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Expectant moms, babies subjects of new Singapore study to prevent obesity and diabetes in adults
2009 NOV 29 ... Research, however, indicates that Asians seem more prone to metabolic diseases at lower body mass index. Also, different ethnic groups seem to be at different risk levels, Dr. Chong ...
Subject: Agency for Science, Technology and Research A*STAR, Singapore
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National Public Health Institute describes research in life sciences in children
2009 NOV 24 ... (physical inactivity, sedentary behavior, tobacco smoking, alcohol drinking, and high body mass index) in a representative sample of Canadian youth aged 10-15 years (mean=12.5 years) ...
Subject: Life Sciences
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New anthropology study findings have been reported from University Medical Center
2009 NOV 24 ... asses relations in between pleural fluid and individual characteristics like age, sex, body mass index, smoking history and hormone therapy (in woman). A reliable threshold between normal and ...
Subject: Anthropology
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New pediatrics research has been reported by scientists at Massachusetts General Hospital
2009 NOV 28 ... spatial data using geographic information systems and analyzed for associations between body mass index (BMI) and density of and distance to nearest built environment variable (schools, ...
Subject: Pediatrics
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Reduced muscle strength associated with risk for Alzheimer's
2009 NOV 29 ... strength and risk for Alzheimer's disease remained even after other factors, including body mass index and physical activity level, were considered. "Because Alzheimer's disease develops ...
Subject: JAMA and Archives Journals
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Research from A. Cartier and co-researchers yields new findings on metabolism
2009 NOV 24 ... eight healthy men aged 18.6 to 72.2 years and covering a wide range of adiposity values (body mass index, 18.5-39.3 kg/m(2)) Were Studied. plasma C-reactive protein (CRP), interleukin-6 (IL-6), ...
Subject: Metabolism
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Research from Baylor College of Medicine, Department of Agriculture provides new data about radioanalytical and nuclear chemistry
2009 NOV 27 ... "Many body composition measurement systems are calibrated against a single-sized reference phantom. ... only direct measure of total body nitrogen (TBN), an index of the body's lean tissue mass," researchers in the United States report."In PGNA systems, body size ...
Subject: Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry
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Researchers at University of London target microwave research
2009 NOV 24 ... performances are strongly dependant oil the location of wireless implants,as well as the body mass index of the subject. The results highlighted the significance of subject specific modeling ...
Subject: Microwave Research
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Researchers from Inje University publish findings in orthopedics
2009 NOV 26 ... group 2: -2-0 mm; group 3: 0-+2 mm; group 4: >2 mm). Preoperative age, thigh girth, body mass index, flexion contracture, further flexion, Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) score, Knee ...
Subject: Orthopedics
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Researchers from University of California discuss findings in nephrolithiasis
2009 NOV 24 ... urine sodium (p <0.01). Multivariate linear regression was adjusted for age, sex, body mass index and urine constituents. Urine sodium was positively associated with urine calcium (beta ...
Subject: Nephrolithiasis
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Scientists at Manchester Metropolitan University publish research in antipodes
2009 NOV 24 ... According to a study from Manchester, the United Kingdom, "The Body Mass Index (BMI) is the dominant means of defining and diagnosing obesity in national and ...
Subject: Antipodes
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Size matters: Obesity leading risk factor of left atrial enlargement during aging
2009 NOV 29 ... to personal medical history, lifestyle and health behavior. Obesity was defined as body mass index (BMI) 27.3 kg/m2 in men and 27.8 kg/m2 in women.Keywords: Aging, ...
Subject: American College of Cardiology
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Star Jones Hosts 'HEART OF THE CITY: DYING TO EAT IN JACKSON,' a BET News Exclusive on Obesity in Black America Premiering Sunday, November 15, at 10:00 P.M.*
2009 NOV 28 ... of Jackson's citizens to become obese. Almost one of every three Mississippians has a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or greater -- the dividing line between being overweight and being obese. ...
Subject: BET Networks
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Studies from K. Sterkowiczprzybycien and colleagues provide new data on anthropology
2009 NOV 24 ... "The purpose of this study was to determine body composition and somatotype of the male fencers who were grouped by different fencing ... multi comparison test). Sabre fencers were characterized by higher fat free mass and a higher BMI and fat free mass index than fencers of the other two weapons. ...
Subject: Anthropology
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Studies from University of Chile describe new findings in clinical nutrition
2009 NOV 25 ... health records we obtained weight and height every 6 mo from age 0 to 3 y and calculated body mass index (BMI; weight/height(2)). At age 4 y, we measured height, waist circumference, insulin, ...
Subject: Clinical Nutrition
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Study findings on obesity are outlined in reports from Z. Jovanovic and colleagues
2009 NOV 23 ... on weight loss and cardiovascular risk factor A clinical trial included 476 adults whose body mass index (BMI) was >30 or >28 accompanied by increased blood pressure, glucose, and ...
Subject: Obesity
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Study results from Austin Hospital provide new insights into obstructive sleep apnea
2009 NOV 23 ... sleep apnea were approached who had an apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) of 10 to 50, a body mass index (BMI) of greater than 30 kg/m(2), no significant comorbidities, and able to exercise. ...
Subject: Obstructive Sleep Apnea
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Study results from J. Kawashima et al provide new insights into gastritis
2009 NOV 23 ... (< 60 years old or a parts per thousand 60 years old). In male subjects with a normal body mass index, plasma acyl-ghrelin concentrations in subjects with severely atrophic gastritis were ...
Subject: Gastritis
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Study results from R.C. Shelton and colleagues broaden understanding of cancer
2009 NOV 23 ... MVU (p <= .05). Preventive/health variables (health status, physical activity, and body mass index) and characteristics of patient/provider relationships (having a regular provider, last ...
Subject: Cancer
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Teenage obesity linked to increased risk of MS
2009 NOV 23 ... reported their weight and height at age 18. Scientists then calculated their body mass index (BMI). The women were also asked to choose one of nine body silhouettes, ranging from ...
Subject: American Academy of Neurology
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