Obesity
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Mobile devices ‘addictive by design’: Obesity is one of many health effects
Patients need help with compulsive use of wireless devices, which leads to weight gain and other health risks.
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FDA approves Qsymia for treating teens with obesity
The drug is the fourth to be approved for treating obesity in youth.
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Obesity linked to smaller testes and possible infertility
If other studies confirm these results, pediatricians should begin routinely assessing testicular volume at all visits as is now done with height...
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Low-protein Nordic diet promotes healthy eating in infants
Infants who tried fruits, berries, and root vegetables early were more likely to consume fruits and vegetables at 18 months.
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Pediatric obesity disparities widen
Lower levels of household income and education in the United States are associated with higher rates of adolescent obesity.
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FDA approves setmelanotide for obesity in Bardet-Biedl syndrome
The FDA cleared setmelanotide (Imcivree) for people age 6 and older with obesity due to a rare genetic disorder.
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Ultra-processed: Doctors debate whether putting this label on foods is useful
Some experts say increased awareness and labeling of ultra-processed foods can only be a good thing. Others say that the classification system...
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Center-based childcare associated with healthier body weight
“Attending center-based childcare in early childhood may influence important health behaviors,” says author of new research.
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Finding ‘bright lights’: Why family physician continues to love practicing mid-career
“Seeing opportunities to practice preventative medicine in family medicine made me realize the specialty was the perfect fit for me.”
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Fewer than half of preschool care programs meet activity guidelines
In a national study of child care centers and Head Start programs, only 43% met guidelines for both minutes of play and outdoor opportunities....
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One in four obese teens don’t know they’re obese
Two-thirds of adolescents living with obesity feel it is their sole responsibility to deal with their excess weight.