Researchers identified key strategies to enhance total knee replacement outcomes for patients with obesity, including managing chronic conditions and nutritional deficiencies. Excess soft tissue during surgery can obstruct visibility, leading to difficulty achieving proper alignment and implant fixation.
SourceAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons·JournalJournal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons·DateMar 1, 2017
Research published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology found that physical activity is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease regardless of age. For middle-aged and elderly people, the benefits of physical activity may outweigh the impact of overweight and obesity on cardiovascular disease.
SourceEuropean Society of Cardiology·JournalEuropean Journal of Preventive Cardiology·DateMar 1, 2017
A recent study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology suggests that increased physical activity and lower body mass index (BMI) are associated with a reduced risk of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), a subtype of heart failure. The research, which pooled data from three cohort studies invol...
SourceAmerican College of Cardiology·JournalJournal of the American College of Cardiology·DateFeb 27, 2017
A large multiethnic study found that being underweight increases early death risk among postmenopausal women. Higher waist circumference, but not excess weight, is associated with premature mortality, highlighting the dangers of abdominal fat.
SourceWiley·JournalJournal of the American Geriatrics Society·DateFeb 23, 2017
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A study from Sahlgrenska Academy reveals a clear reduction in mean BMI and the frequency of childhood overweight and obesity among 8-year-old boys. The percentage of boys suffering from overweight or obesity decreased to its lowest levels since the early 1990s, with significant declines in both weight and obesity percentages.
SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalInternational Journal of Obesity·DateFeb 22, 2017
A new study by the University of Sussex found that around 35-40% of a child's BMI is inherited from their parents. The intergenerational transmission of BMI is approximately constant across countries, suggesting that genetics and family environment are key factors in obesity.
SourceUniversity of Sussex·JournalEconomics & Human Biology·DateFeb 20, 2017
A long-term study found gastric band surgery improved patients' chances of diabetes remission, reduced medication needs and enhanced quality of life. The study also showed significant weight loss and low adverse events.
SourceMonash University·JournalDiabetes Care·DateFeb 19, 2017
Research finds genetic predisposition to higher waist-to-hip ratio associated with increased risk of type 2 diabetes and coronary heart disease. The study suggests that body fat distribution beyond BMI measurement may explain part of the variation in cardiometabolic disease risk.
A new study found that poor thigh muscle strength increases the risk of knee osteoarthritis in women, but not men. The sex-specific relationship between muscle strength and BMI suggests distinct treatment approaches may be needed for women.
SourceWiley·JournalArthritis Care & Research·DateFeb 8, 2017
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A study published in Childhood Obesity found that parents who received educational material along with BMI screening results were more likely to express a desire to change at least one obesity-related risk factor. This suggests that parental education can improve the acceptance and utility of BMI screening in school-age children.
SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalChildhood Obesity·DateFeb 8, 2017
A new study found that people with higher BMIs are less likely to receive hospice care, die at home, or receive high-quality end-of-life care. Those who did use hospice services spent fewer days in hospice due to differences in home hospice usage.
SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·DateFeb 6, 2017
A long-term study of 4811 London-based office workers found no association between sitting and developing type 2 diabetes. The researchers suggest that the risks are linked to TV time and poor diet, rather than sitting itself.
SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalBritish Journal of Sports Medicine·DateFeb 5, 2017
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A new study by the National Institutes of Health found that couples with obesity take from 55-59% longer to conceive compared to their non-obese counterparts. The researchers calculated body mass index and found a significant decrease in fertility chances among obese individuals.
SourceNIH/Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development·JournalHuman Reproduction·DateFeb 3, 2017
The Endocrine Society has issued a new clinical practice guideline for pediatric obesity, emphasizing the importance of family-centered lifestyle modifications. The guideline provides recommendations for assessing, treating, and preventing childhood obesity, including genetic testing for rare causes.
SourceThe Endocrine Society·JournalThe Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism·DateJan 31, 2017
A new study published in PLOS Medicine found no long-term impact of maternal body mass index (BMI) on a child's risk of fatness in childhood and adolescence. The research used genetic information on 6,057 mother-offspring pairs to explore the causal effect of maternal pregnancy adiposity on future offspring adiposity.
Researchers at the Center for BrainHealth found a strong link between impulsive personality and high body mass index (BMI). Individuals with an impulsive personality were more likely to exhibit altered neural function, which may contribute to weight gain. The study suggests that addressing impulsive personality traits could be key to d...
SourceCenter for BrainHealth·JournalObesity·DateJan 24, 2017
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A large study from Boston Children's Hospital found that epigenetic modifications to DNA, specifically DNA methylation, are linked to an increased risk of obesity-related health problems. The researchers identified 83 sites in the genome where methylation changes were associated with differences in energy balance and lipid metabolism.
SourceBoston Children's Hospital·JournalPLOS Medicine·DateJan 17, 2017
A study found that older adults with obesity receive only one-third the benefit from memory training compared to those with normal weights. Researchers investigated the effects of cognitive training on memory, reasoning, and speed processing in 2,800 participants aged 74.
A study published in PLOS Medicine found that lower socioeconomic position is associated with higher adult body mass index (BMI) across generations. The association increased with age and was stronger in women than men, highlighting the need for early interventions to reduce BMI inequalities.
A new study found that Medicaid expansion is associated with increased insurance coverage and improvements in asthma treatment, BMI screening, pap testing, and blood pressure control. Care quality also improved on seven measures, including care for asthma, pap testing, and hypertension, particularly among Hispanics.
SourceBrown University·JournalHealth Affairs·DateJan 9, 2017
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Severely obese teenagers who undergo gastric bypass surgery experience significant weight loss and improved health outcomes, including reduced diabetes and high cholesterol risks. However, some patients may need additional surgery or develop vitamin deficiencies, highlighting the importance of long-term follow-up and support.
SourceThe Lancet·JournalThe Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology·DateJan 5, 2017
A large-scale international study has identified epigenetic changes in DNA methylation at nearly 200 genomic loci associated with being overweight. The study found significant changes in the expression of inflammatory genes and potential epigenetic markers for type 2 diabetes risk.
SourceHelmholtz Munich (Helmholtz Zentrum München Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH))·JournalNature·DateDec 22, 2016
Research published in Thorax found a significant association between high dietary processed meat intake and worsening asthma symptoms. Participants who consumed four or more weekly servings of cured meats experienced the greatest worsening of symptoms.
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A study of Israeli adolescents found that higher BMI in late adolescence and long-term cumulative burden of BMI predict poorer cognitive function later in life. Taller stature was associated with better global cognitive function, independent of socioeconomic position.
SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·DateDec 8, 2016
A study found that higher body mass index (BMI) and fat mass are significant markers of risk for stress- and urgency urinary incontinence (SUI and UUI) in older women. Women who lost at least 5% of their BMI or fat mass were less likely to experience new or persistent SUI over a three-year period.
SourceWiley·JournalJournal of the American Geriatrics Society·DateDec 6, 2016
A study published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons has identified obesity-induced lymphedema as the cause of massive localized lymphedema. A new probability scale can help physicians identify patients at greatest risk for this condition, recommending weight loss as the preferred initial treatment.
SourceAmerican College of Surgeons·JournalJournal of the American College of Surgeons·DateNov 30, 2016
A study of English schoolchildren found that the London 2012 Olympics inspired many to try new sports and activities, but levels of physical fitness worsened. Despite positive associations with increased activity and lower BMI among some participants, overall cardiorespiratory fitness declined significantly after the event.
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Researchers found that fat-free mass index, but not body mass index, was a significant predictor of survival in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Lower fat-free mass index was linked to worse survival over an average follow-up of 2.3 years.
A study of over 60,000 births in South Australia found that women conceived in winter are more likely to develop gestational diabetes during pregnancy. This seasonal variation has implications for both child and mother health.
SourceUniversity of Adelaide·JournalBMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care·DateNov 15, 2016
Researchers used brain-machine interface training to investigate phantom limb pain and found that changes in cortical plasticity, rather than motor function, are key to reducing pain. This approach shows promise for treating chronic pain conditions, including phantom limb pain and residual surgery pain.
SourceOsaka University·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 15, 2016
A new study published in Pediatrics found that children who skip breakfast and have irregular sleep patterns are more likely to become overweight or obese. The research, based on data from over 19,000 UK children, highlights the importance of early life factors such as smoking in pregnancy and disrupted routines in predicting weight gain.
SourceUniversity College London·JournalPEDIATRICS·DateNov 11, 2016
High physical fitness increases ALS risk before age 45, while individuals with high IQs have increased risk at 56+ years. Individuals with lower BMI (25+) show reduced risk across all ages.
SourceWiley·JournalEuropean Journal of Neurology·DateNov 7, 2016
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A new study finds that overweight and obesity rates among young children increase significantly during summer vacations, not during the school year. The study, which analyzed data from over 18,000 children, suggests that major risk factors for child obesity lie outside of schools.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalObesity·DateNov 2, 2016
Reducing exposure to environmental synthetic chemicals by 25% could ward off over 150,000 new cases of diabetes in Europe and save €4.5 billion every year. A 40% reduction in BMI would lead to a 40% decrease in diabetes prevalence among 70-75 year olds.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalJournal of Epidemiology and Community Health·DateOct 26, 2016
A study found that mothers with higher BMI before pregnancy have shorter telomeres in their newborns, indicating a link between maternal weight and biological age. This association may increase the risk of chronic diseases in adulthood.
SourceBMC (BioMed Central)·JournalBMC Medicine·DateOct 17, 2016
Professional baseball players have seen a significant increase in weight and obesity over the last quarter century. The majority of athletes were within the normal BMI range for over 100 years, but around 1991, their average BMI began to rise, with nearly 80% now falling into the overweight or obese category.
SourcePenn State·JournalObesity Research & Clinical Practice·DateOct 5, 2016
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Research reveals that even marginal increases in weight negatively impact female job prospects in service sector jobs. Workplace discrimination against those of 'normal' weight is not new, but women face greater bias, highlighting unrealistic societal expectations and practical implications for employers.
SourceUniversity of Strathclyde·JournalPLOS ONE·DateSep 8, 2016
A study published in Neurology found that excess weight in women increases the risk of ischemic stroke, while decreasing the risk of hemorrhagic stroke. The research followed over 1.3 million women for 12 years, revealing a significant association between body mass index and stroke subtype.
SourceAmerican Academy of Neurology·JournalNeurology·DateSep 7, 2016
Overweight women and underweight boys are at higher risk of asthma hospital admissions in early adulthood. The study analyzed data from over 300,000 schoolchildren and found a significant link between childhood BMI and adult asthma admissions.
A longitudinal study of extreme preemies born between 1977 and 1982 found that they are four times more likely to develop dysglycemia than normal birth weight peers. By their early 30s, 26% of ELBW babies have abnormal blood glucose levels.
SourceMcMaster University·JournalPEDIATRICS·DateSep 2, 2016
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A study published in American Journal of Public Health found that using stand-biased desks in classrooms for two consecutive years reduced the BMI percentile of children by 5.24%. The study, conducted over a two-year period, involved 193 third- and fourth-grade students at three Texas elementary schools.
SourceUniversity of Louisville·JournalAmerican Journal of Public Health·DateAug 30, 2016
A randomized controlled trial in Brazil found that a school intervention costing less than 20 cents per child stopped unhealthy weight gain and increased fruit consumption. The intervention promoted physical activity, healthy eating habits, and reduced BMI in children.
A global study involving 10.6 million people contradicts a previous finding that being overweight increases longevity, stating that it is instead linked to a higher risk of premature death from coronary heart disease, stroke and respiratory disease. The study's findings have important clinical and public health implications.
SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalThe Lancet·DateAug 26, 2016
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A Kaiser Permanente study found an increased risk of becoming overweight or obese among normal-weight 18-year-olds living in neighborhoods with lower education or income levels. Over four years, 25% of these young adults became overweight or obese.
SourceKaiser Permanente·JournalPediatric Obesity·DateAug 25, 2016
A clinical trial found metformin to be effective in reducing weight gain associated with atypical antipsychotics in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder. The study, published in JAMA Psychiatry, suggests that metformin may offer a potential treatment option to mitigate the risks of diabetes linked to weight gain.
A study published in the American Journal of Public Health found that stand-biased desks can lower BMI in elementary school children, with a three percent drop on average. The intervention was shown to be effective across demographic groups, regardless of age, gender, or race.
SourceTexas A&M University Health Science Center·JournalAmerican Journal of Public Health·DateAug 23, 2016
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A UCLA study found that a healthy diet, regular physical activity, and normal body mass index can lower plaque and tangle levels in the brain. Lifestyle factors such as a Mediterranean diet were shown to directly influence abnormal proteins in people with subtle memory loss.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles·JournalAmerican Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry·DateAug 16, 2016
A new study reveals that China is facing a significant increase in cardiovascular disease cases due to factors such as high blood pressure, obesity, and an increasingly sedentary lifestyle. The study found that these risk factors are associated with a substantial burden of heart attacks and strokes in the Chinese population.
SourceHarvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health·JournalJournal of the American College of Cardiology·DateAug 15, 2016
A study of monozygotic Swedish twins found that higher BMI was associated with increased risk of diabetes, but not heart attack or death. The results suggest that interventions promoting weight loss may be more effective in reducing diabetes risk than cardiovascular disease and mortality.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Internal Medicine·DateAug 4, 2016
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A study found an association between lower body mass index and greater deposits of Alzheimer's-associated protein beta-amyloid in the brains of older individuals, particularly those carrying the APOE4 gene variant. This may indicate that being underweight late in life increases the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
A study of 4,046 genetically identical twin pairs found that higher Body Mass Index (BMI) is associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes but not heart attack or mortality. The research, published in JAMA Internal Medicine, suggests lifestyle changes may be less effective against cardiovascular risks than previously thought.
SourceUmea University·JournalJAMA Internal Medicine·DateAug 1, 2016
A study of Swedish twins found no association between higher BMI and increased heart attack risk, but a greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The results suggest that interventions targeting weight loss may be more effective in reducing diabetes risk than cardiovascular disease risk.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Internal Medicine·DateAug 1, 2016
The study found that genetic signatures predict education, height, BMI, and heart disease more strongly today than in the past. The role of genes decreased for education but increased for BMI and heart disease due to environmental factors.
SourcePrinceton University·JournalScientific Reports·DateJul 26, 2016
A large study of nearly 21,000 people in Jilin Province found that being overweight or obese was associated with regular meat consumption, having ever been married, and getting less than 7 hours of sleep per night. The prevalence of obesity and overweight was higher among older adults, particularly those aged 55-64 and 65-79.
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A recent study identified a genetic variant associated with higher BMI levels and increased efficiency of fat storage among Samoans. This 'thrifty' variant, found on chromosome 5, is linked to the islands' high obesity rates and may have evolved as an adaptation to food scarcity in ancient times.
SourceBrown University·JournalNature Genetics·DateJul 25, 2016
A new study from Duke University found that infants born to obese mothers were 8% larger during the first two years of life compared to those born to healthy-weight mothers. The study also showed a link between maternal weight gain during pregnancy and infant size.
SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalChildhood Obesity·DateJul 19, 2016
A study of 3.9 million adults found that obesity is associated with an increased risk of premature death, with the greatest effect in men. The risks of coronary heart disease, stroke, respiratory disease, and cancer are all increased, resulting in a three-fold greater excess risk of premature death among men compared to women.
A study of 3,302 women transitioning through menopause found associations between VMS patterns and demographic, reproductive hormone, and psychosocial factors. Women with early onset VMS were more likely to have elevated depressive symptoms and poorer health.
SourceThe Menopause Society·JournalMenopause·DateJul 13, 2016
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A large international study found that being overweight or obese significantly increases the risk of dying prematurely, with a BMI of 40.0-<60.0 kg/m2 associated with nearly three-fold risk.
SourceHarvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health·JournalThe Lancet·DateJul 13, 2016
A new study from Tufts University researchers shows that the average weight of offensive linemen in Division III college football conferences has increased nearly 38 percent since 1956. The study highlights the need for post-football lifestyle changes to prevent long-term health complications and emphasizes the importance of helping at...
SourceTufts University, Health Sciences Campus·JournalJournal of Athletic Training·DateJul 12, 2016