Obesity & Energy Balance
Many assume that energy balance can be modified independently by altering food intake and levels of physical activity. However, this input a
Causes of Obesity: It is Not Just the Calories
While environmental and behavioral factors play a major role in obesity, it is evident that there are other factors in play. It has been no
Obesity and its Association with Breast Cancer
An old study investigated the link between body weight and the recurrence of breast cancer. This study showed that 55.6% of overweight wome
Surgery Prep and Recovery Nutrition: Grapefruit need to knows
Grapefruit is an excellent source of nutrients, including vitamin C, pectin, and the antioxidant lycopene. It has antimicrobial properties (
MAINTAINING HEALTHY CHOLESTEROL: Fiber for the win?
Dr. Figura summarizes studies by explaining that most cholesterol caused by food intake is absorbed through the GI Tract and Fiber is the ke