Obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHS), also called Pickwickian syndrome, is a breathing disorder that affects some children and adults who suffer from obesity. The disorder can make it difficult to breathe, which can cause low oxygen levels and high carbon dioxide levels in the blood. Left untreated, OHS can be life-threatening, as it can lead to…
Obesity is a serious health concern that’s associated with a number of chronic conditions, but it’s also one of the most common causes of back pain. In addition, being obese can also contribute to symptoms associated with osteoporosis, degenerative disc disease, osteoarthritis, spinal stenosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and spondylolisthesis. How Does Excess Weight Affect the Spine?…
Holiday weight gain is a valid concern for many adults; in fact, it’s not uncommon for many people to gain around 1-2 lbs. between mid-November and mid-January. On average, a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixings contains as much as 3,000 and 229 grams of fat per serving—more calories and fat than adults should…
As people age, it’s not uncommon to develop fat in the abdominal region; this is often due (in part) to the act that muscle mass tends to decrease with age as body fat increases. Although belly fat can affect self-esteem or the ability to fit into your favorite clothes, studies have shown that it has…
Many diets and eating plans focus on what to eat, but intermittent fasting (also called time-restricted eating or TRE) is an eating plan that focuses on when you eat. With intermittent fasting, you only eat within a specific timeframe. Research has shown that intermittent fasting isn’t only helpful for weight loss, but that it can…
Obesity has become a worldwide health epidemic that’s as costly as it is deadly. In the United States alone, obesity is the cause of approximately 300,000 deaths per year. Besides increased mortality rates, obesity also raises the risk of developing chronic diseases, like type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, coronary heart disease, cancer, and many more—including…
Losing belly fat is a common weight loss goal many people share. However, belly fat can be difficult to get rid of. While everyone has some fat on their abdomen, excessive belly fat is a serious health concern that increases the risk of developing serious chronic health conditions. For this reason, losing belly fat has…
If you’ve ever over-indulged in sugary desserts or other unhealthy foods after a hard day at work, you’re certainly not alone. For many people, food is comfort, especially in times of stress. You may find yourself turning to food when experiencing difficult family problems, stressful days at work, or even because you’re feeling bored. Stress…
Fats have often gotten a bad rap but as we learn more about their role in nutrition, it’s clear that not all fat is bad—in fact, some fats are necessary and beneficial to our health. We now know that good fats give us energy, build cells, and help to balance hormones. They can also help…
Millions of Americans suffer from depression. The National Institute of Mental Health estimates approximately 6.7 percent of the population have experienced at least one major depressive episode during any given year. Depression is often treated with pharmaceuticals, which can cause weight gain and other side effects. Mounting evidence suggests exercise may provide better benefits for…
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