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Hundreds are just too scared yet hate being fat... what scares you? And how do you feel about diets - can they ever be as effective and long-lasting? ...
 


Heard the one about the woman who went to a surgeon for a gastric balloon. "And put helium in it," she ordered. "That's the only way I am going to get any lighter!"

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Public Health Improves Due To Investment In Cycling In England

Investment in cycling has improved the public’s health in six Cycling Demonstration Towns – and has had a positive impact on its most inactive citizens according to new statistics published recently. 
(09-03-2010)

Eco News Weekly Round Up 09-03-2010

Forthcoming Events:- Every month people who work in the environmental field meet up at informal sessions known as Green Drinks. The most popular in London is the Soho Green Drinks. Further details at: www.greendrinks.org
(09-03-2010)

Trans-fat harm may extend to women’s stroke risk

High intakes of trans-fatty acids may increase the risk of stroke in post-menopausal women by 30 per cent, says a new study.  Dietary fat in general was also associated with a 40 per cent increased risk, compared to women who ate the least amount. 
(08-03-2010)

Warning over salt levels in soup

Many soups sold in high street cafes and supermarkets may not offer the healthy option customers are seeking, a pressure group has warned.  Consensus Action on Salt and Health (Cash) said 25% of 575 types of soup it analysed failed to meet Food Standards Agency targets on salt content. 
(08-03-2010)

Brits are ‘all talk-no action’ when it comes to their health

When it comes to our health and wellbeing, Britain is a nation of ‘all talk and no action’ according to a survey for new online service NHS MidLifeCheck. 
(06-03-2010)

Health warning over calories and fat in cinema snacks

Movie-goers should have more information about how many calories are in cinema snacks, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) said.  The nutrition watchdog is concerned about the portion sizes of cinema snacks which are often high in fat, sugar or salt. 
(06-03-2010)

Hospital malnutrition warning

The government is being urged to promote the concept of a "healthy weight" to help guard against malnutrition as well as obesity. 
(05-03-2010)

Anti-obesity campaigners' horror at McDonald's link to Weight Watchers

The slimmers' group Weight Watchers has given its backing to McDonald's in a meal deal that has provoked outrage among anti-obesity campaigners.  The restaurant group said its arrangement with Weight Watchers in New Zealand involved the placement of the slimming group’s logo on the packaging of three McDonald's meals. 
(05-03-2010)

Omega-3 may boost brain function in boys

Supplements of the omega-3 fatty acid DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) may alter the function of the brain associated with working memory, according to results of a new study with healthy boys. 
(04-03-2010)

Low-fat, Mediterranean and low-carb diets 'help heart'

Three diets - Mediterranean, low-fat and low-carbohydrate - are equally effective in helping reverse blocked arteries, say Israeli researchers. 
(04-03-2010)

Omega-3, vitamins, minerals may reduce aggressive behaviour

Supplements of omega-3s, vitamins and minerals may reduce the number of violent and aggressive episodes in prisoners, according to a new study from The Netherlands.
(03-03-2010)

High calcium intakes may improve male survival

Intakes of calcium above the recommended daily levels may reduce the risk of dying from heart disease and cancer by 25 per cent, says a new study from Sweden. 
(03-03-2010)

Government outlines vision for an active England

The Government wants to see access to cycle training for every child, creating a generation of new, safe cyclists according to Transport Minister Sadiq Khan. 
(02-03-2010)

Obesity rise on death certificates, researchers say

There has been a "dramatic rise" in deaths in England in which obesity was a contributory factor, figures suggest. 
(02-03-2010)

Cost of obesity in Scotland could reach £3bn a year and hurt economic growth

Scotland’s obesity epidemic is costing the country around £450 million a year, according to a new Government study that predicts the bill could soar to £3 billion by 2030 if there is no change in the nation’s attitude to food and exercise. 
(01-03-2010)
 
If you can, watch out for a programme on BBC3 tonight (9pm) about SUNBEDS
I was talking today to a young woman from Liverpool who was addicted to sunbeds (she reckons half of Liverpool women are!) She was shocked to be told that 95% of her face was "badly burned"...
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Exactly 14 stone now
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how on earth??????
The wonderful Husband had a birthday and we took a few days off to spend some time. Dinner out, a few bottles of wine.I GAINED 3 BLOODY POUNDS!!!!!!!!Think I over did it though, feel dreadful - the...
Had my second fill yesterday.....
Feeling a little down today, hungry and pmt....... want to go swimming, but as my blood sugar is all over the place i daredn't go incase i faint again. Passed out while they were tilting the table for...
The beginning..........
I am very excited to have this opportunity - weight loss surgery has been on my mind for many years. Around 2 years ago I broached the subject with my GP - he suggested that I try dieting with the...
sooo fickle......what to do......
 I have been doing the wii fit every night (well if you count falling over trying to do the yoga triangle!) and been trying to count calories - attempting to stick to around 1200 calories a day,...
12lbs off in 7 weeks
That's not bad, really!  I've been slow the last couple of weeks because I've been at home and grazing all day.  I limited the grazing to mostly low fat stuff, but it still stopped me losing...
154 lbs
well 10.10 and have finally stopped fighting the band.  Hoping for a couple more next week.Jx
a big day
 i have done it i have paid my deposit !!!! here goes count down !! anxiously waiting for confirmation to come through, i am even looking forward to the pre op diet (am I mad haha )  i feel...
Dig deep!!
I am doing the Race for Life on 19th June. sponsor me if you like. http://www.raceforlife.org/maryhalden 
I have reached the 4 stone mark!!!
Weight at the moment 12 stone and 7 lbs. Had 1 ml put in about 10 days ago and the restriction is brilliant!!!!
2nd consult at the Hospital Group.
 Even more confused.  I went for consult at The Hospital Group and it was very business like and the surgeon recommended the band.  Oh what to do.....I have lost 4Ib this week with the...
4th fill
had 4th fill today in london. i've done it again,left it too long between fills and put back on some of the weight i had lost (10lbs!) thats what i get for being such a smart arse ...they said if i...
Weight loss very slow
Hi, lost about half a kilo but... it is still a loss so trying to be happy with this.
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