Posted in BMI, Female Health, body fat, elderly, exercise, overweight, physical decline, risk factors, underweight, weight gain, weight loss, women's health, tagged Alzheimer's disease, BMI, cells, dementia, depression, exercise, high blood pressure, overweight, risk factors, underweight, weight control on May 7, 2008 | No Comments »
From today’s Daily Mail
Last updated at 18:16pm on 7th May 2008
Obesity can increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease by up to 80 per cent, researchers said today. Cutting the prevalence of obesity in the population could help prevent people progressing to the stage they suffer dementia, they added.
Those who are underweight also have a [...]
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Posted in Menstruation, amenorrhoea, anaemia, bone loss, formula 1, immune system, osteoporosis, protein powder, underweight, weight gain, weight loss, tagged absorption, amenorrhoea, anaemia, balanced nutrition, BMI, bone loss, deficiencies, health risks, heart, lethargy, osteoporosis, underweight on March 21, 2008 | 1 Comment »
‘Underweight’ health risks
It may sound like a dream to some, but a surprising number of people find it difficult to gain weight and while people are generally aware of the risks of being overweight, few realise that being underweight has its own health risks, including:
Increased vulnerability to disease and infections
Anaemia and nutrient deficiencies
Bone loss and [...]
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Posted in BMI, Protein, tagged Protein, BMI, protein factor, meal plans, daily calories, weight management, hunger control, fat burning, lean body mass, calories on March 15, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Eating the correct amount of protein can help you to manage your weight in two important ways:
1. Hunger Control - Protein-rich shakes, meals and snacks help control your hunger because protein is digested slowly and it sends a message to the brain that the body is full and satisfied.
2. Fat Burning - Eating the right [...]
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What you should know about BMI
BMI, or Body Mass Index, is a measurement that uses a scientific formula to determine an adult person’s safest, healthiest weight based upon their weight and height. BMI is a powerful tool you can use to help create your personal path to improved health.
A high BMI can be [...]
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