Tag Archives: Obesity

Depression, obesity, chronic pain could be treated by targeting the same key protein

Major depression, obesity and chronic pain are all linked to the effects of one protein, called “FK506-binding protein 51,” or FKBP51. Until now, efforts to inhibit this target have been hampered by the difficulty of finding something specific enough to do the job and not affect similar proteins. Now a research group has developed a… Read More »

Flaxseed fiber could help reduce obesity

Flaxseed has many culinary uses, most commonly in granola and smoothies. It is a popular add-on in foods because research has suggested that it has many health benefits, including improving cholesterol. Now, a new study in an animal model shows how flaxseed can impact obesity markers. How can flaxseed improve health and guard against obesity?… Read More »

7 amazing way to deal with obesity

Modernization has made our life very comfortable. People now choose to ride or drive instead of walking if they want to go to the market even to run small errands, Same ways kids prefer to play games on their I pads and smart phones instead of going to the playground to play basketball or baseball.… Read More »

Obesity and the Flu

It has been known for some time that obese people are at increased symptoms for more severe symptoms and complications if they get the flu. Now it has been reported that obese people are also likely  to remain sick and infectious long than those who are not obese.   This is another reason for you,… Read More »

Grog tax best way to tackle Aust obesity

A tax on alcohol is the most cost-effective way to tackle worrying rates of obesity in Australia, researchers at a Victorian university say. Analysis by health economists at Deakin University found a levy based on alcoholic content, of 84 cents per standard drink, could help reduce consumption and lead to significant health benefits. Taxing sugary… Read More »