NYC Ban on Super-Sized Sodas Would Cut Consumers’ Calories: Study

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• NYC Ban on Super-Sized Sodas Would Cut Consumers’ Calories: Study
• Doctors Spar Over Cholesterol Screening in Kids
• Many Teens With High Blood Pressure Don’t Get Needed Tests
• Pre-Season Fitness Not a Factor in Collegiate Sports Injury Risk
• Health Tip: Do You Need a Day Off From Exercise?

NYC Ban on Super-Sized Sodas Would Cut Consumers’ Calories: Study Posted: 23 Jul 2012 10:03 PM PDT Researchers find reduction of about 63 calories per fast-food meal By Steven ReinbergHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, July 23 (HealthDay News) — A day before a public hearing on New York City’s proposed ban on super-sized restaurant sodas, a new analysis finds that such a ban would spare consumers excess calories. The proposed rule put forward by... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Doctors Spar Over Cholesterol Screening in Kids Posted: 23 Jul 2012 10:03 PM PDT Some question supporting evidence and drug-industry ties, but others say guidelines benefit certain children By Amanda GardnerHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, July 23 (HealthDay News) — Researchers are debating the merits of recent guidelines that recommend all children aged 9 through 11 be screened for high cholesterol levels, along with certain groups of younger children and teenagers.... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Many Teens With High Blood Pressure Don’t Get Needed Tests Posted: 23 Jul 2012 10:03 PM PDT Fewer than 1 in 4 receives recommended screening for kidney disease, organ damage, study finds By Kathleen DohenyHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, July 23 (HealthDay News) — High blood pressure is a growing problem in teens, partly due to the rising number of obese teens, and federal guidelines suggest specific tests be done to diagnose the effects... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Pre-Season Fitness Not a Factor in Collegiate Sports Injury Risk Posted: 23 Jul 2012 10:03 PM PDT But gender, type of sport played are, Canadian researchers report MONDAY, July 23 (HealthDay News) — Levels of pre-season fitness do not predict how quickly college athletes may be injured during the season, but their gender and the type of sport they play do, a new study indicates. Canadian researchers assessed pre-season fitness among athletes... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Health Tip: Do You Need a Day Off From Exercise? Posted: 23 Jul 2012 10:03 PM PDT Some reasons why you should take a break (HealthDay News) — While exercise can help you feel better physically and emotionally, it may be wise to skip a day if you aren’t feeling well. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it’s a good idea to take the day off from exercising if:... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

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2 New Weight-Loss Drugs Won’t Reverse U.S. Obesity Crisis

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2 New Weight-Loss Drugs Won’t Reverse U.S. Obesity Crisis Posted: 19 Jul 2012 02:57 PM PDT Proper nutrition, exercise are key factors that must be part of any diet plan, health experts say By Amanda GardnerHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, July 19 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s approval of two new weight-loss drugs within the past month — the first such medications in 13 years — won’t be a... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Health Tip: Rules for the Pool Posted: 19 Jul 2012 02:57 PM PDT Don’t let anyone swim alone. (HealthDay News) — Accidental drowning is a leading causes of death among children, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. So what can you do if you have a backyard pool? Take some precautions, and insist on a number of safety rules, the American Academy of Pediatrics says.... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

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