Childhood obesity has become a significant global health crisis, nearly doubling since 1990 and impacting children across every continent. This troubling trend is linked to various factors, including the rise of ultra-processed foods, sedentary lifestyles, and targeted advertising. As a result, childhood obesity is associated with severe health issues like hypertension and diabetes, raising alarms… Read More »
As World Heart Day approaches, attention is turning to the alarming rise in heart disease among younger populations. Environmental factors, poor lifestyle choices, and mental health issues are playing significant roles in the increasing rates of cardiovascular disease (CVD) among youth, particularly in countries like India. This surge in heart-related illnesses poses a substantial public… Read More »
Uncategorized Jul 3, 2021• Each week I’ve been adding a brief tidbits section to the THCB Reader, our weekly newsletter that summarizes the best of THCB that week (Sign up here!). Then I had the brainwave to add them to the blog. They’re short and usually not too sweet! –Matthew Holt In this week’s health… Read More »
Hi friends! Sharing a new podcast episode this morning with Amanda Nighbert, RD. I watched her TEDx talk and was nodding my head enthusiastically the entire time. THIS is the message that we all need to hear! I love how she promotes a balanced and realistic lifestyle, and focuses on teaching others on how to… Read More »