Episode 60: Lessons from the Biggest Loser (Rebroadcast)

America has a weight problem. A full one third of us are classified as obese, and other third are obese. This has implications for individuals, families and society that cut across social and economic factors. We take a look at a handful of studies that take a look at the weight problem from a variety of angles. Metabolic rate, BMI, whole grain intake,physical inactivity, and more.   Resources: CDC Info on Obesity “The Biggest Loser” Study BMI study Whole Grain Study Exercise to Offset Sitting Cost of Physical Inactivity   Be sure and subscribe in iTunes or Stitcher if you haven’t already.  And you know we’d appreciate it so much if you would tell your friends about 2 Docs Talk! Listen on iTunes Listen on Stitcher Now Available on Google Play Music!

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Join cohosts Kendall Britt, MD and Amy Rogers, MD for a 15 minute check-up on current issues in medicine and health policy. The doctors examine current medical concerns in light of the best available medical evidence and the policy issues of the day with a focus on their impact on the doctor patient relationship.