Displaying items by tag: obesity
Thursday, March 14, 2013
NORC to provide funds for winning nutrition/obesity research ideas
Applications for NORC pilot feasibility studies are due April 10
Friday, March 08, 2013
Appetite suppression pills: good or bad?
There are endless opportunities to spend a small fortune on a box of pills promising to ease hunger and help lose weight – but they may not be safe, so try natural techniques.
Friday, March 01, 2013
Pack lunches to help whittle your waistline and save cash
UAB experts say dining out can be costly with both finances and weight; packing a lunch can help improve both.
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
UAB research: incentives can improve stair use, health in employees
Given the opportunity to earn incentives, employees will use the stairs more often, and thus improve their health, according to UAB study.
Monday, February 25, 2013
UAB expert: Steps to keep heart health in mind when dining out
Simple steps can make a big difference for heart health at restaurants.
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
UAB Employee Wellness introduces some healthy competition with new Keas game
Social wellness game helps teams of up to six members stay accountable, have fun as they embark on lifestyle changes
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
When it comes to physical training, there could be too much of a good thing
UAB researchers publish study that says exercise in moderation yields the best results.
Thursday, February 14, 2013
UAB study: Repeat sling surgery should be considered for ongoing incontinence symptoms
Repeat midurethral sling surgery can improve quality of life in women with recurrent stress urinary incontinence who have already undergone the procedure.
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Family history plays a major role in heart health
If you exercise, eat right and don’t smoke, a history of heart disease in your family can still put you at risk – even if you are a female.
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
International team seeks to dispel obesity myths
Consequences of believing in obesity myths: poor policy, misguided public health advice and wasted health-care dollars.
