Obesity and the receipt of influenza and pneumococcal vaccination: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Conclusions
Combined findings from the current literature suggest that adults with obesity are more likely than non-obese peers to receive vaccination for influenza and pneumococcus. However, suboptimal vaccination coverage was observed across all body sizes, so future interventions should focus on improving vaccination rates for all adults. (Source: BMC Obesity)
Source: BMC Obesity - May 2, 2016 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
Erratum to: Impact of an integrated obesity management system on patient ’s care - research protocol
(Source: BMC Obesity)
Source: BMC Obesity - April 28, 2016 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
Effect of obesity on molecular characteristics of invasive breast tumors: gene expression analysis in a large cohort of female patients
Conclusions
Identification of transcriptome differences in luminal A tumors from normal-weight compared to obese women suggests that obesity alters gene expression within ER+ tumor epithelial cells. Alterations of pathways involved in cell cycle control, tumorigenesis and metabolism may promote cellular proliferation and provide a molecular explanation for less favorable outcome of obese women with breast cancer. Targeted treatments, such as mTOR inhibitors, may allow for improved treatment and survival of obese women, especially African American women, who are more likely to be obese and suffer outco...
Source: BMC Obesity - April 28, 2016 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
Erratum to: Impact of an integrated obesity management system on patient’s care - research protocol
(Source: BMC Obesity)
Source: BMC Obesity - April 28, 2016 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
Weight status misperceptions among UK adults: the use of self-reported vs. measured BMI
Conclusions
A large proportion of UK adults who are overweight misperceive their weight status. The use of self-reported BMI data is likely to produce biased estimates of weight status misperceptions. The use of objectively measured BMI is preferable as it will provide more accurate estimates of weight misperception. (Source: BMC Obesity)
Source: BMC Obesity - April 25, 2016 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
Obesity trends by industry of employment in the United States, 2004 to 2011
Conclusions
Obesity trends varied substantially overall as well as within and between race-gender groups across employment industries. These findings demonstrate the need for further investigation of racial and sociocultural disparities in the work-obesity relationship to employ strategies designed to address these disparities while improving health among all US workers. Further research and interventions among workers in industries with an increasing or high prevalence of obesity should be prioritized. (Source: BMC Obesity)
Source: BMC Obesity - April 1, 2016 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
Overweight and abdominal obesity as determinants of undiagnosed diabetes and pre-diabetes in Bangladesh
Conclusion
Both overweight and abdominal obesity contribute to the hidden public health threat of undiagnosed diabetes and pre-diabetes. Awareness raising and screening of high risk groups combined with a tailored approach are essential for halting the epidemic of diabetes and pre-diabetes in Bangladesh. (Source: BMC Obesity)
Source: BMC Obesity - March 18, 2016 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
A single oral dose of a polyglucosamine influences the bioavailability of [9- 14 C]-Oleic acid in adult female Göttingen minipigs
Conclusions
This study shows that treatment with polyglucosamine (formoline L112) reduces (as judged by Cmax & AUC) and delays (as judged by Tmax) fat absorption from the gastrointestinal tract into the systemic circulation and limits peak exposure to free fatty acids which may contribute to a more beneficial condition in overweight humans. (Source: BMC Obesity)
Source: BMC Obesity - March 15, 2016 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
Menu labelling and food choice in obese adults: a feasibility study
Conclusions
The findings suggest that menu labelling should be enforced in the UK as it is both beneficial to promoting healthy eating and in demand. This study is the first to examine menu labelling in a UK obese population using energy expenditure equivalents to provide nutritional information. (Source: BMC Obesity)
Source: BMC Obesity - March 12, 2016 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
Readability and content analysis of lifestyle education resources for weight management in Australian general practice
Conclusion
A body of evidence now exists that supports the need to develop evidence-based education resources for weight management that place low demand on literacy, without compromising content accuracy. The findings from this study suggest that there is significant room for improvement in the educational resources provided in general practices. (Source: BMC Obesity)
Source: BMC Obesity - March 9, 2016 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
Predictors of early attrition and successful weight loss in patients attending an obesity management program
Conclusion
As WL is positively and independently related with treatment time, individuals at risk for early attrition may need alternative treatment options, in order to improve patient retention and improve WL success. (Source: BMC Obesity)
Source: BMC Obesity - March 9, 2016 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
Effectiveness analysis of an internet-based intervention for overweight adolescents: next steps for researchers and clinicians
Conclusions
Our findings provide little support for the effectiveness of internet-based weight management programs as an add-on to the standard intervention.
Trial registration
NCT01904474 (Source: BMC Obesity)
Source: BMC Obesity - March 9, 2016 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
Determinants of overweight or obesity among ever-married adult women in Bangladesh
Conclusions
The findings of the study indicate that a large number of women in Bangladesh are suffering from being overweight or obese, and multiple factors are responsible for this including, older age, being from wealthy households, higher education, being from food-secured households, watching TV at least once a week, and being an unemployed urban woman. Given the anticipated long-term effects, the factors that are associated with being overweight or obese should be considered while formulating an effective intervention for the women of Bangladesh. (Source: BMC Obesity)
Source: BMC Obesity - March 1, 2016 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
Factors associated with BMI, underweight, overweight, and obesity among adults in a population of rural south India: a cross-sectional study
Conclusion
Underweight, overweight, and obesity are prevalent in rural regions of southern India, indicating a village-level dual burden. A variety of variables are associated with these conditions, including physical activity, socioeconomic position, rurality, television use, and diet. To address the both underweight and obesity, policymakers must simultaneously focus on encouraging positive behaviour through education and addressing society-level risk factors that inhibit individuals from achieving optimal health. (Source: BMC Obesity)
Source: BMC Obesity - February 20, 2016 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
Finding big shots: small-area mapping and spatial modelling of obesity among Swiss male conscripts
Conclusion
In Switzerland, there is a substantial spatial variation in obesity risk among young Swiss men. Small-area estimates of obesity risk derived from conscripts records contribute to its understanding and could be used to design further studies and interventions. (Source: BMC Obesity)
Source: BMC Obesity - February 18, 2016 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
