NIH Obesity News NIH Press Releases 2013 NIH scientists identify molecular link between metabolism and breast cancer (February 5, 2013) www.nih.gov/news/health/feb2013/nci-05.htm 2012 NIH study finds leisure-time physical activity extends life expectancy as much as 4.5 years (November 6, 2012) www.nih.gov/news/health/nov2012/nci-06.htm Weight loss does not lower heart disease risk from type 2 diabetes (October 19, 2012) Intervention stopped early in NIH-funded study of weight loss in overweight and obese adults with type 2 diabetes after finding no harm, but no cardiovascular benefits www.nih.gov/news/health/oct2012/niddk-19.htm "Biggest Loser" study finds modest diet and exercise can sustain weight loss (October 15, 2012) NIH research shows exercise as key in reducing body fat while preserving muscle www.nih.gov/news/health/oct2012/niddk-15.htm Weight-loss Surgery Increases Alcohol Use Disorders Over Time (June 18, 2012) NIH-funded study sheds light on risk of bariatric procedures www.nih.gov/news/health/jun2012/niddk-18.htm NIH-funded study examines use of mobile technology to improve diet and activity behavior (May 30, 2012) www.nih.gov/news/health/may2012/nhlbi-30.htm NIH research featured in HBO documentary series on obesity (April 30, 2012) www.nih.gov/news/health/apr2012/niddk-30.htm Two drugs better than one to treat youth with type 2 diabetes NIH-funded study addresses emerging health problem (April 29, 2012) www.nih.gov/news/health/apr2012/niddk-29.htm Weight loss and increased fitness slow decline of mobility in adults NIH-funded research could lead to lower health care costs for adults with type 2 diabetes (March 28, 2012) www.nih.gov/news/health/mar2012/niddk-28.htm 2011 NIH research model predicts weight with varying diet, exercise changes Findings challenge one-size-fits-all weight assumptions (August 25, 2011) www.nih.gov/news/health/aug2011/niddk-25.htm Protein linked to Parkinson’s disease may regulate fat metabolism Preliminary NIH study may have implications for early onset of the disease (August 25, 2011) www.nih.gov/news/health/aug2011/nhlbi-25.htm Compound improves health, increases lifespan of obese mice (Aug 19, 2011) www.nih.gov/news/health/aug2011/nia-18.htm NIH findings in mice have potential to curb obesity and type 2 diabetes Discovery makes white fat mimic energy-burning brown fat, muscle (July 5, 2011) www.nih.gov/news/health/jul2011/niddk-05.htm New strategic plan for NIH obesity research seeks to curb epidemic Researchers, health care professionals, the public create comprehensive plan (March 31, 2011) www.nih.gov/news/health/mar2011/niddk-31.htm New NIH cookbook encourages families to eat healthfully Keep the Beat Recipes: Deliciously Healthy Family Meals (February 14, 2011) www.nih.gov/news/health/feb2011/nhlbi-14.htm 2010 NIH study identifies ideal body mass index Overweight and obesity associated with increased risk of death (December 1, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/dec2010/nci-01.htm Trials use technology to help young adults achieve healthy weights Seven NIH-funded trials seek participants to use Web, cell phones, social networking (November 29, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/nov2010/nhlbi-29.htm Lifestyle intervention improves risk factors in type 2 diabetes: Diabetes control and cardiovascular risks sustained over four years (September 30, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/sep2010/niddk-30.htm NIH-Funded Studies Aim to Prevent, Treat Childhood Obesity -- Researchers will also evaluate strategies for children, communities, homes, and schools (September 9, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/sep2010/nhlbi-09.htm NIH Study Shows How Insulin Stimulates Fat Cells to Take in Glucose -- Findings could aid in understanding diabetes, related conditions (September 7, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/sep2010/nichd-07.htm New Compound Improves Obesity-Related Health Complications in NIH-Led Study (July 26, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/jul2010/niaaa-26.htm Intervention Lowered Obesity Rate in Youth at High Diabetes Risk, HEALTHY Study Finds -- Number of overweight and obese youth fell in program and comparison schools (June 28, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/jun2010/niddk-28.htm NIH Study Finds That Overweight Girls Who Lose Weight Reduce Adult Diabetes Risk (May 27, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/may2010/nichd-27.htm Risk of Newborn Heart Defects Increases with Maternal Obesity (April 7, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/apr2010/nichd-07.htm Common Mechanisms of Drug Abuse and Obesity: Research Suggests Food Availability Could Prompt Addiction (March 28, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/mar2010/nida-28.htm Diet Quality Worsens as Alcohol Intake Increases (March 25, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/mar2010/niaaa-25.htm 2009 NIH Launches Program to Develop Innovative Approaches to Combat Obesity (December 10, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/dec2009/nhlbi-10.htm A Decade Later, Lifestyle Changes or Metformin Still Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk (October 29, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/oct2009/niddk-29.htm NCMHD Recovery Act Funds Support Obesity Disparities in the U.S. Affiliated Pacific Basin Jurisdiction (October 28, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/oct2009/ncmhd-28.htm Treating Even Mild Gestational Diabetes Reduces Birth Complications (September 30, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/sep2009/nichd-30.htm NHLBI Awards Recovery Act Funds to Support Study of Parents' Role in Adolescent Eating and Activity Behaviors (August 19, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/aug2009/nhlbi-19.htm NIH Study Finds Low Short-term Risks After Bariatric Surgery for Extreme Obesity (July 30, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/jul2009/niddk-30.htm NIH Expands Human Microbiome Project; Funds Sequencing Centers and Disease Projects (June 23, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/jun2009/nhgri-23.htm New Data Analysis Shows Possible Link between Childhood Obesity and Allergies (May 4, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/may2009/niehs-04.htm First Sister Study Results Reinforce the Importance of Healthy Living (March 16, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/mar2009/niehs-16.htm Heart-Healthy, Reduced-Calorie Diets Promote Long-term Weight Loss, Regardless of Fat, Protein, and Carbohydrate Content (February 25, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/feb2009/nhlbi-25.htm Weight Loss in Overweight and Obese Women Reduces Urinary Incontinence (January 28, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/jan2009/niddk-28.htm 2008 Teaching Tools Foster Science and Diabetes Education in Native American Schools (November 12, 2008) www.nih.gov/news/health/nov2008/niddk-12.htm New Complementary and Alternative Medicine Research Centers Target Stress-Related Illnesses, Obesity, Cancer, and Other Conditions (October 21, 2008) www.nih.gov/news/health/oct2008/nccam-21.htm Low Levels of Brain Chemical May Lead to Obesity, NIH Study of Rare Disorder Shows (August 27, 2008) www.nih.gov/news/health/aug2008/nichd-27a.htm Children’s Physical Activity Drops From Age 9 to 15, NIH Study Indicates: By 15, Most Fail To Reach Recommended Activity Level (July 15, 2008) www.nih.gov/news/health/jul2008/nichd-15.htm Research Uncovers Little-Known Impacts of Smell and Taste on Health (July 15, 2008) www.nih.gov/news/health/jul2008/nidcd-15.htm We Can! Joins National Call for Reducing Screen Time During Turnoff Week (April 15, 2008) www.nih.gov/news/health/apr2008/nhlbi-15.htm Excess Fat Around the Waist May Increase Death Risk for Women (April 7, 2008) www.nih.gov/news/health/apr2008/niddk-07.htm 2007 NIH Announces Collaboration with National Council of Negro Women to Reduce Childhood Overweight (December 6, 2007) www.nih.gov/news/pr/dec2007/nichd-06.htm Acting U.S. Surgeon General Galson, NIH Director Zerhouni Announce Expanded Efforts to Address Nationwide Childhood Overweight Epidemic (November 29, 2007) public.nhlbi.nih.gov/newsroom/home/GetPressRelease.aspx?id=2494 Ozone Can Affect Heavier People More (November 27, 2007) www.niehs.nih.gov/news/releases/2007/ozone.cfm New NIH-Supported Study Characterizes Social Networks of Family, Friends Influencing Obesity (July 25, 2007) www.nih.gov/news/pr/jul2007/nia-25.htm NIH Launches "We Can!" City Program to Prevent Childhood Overweight (April 25, 2007) www.nih.gov/news/pr/apr2007/nhlbi-25.htm NIH Launches Study to Assess Bariatric Surgery in Adolescents (April 16, 2007) www.nih.gov/news/pr/apr2007/niddk-16.htm 2006 Reduced Levels of Fat in the Diet May Decrease the Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence According to New Clinical Trial (December 19, 2006) www.nih.gov/news/pr/dec2006/nci-19.htm Study Demonstrates Improved Health, Survival in Aged Overweight Male Mice on Resveratrol (November 1, 2006) NIH Funds Largest Long-Term Study of Health and Disease in Hispanic/Latino Populations -- Hispanic Community Health Study to Begin in Four Cities (October 12, 2006) www.nih.gov/news/pr/oct2006/nhlbi-12.htm Overweight in Early Childhood Increases Chances for Obesity at Age 12 (September 5, 2006) www.nichd.nih.gov/news/releases/obesity_risk_early_childhood.cfm Obesity in Men Linked to Infertility (August 31, 2006) www.nih.gov/news/pr/aug2006/niehs-31.htm New Study Seeks to Lower Diabetes Risk in Youth (August 28, 2006) www.nih.gov/news/pr/aug2006/niddk-28.htm Youth Overweight Increases Risk of Bone Fractures, Muscle and Joint Pain (June 6, 2006) www.nichd.nih.gov/news/releases/youth_overweight.cfm Materials Help Kids Evaluate Media Messages, Make Food, Activity Choices (May 24, 2006) www.nichd.nih.gov/news/releases/materials_help_youth_evalute.cfm News from the Women's Health Initiative: Reducing Total Fat Intake May Have a Small Effect on Risk of Breast Cancer, No Effect On Risk of Colorectal Cancer, Heart Disease, or Stroke. (February 7, 2006) www.nih.gov/news/pr/feb2006/nhlbi-07.htm Weight Loss Improves Bladder Control In Women With Prediabetes. (January 27, 2006) www.nih.gov/news/pr/jan2006/niddk-27.htm Low Fat Dietary Pattern and Weight Change - the WHI Dietary Modification Trial. (January 3, 2006) www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-01-03.htm
NIH scientists identify molecular link between metabolism and breast cancer (February 5, 2013) www.nih.gov/news/health/feb2013/nci-05.htm
NIH study finds leisure-time physical activity extends life expectancy as much as 4.5 years (November 6, 2012) www.nih.gov/news/health/nov2012/nci-06.htm
Weight loss does not lower heart disease risk from type 2 diabetes (October 19, 2012) Intervention stopped early in NIH-funded study of weight loss in overweight and obese adults with type 2 diabetes after finding no harm, but no cardiovascular benefits www.nih.gov/news/health/oct2012/niddk-19.htm
"Biggest Loser" study finds modest diet and exercise can sustain weight loss (October 15, 2012) NIH research shows exercise as key in reducing body fat while preserving muscle www.nih.gov/news/health/oct2012/niddk-15.htm
Weight-loss Surgery Increases Alcohol Use Disorders Over Time (June 18, 2012) NIH-funded study sheds light on risk of bariatric procedures www.nih.gov/news/health/jun2012/niddk-18.htm
NIH-funded study examines use of mobile technology to improve diet and activity behavior (May 30, 2012) www.nih.gov/news/health/may2012/nhlbi-30.htm
NIH research featured in HBO documentary series on obesity (April 30, 2012) www.nih.gov/news/health/apr2012/niddk-30.htm
Two drugs better than one to treat youth with type 2 diabetes NIH-funded study addresses emerging health problem (April 29, 2012) www.nih.gov/news/health/apr2012/niddk-29.htm
Weight loss and increased fitness slow decline of mobility in adults NIH-funded research could lead to lower health care costs for adults with type 2 diabetes (March 28, 2012) www.nih.gov/news/health/mar2012/niddk-28.htm
NIH research model predicts weight with varying diet, exercise changes Findings challenge one-size-fits-all weight assumptions (August 25, 2011) www.nih.gov/news/health/aug2011/niddk-25.htm
Protein linked to Parkinson’s disease may regulate fat metabolism Preliminary NIH study may have implications for early onset of the disease (August 25, 2011) www.nih.gov/news/health/aug2011/nhlbi-25.htm
Compound improves health, increases lifespan of obese mice (Aug 19, 2011) www.nih.gov/news/health/aug2011/nia-18.htm
NIH findings in mice have potential to curb obesity and type 2 diabetes Discovery makes white fat mimic energy-burning brown fat, muscle (July 5, 2011) www.nih.gov/news/health/jul2011/niddk-05.htm
New strategic plan for NIH obesity research seeks to curb epidemic Researchers, health care professionals, the public create comprehensive plan (March 31, 2011) www.nih.gov/news/health/mar2011/niddk-31.htm
New NIH cookbook encourages families to eat healthfully Keep the Beat Recipes: Deliciously Healthy Family Meals (February 14, 2011) www.nih.gov/news/health/feb2011/nhlbi-14.htm
NIH study identifies ideal body mass index Overweight and obesity associated with increased risk of death (December 1, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/dec2010/nci-01.htm
Trials use technology to help young adults achieve healthy weights Seven NIH-funded trials seek participants to use Web, cell phones, social networking (November 29, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/nov2010/nhlbi-29.htm
Lifestyle intervention improves risk factors in type 2 diabetes: Diabetes control and cardiovascular risks sustained over four years (September 30, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/sep2010/niddk-30.htm
NIH-Funded Studies Aim to Prevent, Treat Childhood Obesity -- Researchers will also evaluate strategies for children, communities, homes, and schools (September 9, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/sep2010/nhlbi-09.htm
NIH Study Shows How Insulin Stimulates Fat Cells to Take in Glucose -- Findings could aid in understanding diabetes, related conditions (September 7, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/sep2010/nichd-07.htm
New Compound Improves Obesity-Related Health Complications in NIH-Led Study (July 26, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/jul2010/niaaa-26.htm
Intervention Lowered Obesity Rate in Youth at High Diabetes Risk, HEALTHY Study Finds -- Number of overweight and obese youth fell in program and comparison schools (June 28, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/jun2010/niddk-28.htm
NIH Study Finds That Overweight Girls Who Lose Weight Reduce Adult Diabetes Risk (May 27, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/may2010/nichd-27.htm
Risk of Newborn Heart Defects Increases with Maternal Obesity (April 7, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/apr2010/nichd-07.htm
Common Mechanisms of Drug Abuse and Obesity: Research Suggests Food Availability Could Prompt Addiction (March 28, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/mar2010/nida-28.htm
Diet Quality Worsens as Alcohol Intake Increases (March 25, 2010) www.nih.gov/news/health/mar2010/niaaa-25.htm
NIH Launches Program to Develop Innovative Approaches to Combat Obesity (December 10, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/dec2009/nhlbi-10.htm
A Decade Later, Lifestyle Changes or Metformin Still Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk (October 29, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/oct2009/niddk-29.htm
NCMHD Recovery Act Funds Support Obesity Disparities in the U.S. Affiliated Pacific Basin Jurisdiction (October 28, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/oct2009/ncmhd-28.htm
Treating Even Mild Gestational Diabetes Reduces Birth Complications (September 30, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/sep2009/nichd-30.htm
NHLBI Awards Recovery Act Funds to Support Study of Parents' Role in Adolescent Eating and Activity Behaviors (August 19, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/aug2009/nhlbi-19.htm
NIH Study Finds Low Short-term Risks After Bariatric Surgery for Extreme Obesity (July 30, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/jul2009/niddk-30.htm
NIH Expands Human Microbiome Project; Funds Sequencing Centers and Disease Projects (June 23, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/jun2009/nhgri-23.htm
New Data Analysis Shows Possible Link between Childhood Obesity and Allergies (May 4, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/may2009/niehs-04.htm
First Sister Study Results Reinforce the Importance of Healthy Living (March 16, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/mar2009/niehs-16.htm
Heart-Healthy, Reduced-Calorie Diets Promote Long-term Weight Loss, Regardless of Fat, Protein, and Carbohydrate Content (February 25, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/feb2009/nhlbi-25.htm
Weight Loss in Overweight and Obese Women Reduces Urinary Incontinence (January 28, 2009) www.nih.gov/news/health/jan2009/niddk-28.htm
Teaching Tools Foster Science and Diabetes Education in Native American Schools (November 12, 2008) www.nih.gov/news/health/nov2008/niddk-12.htm
New Complementary and Alternative Medicine Research Centers Target Stress-Related Illnesses, Obesity, Cancer, and Other Conditions (October 21, 2008) www.nih.gov/news/health/oct2008/nccam-21.htm
Low Levels of Brain Chemical May Lead to Obesity, NIH Study of Rare Disorder Shows (August 27, 2008) www.nih.gov/news/health/aug2008/nichd-27a.htm
Children’s Physical Activity Drops From Age 9 to 15, NIH Study Indicates: By 15, Most Fail To Reach Recommended Activity Level (July 15, 2008) www.nih.gov/news/health/jul2008/nichd-15.htm
Research Uncovers Little-Known Impacts of Smell and Taste on Health (July 15, 2008) www.nih.gov/news/health/jul2008/nidcd-15.htm
We Can! Joins National Call for Reducing Screen Time During Turnoff Week (April 15, 2008) www.nih.gov/news/health/apr2008/nhlbi-15.htm
Excess Fat Around the Waist May Increase Death Risk for Women (April 7, 2008) www.nih.gov/news/health/apr2008/niddk-07.htm
NIH Announces Collaboration with National Council of Negro Women to Reduce Childhood Overweight (December 6, 2007) www.nih.gov/news/pr/dec2007/nichd-06.htm
Acting U.S. Surgeon General Galson, NIH Director Zerhouni Announce Expanded Efforts to Address Nationwide Childhood Overweight Epidemic (November 29, 2007) public.nhlbi.nih.gov/newsroom/home/GetPressRelease.aspx?id=2494
Ozone Can Affect Heavier People More (November 27, 2007) www.niehs.nih.gov/news/releases/2007/ozone.cfm
New NIH-Supported Study Characterizes Social Networks of Family, Friends Influencing Obesity (July 25, 2007) www.nih.gov/news/pr/jul2007/nia-25.htm
NIH Launches "We Can!" City Program to Prevent Childhood Overweight (April 25, 2007) www.nih.gov/news/pr/apr2007/nhlbi-25.htm
NIH Launches Study to Assess Bariatric Surgery in Adolescents (April 16, 2007) www.nih.gov/news/pr/apr2007/niddk-16.htm
Reduced Levels of Fat in the Diet May Decrease the Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence According to New Clinical Trial (December 19, 2006) www.nih.gov/news/pr/dec2006/nci-19.htm
Study Demonstrates Improved Health, Survival in Aged Overweight Male Mice on Resveratrol (November 1, 2006)
NIH Funds Largest Long-Term Study of Health and Disease in Hispanic/Latino Populations -- Hispanic Community Health Study to Begin in Four Cities (October 12, 2006) www.nih.gov/news/pr/oct2006/nhlbi-12.htm
Overweight in Early Childhood Increases Chances for Obesity at Age 12 (September 5, 2006) www.nichd.nih.gov/news/releases/obesity_risk_early_childhood.cfm
Obesity in Men Linked to Infertility (August 31, 2006) www.nih.gov/news/pr/aug2006/niehs-31.htm
New Study Seeks to Lower Diabetes Risk in Youth (August 28, 2006) www.nih.gov/news/pr/aug2006/niddk-28.htm
Youth Overweight Increases Risk of Bone Fractures, Muscle and Joint Pain (June 6, 2006) www.nichd.nih.gov/news/releases/youth_overweight.cfm
Materials Help Kids Evaluate Media Messages, Make Food, Activity Choices (May 24, 2006) www.nichd.nih.gov/news/releases/materials_help_youth_evalute.cfm
News from the Women's Health Initiative: Reducing Total Fat Intake May Have a Small Effect on Risk of Breast Cancer, No Effect On Risk of Colorectal Cancer, Heart Disease, or Stroke. (February 7, 2006) www.nih.gov/news/pr/feb2006/nhlbi-07.htm
Weight Loss Improves Bladder Control In Women With Prediabetes. (January 27, 2006) www.nih.gov/news/pr/jan2006/niddk-27.htm
Low Fat Dietary Pattern and Weight Change - the WHI Dietary Modification Trial. (January 3, 2006) www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-01-03.htm