Heart disease risk in overweight children
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Heart disease risk in overweight children
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Most Recently Shared on December 3, 2010 at 2:42 pm By:
Heart disease risk in overweight children http://retwt.me/1PYXz (via @BupaHealth)
5 graphs and 4 photos tell the story on obesity, diabetes & walking | Kaid Benfield's Blog | Switchboard, from NRDC
switchboard.nrdc.org — “Perhaps the single most alarming public health trend in the United States today is the dramatic rise in overweight and obesity, bringing serious risks of heart disease, diabetes and other consequences leading to life impairment and premature death. This...” View full resource at switchboard.nrdc.org
Most Recently Shared on March 28, 2012 at 5:43 pm By:
5 graphs and 4 photos tell the story on obesity, diabetes & walking from @NRDC's blog: http://t.co/n3wZZ43c
'Yo-yo dieting' may trump genetics' role in weight control | The Clarion-Ledger | clarionledger.com
clarionledger.com — “Our genes determine the color of our hair, our height and all of our physical features. Genetics also play a role in our risk for diseases like heart disease and diabetes. Many people blame genes for the tendency to become overweight.” View full resource at clarionledger.com
Most Recently Shared on March 28, 2012 at 3:31 am By:
'Yo-yo dieting' may trump genetics' role in weight control http://t.co/eb0Wki92
Excluded from WHO targets, children at risk of being forgotten in global NCD agenda
news-medical.net — “Guardian health editor Sarah Boseley examines why children have been excluded from WHO targets on non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in this post in her "Global Health Blog," writing, "Children die from cancer, heart disease and other NCDs but they are in danger of being forgotten as global targets for action are drawn up, say health groups."” View full resource at news-medical.net
Most Recently Shared on March 21, 2012 at 9:21 am By:
Excluded from WHO targets, children at risk of being forgotten in global NCD agenda: Guardian health editor Sara... http://t.co/C1vIOjt7
Managing the Morbidity Associated with Respiratory Viral Infections in Children with Congenital Heart Disease
hindawi.com — “Children with congenital heart disease (CHD) are at risk for increased morbidity from viral lower respiratory tract infections because of anatomical cardiac lesions than can worsen an already compromised respiratory status. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) remains an important pathogen in contributing toward the morbidity in this population. Although the acute treatment of RSV largely remains supportive, the development of monoclonal antibodies, such as palivuzumab, has reduced the RSV-related ” View full resource at hindawi.com
Most Recently Shared on February 29, 2012 at 2:50 pm By:
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Managing the Morbidity Associated with Respiratory Viral Infections in Children with Congenital Heart Disease: C... http://t.co/xLlxScWK
Are you at greater risk of heart disease if you're overweight?
texasheart.org — “Are you at greater risk of heart disease if you're overweight? Learn the answer at the Texas Heart Institute.” View full resource at texasheart.org
Most Recently Shared on February 21, 2012 at 8:11 pm By:
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Being overweight, obese is major risk factor 4 #HeartDisease. See if you're at risk w/ our online tools. http://t.co/XTac86hU #HeartMonth
Tossing and Turning? How Disrupted Sleep Affects Your Memory | Healthland | TIME.com
healthland.time.com — “People who have trouble sleeping may be at greater risk for a variety of health problems, including being overweight and developing diabetes, heart disease or depression. Now add to the list memory problems. Researchers at Washington University in St.” View full resource at healthland.time.com
Most Recently Shared on February 16, 2012 at 2:14 pm By:
Think other things are more important than getting a good night's sleep? Study shows sleep might prevent Alzheimer's. http://t.co/moVtbZgZ
Even for the Overweight, Exercise Helps the Heart - Heart Health Center - Everyday Health
everydayhealth.com — “Study finds changes in physical fitness affect disease risk at any weight.” View full resource at everydayhealth.com
Most Recently Shared on February 8, 2012 at 6:00 pm By:
Even for the overweight, exercise helps the #heart @everydayhealth http://t.co/cyMX2A0K
Healthy Weights in children - Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada
heartandstroke.com — “As a parent, you want your children to be the healthiest they can be. Helping your children be physically active and eat nutritious food are foremost in your mind. The Heart and Stroke Foundation, a volunteer-based health charity, leads in eliminating heart disease and stroke and reducing their impact through the advancement of research and its application, the promotion of healthy living and advocacy.” View full resource at heartandstroke.com
Most Recently Shared on January 22, 2012 at 6:53 pm By:
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Did you know? 1 in 4 children and youth is overweight or obese. Get the facts: http://t.co/qAp2vgcr #MakeDeathWait
MedWire News - Lipidology - Childhood obesity not always risk factor for metabolic disease in adulthood
medwire-news.md — “MedWire News The authors of a systematic review caution that focusing only on children who are overweight or obese for the promotion of healthy weight management may miss an important at-risk group. MedWire News” View full resource at medwire-news.md
Most Recently Shared on January 12, 2012 at 3:26 pm By:
Childhood obesity not always risk factor for metabolic disease in adulthood http://t.co/n2kiyLdl #obesity #pediatrics
Screening children for high cholesterol is a bad idea. - Slate Magazine
slate.com — “From the time they exit the womb, American children are tested. It begins with the neonatal heel prick, which draws blood to test for phenylketonuria, cystic fibrosis, and an array of other conditions. The testing continues as the child grows: hearing tests, blood lead levels, scoliosis. Now the list will...” View full resource at slate.com
Most Recently Shared on January 5, 2012 at 4:14 pm By:
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Kiddie Cholesterol: A dangerous new plan to screen 11-year-olds for their risk of heart disease. http://t.co/chfsP86j
America's Heart Health Needs Improvement
medicalnewstoday.com — “America's heart and blood vessel health is far from ideal, according to data in the American Heart Association's Heart Disease and Stroke Statistical Update 2012, published in Circulation: Jo” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com
Most Recently Shared on December 19, 2011 at 8:05 am By:
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America's Heart Health Needs Improvement http://t.co/UIyZQRyw #cardiovascular
In overweight kids, heart risks can start as young as 3, UM study says - Florida - MiamiHerald.com
miamiherald.com — “Overweight children as young as 3 can show dangerous cholesterol and artery inflammation levels that are precursors to heart problems, a UM study says.” View full resource at miamiherald.com
Most Recently Shared on December 8, 2011 at 6:10 pm By:
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In overweight kids, heart risks can start as young as 3, UM study says http://t.co/FMhL0yi8
High Cholesterol Overview - Information, Causes, Symptoms, Treatments
healthline.com — “Learn high cholesterol information, causes, symptoms and treatments.” View full resource at healthline.com
Most Recently Shared on December 6, 2011 at 8:35 pm By:
High cholesterol is a lipid disorder that can significantly raise the risk of heart disease. http://t.co/QqlcZax3
Chromium Improves Insulin Sensitivity & Lowers Body Fat in Overweight Children | Weight Loss News
wellnessresources.com — “As children gain weight they stress insulin function in their bodies which leads to further complications and tends to lock in weight gain as well as a path towards increased disease risk at an early age. A new study in children ages 9-12 has shown that 400 mcg of chromium per day over a 6 week intervention was able to improve insulin function and lower their percentage of body fat – helping to move them in the right metabolic direction” View full resource at wellnessresources.com
Most Recently Shared on December 5, 2011 at 8:17 pm By:
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Naturally improve insulin function! Helpful nutrient for both children and adults. http://t.co/usvDLXCm
Arsenic in Apple Juice: A New Report Suggests Widespread Exposure – TIME Healthland
healthland.time.com — “Common brands of apple juice and grape juice, which American children swig by the gallons, may have levels of arsenic that are high enough to increase the risk of chronic illnesses like cancer, diabetes and heart disease over time, according to a new Consumer Reports (CR) investigation.” View full resource at healthland.time.com
Most Recently Shared on November 30, 2011 at 8:41 pm By:
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