obesity articles Tag

Fructose is believed to be the leading cause of obesity worldwide.

more and consume more fat. What are the harmful effects of fructose on weight? According to a study published in October 2023 in the medical journal Obesity (link below), fructose completely disrupts our body by increasing hunger and preventing the burning of fats and calories ingested. The resear ...

25
Oct
2023

Banning junk food advertising reduces risk of obesity

n they are displayed on billboards in public places. However, when consumed in excess, these representatives of junk food promote diseases such as obesity and diabetes. To avoid encouraging consumers to eat them, British authorities decided to ban junk food advertising on London transport sinc ...

15
Sep
2022

Calculate Your BMI or Body Mass Index in 5 Questions

of a person's body weight. This index takes into account both the weight and height of the individual because weight alone is not enough to diagnose obesity, overweight, or excessive thinness. How to calculate your BMI? To calculate your body mass index, you need to divide your weight (in kg) by yo ...

28
Apr
2015

Health: Understanding Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or PCOS in 6 questions

h spaced out periods or no periods at all - male hair growth or hirsutism, such as moustache and hair on the chin and chest - overweight or obesity - Ovulation disorders. The intensity of these symptoms varies greatly from woman to woman. It is also now known that this disease h ...

18
Nov
2021

Osteoarthritis: beware of preconceived ideas!

not all seniors suffer from osteoarthritis! Furthermore, some people begin to suffer from knee osteoarthritis as early as age 40. Due to increasing obesity in young people, doctors are even seeing cases of early-onset osteoarthritis at age 30. Therefore, it is completely false to claim that this ...

17
May
2023

Colon Cancer: 5 Things to Know About Colorectal Cancer Screening

changes in bowel habits, abdominal pain, or weight loss. The risk factors for this cancer are numerous: family history, age, smoking, overweight and obesity, alcohol consumption, and excessive intake of red meats and processed meats. Conversely, a diet high in fiber (whole grains, fruits, vegetabl ...

21
Mar
2013

Physical activity: 95% of French people do not move enough according to ANSES

reased risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. A sedentary lifestyle also increases the risk of developing hypertension and obesity. The health risk is even greater when several factors combine. In France, more than a third of adults combine a high level of sedentary beh ...

21
Feb
2022

Health: 5 signs that you are eating too much sugar

1- You are hungry mid-morning If you consistently get cravings around 10am when you've had breakfast before leaving for work, you may see this as one of the 5 signs you're eating too much sugar. When breakfast contains too many sugary products like fruit juice, industrial cereals, jam or spread ...

16
Feb
2023

General practitioner, dietician or nutritionist: which is the best doctor for losing weight?

rts coaches trained in APA are present in the sport-health centers, in the regional initiatives set up by the Regional Health Agency (ARS) and in the obesity management networks. A dietician to review your diet Even in the absence of a medical complication that warrants consulting a medical spec ...

06
Mar
2023

5 good reasons to practice cani-hiking with your dog

e health of your dog! By regularly practicing this activity with your pet, you help them maintain their weight and avoid problems such as overweight, obesity, or heart disease. 3- It's good for morale. In her best-selling book Dog Medicine published in 2017 by Belfond, author Julie Barton recounts h ...

21
Mar
2023

NAPSO therapy: a method of prevention and health.

olles. She has also created a dedicated training program that has been approved by a scientific council. As a hospital practitioner in child nutrition and adult obesity, she has trained over 6000 people in nutrition at EPM Nutrition, a school she founded 15 years ago. It is within this framework th ...

17
July
2023

The French Gut: a project to map the microbiota of the French.

ts composition is believed to reflect our overall health. Conversely, alteration of the gut flora could be the cause of numerous pathologies such as obesity, diabetes, Crohn's disease, and certain cancers. However, science has not yet uncovered all the secrets of this internal world and has not yet ...

18
Aug
2023

Covid-19 vaccination: in what cases should one get vaccinated?

veloping a severe form, namely: • individuals aged 65 and older, even if they are in good health. • individuals with comorbidities such as diabetes, obesity, heart, lung, liver or kidney problems, cancer, and complicated high blood pressure. • immunocompromised individuals. • pregnant women ...

26
Sep
2023

Sports: What is the best exercise routine for the heart?

y, sex, and age, the onset of these pathologies is linked to many preventable risk factors, such as junk food, physical inactivity, and overweight or obesity. Practicing at least 30 minutes of physical activity per day can prevent numerous serious and common diseases affecting the heart and blood v ...

30
Jan
2024

Urgent Need to Urinate: Overactive Bladder in 5 Questions

sumption of fluids, especially coffee and alcohol. - Stress and anxiety. - Side effects of certain medications. - Pregnancy and menopause in women. - Obesity. - Smoking. - Urinary tract infections since cystitis can weaken the bladder. - Prostate enlargement in men after the age of 50. - The presenc ...

07
Mar
2024

The Meer Method: 5 Keys to Losing Weight Without Dieting

cises aimed at changing their eating behaviors. This method, which represents a real investment in time and money, is primarily aimed at people with obesity and/or those suffering from eating disorders. ...

11
Mar
2024