Childhood Obesity

In this episode of Ask a Nutritionist, registered dietitian Alyssa Krejci shares practical strategies for eating well on a budget without sacrificing nutrition. Learn how to plan meals, reduce food waste, shop smarter, and make affordable, nutrient-dense ingredients stretch throu ... Show More

We’ve all heard that alcohol affects everyone differently, but did you know that women are biologically more vulnerable to alcohol’s effects than men? In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, registered dietitians Britni Vincent and Melanie Beasley dive into the science of how al ... Show More

Seasonal allergies can make it hard to enjoy everything summer has to offer, but did you know your diet may help influence how severe your symptoms feel? Registered dietitian Amy Crum explains how nutrition can support a healthier immune response and help calm inflammation during ... Show More

Children and adolescents are expected to gain weight as they age, but how much is too much? Childhood obesity rates are on the rise, along with disordered eating among teens. So how can kids and their parents address this head on? Dr. Jack Yanovski, a pediatric endocrinologist at ... Show More

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View the Show Notes For This Episode Get Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman Sign Up for Dr. Hyman’s Weekly Longevity Journal Obesity rates are at an all-time high, even in our children, despite the common recommendation to eat less and exercise more. While calories may be one ... Show More

<p>Are hormones to blame for the obesity epidemic? Join Cristen and Caroline as they unravel the facts surrounding obesity, from genetic predispositions to the ways in which testosterone and estrogen can affect an individual's weight.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-choices ... Show More

<p>About 20% of adolescents in the US are living with obesity. Author Aaron S. Kelly, PhD, of the University of Minnesota Medical School joins JAMA Senior Editor Karen E. Lasser, MD, MPH, to discuss Obesity in Adolescents: A Review.<br /> <br /> <strong>Related Content:</strong>< ... Show More

In January 2023, the American Academy of Pediatrics surprised doctors and parents by changing its guidelines on treating childhood obesity to include the use of popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, also known as semaglutide, for children ages 12 years or older. And ... Show More

Today we look at a condition that is associated with a multitude of serious health issues – obesity. This episode features audio from What’s the Ideal BMI?, Is the Obesity Paradox Real or a Myth?, and The Effects of Obesity on the Immune System and Kidney and Liver Diseases. Visi ... Show More