Author Archives: Wendy Scinta

The goal of a maintenance plan is not to continue to lose weight, but to maintain the weight goal you have achieved after a successful diet. [Read more]

As we age, we often find that maintaining a healthy weight becomes more difficult. There are a number of reasons why this is such a common problem. [Read more]

A committee of medical experts recommended doctors should quit using non-specific terms to refer to children when they have weight problems. They should be referred to as obese or overweight in order to make the problem more clear to both kids and parents and to promote healthy weight loss. [Read more]

As more and more adults look for weight loss solutions, studies show that the number of obese kids continues to rise. [Read more]

I would like to clarify the statistics published in the July 25 front-page article, “Linking Abuse to Obesity.” It should have stated that up to 75 percent of my morbidly obese female patients have been affected, not 75 percent of all of my female patients. Not all obese females are victims of abuse, and not all abuse victims are obese. Unfortunately, the correlation does exist with concerning frequency. [Read more]

New research indicates that children who have mothers who work are more likely to struggle with their weight. [Read more]

Officials in the UK launched the National Childhood Obesity Week initiative in July to help bring attention to the growing problem of childhood obesity. Obesity organizations in the UK also hope to educate people about ways to reduce childhood obesity. Some ways to help prevent or reduce existing childhood obesity include: [Read more]

As you age and your metabolism naturally slows down, you may need to find new ways to maintain your weight. New research suggests that may be as easy as going for a brisk walk or riding a bike. [Read more]

As childhood obesity continues to be a significant concern in the United States, researchers are taking a closer look at the best ways to help obese children reach and maintain a healthy weight. New studies suggest that nonintensive weight management programs that utilize frequent visits with a healthcare provider may produce lasting results. [Read more]

Are you looking for a weight loss plan that will help you reach your ideal weight? Do typical weight loss plans sound boring or intimidating? Try a weight loss plan that combines playing video games with proper diet and exercise. [Read more]