Surprisingly few women may have good heart health before pregnancy
May 26, 2021
Rising rates for obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure have caused a decline in "favorable" heart health before pregnancy, according to new research.
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A baby's gut bacteria may predict future obesity
May 20, 2021
A new study of microbes in a baby's gut suggests levels of some bacteria may predict whether a child will develop overweight or obesity.
Too much belly fat, even for people with a healthy BMI, raises heart risks
Apr 22, 2021
Too much weight around the middle can raise the risk for heart disease, whether a person's body mass index is considered healthy or not, according to a new scientific statement.
Cancer may cause changes to the heart before treatment
Apr 21, 2021
Certain chemotherapy drugs for cancer are known to affect the heart. But new research suggests cancer itself changes heart health.
Waist size may better predict AFib risk in men
Apr 15, 2021
For women, body mass index may be a better predictor of the risk of an irregular heart rhythm called atrial fibrillation, while waist circumference may be a more helpful gauge in men, new research suggests.
For heart patients, bariatric surgery may lower risk of future cardiovascular problems
Apr 5, 2021
People with obesity and weakened hearts don't need to avoid bariatric surgery for weight loss, new research suggests.
Try these 7 healthy strategies to navigate a food swamp
Mar 25, 2021
Unhealthy options make it hard to avoid the pitfalls that can lead to obesity. But as nutrition experts battle to bring healthier food to low-income and underserved neighborhoods, there are strategies to eat better right away.
Up to half of new diabetes cases in the U.S. linked to obesity
Feb 10, 2021
Obesity is rising in the U.S., driving a rise in Type 2 diabetes, according to new research.
Tackling Turkey Day: Strategies for a healthy feast
Nov 19, 2020
It's just one day, but that Thanksgiving feast can have long-lasting ramifications. As holiday eating season kicks off, we have some healthy tips.
COVID-19 patients of all ages with obesity face higher risk of complications, death
Nov 17, 2020
Obesity is a major risk factor for COVID-19 complications and death, and new research shows younger adults with severe obesity face particularly high risks.