February 2007 Entries

Watching television disrupts children's' normal response to food

Watching television disrupts children's' normal response to food they will eat more while they're sitting in front of the tube, whether or not they're really hungry. "These data, combined with those from other studies, support recommendations ...

Diabetics urged to get exercise

As reported by the AP, bad news when it comes to diabetics and exercise: Most people with Type 2 diabetes or at risk for it apparently ignore their doctors' advice to be active. Fewer than 40 per cent get exercise, a new study found, and the ...

Power-Boosting Protein in Muscle Declines With Age

TUESDAY, Feb. 6 (HealthDay News) -- An age-related decline in a power-boosting signal in muscle may be the reason why older people have to exercise harder than younger people in order to get the same benefits, suggests a U.S. study. Reporting ...

Staying active keeps seniors steady on their feet

Older people who have long been physically active, and remain so, have better balance than less vigorous seniors, while those who pick up the exercise after retirement fare almost as well, French researchers report. However, individuals who ...

Overweight kids have greater risk of foot problems

Kids who carry excess pounds may be doing permanent damage to their feet, a group of foot and ankle surgeons warns. As few as 15 to 20 extra pounds can contribute to flattening of the arches and inflammation of the growth plate in the heel, ...