Category Archives: obesity

Fat Cells from Obese People are “Stressed”

Posted on August 29, 2008 by Sharon O'Connor, RN

We’ve been aware for some time of the relationship between obesty and type 2 Diabetes.  In a recent issue of “Diabetes” researchers from Temple University School of Medicine report finding differences and deficits in the fat cells of the obese.  … Continue reading →

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Diabetes and Weight Loss

Posted on August 15, 2008 by Sharon O'Connor, RN

There’s good news for Diabetics in a recent study by Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research which  reports that people with Type 2 Diabetes who lose weight, especially soon after the disease is diagnosed can reduce the toll of the … Continue reading →

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Emotions of Overeating and Obesity

Posted on July 7, 2008 by Sharon O'Connor, RN

  With two thirds of our population either overweight or obese, it’s time we pulled out all the stops to manage this health crisis.  Today, I’d like to share my thoughts about the emotional basis of overeating and obesity.   … Continue reading →

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