obesity
What’s in a name? That which we call “sweet” by any other name may not be the same.
In the case of Shakespeare, a rose is a rose is a rose – all smell sweet. But, in the
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Should You Prioritize Sleep?
Sleep in America Do you prioritize your sleep? If you do, you are among the 10% of American adults
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The Value of Nutrition Obesity Research Centers: As Told by Dr. David Allison
According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), NORCs are “intended to integrate, coordinate, and foster interdisciplinary basic, clinical, translational, and public health research by a group of established investigators actively conducting programs of important, high-quality research that is related to research specific to NIDDK’s mission.”
The Need for Increased Rigor in Obesity and Nutrition Research: A Q&A with Dr. David Allison
In addition to his primary appointments, Allison is a co-director for two NIH-funded “Short Courses” on obesity research held in Birmingham, Ala., during the summer. Dr. Allison’s “Short Course on Mathematical Sciences in Obesity Research” is going on its fifth consecutive year, while the “Short Course on Strengthening Causal Inference in Behavioral Obesity Research” is coming up on its fourth consecutive year. These interdisciplinary courses convene a cadre of expert faculty members who teach on various aspects of obesity research, covering economics, epidemiology, statistics, genetics, and much more. These courses are oriented toward investigators who want to increase the rigor in their approach to obesity research, and they bridge various disciplines in which obesity research is performed. Allison took the time to answer a few questions regarding the ability to better approach obesity and nutrition research.
Breastmilk from a Bottle and Obesity Risk
As a new parent you can go no longer than 24 hours without hearing the phrase “Breast is Best.” I
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The Future of the National School Lunch Program
The former First Lady Michelle Obama revealed her “Let’s Move!” campaign in February of 2010 with the intent of curbing
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At What Point Do We Enact Obesity-Targeting Policies?
How much evidence should be demonstrated before enacting obesity-targeted health policy? This difficult question was debated between two speakers Sunday
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Health Professionals Need More Nutrition Education. How Can We Deliver?
By Allison Dostal, PhD It’s not a revelation that most Americans would benefit from increased nutrition education and guidance. Newly
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Obesity is Not a Disease of Sloth and Gluttony
By Caitlin Dow, PhD The most recent data from the CDC indicates that approximately 35% of American adults have obesity
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