Articles Tagged with ''obesity''

The CDC believes that, as of 2010, almost 80 million American adults aged 20 or older could be considered as pre-diabetic. And, in a CDC report released just six weeks ago, only 11% of the Americans who are at risk for diabetes are aware they are at risk.

The study highlights the need to find new ways to reduce the effect of portion size on overeating.

A couple of months ago, the courts ruled against the esteemed Mayor Bloomberg of New York in re: the ban against the sale of soft drinks larger than 16oz. This ignited some interesting debates within the nutrition communication industry (and don’t kid yourself—it is an industry).

This commitment follows a $5 million seed funding grant received in 2012.

Researchers have found the level of education of parents has an influence on the frequency with which their children eat foods which are linked to obesity.

The move comes as numerous beverage companies look to new sweetening options.

Foods and beverages represent the largest share of sales, at almost 80%.

Increasing or decreasing intake of sugar is associated with changes in body weight.

Quitting a fatty or sugary habit can cause depression and withdrawal symptoms.