Reuters - Among children who undergo removal of their adenoids and tonsils to correct breathing problems when they’re sleeping, obesity does not necessarily predict an unfavorable outcome, researchers from Greece report.
HealthDay - MONDAY, Dec. 15 (HealthDay News) — Certain people just may be
destined to be obese, based on the discovery of six additional genetic
variants tied to people with higher body mass index, a new study says.
HealthDay - MONDAY, Dec. 15 (HealthDay News) — People with psoriasis have
higher levels of the obesity-related hormone leptin than those without
psoriasis, new research shows.
Reuters - At least six new gene mutations linked to obesity that point to ways the brain and nervous system control eating and metabolism have been identified, researchers reported Sunday.
Reuters - Researchers have identified at least six new gene mutations linked to obesity and said on Sunday they point to ways the brain and nervous system control eating and metabolism.
HealthDay - SUNDAY, Dec. 14 (HealthDay News) — Recent studies showing that
gastric bypass surgery extends the lives of obese patients is forcing
surgeons to make tough decisions about who should go under the knife and
who shouldn’t.