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Sleeping on your side can make can ease chronic heartburn. The difference to getting a good nights sleep is choosing the correct side. A study in The Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology induced heartburn in subjects by feeding them high-fat meals. Immediately after the meal, they had them sleep on one side or the other for […]

Artificially sweetened soft drinks are often marketed as the healthier alternative to sugar-sweetened beverages. However, growing research suggests potential risks associated with their consumption during pregnancy. This detailed guide explores the findings of the Danish National Birth Cohort study, the implications for pregnant women, and expert recommendations to make informed dietary decisions. Artificially Sweetened Soft […]

Bariatric surgery has become an essential medical intervention for those struggling with severe obesity, providing a pathway to healthier living when traditional weight-loss methods fail. However, there has been a long-standing belief in the medical community that psychiatric conditions, such as depression and anxiety, may impact the success of these surgeries. New research challenges this […]

A study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, which included over 53,000 women in Denmark, showed that the risk of distant metastasis from breast cancer was increased 46% in obese patients with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 and the risk of dying of breast cancer was increased by 38% after 30 years. […]

Have you ever tried medical therapy for your fight against Obesity? Have you ever had surgery for your fight against Obesity? If you answered yes to either of the two questions, then you will be very interested in the study results found by Dr. Juan P. Valderas and his colleagues published in the Journal of […]

Considering bariatric surgery and planning to have children? Evidence-based research strongly suggests that undergoing bariatric surgery before pregnancy can significantly enhance maternal health and improve pregnancy outcomes. This detailed guide explores the benefits of bariatric surgery for women planning to conceive, offering you the tools to make an informed decision. + What Is Bariatric Surgery?  […]

Everyone knows that adolescence is a time when kids are most sensitive about their body image, but a new study done by Timothy D. Nelson, assistant professor of Psychology at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, found that body dissatisfaction is actually occurring much earlier. This study found that overweight pre-teens who experienced a particular kind of […]

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) findings in 2008, approximately 1 in 5 children between the ages of 6 and 11 and roughly 18% of children between the ages of 12 ansd 19 were obese. According to a new poll conducted by Knowledge Networks including 2,064 U.S. adults, adults quoted obesity as 1 […]

Bariatric surgery has long been celebrated for its success in promoting weight loss and improving overall health. However, its impact extends beyond physical benefits, providing transformational improvements in quality of life, including enhanced sexual health. For women, especially those struggling with Female Sexual Dysfunction (FSD), bariatric surgery offers meaningful changes that address both physical and […]

Are you currently pregnant, or are currently trying to get pregnant? If so, then you may find these study results important. Dr. David Ludwig, director of the Optimal Weight for Life at Children’s Hospital Boston and coauthor Dr. Janet Currie found that increasing amounts of maternal weight gain during pregnancy led to the birth of […]