Tag: "BMI"
New study shows that fitness trumps body weight in reducing risk of death
The American Heart Association released results from a new study today that sheds light on whether it’s better to shed pounds or keep up with physical fitness. As it turns out, physical fitness edges out losing weight when it comes to reducing risk of death from heart attack and stroke. According to the study, in [...]
Apple or pear shaped – your heart doesn't really care
A popular article in magazines geared towards fashion is “Dress for your shape”. I love this type of article because it usually provides tips and tricks for making whatever type of shape work to your advantage. And interestingly enough, those shapes are usually geared towards something edible – apple, pear, even a string bean. An [...]
Pregnancy and fertility risks that accompany obesity
We hear a lot about how obesity contributes to the onset of diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, and a myriad of other problems. But the relationship of obesity and gynecological problems isn’t a typical topic of conversation. But perhaps it should be. Some of the risks include: -difficulty giving birth -increased risk in [...]
New guidelines published for women and heart disease
In the March 2011 edition of the journal Circulation, new guidelines are listed by the American Heart Association for women and heart disease risk. Most notably, pregnancy complications such as preeclampsia, pregnancy-induced hypertension and gestational diabetes have been added as additional risk factors for heart attack and stroke. We spoke with Dr. Jennifer Lawton, a [...]
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