Study reveals kimchi’s role in combating obesity among South Koreans
In an insightful study featured in BMJ Open, the intricate link between the consumption of kimchi and obesity levels within the South Korean populace has been meticulously analysed. This research delves into the multifaceted relationship between diet and obesity, spotlighting the traditional Korean delicacy, kimchi, known for its low-calorie content yet high nutritional value, including an...Read MoreThe first-ever “Obesity Bill of Rights” has been launched in the USA
In an unprecedented move to address the widespread and deeply rooted issue of obesity, which is the most prevalent and costly chronic disease across the United States, the National Consumers League (NCL) alongside the National Council on Aging (NCOA) have unveiled the nation’s inaugural Obesity Bill of Rights. This initiative, coupled with the establishment of the grassroots movement...Read Moreby Nicholas FeenieFebruary 1, 2024 Asia, Childhood Obesity, Obesity and the Economy, Obesity Policy0 comments
Study finds some 40% of Chinese children face obesity by 2030
A comprehensive study recently unveiled alarming projections that nearly 40% of Chinese children and adolescents are on track to have overweight or obesity by the year 2030 if current upward trends persist. This pressing issue has prompted calls from experts for immediate action to mitigate the looming health crisis, with proposed strategies including the implementation of a 20% levy on...Read MoreRising bowel cancer rates in UK youth linked to obesity and alcohol consumption
A recent study has highlighted a concerning trend in the United Kingdom: increasing instances of bowel cancer among younger individuals, driven by unhealthy lifestyle choices. This alarming development is primarily attributed to factors such as obesity, excessive alcohol consumption, and a general lack of physical activity. Traditionally diagnosed in individuals over the age of 50, bowel...Read Moreby Nicholas FeenieJanuary 29, 2024 Artificial Intelligence, Digital Health, Electronic Patient Records0 comments