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FriendsThe Blog N Chat section gives you the opportunity to read about the latest findings and information related to weight control.  Rather than a discussion forum, you can use the commenting to chat back and forth about the topics that interest you.  You should think of this as a community where you can share ideas with your fellow weight controllers!

 

Study Suggests Genetics Determine Best Diet Plan

The results of a Stanford University study suggests that a individual's genetic makeup is an important factor in determining the ideal diet plan for that person. More...

Posted By Jane St. Clair on March 11, 2010 | No Comments

Schwarzenegger Encourages Adults to Help Kids Get Fit

California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is encouraging parents and other adults to help prevent childhood obesity by encouraging members of the younger generation to get active and stay active. More...

Posted By Stefanie Hamilton on March 10, 2010 | No Comments

No Homemade Treats in NY Schools' Bake Sales (But Doritos Get the Thumbs-Up)

In an effort to improve student health and assist in the effort to reduce epidemic levels of childhood obesity, New York has banned city schools from selling homemade treats in school-sponsored bake sales. However, the list of products that were approved for sale included some surprises. More...

Posted By WLC on March 03, 2010 | No Comments

Obese Toddlers at Risk for Heart Disease

Researchers have discovered that significantly overweight toddlers (as young as age three) show signs of being at increased risk for weight-related heart problems later in life. More...

Posted By Stefanie Hamilton on March 02, 2010 | No Comments

Online Friends Can Help You Lose Weight

Encouragement from friends on the Internet could help you lose weight, according to a professor from University of California, San Diego. More...

Posted By WLC on February 24, 2010 | No Comments

Want Your Child to Be More Active? Make Exercise Fun!

Two recent studies have shown that when exercise is made to feel like fun, most kids -- even those who have a history of sedentary behavior -- will want to get up and get active. More...

Posted By Jane St. Clair on February 23, 2010 | 2 Comments

Beverage Association Endorses First Lady's Anti-Obesity Effort

The American Beverage Association has expressed its support of Michelle Obama’s “Let’s Move!” campaign to fight childhood obesity, and has pledged to improve the ways that calorie information is provided to consumers. More...

Posted By Stefanie Hamilton on February 22, 2010 | No Comments

Many Overweight Teens Think They're Thin

A surprising number of overweight teenagers believe that they think they are either thin or "about right," according to a recent study. More...

Posted By WLC on February 19, 2010 | No Comments

With Parents' Approval, More Overweight Youth Undergoing Weight Loss Surgery

More parents are are asking family physicians and other medical professionals about weight loss surgery for their overweight children -- and more young people are undergoing these procedures, even though questions persist about their safety and effectiveness. More...

Posted By Jane St. Clair on February 17, 2010 | No Comments

Are TV, Movies to Blame for Childhood Obesity Epidemic?

Childhood obesity experts indicate that the impact of TV advertisements and product placement in movies may be "far more influential than previously realized." More...

Posted By Jane St. Clair on February 16, 2010 | No Comments