Monthly Archives: January 2012

No Evidence Of A Link Between Junk Food And Weight Gain In Schools

Obesity rates in schools have trebled in the  last four decades in the US.  Truly shocking statistics. However, a recent study published in Sociology In Education, authored by Jennifer Van Hook, a professor of Sociology and Demography, has found no evidence that … Continue reading

Is Fried Food Still Public Enemy No1?

A new, comprehensive study contradicts widespread common advice that fried food should be avoided in order to protect the heart. Professor Pilar Guallar-Castillon of the Autonomous University in Madrid and her team conducted the study. They took 40,757 adults, all of whom were … Continue reading

Will It Be Good Or Bad News If Doctor’s Go On Strike?

Will it be good or bad news if Doctor’s go on strike?   As Doctor’s here in the UK decide whether or not to strike over pensions, patients may be left feeling a little worried.   However, it would appear … Continue reading

Over 55′s Fitter Than 18-25′s

A recent survey conducted by Ipsos Mori discovered that the over 55′s are exercising on average 28 minutes more per week than the 18-25 age bracket. Around 1000 people were surveyed.  Some 29% said they would like to do more exercise but were prevented … Continue reading

Latest Research In Norway States Physical Activity Reduces Chronic Pain.

The Norwegians have found that if you are active for at least 30 minutes per week you will experience less chronic pain than those who are inactive. The study conducted by the Norwegian University of Science and Technology found a link between … Continue reading

Pierre Dukan Wants Students To Be Bribed With Extra Exam Points To Keep Their Weight Within Healthy BMI

Pierre Dukan from France is a high protein diet promoter and has a new book out this month. France has a real problem with rising obesity levels. In the past 4 decades the number of obese has risen from 500,000 … Continue reading

Should Overweight People Pay More For Their Airline Seat?

Should overweight people pay more for their airline seat? A recent poll revealed that 76% of people think that they should. Only 22 of the 550 surveyed thought that they should not have to pay for an extra seat due … Continue reading

A Positive Outlook Can Lead To Longer Life

A recent study has shown that a positive outlook and being happy could lead to a longer life. I don’t think we will find that information surprising. However, this had been quite a big study.  4000 people were studied over … Continue reading

600 Calorie a Day Diet Could Cure Type 2 Diabetes

A recent study by scientists in Newcastle found that people suffering from type 2 diabetes could be free of the disease by embarking on a 600 calorie a day diet.  After 8 weeks on the diet, patients showed remarkable improvements. … Continue reading

Most Catwalk Models Fit The BMI Criteria For Anorexia

Today, most catwalk models fit the BMI criteria for anorexia.  The fashion industry consistently markets itself for the skinny and must therefore alienate the vast majority. This seems to make very little sense in the current economic climate and the … Continue reading