January 16, 2007

Obesity surgery expands as way to lose pounds

Obesity surgery expands as way to lose pounds

The number of morbidly obese Americans undergoing weight-loss surgery has skyrocketed in all age groups since 1998 as the nation's obesity rate has climbed, a new federal report shows.
Source: feeds.feedburner.com

Fat Dog Alert! Did the FDA Really Approve the First Drug to Combat Canine Obesity?
On Friday, January 5, 2007 the FDA approved Slentrol, the first drug for obese dogs.
Source: biz.yahoo.com

Spending Pounds - To Shed Ounces
People across the UK spend almost 150 for every pound they shed trying to get in shape, according to a report.
Source: www.ananova.com