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www.gdaguru.com today reports that people under 40 are being warned to watch their weight as researchers find a sharp rise in the number with type 2 diabetes.
(21-05-2013)
www.gdaguru.com today reports that Britain’s obesity crisis is forcing dentists to buy supersized chairs capable of supporting patients weighing up to 71 stone.
(20-05-2013)
www.gdaguru.com today reports that your waist should be no more than half the length of your height, according to experts who claim that having too large a trouser size can dramatically shorten your lifespan.
(16-05-2013)
www.gdaguru.com today reports that a coroner has warned of the dangers of mushroom picking after a mother died from eating a soup she made from her garden.
(14-05-2013)
www.gdaguru.com today reports that Britons are living more sedentary lives than ever, with the majority now sitting or lying down for more than 20 hours a day, research shows.
(11-05-2013)
www.gdaguru.com today reports that fast food restaurants in the US have failed to raise the nutritional value of their dishes in 14 years, in spite of pledges to offer healthy choices, according to a new study.
(10-05-2013)
www.grub4life.org.uk today reports that Coca-Cola has announced plans to help tackle obesity by displaying the calorie counts of its fizzy drinks more visibly and promoting regular exercise.
(09-05-2013)
www.gdaguru.com today reports that spending 20 minutes in the sun could help to lower your risk of heart disease, scientists have claimed.
(08-05-2013)
www.grub4life.org.uk today reports that children who eat the same meals as their parents are far more likely to have healthy diets than those who do not, according to new research.
(07-05-2013)
www.gdaguru.com today reports that a poll for the walking charity the Ramblers suggests 25% of adults walk for no more than one hour each week.
(06-05-2013)
www.gdaguru.com today reports that one in five UK households borrowed money or used savings to cover food costs in April, a Which? survey says.
(05-05-2013)
Giving evidence to the Leveson inquiry was an ordeal for many of the so-called "victims" and in my case, I needed a lot of persuasion. In the end, it was only because I became convinced that...
Having gained over a stone - which I am putting down in large part to the menopause from hell - I had a fill today. 4.5 mls now.Life is very good and I am so pleased I had the band but I think...
Hello everyone! Sorry I’ve been away. I was in Japan visiting my wife and son for a few weeks. I’ve been pretty jetlagged but I think I’m over it now. I hope...
Well here i am again after so long,it has taken me 6 years since my op but i am now 10st 8lb 7lb off my goal weight and i can tell you im pretty pleased with my self and am now feeling much healthier...
I must admit, I'm already dissatisfied with the site... I think I'm looking for something a bit like Weight Watchers online, where you can track your diet and exercise as well as get support. I don't...
Today's plan is to not have any bad snacking, avoid daytime temptations, try to drink more water and go swimming. Hopefully not drink more water whilst swimming. Work - I have a lot on with...
After losing nearly half my body weight -(started 19 stone 10 and now 9 stone 12) i can honestly say ......what a journey. After losing all the weight the final part of the jigsaw came last year when...
Hello. Sorry I haven’t check in for a little while. Been a little busy trying to put my book out and getting ready for my trip to japan at the end of this month. There are...
Met Kim today to start at the obesity clinic she runs at my doctor's surgery. On Monday when I went to see my GP I finally admitted that I need help to be healthy and learn to live a healthy lifestyle...
Hello everyone. There are a lot of people who are talking about how they're trying to cut down on calories and they're not sure how many calories are good or how many calories are bad or what...
Hello everyone! I've been reading a lot of peoples posts over the past few days and I've noticed a pattern...There are people who think very negatively about their diet and about...
In my opinion...when people use the phrase "mind your business", of course it's used in a negative context. I've become very proficient at turning a negative into a positive so I've...
So last year I hit my target weight of 73kg, but since then I have lost more weight and now down to 68kg (150lbs) 10st 7lbs. Now my problem is eating! I have no appetite. So how do I get my...
I have only got quarter pound to go before I have lost my first half stone. Can't wait.
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