Can obesity or diabetes increase your risk of cancer? Professor Michael Boyer explains.
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Consequences of weight stigma for men
Men who have experienced some level of body weight stigma are more likely to be faced with depressive symptoms, to binge eat, and to rate their health as poorer.
Understanding obesity in First Nations communities
Discover the leading causes of obesity on MyDr’s weight loss and obesity page. Learn about lifestyle factors, genetics, and more. Explore now!
Reducing our diet of ultra-processed foods
What things could be done by the government do to kerb our desire to consume processed foods and ultra-processed food.
Why you shouldn’t sleep with the light on
A study suggests that being exposed to too much artificial light such a television or leaving a light on in the bedroom while sleeping ups the risk of weight gain and obesity in women.
How has fast food changed over the past 30 years
A study has shown that despite the push for having healthier options on the menu, the quality of fast food has declined while the portion size has grown.
How school policies can prevent obesity
A study that ran for 3 years and followed nearly 600 students shows how a school policies can prevent obesity.
Want to eat healthier? Practice gratitude
A new study finds that the simple act of practising gratitude can improve food choices.
How supermarkets can help a community
A two year study of over 30000 households has shown dramatic results after supermarkets removed unhealthy food from the checkout area.
What are the chances of having a stroke?
Researchers have just calculated globally what the chances are of having a stroke and the results were shocking.