In a study that reveals the extent to which weight prejudice can influence who people trust, Cornell researchers found that readers are less likely to believe health information that comes from bloggers who are overweight. People are more likely to trust information coming from thin bloggers – even if the information is exactly the same. …
People who undergo bariatric surgery tend to be more physically active and able to walk further in the first 12 months following the operation, according to a new study conducted by University of Leicester researchers. For this study, researchers examined how the procedure impacted physical activity after the operation. Patients in the study whose stomachs …
Parents of picky eaters may see their child’s behavior as just a phase, but new research suggests that mental health issues like depression and anxiety may be at the root of disordered eating habits. The study, conducted by researchers at the Duke Center for Eating Disorders, found that more than 20 percent of kids between …
A chemical typically found in food producing processes – Benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP) – can boost fat stores during pre-birth, according to a new study conducted by Texas A&M researchers. Animal stem cells were exposed to BBP during the study to identify any changes when compared to the control group. Cell lines exposed to BBP …
Eating off of a larger plate can cause you to consume more food, according to a new study from University of Cambridge researchers. According to study leader Dr. Gareth Hollands, the findings may seem obvious – but they point to the idea that overeating isn’t just a matter of self-control. “Helping people to avoid ‘overserving’ …
The use of plus-sized models in advertising could be linked to growing obesity rates, a new study reveals – highlighting complex issues that have to do with body image acceptance and the normalization of weight gain in modern culture. The study, conducted by researchers from Simon Fraser University’s Beedie School of Business, found that increased …
A study hosted by the Academy for Eating Disorders demonstrated positive results in reducing the potential vulnerabilities for eating disorders and promoting healthy body image, healthy dietary habits and weight management in young children through intervention with the parents. The Program The program is called “Confident Body, Confident Child, or CBCC and it’s designed for …
If finding a place to eat with healthy options is on your agenda, choose the restaurant that lists calories for its menu options – it’s more apt to have healthy foods than a restaurant that doesn’t list calories, a recent study reveals. Calorie labeling, which is required by the Affordable Care Act but won’t go …
The consumption of saturated fats at certain times of the day may “jet lag” internal body clocks and lead to diabetes and obesity, according to a new study conducted by Texas A&M University researchers. The body’s circadian clock keeps inflammation at bay and regulates the local timing of critical cellular processes that are important for …
Stepping on the scale each day may seem like a normal part of healthy weight control, but a new study suggests that this behavior could be hazardous for adolescents. Researchers from the University of Minnesota found that increases in self-weighing was linked to more concerns about weight, depression and decreased body satisfaction in young women. …
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