Why do I Keep Getting Fatter?
Obesity is something on everyone’s minds these days. The days of being skinny sort of slipped away, slowly but inevitably. Fatty and sugary foods, expensi...
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Obesity in the Brain
According to multiple studies that I have read, obesity is of great concern in all societies. In every state at least 20-35% of their individuals are considered...
It's More than Morals: A Look at Obesity and the Brain
As most people know, obesity has impacted the lives of many people in western society. Everywhere you turn, there is a fast-food building, a convenience store ...
Obesity: A rising problem?
Obesity is a disorder when a person has an excessive amount of body fat. It is estimated one-third of adults in the U.S. is obese. Obesity can also lead to othe...
The Science Behind Obesity
Obesity is an epidemic. According to the CDC, 34.9% of American adults (that’s 78.6 million people) are obese. The complications of this condition include...
The Secret to Becoming the Biggest Loser
Avoiding obesity is simple. You eat well, you work out. You don’t eat McDonald’s every night, and you don’t sit all day. Problem solved. So why is it that so ma...
"Food for Thought" Takes on a Whole New Meaning
As scientists continue to research obesity and its effects on the body, the phrase “Food for thought” takes a whole new meaning. Can too much food have negative...
The Vicious Cycle of Obesity
America has a problem Obesity rates are on the rise in America. Obesity is currently the second leading cause of preventable death in the US behind tobacco use....
Do Alcohol and Nicotine go Hand in Hand?
While it is common knowledge that alcohol consumption impairs the ability for individuals to make wise and rational decisions, could it encourage people to feed...
Why do Alcohol and Tobacco usually go together?
The danger of smoking and drinking is already spread to all the society. Advertising campaigns try to alert people of the evils involved in smoking and drinking...