http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/keyword/obesity Inquiries Journal provides undergraduate and graduate students around the world a platform for the wide dissemination of academic work over a range of core disciplines. en-us Thu, 14 May 2026 03:50:50 -0400 Thu, 14 May 2026 03:50:50 -0400 http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/1299/the-danger-of-sitting-down-a-summary-of-the-health-risks-of-excessive-sedentary-behavior By Ronan C. Talty - Excessive sedentary behavior (defined as waking time spent sitting, reclining, or lying down) represents an increasingly noteworthy global health risk, particularly for individuals whose professions require long hours spent sitting at a desk. Despite the undeniable associations between sedentary time and several diseases, few existing health initiatives – from the company to governmental level – address this issue with any substance. This paper resolves present literature regarding the health detriments linked to exorbitant sedentary behavior. It then explores potential alterations... Sun, 08 Nov 2015 05:33 EST http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/1299/the-danger-of-sitting-down-a-summary-of-the-health-risks-of-excessive-sedentary-behavior http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/1089/does-bmi-affect-diagnostic-efficacy-of-computer-aided-diagnostic-software-in-the-identification-of-malignant-pulmonary-nodules-in-dual-energy-subtracted-chest-radiographs By Nicholas J. Novak - The increasing level of obesity in the general population of industrialized nations is a major public health concern. While obesity increases morbidity and mortality, increasing body habitus also impacts the utilization and analysis of medical imaging. The purpose of this retrospective pilot study is to compare the diagnostic effectiveness of Computer Aided Diagnosis (CAD) software (OnGuard™ 5.2) in combination with a hardware based bone suppression tool, Dual Energy Subtraction (DES) radiography on thoracic radiographs of patients with varying levels of obesity. Chest radiographs from 30... Fri, 01 May 2015 12:00 EDT http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/1089/does-bmi-affect-diagnostic-efficacy-of-computer-aided-diagnostic-software-in-the-identification-of-malignant-pulmonary-nodules-in-dual-energy-subtracted-chest-radiographs http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/931/weight-bias-and-anti-fat-attitudes-sources-impacts-and-prevention-methods By Annette E. Chalker - The number of overweight and obese individuals in the United States has steadily increased over the last decade (CDC, 2012). According to the Food Research and Action Center, over two-thirds of adults in the United States are either overweight or obese (2010). The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (2013) states that individuals who are overweight fall within a body mass index range of 25-29.9 and individuals who are obese fall within a body mass index range of 30 and above. Meanwhile, the social environment places a heavy emphasis on dieting and the importance of being thin (Brownell, 1991).... Tue, 28 Oct 2014 10:10 EDT http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/931/weight-bias-and-anti-fat-attitudes-sources-impacts-and-prevention-methods http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/831/the-interactive-indulgence-the-use-of-advergames-to-curb-childhood-obesity By Shannon King - As childhood obesity rates in the United States continue to rise, health professionals and pro-health advocates are looking to utilize interactive media tactics for childhood obesity prevention. This study analyzed the viewpoints of interactive media agency professionals regarding the strategy, measurement, and future potential of advergames. Research was conducted through intensive interviews with agency professionals. This study found that advergames can influence an audience's behavior through their various interactive elements and entertaining platforms. Application of Fisher's Narrative paradigm... Sat, 14 Dec 2013 09:19 EST http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/831/the-interactive-indulgence-the-use-of-advergames-to-curb-childhood-obesity http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/805/proxidant-injection-causes-the-onset-of-type-2-diabetes-in-the-spontaneously-hypertensive-obese-shrobkol-rat By Maria Theodorou - The spontaneously hypertensive obese (SHROB/Kol) rat is a model of prediabetes characterized by normal fasting and high postprandial glucose and insulin resistance. Oxidative stress, through the damaging effects of oxygen radicals, may contribute to the onset of diabetes. Oxidative stress was induced in SHROB with a combination of a proxidant agent, hydroquinone, and a glutathione synthase inhibitor, L-buthionine sulfoximine (both 50 mg/kg ip). Following proxidant injections, plasma peroxide levels were increased within 1 h and returned to baseline within 24h. Diabetes, defined as basal blood... Fri, 22 Nov 2013 08:48 EST http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/805/proxidant-injection-causes-the-onset-of-type-2-diabetes-in-the-spontaneously-hypertensive-obese-shrobkol-rat http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/720/correlation-between-prevalence-of-diabetes-and-lack-of-physical-activity-in-alabama By Ajay P. Peddada - Alabama was cited among the states with greatest prevalence of diabetes for the past five years (Diabetes Surveillance, 2009). There is considerable variation between the counties of Alabama with regards to prevalence of diabetes (Diabetes Surveillance, 2009). Physical inactivity besides diet and obesity is cited as a factor for the cause and progression of diabetes [2]. This study attempts to determine a connection between these observations by comparing the association between physical inactivity and diabetes in urban and rural populations of AlabamaMethods: The center for Disease Control (CDC... Mon, 14 Jan 2013 08:05 EST http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/720/correlation-between-prevalence-of-diabetes-and-lack-of-physical-activity-in-alabama http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/626/the-changing-shape-of-americas-youth-combating-childhood-obesity-using-the-school-nurse By Kayla J. Moneyheffer - Drive past a playground where children are playing and one thing is clear: the children of today come in all different shapes and sizes. The unfortunate reality is that an increasing number of these children are at a higer risk of early death because of childhood obesity. Despite being preventable and treatable, childhood obesity is an epidemic (CDC, 2011). Are children armed with the knowledge required to combat this ever-growing trend? Who is responsible for teaching children what is unhealthy? Healthy lifestyle information must be integrated into elementary school children’s curriculum... Fri, 23 Mar 2012 09:39 EDT http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/626/the-changing-shape-of-americas-youth-combating-childhood-obesity-using-the-school-nurse http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/333/childhood-obesity-prevention-and-the-role-of-school-psychologists By Kendra A. Palmer - Instances of childhood obesity in the United States have increased substantially in recent years. In fact, studies of incidence of obesity over time revealed that, in the period of 25 years, rates increased 2.3 to 3.3-fold in the United States and about 2.8-fold in England (Ebbeling et al., 2002). Astonishingly, between 16-33% of American children and adolescents meet the criteria for being categorized as obese (aacap.org, 2008), which is defined as being in the ninety-fifth percentile or higher in body mass index or BMI (Klein & Dietz, 2009). 300,000 deaths each year are attributable to unhealthy... Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:57 EST http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/333/childhood-obesity-prevention-and-the-role-of-school-psychologists http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/320/the-obesity-epidemic-in-america-and-the-responsibility-of-big-food-manufacturers By Janelle R. Stanish - Millions of people in the United States are considered obese. As waistlines continue to increase, people are asking the question: Who is to blame? Is it because American’s have become lazy and are more irresponsible with their food choices? Are fast food chains the “bad guys”? Are we all genetically pre-disposed to be “fat” or “skinny”?  Or, is there another factor contributing to the widespread obesity problem? We are exposed on a daily basis to hundreds of advertisements, many promoting specific foods that are supposed to be convenient and nutritious... Wed, 10 Nov 2010 10:58 EST http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/320/the-obesity-epidemic-in-america-and-the-responsibility-of-big-food-manufacturers http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/201/americas-growing-problem-increasing-levels-of-childhood-obesity By William K. Boland - However, in a report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) titled U.S. Obesity Trends in Adults from 1991-1998, the two broad conclusions reached state, “The prevalence of obesity increased from 12% in the U.S. population in 1991 to 17.9% in 1998. Obesity increased in every state, for both men and women, across all age categories, all races, all educational levels, and regardless of an individual’s smoking status” (CDC, 448). This statement suggests a dramatic increase in obesity throughout the nation in all areas. Genetics alone cannot possibly be... Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:13 EST http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/201/americas-growing-problem-increasing-levels-of-childhood-obesity http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/100/is-fat-phobia-forever By Aidan J. Starr - Where it is true that at times weight loss is a factor in health problems, it is usually combined with other reasons which would lead to less of a focus on weight loss and more focus on healthy food habits, or may not be a valid reason at all. It is important to listen to oneself, especially when the issue is the quality and longevity of life. It is not only all right to question the advice doctors’ give but may in fact save lives. Going beyond questioning medical professionals it is imperative to insist on clear communication, to fully understand what it is that is being advised. Remember... Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:45 EST http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/100/is-fat-phobia-forever