Weight control and diet

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Biological and Medical Caus...
• Cultural and Emotional Caus...
• Risk Factors
• Complications
• Weight Loss and Maintenance...
• Weight Management
• Medications
• Other Treatments
• Resources
• References

• Cancer prevention guidelines from the American Cancer Society stress the importance of maintaining a healthy weight throughout life. A healthy weight is even more important than eating specific healthy foods, when it comes to cancer prevention.

• The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers not to buy a product known as the "Brazilian diet pill." This product is labeled as a dietary supplement, but contains several chemicals found in powerful prescription drugs. - 1 Comment
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Eating disorders

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Risk Factors
• Causes
• Complications of Bulimia...
• Complications of Anorexia...
• Symptoms
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Treatment for Bulimia
• Treatment for Anorexia
• Therapy
• Resources
• References

• Eating disorders typically occur among young women.
• Bulimia nervosa involves a pattern of bingeing and purging. Many people with bulimia nervosa also suffer from depression.
• Anorexia nervosa involves a pattern of self-starvation. Patients often have an accompanying anxiety disorder (such as obsessive compulsive disorder) or depression. - 1 Comment
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Diabetes - type 2

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Symptoms
• Screening Tests
• Treatment
• Lifestyle Changes
• Medications
• Long-Term Complications
• Emergency Complications
• Resources
• References

• Sitagliptin (Januvia), the first in a new class of diabetes drugs called DPP-4 inhibitors, was approved in 2006.
• Janumet, a 2-in-1 pill that contains both sitagliptin and metformin, was approved in 2007.
• These drugs are taken by mouth and may be more convenient for patients than exenatide (Byetta), a similar drug. DPP-4 inhibitors do not cause weight gain and may pose a lower risk for hypoglycemia than some other diabetes drugs.

Diabetes diet

• Highlights
• Introduction
• General Dietary Guidelines...
• Major Food Components
• Weight Control for Type 2 D...
• Heart-Healthy Diets
• Diabetic Exchange Lists
• Exercise
• Resources
• References

Obesity

• Signs and Symptoms
• What Causes It?
• Risk Factors
• Preventive Care
• What to Expect at Your Provider's Office
• Treatment Options
• Other Considerations
• Supporting Research

Exercise

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Recommended Exercise Method...
• Exercise's Effects on the H...
• Exercise's Effects on Diabe...
• Exercise's Effects on Bones...
• Exercise's Effects on the L...
• Exercise's Effects on Weigh...
• Exercise's Effects on Other...
• Complications
• Motivation
• Resources
• References

• A new study found that aerobic and resistance training significantly reduced fatigue in men undergoing radiation treatments for prostate cancer. Fatigue is a common side effect of such treatments.
• Doctors at the Mayo Clinic found that exercise improves the physical and emotional well-being of patients with Alzheimer's disease. The patients exercised for as little as 60 minutes each week. - 1 Comment
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Smoking

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Nicotine Addiction
• Health Risks
• Secondhand Smoke
• Smoking Bans
• Quitting Smoking
• Symptoms of Withdrawal
• Failure to Quit
• Lifestyle Changes
• Resources
• References

• Smoking may worsen knee osteoarthritis in men. A study published in the Annals of Rheumatic Disease found that male smokers have more pain and cartilage loss than men who do not smoke. Previous studies have not found such a link.
• Smoking greatly increases the risk of age-related macular degeneration. - 0 Comments
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Heart-healthy diet

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Dietary Changes
• Lifestyle Changes
• Resources
• References

• In 2006, the American Heart Association (AHA) revised its dietary and lifestyle recommendations. The new guidelines specifically recommend limiting daily saturated fat intake to less than 7% and trans fats to less than 1% of total daily calories.
• The AHA recommends consuming plenty of deep-colored vegetables and fruits, eating oily fish at least twice a week, and including whole grains in your daily diet.

• Women with existing heart disease may consider taking fish oil supplements, suggests 2007 AHA guidelines. Women should include a variety of low-mercury fish in their diet. - 3 Comments
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Bipolar disorder

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Risk Factors
• Causes
• Prognosis
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Medications
• Other Treatments
• Therapy and Lifestyle Chang...
• Resources
• References

• Olanzapine (Zyprexa, Symbex) causes a greater risk for high blood sugar than other atypical antipsychotics, according to updated information added to the drug’s warning label. - 1 Comment
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