Researchers in England discovered that one extra can of soda a day significantly increases a person’s likelihood of developing diabetes in their lifetime. According to their findings, consuming an additional 12 ounces of sugar-sweetened soda a day was associated with a 22% increased risk for developing diabetes, and artificially sweetened soft drinks were even more […]
Obese Children at Greater Risk for Foot Fracture
A new study shows a strong link between obese children and foot fractures. Researchers reviewed medical records of 913,178 children from the ages of 2 to 19. Those children who were obese had a markedly higher risk of foot fracture. 19.2% of children surveyed were obese. These children were 1.14 to 1.42 times more likely […]
Average BMI of Obese Patients Does Not Decrease After Ankle Surgery
A new study has found that, on average, the BMI (Body Mass Index) of patients does not decrease following ankle reconstruction surgery. The study examined the BMIs of 150 overweight or obese patients who had successful ankle fusion or replacements. Researchers found no significant change in BMI 6 months, 1 year, and 2 years after […]
Childhood Obesity Still a Growing Issue
A new study found that roughly 21% of children will be obese in 2020 if current eating patterns continue. Researchers studied the weight patterns of children ages 2-19 from the year 1971-2008. The results showed that the average BMI (body mass index) in children increased by 0.55 kg/m2 and body weight increased by 1.54 kg […]
New Study Links BMI to Foot Pain
A new study has linked high BMI (Body Mass Index) to non-specific foot pain. The study, published in Obesity Reviews, reviewed and analyzed 25 scholarly papers on BMI, and the effect of weight loss on alleviating foot pain. The results showed a strong relationship between BMI and general foot pain, as well as chronic plantar […]