Human physiology is designed to use three different types of molecules for our energy requirements.  Carbohydrates, fats, and proteins can be used to sustain the normal metabolic activities required for human life.  Carbohydrates will be used preferentially before both fats and proteins.  The most basic of carbohydrate molecules is glucose, and the body obtains glucose […]

As a result of the obesity epidemic occurring throughout the world, weight loss and fitness has become a multibillion dollar industry.  There have been numerous diets that have been recommended for weight loss and traditionally, a low fat high carbohydrate diet has been recommended.  The erroneous nature of this recommendation has been increasingly recognized.  High […]

Obesity has been associated with metabolic disorders such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol levels, high triglycerides levels, increased visceral fat deposits, and high blood pressure.  Obesity has also been associated with the metabolic syndrome, a condition which increases cardiovascular risk and predisposes to heart attack and stroke.  As a result, obesity has generally been […]

Diabetes increased the risk for several associated diseases including heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure.  Diabetes causes damage to the vascular system of the body and thus accelerates the atherosclerotic process primarily through increased inflammation.  The chronic system inflammation that is caused by diabetes results in a pro-coagulant state which can lead to thrombus and […]

There is a growing obesity epidemic among adults in the world today.  In addition to the problem that adults face, obesity is becoming increasing prevalent in adolescents as well.  The rise in the childhood obesity epidemic has caused increasing rates of childhood insulin resistance and diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol levels.  The metabolic […]

Low carbohydrate diets, also termed low carb diets, are nutritional dietary regimens that restrict the amount of ingested simple and complex carbohydrate in order to allow weight loss. Foods such as pasta, bread, cookies, and cake are kept to a minimum while increasing the amount of foods composed of protein and fat. Meat, chicken, seafood, […]

The type A personality is characterized by anger, aggression, impatience, and hostility. In contrast, the type b personality is characterized by a care free and easy going demeanor. Previous studies have shown an association between type A personality and the risk of developing coronary artery disease, also known as heart disease. This association has been […]

Obesity contributes to the development of several health disorders including type 2 diabetes, arthritic deformity of the joints, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and several types of cancers. Increased body fat can be distributed in different parts of the body. The influence on your health is determined by the place where fat accumulated. Central […]

The beneficial effects of living a healthy lifestyle are well known and documented. A healthy lifestyle consists of dieting to maintain a normal weight, limiting alcohol consumption, smoking cessation, and obtaining regular exercise. The World Health Organization recommends 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise per week for normal adults. Regular physical activity and exercise can […]

The health risks of smoking tobacco are well known. Tobacco smoking increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, cancer, and can lead to the development of emphysema and chronic bronchitis. According to a survey conducted by the National Center for Health Statistics, in 2008 the United States had an estimated 24.8 million men (23.1 percent) […]