Research Summaries

Weight Loss
Weight Loss
01/09/2017
A recent trial compared the effects of longer periods of standing verses shorter, but more frequent, periods of standing on the metabolism and energy expenditure of obese men.
01/09/2017
Weight Loss
Weight Loss
01/05/2017
A new study sought to examine the long-term changes in cardiovascular risk factors in relation to sustained weight loss and weight regain in participants 1 year after enrollment in an intensive lifestyle...
01/05/2017
Weight Loss
Weight Loss
12/30/2016
A team of researchers has found that as much as half of the weight gained over the holidays isn’t likely to be lost for months afterward.
12/30/2016
weight
weight
11/29/2016
In a recent study, researchers investigated the effects of weight cycling, weight loss, and weight gain on heart disease risk in older women of various starting weights.
11/29/2016
Weight Management
Weight Management
06/03/2016
A recent study examined the effect of weight loss, achieved through a physician-supervised weight management program, on renal function among morbidly obese patients.
06/03/2016
weight
weight
11/18/2015
A recent study compared the effects of central body fat, fat distribution, and body dissatisfaction on the risk of developing eating disorders in college-age women.
11/18/2015
weight
weight
11/13/2015
According to new research, patients who have a normal body mass index (BMI) but also have central obesity are at a greater risk for cardiovascular mortality.
11/13/2015
Research Summary
Research Summary
09/23/2015
Miranda Manier, BA
A recent study found about 15% of patients with chronic prosthetic joint infection presented with bacteremia, most often among those with diabetes or higher ASA classification. However, blood culture status...
09/23/2015
Research Summary
Research Summary
09/02/2015
Miranda Manier, BA
Perioperative GLP-1 receptor agonist use was associated with lower infection, readmission, and revision rates—and better mobility metrics—after spinal fusion in diabetic patients, with similar benefits in...
09/02/2015
weight
weight
08/26/2015
Researchers evaluated the effects of drinking 500 ml of water before main meal on weight loss efforts in obese adults.
08/26/2015