Obesity In Preschoolers On A Slight Decline It's a fact. Studies have shown that childhood obesity is more prevalent amongst minority children and those who come from low-income families. The reasons for such outcomes are not yet known, although there are many theories. But, after years of news reports and
Eggs for Popeye Recipe Serves 1 Popeye was right, spinach does super-charge your physique because it gives you high amounts nutrients like folate and other B vitamins that help break down homocysteine in the body. Homocysteine is an amino acid in the blood and when it builds up too much
Sweet Potato Waffles Recipe Serves 4 This recipe is perfect for your family holiday breakfast get-togethers! Ingredients ½ cup canned sweet potato ½ cup milk 1 tablespoon canola or light olive oil 1 egg 1 tablespoon honey 1 cup pancake or waffle mix non-stick cooking spray Instructions Place the sweet
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Recipe Serves 6 Butternut squash has a naturally, creamy consistency that blends into a thick and hearty soup without adding excess fat or cream. If you have kids at the dinner table top theirs with plain, unbuttered popcorn and optionally serve yours with sour cream! Ingredients
Man Dies After Bariatric Surgery, Family Awarded $5.9 Million Weighing 550 pounds, Warren Jupiter's obesity was putting his life at risk. So, in his early 50's, Jupiter decided to have weight loss surgery in hopes to live a healthier and longer life. The Army veteran, a father of three, was
Goodbye Comorbidities, Hello Life! -Article courtesy of OH Magazine Joyce and Daniel Tucker live in the Pacific Northwest and neither are strangers to obesity. Both say they have been obese since childhood, and both admit they have yo-yo dieted for years. Early in 2011, Joyce, a homemaker who suffers from
Puppy Dog Adventures Episode 4! Talking Puppy Goes To The Pool! When Kiya's owner decides to take control of his life, his dog becomes his biggest supporter. Episode 4! More to come! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJLQ1Gugfhw&feature=share&list=UUChL4PYqScIYE_Wa0lfimeA
Support groups are especially important for those of us that have had weight loss surgery. ObesityHelp recognizes the importance that support plays in a weight loss surgery journey. One of the ways is through the ObesityHelp Support Group Leader Program. OH support groups provide emotional support and the exchange of
Ten Tips for Battling Food (and Family) Over the Holidays 'Tis the season ready or not! The holiday season can be one of the most joyful times of the year with its dazzling colors, familiar music, social gatherings, and yes, food, food and more food! For those who have recently
Mind Matters: Coping With Change All of us experience change. In fact, change happens regularly for everyone. Some people consider change as a challenge and embrace it by looking forward to what is ahead. Others (like me!) resist change because we are comfortable and secure with things the way they
