Childhood obesity: the physical cost
The obesity epidemic in our country is getting worse. Up to 21% of children ages 9 to 18 are overweight or obese, according to a 2012 study reported by the CDC. 70% showed risk factors for heart disease. That is not the only problem they face. Physical toll: Children are now dealing with the same…
Coming soon: obesity will overtake smoking as the leading cause of cancer
Cancer is a terrifying disease that affects millions of people around the world. Some are lucky enough to survive the ordeal, and others not so much. In the integrative medicine community, naturopathic oncology is believed to be very beneficial in treating and preventing all types of cancer. This is important to know because of the…
The link between video games and obesity
I’m sure by now you know that video games are some of the most popular activities for kids. In fact, not only children, but also adults of all ages play these games. However, what you may not know is the fact that there is a definite link between video games and obesity. What are some…
Increased medical bills due to obesity
Obesity is truly a national dilemma; it has an effect on the entire nation, not just on overweight people. Professionals claim that if Americans continue to gain weight, obesity will cause the United States to pay approximately $ 344 BILLION in healthcare-related expenses by 2018. This price would actually be 21% of all spending on…
General treatment rule for obesity
1994 is a memorable year for the obese. During the year leptin it was discovered. With this discovery, information about appetite, food intake, the type of storage of adipose tissues, hormonal mechanisms, the development of insulin resistance, etc. came to light. This wealth of information has made obesity treatment easier. The knowledge gained from dealing…
Loss of Penis Sensitivity: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment: How to Restore Penis Sensitivity
Decreased penis sensitivity is not that uncommon and can be caused by a number of different circumstances, including trauma, medication, sexual anhedonia, and / or other contributing health factors. Trauma– The penis is made up of a network of veins and nerve endings that, if damaged, can reduce a person’s sensitivity. One of the many…
Minerals and hormonal balance: what women need
It’s no secret that minerals are necessary for all bodily processes, but did you know that hormonal imbalances can also be attributed to mineral imbalances? That’s right, essential nutrients affect the functioning of our hormones and that can have a huge impact on life in general. Hormonal imbalances can cause weight gain, decreased sex drive,…
The Future of Colon Cancer Diagnosis and Treatments
The colon is considered one of the most important parts of our digestive system. When malignant tissue in the colon grows, colon cancer occurs. The digestive system is greatly affected by it. It is the most harmful cancer of all. This disease is mainly due to incorrect eating habits. Diets rich in fiber such as…
Obesity: definition, causes and treatment
Obesity is defined as an abnormal amount of fat in the body. The term is generally not implied unless the individual is between 20% and 30% above the average weight for their own age, sex, and height. The cause of obesity is not well known, but studies have shown that it is the direct result…
Treatment of obesity: weight loss and bariatric surgery
Bariatric surgery includes a type of procedure that is performed on people who are obese. Weight loss is achieved by reducing the size of the stomach with a gastric band or by removing a portion of the stomach (sleeve gastrectomy or biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch) or by resecting and redirecting the small intestine to…