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Overweight and Obesity among Older Adults: How should Obesity be Determined?
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a common tool used to determine whether an individual is obese. The key question about obesity is whether it has any relationship to health problem as measured by common health markers. The purpose of this study therefore, is to examine whether BMI screenings are an accurate tool to measure the health st.. Read More
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Purpose: To examine the validity of an armband physical activity monitor in estimating energy expenditure (EE) over a wide range of physical activities. Methods: 68 participants (mean age=39.5 ± 13.0 yrs) performed one of three routines consisting of six activities (approximately 10 min each) while wearing the armb.. Read More
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Atherosclerotic Effects of Smoking and Excess Weight
Background: Metabolic syndrome is a systemic atherosclerotic cascade terminating with multi-organ failures. Methods: Consecutive patients with Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) were studied. Results: Study included 1,620 females and 1,240 males. Prevalences of CHD were similar in both sexes (3.8% versus 4.4%, respective.. Read More
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The prevalence of cardiovascular diseases is increasing in Pakistan due to unhealthy life style, and lack of awareness. As these diseases have their origin in the early period of life therefore, the prevention of these diseases in early stage is necessary to prevent and control them. This study aimed at identifying the ch.. Read More
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Maternal Obesity and Placental Oxidative Stress in the First Trimester
Objective: Maternal obesity is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes affected by placental dysfunction. We sought to compare levels of placental oxidative stress between obese and lean women in the first trimester. Study Design: Obese and lean women matched 1:1 for baseline variables and gestational age were enroll.. Read More
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Background: The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of Low Glycemic Index (LGI) and High Glycemic Index (HGI) versions of a low fat, Moderate Carbohydrate (CHO), moderate protein diet, when combined with an exercise program, on Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) risk factors in people with Metabolic Syndrome (MetS).  .. Read More
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Obesity of Womens in Paleolithicum
Photos and/or copies of a hundred Paleolithic statues were observed. The photos were taken on frontal, lateral and back view. Among the 97 female idols studied, 24 were skinny (mainly young ladies); 15 normal weighed, while more than half of them (51) represents overweighed or very obese females, their breasts was also extremely.. Read More
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Zonisamide for Attenuation of Weight Gain in a Morbidly-Obese Adolescent on an Antipsychotic
Obesity is a growing problem in the child and adolescent population. Particularly concerning is the trend of overweight children being increasingly prescribed antipsychotic medications that can lead to further weight gain. We present a case of a morbidly obese adolescent male who had made strides in weight loss with psychopharma.. Read More
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We examined the predictors of maternal perceptions on their adolescent offspring’s weight status. A mother-child linked analysis was carried out using 14 years follow-up data from a population-based prospective birth cohort of 3721 children (52% males) who born in Brisbane, Australia, between 1981 and 1983. Maternal percep.. Read More
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Background: In the US childhood obesity is more prevalent among underserved minority children. It is recommended that children should spend a minimum of 60 min/d in moderate-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) in order to maintain a healthy body weight. Methods: We measured the amount of MVPA based on a minimum of 5 consecutive da.. Read More
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Statement of problem: Correctional facilities are stressful, unhealthy and dangerous working environments, which increase the risk of chronic diseases and a shortened lifespan for employees, particularly corrections officers. The need exists for effective worksite interventions to lower chronic disease risk and improve health of.. Read More
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Height-related blood pressure reference values for Shiraz (Southern Iran) school children
Introduction: Blood pressure in children can be affected by a lot of factors such as environmental, cultural, social and genetic factors. This study aims at comparing Blood pressure in Shiraz (Iran) children with American standards and also to determine Blood pressure smoothed centiles on height in 6.5-11.5 elementary school chi.. Read More
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Lifestyle Modification with Diet and Exercise in Obese Patients with Heart Failure - A Pilot Study
Objective: There is a paucity of data regarding intentional weight loss in obese heart failure patients. This study sought to ascertain the safety and effectiveness of a lifestyle modification program in patients with systolic heart failure and metabolic syndrome. Methods: Patients (n=20) with systolic heart failure (ejection .. Read More
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Reliability of a Multisensor Armband in Estimating Energy Expenditure According to Degree of Obesity
Resting energy expenditure (REE) represents the amount of calories required by the body to maintain vital body functions. One of the most commonly used methods for estimating REE is indirect calorimetry. Recent studies on different populations have validated a highly innovative instrument, the SenseWear&.. Read More
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Shame, Psychiatric Disorders and Health Promoting Life Style after Bariatric Surgery
Objective: Postoperative outcomes after bariatric surgery depend greatly on engagement in health promoting behaviour, including regular physical activity and healthy eating behaviour. Adherence to these guidelines varies among patients after bariatric surgery. The present study examined associations between shame, psychiatric di.. Read More
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Background:Given the relationship between chronic disease and poor nutritional habits, using strategies to address the crisis of poor health in the U.S. is necessary. We explored if overweight people wanting to lose weight could benefit from having the Immuno Bloodprint, a proprietary IgG-mediated food sensitivity test to determ.. Read More
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Small changes of hydration and Air Displacement Plethysmography
Background: Do current-life changes of hydration influence the assessment of small (~1kg) body composition changes by Air Displacement Plethysmography (ADP) ? Methods: In ten normal subjects, ADP measurements were performed before and after the ingestion of 1.055L of water, and then after miction. The analysis were conducted wi.. Read More
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Metabolic Syndrome among Obese Kuwaiti Adolescents (11-17 Years)
Aim of work: To detect features and the prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome(MS) in obese adolescents (11-17 years) attending School Health Screening Center in Farwaniah governorate in Kuwait. Research design and methods:A total 352 obese Kuwaiti adolescents attended the School Health Screening enter in Al-Farwaniah Governorate in .. Read More
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Background:The frequencies of the overweight and the obesity are in increase at the children in the world, what led the World Health Organization (WHO) to speak about real epidemic. The situation of Algeria is badly known until now. The main objective of the study was to esteem the distribution, in a population of children and t.. Read More
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A Preliminary Investigation of a Health and Wellness Program for Overweight and Obese Adolescents
Background:Obesity in adolescents has been difficult to treat. Preliminary evidence has demonstrated the effectiveness of residential treatment programs in producing weight loss, although the optimal method for this type of program is unknown. Method: Five students, (13-17 years old) participated in a residential health and wel.. Read More
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