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Kids’ television viewing at an eight-year high
on Nov 1, 2009 in Childhood obesity Kids and families television Young kids are watching more television than they have over the past eight years, which could lead to slower language acquisition and childhood obesity.From the RSS feed of CalorieLab News (REF3076322B7)Kids’ television viewing at an eight-year...



Margarines ranked, our daily snack schedule, eating your dishware
on Nov 1, 2009 in Childhood obesity Diet foods Food miscellaneous Italy margarine Snacks Taste-testing healthier margarines, snacking all the time and plates you can eat.From the RSS feed of CalorieLab News (REF3076322B7)Margarines ranked, our daily snack schedule, eating your dishware...



Use the rating game when grocery shopping
on Oct 31, 2009 in Food miscellaneous Guest contributors Karen Collins Labeling and disclosure food labels food rating healhty choices There are tons of food rating systems out there that aim to tell consumers about healthier choices, but what the criteria for the ratings are can vary depending on where you shop.From the RSS feed of CalorieLab News (REF3076322B7)Use the rating game...



Dr. J’s tips on eating to stop obesity
on Oct 31, 2009 in Diet Tips Dr. J will see you now Food miscellaneous Nutrition Obesity causes healthy eating obesity There are stories in the media all the time about nutrients and foods that supposedly help prevent or reverse obesity, but the real answer is a lot simpler than loading up on citrus or mushrooms, Dr. J says.From the RSS feed of CalorieLab News (REF30...



Halloween treats that won’t contribute to the childhood obesity epidemic
on Oct 30, 2009 in Childhood obesity Food miscellaneous Holidays and seasons candy Halloween Want to offer treats to trick or treaters that won't contribute to childhood obesity? We offer a few suggestions you probably won't want to follow.From the RSS feed of CalorieLab News (REF3076322B7)Halloween treats that won’t contribute to the...



Antipsychotic drugs cause huge weight gain in teens
on Oct 30, 2009 in Childhood obesity antipsychotic drugs medications teens weight gain Study shows huge weight gain and metabolic changes in teens who take antipsychotic drugs for just a few weeks.From the RSS feed of CalorieLab News (REF3076322B7)Antipsychotic drugs cause huge weight gain in teens...