Obesity

Weight Loss Surgery Research on Gout Underlines the Many Benefits of Bariatric Procedures, says Beverly Hills Physicians

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Tuesday, September 25, 2018
Medicine, Surgery, Clinical medicine, Bariatrics, Obesity, Digestive system surgery, Bariatric surgery, Sleeve gastrectomy, Gout, Gastric bypass surgery

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 24, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --A September 14 interview with two noted experts in the field of rheumatology and weight loss surgery discusses the current data regarding the impact of weight loss surgery on gout.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 24, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --A September 14 interview with two noted experts in the field of rheumatology and weight loss surgery discusses the current data regarding the impact of weight loss surgery on gout.
  • The experts' medical verdict regarding bariatric surgery and the condition is clear, "Bariatric surgery reduces the incidence of gout, primarily through weight reduction and decreased inflammatory response."
  • Beverly Hills Physicians says that surgeries like the gastric sleeve get at the root of obesity by working in two different ways.
  • Readers who are interested in finding out more about weight loss surgery and other health and beauty procedures can telephone Beverly Hills Physicians at (800) 788-1416.

Showcasing the Power of the Personal Story, Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) Launches Weight of the World, a New Online Platform Designed to Connect Individuals

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Monday, September 24, 2018
Bariatrics, Nutrition, Body shape, Amphetamine, Obesity, Social stigma, Sociology, Medicine, Health

Obesity affects millions of people around the world, but too often it is misunderstood, misjudged and stigmatized.

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  • Obesity affects millions of people around the world, but too often it is misunderstood, misjudged and stigmatized.
  • WeightoftheWorld.com was created to bring about change powered by the ones who live with the challenges of obesity every day.
  • Personal stories displayed on the Weight of the World Web site are only accessible by logging-in through the OAC Community.
  • To join the OAC Community at no cost and have full access to Weight of the World, please visit ObesityAction.org/our-community/discover-the-oacs-community/ .

Bariatric Surgical Devices Market to Grow at 9.3% CAGR by 2025, With High Adoption due to its Benefits in Minimally Invasive Surgeries, Says TMR

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Monday, September 24, 2018
Surgery, Medicine, Bariatrics, Clinical medicine, Bariatric surgery, Obesity

On the basis of region, North America is dominating the global market for bariatric surgical devices.

Key Points: 
  • On the basis of region, North America is dominating the global market for bariatric surgical devices.
  • Rising prevalence of obesity among people in the developed and developing countries is a key factor fueling growth of the global market for bariatric surgical devices.
  • Despite of these growth prospects, the high cost of bariatric surgical devices and surgeries are hampering adoption of the bariatric surgical devices market.
  • The global bariatric surgical devices market has highly competitive and fragmented landscape observes Transparency Market Research (TMR).

Healthcare Technology Company CoachCare Announces Integration with the LEVL Device This Week at the Overcoming Obesity Conference

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Monday, September 24, 2018
Bariatrics, Nutrition, Amphetamine, Body shape, Obesity, Health, Medicine

NEW YORK, September 24, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Digital health solution provider CoachCare is announcing their integration with LEVL this week at the Obesity Management conference September 26 - 30 in Washington DC.

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  • NEW YORK, September 24, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Digital health solution provider CoachCare is announcing their integration with LEVL this week at the Obesity Management conference September 26 - 30 in Washington DC.
  • LEVL is an FDA registered device that allows users to calculate, monitor and track fat metabolism through a single breath.
  • "The CoachCare technology platform ultimately supports better patient outcomes," said Jeff Coulter, CoachCare's Director of Channel and Strategic Partnerships.
  • LEVL has created a new paradigm in nutrition management and health through a non-invasive measurement of ketones using breath.

New Data: Adult Obesity Rates Top 35 Percent in Seven States, No State Obesity Rate Improved Significantly During the Past Year

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Wednesday, September 12, 2018
Obesity, Bariatrics, Body shape, Health, Amphetamine, Nutrition, Human body, Medicine, Epidemiology of obesity, Obesity in France

As recently as 2012, no state had an adult obesity rate over 35 percent.

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  • As recently as 2012, no state had an adult obesity rate over 35 percent.
  • Six states Iowa, Massachusetts, Ohio, Oklahoma, Rhode Island and South Carolina saw their adult obesity rates increase significantly between 2016 and 2017.
  • Adult obesity rates are between 30 and 35 percent in 22 states and 19 states have adult obesity rates between 25 and 30 percent.
  • State by State rates of obesity among adults: 1 = highest rate of obesity, 51 = lowest rate
    1.

Global Body Fat Measurement Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis, 2012-2020

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Friday, August 31, 2018
Classification of obesity, Obesity, Bioelectrical impedance analysis, Electrophysiology, Health, Calipers, Hydrostatic weighing, Human body, Medicine, Anthropometry of the upper arm

The "Body Fat Measurement Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Bioimpedance Analyzers, Body Fat Skinfold Calipers, Hydrostatic Weighing, Dual Emission X-ray Absorptiometry) And Segment Forecasts, 2012 - 2020" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Body Fat Measurement Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Bioimpedance Analyzers, Body Fat Skinfold Calipers, Hydrostatic Weighing, Dual Emission X-ray Absorptiometry) And Segment Forecasts, 2012 - 2020" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The global body fat measurement market size is expected to reach USD 640.3 million by 2020, exhibiting a CAGR of 8.4% during the forecast period.
  • Apart from these trends, rising awareness for body weight management and availability of more accurate testing devices are also likely to work in favor of the market.
  • Increasing awareness about body weight, metabolism, and health/fitness training is also projected to fuel the demand for body fat measurement devices in the coming years.

Global Nephrology and Urology Devices Market Analysis & Forecasts, 2018-2024: Key Players are Baxter International, Fresenius Medical Care, Boston Scientific & C.R. Bard

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Friday, August 31, 2018
Medicine, Health, Urology, Nephrology, Fresenius, Obesity, Kidney

The global nephrology and urology devices market size is expected to reach USD 31.3 billion by 2024, exhibiting a 7.1% CAGR during the forecast period.

Key Points: 
  • The global nephrology and urology devices market size is expected to reach USD 31.3 billion by 2024, exhibiting a 7.1% CAGR during the forecast period.
  • This high prevalence of diseases can be attributed to unhealthy lifestyle habits of people around the world.
  • Moreover, growing geriatric population, who are more prone to hypertension, obesity, diabetes, urinary disorders, and other kidney chronic conditions, is expected to fuel demand for nephrology and urology devices.
  • Level of competition is expected to remain high over the forecast period
    Some of the key players in the market are Baxter International, Inc.; Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co. KGaA; Boston Scientific; and C.R.

The Obesity Society Recognizes National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

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Thursday, August 30, 2018
Bariatrics, Obesity, Amphetamine, Body shape, Nutrition, Childhood obesity, Health, Medicine, Clinical medicine, HOPE curriculum, American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery

To help combat this disease and promote a healthier lifestyle, The Obesity Society (TOS) will host a variety of activities recognizing National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month in September.

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  • To help combat this disease and promote a healthier lifestyle, The Obesity Society (TOS) will host a variety of activities recognizing National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month in September.
  • Children with obesity are at risk for health conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes.
  • To recognize National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month , TOS will create a special thematic virtual issue of its flagship journal Obesity featuring a collection of research articles on pediatric obesity.
  • The Obesity Society (TOS) is the leading organization of scientists and health professionals devoted to understanding and reversing the epidemic of obesity and its adverse health, economic and societal effects.

Countless Rules for Diets -- FEBC Shares Advice From Weight Loss Journeys

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Friday, August 24, 2018
Obesity, Health, Nutrition, Diets, Medicine, Dietetics, Fad diets, Low-carbohydrate diet, Dieting, Weight loss, Diet

A few experts advocate a "high fat, low carb" diet, while others recommend becoming "dairy-free" or taking out refined sugar to lose weight.

Key Points: 
  • A few experts advocate a "high fat, low carb" diet, while others recommend becoming "dairy-free" or taking out refined sugar to lose weight.
  • FEBC members also have access to a telehealth benefit to talk about their nutrition and dieting goals with a medical professional.
  • "Starting on a new weight loss journey can be both challenging and scary," said Jennifer Martinez, manager at FEBC."
  • The best advice for weight loss covers many different aspects of the process.

Corporate Wellness Market Worth $84.9 Billion by 2025 | CAGR 6.8%: Grand View Research, Inc.

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Tuesday, August 21, 2018
Health, Occupational safety and health, Workplace, Workplace wellness, Economy, Health promotion, Nutrition, Obesity, Insurance, Wellness tourism

The global corporate wellness market size is expected to reach USD 84.9 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc.

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  • The global corporate wellness market size is expected to reach USD 84.9 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc.
  • Rising demand for corporate wellness activities due to increased insurance costs that result in financial burden on employers is driving the market.
  • The corporate wellness initiatives target particular health risk factors such as stress, obesity, smoking, diet, lack of exercise, etc.
  • Grand View Research has segmented the global corporate wellness market on the basis of service, end use, category, and region:
    Corporate Wellness Service Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2014 - 2025)