some means to provide forage throughout the day provides the best results."Horses are grazing animals, so feeding them in a way that mimics that grazing habit is most effective," Schroeder says. "If they gorge on hay at one feeding and have nothing to eat the rest of... (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Takeda, Amylin in deal Nov 3, 2009
Takeda, based in Osaka, will pay $75 million up front for medicines, including Amylin s experimental therapy, that combines the diabetes drug Symlin with a form of leptin, a hormone implicated in weight loss, Takeda and San Diego-based Amylin said. The purchase may help Takeda buffer losses after Actos, its top seller with $4 billion generated for the year ended March 31, loses patent protection in January 2011. (Boston Globe)
Amylin signs weight-loss drug deal with Takeda Nov 3, 2009
In July, Amylin said pramlintide-metreleptin prompted an average weight loss of 22 pounds, or 11 percent of patients' body weight, during a midstage study. The deal also includes additional compounds from both companies research programs. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Valerie Bertinelli's Latest Role: Starring in 'Losing It and Keeping Fit!' Fitness DVD Nov 3, 2009
According to Bertinelli (who just completed her first half-marathon in just over 2 hours), "My weight loss and fitness experience has been so positive in every way. And there are no celebrity secrets to it! If I can do it, anyone can and I'm so happy that, with Christopher, I can inspire others to get healthy and to maintain that health and wellness!". The 60-minute workout DVD contains two full-length workouts designed to help reach one's weight loss goals and keep fit ... Valerie discusses her... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
a day in the life of a ... dietitian (627) Nov 3, 2009
I can physically see patients weight loss and improved lab values. Biggest drawback: Some people are looking for a magic pill and aren t willing to make changes. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Newborn inspires mom's weightloss Nov 3, 2009
Veronica Noone is an iReporter and weight loss success story ... This strategy, instead of a strict diet, caused the weight loss, she says ... Weight loss success stories. (CNN)
Atkins Fares Best in Study Of Four Weight-Loss Regimens Nov 3, 2009
Their blood pressure also dropped the most of the four groups, a finding that the researchers think may relate to their slightly greater weight loss ... As for weight loss, the goal that concerns dieters the most, none of the groups managed to shed the large numbers of pounds touted by weight-loss programs and television shows such as "The Biggest Loser." ... A careful read of the study shows "no significant difference in weight loss between the Atkins and Ornish or LEARN diets after one year!"... (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Atlanta's weight loss winners Nov 3, 2009
The following Atlantans have succeeded in their weight loss goals. Kathy Kinev, 53, of Atlanta weighed 327 pounds in 2004. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Shedding pounds... Nov 3, 2009
The , which published the picture, captioned it "Barack 'N Bones" and said "rigorous workouts and high-stress basketball games" were responsible for the president's apparent weight loss. Related Articles. (The Drudge Report)
Live healthy, avoid diabetes for a decade Nov 3, 2009
Lead researcher Dr Jill Crandall, associate professor of clinical medicine at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University has shown that intensive lifestyle changes i.e. modest weight loss coupled with increased physical activity reduced the rate for developing type 2 diabetes by 58 percent. The study showed that sustaining modest weight loss for 10 years, or taking an anti-diabetic drug over that time, can prevent or lower the incidence of diabetes. (India Times, India)
Amylin, Takeda sign deal on weight-loss drugs Nov 3, 2009
In July, Amylin said pramlintide/metreleptin prompted an average weight loss of 22 pounds, or 11 percent of patients' body weight, during a midstage study. The Amylin-Takeda deal comes amid a surge in obesity treatment research and development from the biotechnology industry. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Skipping too many meals to run the country? Nov 3, 2009
Dramatic weight loss ... Under the headline 'Barack n Bones', the report claimed that the president's exercise regime - including basketball games - is behind the 'dramatic weight loss. (The Drudge Report)
BARACK 'N BONES... Nov 3, 2009
Rigorous workouts and high-stress basketball games are said to be behind the dramatic weight loss. "No, he's not chain smoking," claims an insider. (The Drudge Report)
Police these pills and powders Nov 2, 2009
Cohen wrote that, while hazardous ingredients are most commonly in products for sexual enhancement, athletic performance, and weight loss, they are also in supplements marketed at consumers with diabetes, high cholesterol, or insomnia. With vitamins and supplements now used by 114 million Americans, Congress should end its 15-year experiment with lax regulation of the industry. (Boston Globe)
10 ways to take control of your health Nov 2, 2009
Writing down everything you eat can double your weight loss, according to a study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. "The more food records people kept, the more weight they lost," said lead author Jack Hollis, a researcher at Kaiser Permanente's Center for Health Research. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Why Organic? Nov 2, 2009
It has become a trend among health buffs, celebrities and people with weight loss goals. These products are even endorsed by several blogs and write ups online. (Suite101.com)
Decaying Care: Loss of dental benefits leads to larger problems Nov 2, 2009
Seniors with dental problems may suffer from weight loss and poor nutrition because they can't chew their food. Medi-Cal still is covering dental care for children, patients in convalescent homes, pregnant women if it's medically necessary and developmentally disabled adults. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Breakfast With ... Sherri Shepherd Nov 2, 2009
How has it been maintaining your 40-pound weight loss ... So I don't take weight loss for granted. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Area Students Participate in Red Ribbon Week Nov 2, 2009
The characteristics include being paranoid, sores on the face and weight loss. "You have to be tough and make decisions to say no," Dalton said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Coughlin-Koskiniemi land a third Nov 1, 2009
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General symptom reporting in female fibromyalgia patients and referents: a population-based case-referent study Nov 1, 2009
They were also heavier, shorter and more often had a history of excessive food intake and excessive weight loss. When these differences were taken into account, cases reported not only significantly more presumed fibromyalgia symptoms but also significantly more of general symptoms than the referents. (BioMed Central)
Chronic condition: Brady Thompson was diagnosed with Type I diabetes (Thompson family/Photos.) Nov 1, 2009
JDRF said it is important for parents to watch for symptoms in their children including extreme thirst, frequent urination, drowsiness or lethargy, increased appetite, sudden weight loss for no reason, sudden vision changes, sugar in urine, fruity odor or breath, heavy-labored breathing, and unconsciousness. After the diagnosis, Patina learned there is no cure, but she remains optimistic that doctors will find one within Brady's lifetime, and with technological advancements, his life will be... (Benson San Pedro Valley News Sun, AZ)
City Beat (3) Nov 1, 2009
Includes keynote presentations by national and local experts, free health screenings, sessions on heart disease, skin care, menopause, and weight loss. Includes lunch. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Artistic Yoga for a body-mind workout Nov 1, 2009
While traditional schools of yoga repeat the same asanas every class, artistic yoga classes are unique each day and focus on only two body parts in a class, thereby achieving dramatic results in body-toning and weight loss (for those who need it). Overall, you will experience a tremendous sense of physical well-being. (India Times, India)
Right fit: the risks and rewards of celebrity slimmers Nov 1, 2009
Jenny Craig ambassadors celebrity weight loss. You are here. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Goodell to testify to Congress on Vikings bans Oct 31, 2009
The players acknowledged taking the over-the-counter weight loss supplement StarCaps, which did not state on the label that it contained bumetanide. Neither player is accused of taking steroids. (ESPN -- Football)
How to Make an Asian Chicken Wrap Oct 31, 2009
According to information provided in 2007 on Irish nutritionist Anne Collins' Weight Loss Program, cashew nuts are good sources of fiber and protein, like other nuts. They contain mono-unsaturated fat, the healthy kind of fat that protects the heart, and are also fine sources of Vitamin B complex. (Suite101.com)
Hold the phone, Lee not done with yet Oct 31, 2009
Having recently split with his wife of two years, Liz, the New South Welshman then contracted a severe stomach bug during the last Test, forcing him on to a drip to stem the rapid weight loss it was causing. Losing 10 kilos in about a week doesn't really help your bowling action I wouldn't have thought,'' Lee recalled. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Change may curb diabetes risk Oct 31, 2009
Anational 10-year study that included Hawaii participants shows that lifestyle changes aimed at modest weight loss and increased physical activity can prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes ... Participants in that study were randomly assigned to three groups: one subjected to intensive lifestyle interventions aimed at achieving and maintaining a 7 percent weight loss and 150 minutes or more per week of moderate physical activity; a second cohort treated with two daily doses of metformin;... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Atlanta Loses Weight Oct 31, 2009
Atlanta Weight Loss Resources / Success ... Share your story of setting a weight loss goal and maintaining it ... Then return to "AJC Success Stories" for more weight loss winners. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
What does your feet reveal Oct 31, 2009
Other symptoms of diabetes include persistent thirst, constant need for urination, fatigue, extreme hunger and weight loss. Cold feet Cold feet is an especially common complaint among women and may indicate a thyroid problem. (India Times, India)
2009 St. Louis Cardinals Team Review Oct 31, 2009
He struggled with a hiatal hernia that led to a 30-pound weight loss and an ongoing ankle issue. Over the season, the 22-year-old would still contribute 16 home runs and 52 RBI and lead MLB first-year players by appearing in 147 games. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Yuma's high obesity no surprise to some Oct 31, 2009
Myers owns Nature's Express, a Yuma restaurant that is a sponsor of Fattest to Fittest: Yuma vs. Yakima Weight Loss Challenge. Myers said he's thrilled at the idea behind the challenge and the spotlight it puts on the problem of obesity. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Top condition: Prepare horses before winter Oct 30, 2009
"Most horses require a feed supplement during frigid temperatures. Adequate amounts of hay are also critical to maintaining body condition. Consumption of hay produces calories which generates body heat. Use of a feeder hay bag or some means to provide forage throughout the day provides the best results."Horses are grazing animals, so feeding them in a way that mimics that grazing habit is most effective," Schroeder says. "If they gorge on hay at one feeding and have nothing to eat the rest of... (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Area Students Participate in Red Ribbon Week Oct 30, 2009
The characteristics include being paranoid, sores on the face and weight loss. "You have to be tough and make decisions to say no," Dalton said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
WOMEN LEARN BETTER HEALTH THROUGH SIMPLE STEPS Oct 30, 2009
Jill Fleming, author of Thin People Don t Clean Their Plates: Simple Lifestyle Choices for Permanent Weight Loss, speaks Thursday afternoon at the Pine Bluff Country Club ... Guest speaker Jill Fleming of Wisconsin, a registered dietitian, mother of three, motivational speaker and author of Thin People Don t Clean Their Plates: Simple Lifestyle Choices for Permanent Weight Loss, is uniquely qualified to expound on the subject of her book. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Groups weigh in with special support Oct 30, 2009
To celebrate the start of Fattest to Fittest: Yuma vs. Yakima Weight Loss Challenge, the Yuma Sun recently interviewed leaders and members with Overeaters Anonymous, Taking Off Pounds Sensibly and Weight Watchers ... A member's goal for weight loss is based on national standards for each person's body mass index ... Group leaders give a health talk at every meeting, with information coming from Weight Watchers International, which Morago praised for being involved with the latest research... (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Local calendar Oct. 29 edition Oct 30, 2009
First meeting free if you need any type of weight loss. Call 978-657-6103 or visit tops. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Nigeria: Gender Counts in Tackling Hunger, Says Global Index Oct 30, 2009
The second is the prevalence of underweight in children under five years of age as an indication of the proportion of children suffering from weight loss and/or reduced growth. The third is the mortality rate of children under five, partially indicating link between inadequate intake and unhealthy environment. (allAfrica.com)
Leaving the Folds Oct 30, 2009
Within a year of having weight loss surgery in 2003, she lost about 150 pounds; her blood pressure dropped to normal levels and the swelling in her legs decreased. She felt healthier and began exercising more. (Yahoo News -- Cosmetic Treatments and Surgery)
Atkins Fares Best in Study Of Four Weight-Loss Regimens Oct 30, 2009
Their blood pressure also dropped the most of the four groups, a finding that the researchers think may relate to their slightly greater weight loss ... As for weight loss, the goal that concerns dieters the most, none of the groups managed to shed the large numbers of pounds touted by weight-loss programs and television shows such as "The Biggest Loser." ... A careful read of the study shows "no significant difference in weight loss between the Atkins and Ornish or LEARN diets after one year!"... (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Fewer Televisions Help Dieters Succeed Oct 30, 2009
However, study confirms what some of us have been talking about for a long time regarding successful weight loss, he said. If you want to choose better foods, keep better foods within reach. (Newsmax)
Diabetes can be delayed with diet, exercise Oct 30, 2009
"People can lose weight, and this weight loss is accompanied by a lowering of their rate of diabetes," said Dr. William Knowler, who works at the health agency, part of the National Institutes of Health ... After 10 years, the group that started off in the diet and exercise group has sustained a modest weight loss and cut their risk of developing diabetes by 34 percent, compared with the group that started out on a placebo. (MSNBC -- Health)
Shire presents study findings on its ADHD treatments at psychiatric meeting Oct. 29-30 Oct 30, 2009
The most common side effects reported with Daytrana were decreased appetite, sleeplessness, sadness/crying, twitching, weight loss, nausea, vomiting, tics, and affect lability (mood swings). Aggression, new abnormal thoughts/behaviors, mania, and growth suppression have been associated with use of drugs of this type. (EurekAlert!)
Critics want sharper teeth in rules on supplements Oct 30, 2009
"Metabolife continues to be the No. 1 selling brand in weight loss supplements and manufactures its products to the highest quality control standards in the industry and stands by the safety and efficacy of it products when used as directed," said Jan Strode, a spokeswoman for Metabolife. Bill Gurley, a professor of pharmaceutical sciences at the University of Arkansas, said it is too early to declare bitter orange safe. (Yahoo News -- Ephedra)
Herbal stimulant 'to be banned' Oct 30, 2009
Products containing ephedra, also known as ma-haung, increase weight loss and boost energy ... In the alert, the FDA said: "The totality of the available data showed little evidence of ephedra's effectiveness except for short-term weight loss, while confirming that the substance raises blood pressure and otherwise stresses the circulatory system. "These reactions have been conclusively linked to significant adverse health outcomes, including heart ailments and strokes. (Yahoo News -- Ephedra)
Weight loss, activity significantly cuts diabetes risk, 10-year study shows Oct 30, 2009
A national 10-year study that included Hawaii participants reports that intensive lifestyle changes aimed at modest weight loss and increased physical activity reduced the rate of developing type 2 diabetes by 34 percent. Researchers also found a 13 percent reduction in the rate of diabetes by those treated with metformin, an oral medicine used to treat diabetes. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Green Tea Extract: Perfect for a Ho... Oct 30, 2009
Green tea extract has been known to be an excellent weight loss herbal tea, helps with a number of health issues, and has a fruition of antioxidants which make it an ideal supplement for many people ... It is an excellent sources of antioxidants, helps with strengthening the immune system, prevents, Cancer, and heart disease and is an excellent weight loss aide ... Green tea extract has even been used to help aide with weight loss and can be used in supplement form or as a weight loss herbal... (Suite101.com)
Exercise Keeps Dangerous Visceral Fat Away A Year After Weight Loss, Study Finds Oct 30, 2009
29, 2009) A study conducted by exercise physiologists in the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Department of Human Studies finds that as little as 80 minutes a week of aerobic or resistance training helps not only to prevent weight gain, but also to inhibit a regain of harmful visceral fat one year after weight loss. See also. (Science Daily)
5 Questions: Dickinson professor talks interview on Colbert Report Oct 30, 2009
And then there is real debilitating and horrific weight loss surgery pushed on people. The other thing I wanted to talk about was my own research, which suggests that being fat was looked down upon back to the 19th century. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Diet, Exercise Thwart Diabetes: Study Oct 29, 2009
"Interventions that result in weight loss lower the risk of diabetes, and that lower risk appears to persist for a long period of time," said study author Dr. William C. Knowler of the U.S. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases ... People on metformin maintained a five-pound weight loss, and those on placebo lost less than two pounds over 10 years, the researchers note ... People need access to weight loss clinics that can teach them about diet and exercise, he added. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Jones Looking For Big Things Oct 29, 2009
After some much-needed off-season weight loss and a stint with the US Virgin Islands team in August, Charlotte Center Phil Jones thinks teams in the Atlantic 10 need to watch out for his improved physicality and quickness in getting up and down the floor. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Charlotte Sports -- Rivals.com)
FRIENDS: Help carry the burden of dieting Oct 29, 2009
Eating and exercise plan during weight loss: Followed Jenny Craig, a program that includes consultations and portion-controlled, prepackaged meals and snacks ... Eating and exercise plan during weight loss:Had a bowl of Special K cereal with 1/2 cup of skim milk and a piece of fruit for breakfast ... She is maintaining her weight loss on a low-calorie diet but no longer eats cereal. (USA Today -- News)
Make the healthy diet choice the easy choice Oct 29, 2009
Three inexpensive ideas that might boost weight loss ... By Nanci Hellmich, USA TODAY WASHINGTON Dieters can boost their weight loss if they clean up their act at home and get a partner to lose weight with them, a new study shows. (USA Today -- News)
Borders: Ex-rival tried shakedown Oct 29, 2009
8:37 p.m. Wednesday, October 28, 2009. Borders charges former rival with shakedown. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Fast track to fame Oct 29, 2009
For the record, her recent weight loss means that the 36C tag is no longer applicable; the tabloids suggest that it is a more modest 34C now. Yow geared up for the role with a whirlwind photoshoot in Paris for the media. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Depression Can Lead To Inflated Reports Of Physical Symptoms Oct 29, 2009
(July 29, 2009) After a six-month behavioral weight loss program, depressed patients not only lost 8 percent of their initial weight but also reported significant improvements in their symptoms of depression, as. (June 6, 2008) New research indicates people who are obese may be more likely to become depressed, and people who are depressed may be more likely to become obese. (Science Daily)
PERRY/Gallo's radio family Oct 29, 2009
Gallo said the only time an interview has really turned off his expected topic was recently when he thought an interview was on health care, but in fact it was an author pitching a weight loss drug. But Gallo, "curious as a kid" about what the guest was saying didn't bother to steer the conversation back to the topic, "I let it go because it was more fascinating than the original point.". (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
