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The Sleep Center at Children's Hospital received accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, making it the only sleep disorders center in Wisconsin dedicated exclusively to the care of children.
Low-fat diets are more effective in preserving and promoting a healthy cardiovascular system than low-carbohydrate diets, according to a new study by researchers at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
Occasionally the thyroid stops functioning properly, producing too much or too little thyroid hormone. Fortunately, both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can be treated effectively, Dr. Gilbert Fareau says.
Dr. Deidre Faust notes that exercise improves bone and cardiovascular health, blood pressure, and overall well-being.
The next time you see your primary care physician, you might leave your appointment with a prescription for a regular dose of exercise. Mark W. Niedfeldt, MD, talks about fitness and the "Exercise Is Medicine" campaign.
"The good news is that these findings should pave the way for a new generation of treatments," noted Ahmed Kissebah, MD, PhD, Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics.
Circadian rhythms, such as our awakening and sleeping routines, are controlled by mechanisms that act like internal clocks. These near 24-hour rhythms affect behavior, physiology and metabolism.
Millions of people in the US have osteoporosis, and 34 million more have osteopenia - they don't have osteoporosis, but have lost enough bone to make it more likely.
"It has long been generally understood that sleep abnormalities are linked to disease progression and shortened longevity, but the specific reasons why this is so have been elusive," says Carol Everson, PhD.
A lipid profile provides information about the amounts four types of fats in the blood. The ideal range for each person depends on individual risk factors, including conditions such as diabetes or heart disease.
Medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and sleep apnea are all substantially improved by surgical weight loss, says Dr. James Wallace. "The effects of the surgery are remarkable, and quite profound in all areas."
Dr. Shane Phillips has observed that many diets work in the beginning because they are designed around rapid weight reduction. "But typically," he cautions, "it is difficult to maintain the same rate of weight loss for long."
Anne Z. Hoch, DO, notes that regarding exercise, "The most important thing is to find an activity you love, and keep at it. Realize you have to make exercise a priority."
As a specialist who treats people with eating disorders, George R. Jacobson, PhD, has seen his share of patients who deliberately starve themselves. Part of the problem, he says, is that they cannot perceive themselves realistically.
Home scales that feature body fat measurement use a technique called "bioelectrical impedance," explains Dr. Julie Mitchell. The method is about 95% to 97% accurate.
A combination of inactive lifestyles and a fat-drenched diet have produced a virtual epidemic of childhood obesity among American children, warns Ramin Alemzadeh, MD, FAAP, Professor of Pediatrics.
Can eating the right foods actually help prevent cancer? According to Dena McDowell, MS, RD, a registered dietician for the Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin Cancer Center, the answer is yes.
Dr. Craig Young sees too many injuries at this time of year. "Keep in mind what the pros do," he cautions. "They have spring training before they go all-out. They remember to take things a step at a time early on."
Dr. Julie Mitchell answers the question "Is there a test to determine how many calories we should eat in order to lose, gain, or maintain our weight?"
While the exact cause of steatohepatitis is not clear, obesity and diabetes can be instigators. The treatment consists of gradual weight loss, physical activity, and control of diabetes and high cholesterol.
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