Articles for Tag: "BMI"

Knee surgeries linked to obesity  Featured
Knee surgeries linked to obesity
A recent study makes the connection between increasing amount of knee replacements and rising obesity in the U.S.
Parents rank their obese children as ‘very healthy’ 
Parents rank their obese children as ‘very healthy’
Are mom and dad clued in to their kids’ health? A new study says many are not.
What’s to blame for expanding waistlines? 
What’s to blame for expanding waistlines?
A new study sheds light on the factors behind rising obesity rates in the United States.
Keys to a healthy nap 
Keys to a healthy nap
Whether our large lattes or mobile technology is to blame, Americans need sleep now more than ever.
Can a simple blood test predict obesity in children? 
Can a simple blood test predict obesity in children?
Reading DNA codes may prove useful in knowing if a child will become overweight.
Kids’ BMI rises with price of fruits and veggies 
Kids’ BMI rises with price of fruits and veggies
A new study finds that kids tend to gain weight when parents opt for cheaper, higher calorie foods when the cost of healthy choices increases.
3 risk factors for childhood obesity 
3 risk factors for childhood obesity
A new study identifies how parents can reduce these risks by setting a better example and introducing healthy habits.