Tag Archives: obesity

Obesity-Thinking Outside The Box

Posted on August 4, 2010 by Sharon O'Connor, RN

An article in the New York Times got me thinking (yet again) about obesity and weight loss.  Obesity Rates Keep Rising, Troubling Health Officials. Dr. Thomas Frieden, Director of the CDC said “Over the past several decades, obesity has increased … Continue reading →

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NY Times Big Food vs. Big Insurance

Posted on September 10, 2009 by Sharon O'Connor, RN

Interesting op-ed article in yesterday’s Times.  It is so crucial for the wellness of both our population and the “health” care system that we get serious about promoting wellness.  Michael Pollan, journalist and author of  “In Defense of Food: an … Continue reading →

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The Best We Can Be

Posted on July 8, 2009 by Sharon O'Connor, RN

The abundance found in our culture presents an unusual challenge. People are not, in general, starving because of lack of food. Most of us can easily access a limitless supply of food, alcohol and tobacco. This has led to overuse … Continue reading →

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Obesity and the Workplace

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

It’s no surprise that obesity in the US is a huge factor in the cost of health care.  Today, the New York Times “Waistlines Expand Into a Workplace Issue” quotes a report by the Conference Board and RTI International which … Continue reading →

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