Excessive school holiday downtime linked to rising health concerns in children
The extended school holidays, a period of relaxation and rest for educators and students alike, may be inadvertently contributing to health issues in children. Recent research highlights a worrying trend of increased weight gain during these leisure times, particularly among children. In Australia, the prevalence of children and teenagers with overweight or obesity stands at one in four,...Read MoreStudy highlights obesity’s role in blood condition leading to multiple myeloma blood cancer
The possible interplay between lifestyle factors such as smoking, insufficient sleep, and obesity, and their influence on a blood condition that can lead to a specific type of blood cancer, warrants further investigation, according to experts. Recent findings published in “Blood Advances” suggest that certain modifiable risk factors, notably smoking and obesity, might elevate...Read MoreStudy shows early breastfeeding mitigates child obesity, regardless of maternal weight
A recent study funded by the Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program at the National Institutes of Health has revealed a significant correlation between early breastfeeding and reduced childhood obesity risks. This relationship holds true irrespective of the mother’s pre-pregnancy body mass index (BMI). The ECHO Cohort study delved into the impact of...Read MoreEli Lilly launches digital health platform LillyDirect for obesity, migraine, and diabetes care
Eli Lilly and Company, a renowned pharmaceutical entity, has unveiled LillyDirect, an advanced digital healthcare platform primarily designed to aid patients in the United States with obesity, migraine, and diabetes management. The official announcement, made on January 4, 2024, marks a significant stride in the field of digital healthcare. LillyDirect emerges as a multifaceted tool,...Read MoreFasting regimen proves effective against obesity-induced cognitive decline
Researchers have recently explored the beneficial effects of intermittent fasting (IF) on neuroinflammation and cognitive decline in a study published in Nutrients. They focused on mice subjected to a high-fat diet (HFD) and examined the impacts of IF on brain health, particularly in the context of diabetic encephalopathy. Obesity and type 2 diabetes (T2D) are known for their adverse...Read Moreby Nicholas FeenieJanuary 8, 2024 Childhood Obesity, Exercise, Obesity and Population Health0 comments
Study confirms light exercise effectively counters childhood obesity
Childhood obesity, a growing concern worldwide, might have a surprisingly straightforward solution: light exercise. Recent research led by an international team of scientists from the Universities of Exeter, Eastern Finland, Bristol, and Colorado, underscores the profound impact of light physical activity in combating the rise of obesity in children. Drawing from the University of...Read Moreby Nicholas FeenieJanuary 5, 2024 Obesity and Population Health, Obesity Policy, Obesogenic Environment0 comments