Archive for September, 2011
Obesity in Young Adults
Overweight Young Adults Risk Early Death A study published in Aug 2011 in the Journal of Adolescent Health found that being overweight at 25 years old increased the risk of early death by 21%. That risk went up to 28% if a young adult with a higher BMI (body mass index) also smoked, drank alcohol, […]
The Link Between Obesity and Atrial Fibrillation
Obesity is an escalating global health crisis, directly contributing to numerous conditions, including atrial fibrillation (AF), a serious and potentially life-threatening cardiovascular disease. Recent groundbreaking research, particularly that conducted by Dr. Hany Abed at the University of Adelaide, has illuminated the intricate relationship between obesity and atrial fibrillation. This page explores how obesity impacts heart […]
Developing Diabetes Strongly Linked to a Fatty Liver
A groundbreaking study has revealed a critical connection between fatty liver disease and the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This insight sheds new light on the importance of liver health in preventing metabolic disorders. Fatty Liver Disease and Its Impact on Diabetes Risk Fatty liver disease, or hepatic steatosis, is widely recognized as a […]
Less Colon Polyps with Moderate Exercise
A study published in the British Journal of Cancer found that physical activity can reduce the risk of developing polyps by 16%, and developing large or advance polyps by 30%, and the risk of colon cancer by 25%. An analysis of studies involving over 250,000 patients, found less precancerous colon polyps in those individuals who […]
Weight Reduction May Improve Outcomes with Cirrhotic Liver
Findings published in the August 2011 issue of Hepatology, revealed that obesity may be a frequent cause of chronic liver disease progression. Liver cirrhosis, according to one study, in over 15% of cases, is caused by being overweight. Other studies showed that those suffering from liver disease due to obesity had a lower survival rate […]
