Milkshake Study: Do Food Labels Affect Hunger?

April 15, 2014 · 0 comments

Alia Crum, a clinical psychologist, conducted a milkshake study to see how information on nutrition labels affects the body's physiological processing of nutrients consumed. For the study, Crum mixed up a large batch of vanilla milkshakes and poured the mixture into bottles with very different nutrition labels. One group of bottles

ObesityHelp Conference Speaker Kyle Brown

April 10, 2014 · 0 comments

We’re happy to introduce Kyle Brown, CCN, CSCS as a speaker for the 2014 ObesityHelp Conference! Breakout Session: How Much Does a Zebra Weigh? Self confidence comes from building a sound mind in a healthy, strong body. Celebrity fitness & nutrition expert and host of “The Empower Hour” on ESPN Radio, Kyle

ObesityHelp Conference – Manhattan Beach Spotlight

April 9, 2014 · 0 comments

The 2014 ObesityHelp Conference will be held August 15-16 at the beautiful Manhattan Beach Marriott in Manhattan Beach, California. While we have planned two days full of education and fun, we also wanted to spotlight the area in case you make time to explore on your own. Sun There are countless

ObesityHelp Conference Emcee and Speaker Diana Vogel

April 8, 2014 · 0 comments

We’re happy to introduce Diana as the 2014 ObesityHelp Conference Emcee! Our attendees fell in love with Diana at #OH2013, where she led two breakout sessions, one on Relationships and the other on Complacency.  We particularly loved her direct and honest approach, sense of humor and how she made everyone

Throw Out Your Scale and Enjoy The Ride

April 7, 2014 · 0 comments

Imagine yourself out in the park, with a basketball in hand, playing an impromptu game with friends. You’re laughing, smiling, and having a good time–not a care in the world. It’s like a form of Tai Chi, meditation in motion. When do the best athletes in nearly every sport have their best

World Health Day

April 6, 2014 · 0 comments

World Health Day is April 7th and the campaign for 2014 is Small Bite: Big Threat. The World Health Organization wants people to be aware of the heath threat posed by mosquitoes, flies, ticks and bugs. As the weather gets warmer, more individuals and families will be participating in outdoor

National Walking Day – Get Moving!

April 2, 2014 · 0 comments

Today is National Walking Day! Celebrate by lacing up your sneakers and get moving for at least 30 minutes! Why Walking? Research has shown that walking at least 30 minutes a day can help you: Reduce your risk of coronary heart disease and stroke Improve your blood pressure, blood sugar levels and blood lipid profile

ObesityHelp Conference Speakers Announced

April 2, 2014 · 0 comments

We are pleased to announce our first six speakers for the 2014 ObesityHelp National Conference. Make sure to stop by and learn more about them, we'll also be adding more details to the agenda soon and announcing the #OH2014 Keynote (you're going to LOVE the keynote)!  There will also be

12-Year-Old Girl’s Condition Improves After Weight Loss Surgery

April 1, 2014 · 0 comments

Doctors who performed weight loss surgery on a 12-year-old girl from Texas said her health condition has already improved just a week after surgery. Surgeons at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center performed a Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy on 12-year-old Alexis Shapiro on March 21st. Once a normal weight child, Alexis rapidly gained

Final Day to Save with OH2014 Early Bird Ticket

March 31, 2014 · 0 comments

Today is the final day to save $25 by purchasing an Early Bird Ticket for the 2014 ObesityHelp Conference! The 11th ObesityHelp Annual National Conference will be held on August 15-16, 2014 in Los Angeles, California at the Manhattan Beach Marriott.  Early Bird Tickets are available until March 31st for