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  1. Eight Habits Making You Fat

    Eight Habits Making You Fat

    by MedicalTraveler views: 13,510 2 weeks ago

    According to the CDC's 2010 report, about 1/3 of all Americans are obese...not just overwieght...but REALLY overweight! In fact, no state has a prevalence of obesity under 20%. While it' obvious that "diets" aren't helpi...

  2. vote For the Very Fat: These Health Problems Weigh Heavier

    For the Very Fat: These Health Problems Weigh Heavier

    by SandraMiller views: 17,413 2 weeks ago

    A few extra pounds won't kill you..but these diseases/conditions highly associated with obesity just might. These are the most common "co-morbid" conditions of being excessively overweight. Many insurance companies won't...

  3. 10 Common Medical Travel Procedures

    10 Common Medical Travel Procedures

    by MedicalTraveler views: 14,633 2 weeks ago

    Ever wonder what types of procedures people travel abroad for? Medical travelers choose to travel outside the U.S. for medical care for a variety of reasons including price, expertise, and availability of advanced techniques not y...

  4. 9 Foods on the “No” List for Diabetics

    9 Foods on the “No” List for Diabetics

    by MedicalTraveler views: 7,424 9 months ago

    Most people with diabetes know that they should avoid sugar, but you also need to be on the look out for carbohydrates and alcohol, which also raise your blood sugar. Below is a list of a few items to avoid if you are living with ...