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Danny Welbeck Weight Loss 2012 Danny Welbeck Diet Programs - Isn't amazing how all of the celebrities you see have a celebrity diet plan for weight loss to maintain their weight. Some of them are shapely and healthy looking, and look good on camera. Others look like they haven't eaten in weeks, like they just got back from the famine in Ethiopia for a few weeks. Like they had been starving themselves to lose weight, and that is probably what they have been doing. You see it in all the tabloids, this person lost 100 pounds again, this one gained 100 pounds, and then lost 150 pounds. Some are not as dramatic; this one lost 40 pounds and is a television spokesperson, because the previous celebrity diet spokesperson gained the weight back. The fact is they may be starving themselves to lose weight, fasting like they are going through a famine.

Celebrities make dieting look so easy, don't they? One month they're on the cover of US Weekly for gaining too much weight and the next they're headlining the "sexiest beach bods" story. It is true that seriously overweight people can lose large amounts of fat in a quick amount of time, because of the large fat content in their cells. But those that are only a few pounds overweight, losing 40 pounds in a month, is not only starvation, it is malnutrition and can have serious side effects. Our body weight can fluctuate day to day and the best diets take the weight off gradually, the way it came on.

Researches indicate that individuals who indulge in a weight loss program by taking prepared meals end up losing an additional 31% weight as against those who cook their own meals. With help, losing weight is made easier and at times much faster as against doing it on your own.Diet delivery is gaining popularity in a big way as it is fairly affordable by even the common man, roughly around $20 a day with an increasing variety to choose from. A few of which include: Zone-compliant meal, low carbs plan, veggie meals, and gourmet too.

"Click Here to Watch Weird VIDEO About The 5 Foods that KILL Abdominal Fat!"

With the rapidly increasing epidemic of obesity and increasing BMI levels, there is an array of products and diet plan to aid in combating obesity. Celebrity slim diet, the basic idea is to educate people and not to depict food as an enemy. Like a lot of famous diets in Hollywood, if your body thinks you are starving, it is going to hold on to every calorie you take in to keep you from starving to death instead of burning them for energy. When you follow a properly balanced weight loss diet, your metabolism will hardly notice the decrease in calories and continue to burn fat it doesn't need to store. This is a more long-term weight loss strategy.

Celebrities do not have secrets about dieting. They are normal people like the rest of us but, unlike most of us, they have people working for them such as diet advisors and personal trainers. Celebrity diets involve a level of commitment and dedication which we struggle with. The best celebrity diets involve eating sensibly and limiting our calorie intake. Having these factors in mind will allow you to have safe and easy weight loss that will provide you with short term and long term consistent results.

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Katy Perry Weight Loss 2012 Katy Perry Diet Programs - Isn't amazing how all of the celebrities you see have a celebrity diet plan for weight loss to maintain their weight. Some of them are shapely and healthy looking, and look good on camera. Others look like they haven't eaten in weeks, like they just got back from the famine in Ethiopia for a few weeks. Like they had been starving themselves to lose weight, and that is probably what they have been doing. You see it in all the tabloids, this person lost 100 pounds again, this one gained 100 pounds, and then lost 150 pounds. Some are not as dramatic; this one lost 40 pounds and is a television spokesperson, because the previous celebrity diet spokesperson gained the weight back. The fact is they may be starving themselves to lose weight, fasting like they are going through a famine.

Celebrities make dieting look so easy, don't they? One month they're on the cover of US Weekly for gaining too much weight and the next they're headlining the "sexiest beach bods" story. It is true that seriously overweight people can lose large amounts of fat in a quick amount of time, because of the large fat content in their cells. But those that are only a few pounds overweight, losing 40 pounds in a month, is not only starvation, it is malnutrition and can have serious side effects. Our body weight can fluctuate day to day and the best diets take the weight off gradually, the way it came on.

Researches indicate that individuals who indulge in a weight loss program by taking prepared meals end up losing an additional 31% weight as against those who cook their own meals. With help, losing weight is made easier and at times much faster as against doing it on your own.Diet delivery is gaining popularity in a big way as it is fairly affordable by even the common man, roughly around $20 a day with an increasing variety to choose from. A few of which include: Zone-compliant meal, low carbs plan, veggie meals, and gourmet too.

"Click Here to Watch Weird VIDEO About The 5 Foods that KILL Abdominal Fat!"

With the rapidly increasing epidemic of obesity and increasing BMI levels, there is an array of products and diet plan to aid in combating obesity. Celebrity slim diet, the basic idea is to educate people and not to depict food as an enemy. Like a lot of famous diets in Hollywood, if your body thinks you are starving, it is going to hold on to every calorie you take in to keep you from starving to death instead of burning them for energy. When you follow a properly balanced weight loss diet, your metabolism will hardly notice the decrease in calories and continue to burn fat it doesn't need to store. This is a more long-term weight loss strategy.

Celebrities do not have secrets about dieting. They are normal people like the rest of us but, unlike most of us, they have people working for them such as diet advisors and personal trainers. Celebrity diets involve a level of commitment and dedication which we struggle with. The best celebrity diets involve eating sensibly and limiting our calorie intake. Having these factors in mind will allow you to have safe and easy weight loss that will provide you with short term and long term consistent results.

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PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Amylin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (AMLN) and Alkermes plc (ALKS) today announced results from the long-term extension of the DURATION-1 study, which showed that BYDUREON (exenatide extended-release for injectable suspension), the first and only once-weekly treatment for type 2 diabetes, was associated with clinically significant and sustained improvements in glycemic control during four years of treatment in adults with type 2 diabetes.

In the study, being presented at the 72nd Scientific Sessions of the American Diabetes Association in Philadelphia, patients completing four years of BYDUREON treatment experienced clinically significant improvements in A1C (1.7 percentage points) and fasting plasma glucose (-37 mg/dL) from baseline. A1C is a measure of average blood sugar over three months. Although BYDUREON is not indicated for weight loss, patients treated with BYDUREON also lost an average of 5.5 pounds from baseline.

In this study, patients treated with just one dose per week of BYDUREON for four years experienced sustained improvement in glycemic control and showed reductions in certain cardiometabolic measures. The tolerability of BYDUREON also improved over time with long-term treatment, said Christian Weyer, M.D., senior vice president, research and development, Amylin Pharmaceuticals. The durability of treatment effectiveness and tolerability of BYDUREON are critically important in managing the chronic and progressive condition of type 2 diabetes.

Patients treated with BYDUREON also experienced statistically significant reductions in certain cardiovascular risk markers, including systolic blood pressure (-1.6 mmHg), total cholesterol (-10.9 mg/dL), LDL cholesterol (-8.0 mg/dL) and triglycerides (-13 percent). No unexpected safety findings were observed with long-term BYDUREON therapy, and incidence of mild nausea, the most common adverse event during the controlled portion of the study, decreased over time (27 percent weeks 1-30; 1.6 percent weeks 180-212).

Study Details DURATION-1 compared the efficacy of once-weekly BYDUREON against twice-daily BYETTA (exenatide) injection in a 30-week, randomized, open-label study. Following the controlled portion of the study, 258 of the 295 intent-to-treat patients (87 percent) entered the extension study. A total of 68 percent of patients (n=176) completed four years of treatment, 55 percent of whom achieved the ADA-recommended A1C target of less than 7 percent. Primary endpoints were change from baseline to year four in A1C, and long-term safety and tolerability.

About BYDUREON (exenatide extended-release for injectable suspension) BYDUREON is the first and only once-weekly medicine to be approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It is a once-weekly formulation of exenatide, the active ingredient in BYETTA (exenatide) injection, which has been available in the U.S. since June 2005 and is used in nearly 80 countries worldwide. BYDUREON works with the body to help make its own insulin when needed, providing continuous glycemic control with just one dose per week. Using Alkermes proprietary technology for long-acting medications, the biodegradable microspheres in each dose of BYDUREON provide a controlled release of exenatide throughout the week. BYDUREON was approved in the U.S. in January 2012 and in Europe in June 2011.

BYDUREON is an injectable prescription medicine that may improve blood sugar (glucose) in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus, and should be used along with diet and exercise. BYDUREON is not recommended as the first medication to treat diabetes.

BYDUREON and BYETTA both contain the same active ingredient, exenatide, and therefore should not be used together. BYDUREON is not insulin and should not be taken instead of insulin. BYDUREON is not for people with type 1 diabetes or people with diabetic ketoacidosis. BYDUREON is not recommended for use in children. It is not known if BYDUREON is safe and effective in people with a history of pancreatitis or severe kidney problems. See important safety information below. Additional information about BYDUREON is available at http://www.BYDUREON.com.

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Dear Dr. K: I'm obese. I've tried to lose weight, but nothing has worked. Should I consider weight-loss surgery?

Dear Reader: If you are severely obese, your best chance for long-term weight loss and better health may be weight-loss (bariatric) surgery.

You have several options. Some types of bariatric surgery shrink the size of your stomach you fill up sooner. Other types of surgery route the food you've eaten away from your small intestine, the place where nutrients (and their calories) are absorbed. Some types of bariatric surgery do both.

Three of the most common kinds of bariatric surgery are gastric bypass, gastric banding, and a newer procedure called sleeve gastrectomy.

Gastric bypass drastically shrinks the size of your stomach. After surgery, you feel full after eating very small amounts of food. The surgery also reroutes the passage of food through your body to bypass most of your stomach and upper small intestine. As a result, your body absorbs fewer calories.

Patients tend to lose weight rapidly for up to two years after gastric bypass. Many maintain a significant weight loss for 10 years or more. But gastric bypass has a higher complication rate than other weight-loss surgeries, and the remaining stomach pouch can stretch over time.

Gastric banding is often called a "lap-band." During the procedure, a surgeon places an adjustable band around the opening of the stomach. This restricts the amount of food you can

Compared with gastric bypass, patients tend to lose less weight, more slowly. Also, weight loss is more dependent on your making healthy food choices after surgery.

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SAN DIEGO, June 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Orexigen Therapeutics, Inc. (OREX) today announced that the Light Study, a long-term research study of Contrave (naltrexone SR/bupropion SR), a new, investigational drug being evaluated for weight loss, has begun enrolling patients at clinical sites throughout the United States. The Light Study is designed to assess the cardiovascular health outcomes of Contrave.

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Nearly 93 million Americans are affected by obesity, and that number is predicted to increase to 120 million Americans within the next five years.[i] More than one-third of adults in the United States are affected by obesity[ii]. Obesity increases the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, some types of cancer, sleep apnea, and a variety of other conditions. Medical research suggests that losing just five percent of your body weight can significantly improve your health and reduce the risk of complications from type 2 diabetes and heart disease.[iii],[iv]

"We need new alternatives to fight the growing obesity epidemic in the United States," said Steven E. Nissen, M.D., Lead Investigator of the Light Study and Chairman of the Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic.[v] "One critical test of any weight loss treatment is its impact on cardiovascular health. The Light Study uses an innovative design that focuses on determining the safety and effectiveness of Contrave in patients who actually lose weight during treatment. This approach simulates how weight loss drugs are used in clinical practice. We think this trial design is a potentially important innovation in the development of new obesity therapies because it is sufficiently rigorous for regulatory authorities and feasible for drug developers, while also incorporating specific elements to help protect the safety of patients."

"Most people cannot achieve long term weight loss by diet and exercise alone," said Steven R. Smith, M.D., Professor and Scientific Director of The Florida Hospital Sanford-Burnham Translational Research Institute for Metabolism and Diabetes. "The Light Study is an important clinical research study evaluating the cardiovascular health outcomes of Contrave, which is designed to reduce appetite, increase metabolism, and control cravings and overeating behaviors."

In an effort to raise awareness of the obesity epidemic, the potential need for new and diverse treatment options, the benefits of reducing weight to improve certain measures of health and well being, and the Light Study, the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) has partnered with Orexigen to launch the "Take Five to Live Light" campaign. The campaign encourages those affected by obesity to take five minutes to learn how losing just 5 percent of their weight can benefit cardiovascular health and to take five minutes to get screened for the Light Study. Individuals interested in participating in the Light Study can visit http://www.lightstudy.com to see if they qualify.

"We are proud to join forces with the OAC to educate the millions of Americans affected by obesity about the health benefits of weight loss," said Michael Narachi, President and Chief Executive Officer of Orexigen. "The OAC is a strong voice for those affected by obesity and an important partner in the fight against this epidemic. We encourage those who are interested in joining this cause to consider becoming a member of the OAC."

"The disease of obesity is extremely complex and requires a multidisciplinary team approach to treat it," said Joe Nadglowski, OAC President and CEO. "Many individuals affected by the disease of obesity need access to safe and effective treatment options; however, options are currently limited and new weight-loss management approaches are desperately needed. The OAC is excited to work with Orexigen to support obesity research for safe and effective options through the Light Study. This type of research is imperative in order to offer individuals affected by obesity valid, safe and effective tools to combat their weight and increase their quality of health."

Individuals may qualify for the Light Study if they are men age 45 or older or women age 50 or older; need to lose weight; and have a cardiovascular risk factor, such as heart disease or type 2 diabetes with certain heart risk factors.

In addition to the potential to receive Contrave, all who qualify and choose to participate in the Light Study will be part of an innovative, comprehensive weight management program called WeightMate. Delivered through an internet-based platform by accredited health and fitness professionals, WeightMate provides a convenient, progressive nutrition and exercise program with goal setting and tracking tools. WeightMate is powered by Sharecare, an interactive health and wellness social platform providing people with access to expert-developed answers, information and programs to live their healthiest life. Sharecare was created by Jeff Arnold, the founder of WebMD, and Dr. Mehmet Oz of "The Dr. Oz Show", to connect individuals with health experts and simplify the search for high-quality healthcare information.

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NBC's popular weight-loss reality TV series "The Biggest Loser" is hitting the road to find new contestants for Season 14, and I believe New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan would be a great fit for the show.

Ryan, 49, already dropped 90 pounds from his hefty 350-pound frame since undergoing lap-band surgery at NYU Medical Center in March of 2010, but there's plenty more fat left for him to drop.

Working out with world-renowned trainer Bob Harper would push Ryan to new levels in his weight-loss diet and exercise routine, as he's helped hundreds of people successfully lose weight.

According to an LATimes.com report, "Season 14 is scheduled to start airing in January 2013. Casting producers say they are looking for 'charismatic individuals' who are at least 18 years old, are at least 85 pounds overweight and would like a sweet shot at a grand prize of $250,000 for the person who loses the largest percentage of his or her body weight."

Rex Ryan is a charismatic individual who is at least 18 and still 85 pounds overweight. He fits every aspect of the description of contestants they are looking for.

It would be a win-win for all parties involved.

For the coach, it would be a chance for him to get in the best shape of his life, get healthy and feel great.

New York Jets fans need Ryan at the helm for the long-term, so we want him to think about staying healthy.

His large frame is fine for now, but you don't want to be carrying around 350 pounds as you approach your mid-50s and early-60s. That's just asking for a heart attack.

As for "The Biggest Loser," bringing Ryan on board would help to spruce up a stale format. We've already seen him shine bright on reality shows, as his brash personality delighted audiences nationwide when he appeared on HBO's "Hard Knocks."

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By Jordo Bivona - June 4, 2012 | Tickers: ABT, AMLN, GSK, SNY, VVUS | 0 Comments

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Right from the outset, a child is exposed to a number of body image ideals that establishes the fact that our society places a lot of importance on the way we look. Though naysayers dismiss the importance of one's looks and physical appearance, we all know it way to well that our physical appearance is responsible to some extent for the way we are treated by people around us. With that in mind, the sensitive issue of being overweight always comes into picture. What one needs to understand is the difference between obesity that is linked with lifestyle patterns and obesity that is linked to medical or genetic causes.

In either case, the overweight individual experiences an immense pressure from within and from friends and family to reduce weight either for aesthetic or medical reasons. Either ways, being proactive about losing weight is always a good idea. However, the route to losing weight is what bothers most people. Dietary changes and regular exercise are extremely crucial in the reduction of weight and maintaining a healthy body. Moreover, lifestyle changes can impact a person's quest to losing weight as well. The most controversial of allweight-loss approachesis pharmacotherapy.

It is controversial because many people misuse weight loss drugs and still many others take the wrong ones, when they may actually require justlifestyle management techniquesincluding dietary changes and an active lifestyle. It is rather difficult to pinpoint and declare who would benefit the most from weight loss drugs. Most physicians agree that those who are morbidly obese and those who are at risk of severe health problems due to their obesity require weight loss medications.

If we were to consider pharmacological agents that reduce or control weight, we would have to wade through murky waters. FDA has approved only orlistat (Xenical) for long-term use. By inhibiting pancreatic lipase, it reduces the absorption of fat in the intestine.GlaxoSmithKline (NYSE: GSK)sells Orlistat as Alli in the U.S. and the U.K. whereasRoche Holding AG (RHHBY.PK)sells it as Xenical in other countries.

There are also generics of orlistat available in Russia and India. It has a risk of liver injury, but the documented cases are few andfar between. Sibutramine is an appetite suppressant that helps by quelling pangs of hunger. It was marketed byAbbott Laboratories (NYSE: ABT)until it was withdrawn from the market due to cardiovascular events and strokes. This drug is similar to Rimonabant, which was withdrawn from the market bySanofi-Aventis (NYSE: SNY)back in 2009 due to several risk factors.

Amylin Pharmaceuticals' (NASDAQ: AMLN)Exenatide is used to treat diabetes but is sometimes used as a weight loss drug as well. However, it is recommended only for those who have Type 2 Diabetes. Amylin's other diabetes drug pramlintide is currently being tested as a treatment for obesity among those who do not have diabetes. Green tea extract, raspberry ketone and other herbal extracts have been used to treat obesity with varying degrees of success. Nonetheless, we must bear in mind that weight loss drugs and treatments by major pharmaceutical companies are very few.

Of the newer drugs that are being investigated, I am particularly impressed withVivus' (NASDAQ: VVUS)Qnexa, which is a combination of the drugs phentermine and topiramate. Phentermine is known to suppress appetite, while topiramate is used as an anticonvulsant but causes weight loss as a side effect. FDAvoted to recommendQnexa as an obesity treatment option in February 2012. Final approval will happen sometime later in 2012. This is certainly going to drive Vivus' stock up the mark and seems to be a very promising drug to help people lose weight.

We must also consider pTeroPure pterostilbene, which is a pure form of trans-pterostilbene found in fruits and the bark of certain trees. Pterostilbene is known to have health properties similar to red wine, as it contains resveratrol. In fact, the company thatdeveloped the ingredient,ChromaDex (CDXC.OB)won the 2010 North American Frost & Sullivan Award for Most Promising Ingredient of the Year. pTeroPure pterostilbene is expected to be used in the treatment of cancer, blood pressure, diabetes, stress and anti-ageing. It is also expected to be a great weight loss drug but that is something that will have to be observed through the next few months.

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PHOTOS BY Claire Kowalick/Times Record News Harvest Drug pharmacist Ginger Pino displays a new shipment of green coffee bean extract supplements Friday at the store. Pino said raspberry ketones and the green coffee bean extract have been popular weight loss supplements.

A liquid protein supplement is seen at Sunshine Natural Food Store. Manager Ashley Morrison said the supplement has been popular lately.

Dr. Mehmet Oz frequently says, "Anything strong enough to help is strong enough to hurt you," but the promise of losing six sizes in one month is tempting to even the most jaded dieter.

With swimsuit season sitting heavily upon us, people looking to lose some pounds are clearing shelves of weight-loss "miracle" solutions.

Sunshine Natural Foods Manager Ashley Morrison said the store is ordering about 10 times as much liquid protein as they used to carry. She said the rush is probably in part because of radio and Internet advertisements for similar products.

The main ingredients in a product at Sunshine are collagen hydrolysate and casein hydrolysate, providing 15 grams of protein per serving.

Morrison said the recommended dose is 1 ounce each day before going to sleep at night. She said that the protein may help reduce appetite during the day and that it may help speed metabolism.

She said they have seen several customers, with one woman claiming to have lost six dress sizes. Morrison said the woman takes the protein at night, has cut down on sweets and does some light walking for exercise.

Harvest Drug and Gift pharmacist Ginger Pino said they struggle to keep products in stock after Dr. Mehmet Oz recommended supplements on his show.

She said they are seeing many customers looking for green coffee bean extract and raspberry ketones after Oz suggested them for weight loss on his television show.

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NEW ORLEANS, LA--(Marketwire -06/04/12)- GenoVive, a pioneer in DNA-based, all-natural weight management solutions, today announced the company's first international partnership with Bariatric Support, one of Mexico City's leading bariatric support centers that offers a multi-disciplinary approach to prevention, wellness and weight loss. The partnership brings GenoVive's innovative approach to weight loss to Mexico, including the use of DNA testing that identifies an individual's unique genetic make-up that is the basis for customized meals and exercise plans to optimize weight loss and encourage long-term weight management.

As people in the United States and around the world continue to realize the harmful effects of obesity, GenoVive remains committed to the continued development of a long-term and comprehensive solution to weight management based on individual genetics and personalized nutrition and exercise. The company was founded to exploit the emerging field of nutrigenomics, which is the study of the effects of foods on gene expression and the role certain genes play in weight gain.

GenoVive's partnership with Bariatric Support will also allow for further research into how different cultures and ethnicity affect weight gain, loss and management. In fact, Mexico has the second highest incidence of obesity topped only by the United States.

"Bariatric Support is the ideal partner to launch GenoVive's breakthrough weight management science outside of the United States," said Vic Castellon, founder and CEO, GenoVive LLC. "Bariatric Support enjoys a solid reputation in Mexico City as a leader in weight loss programs. They have an active base of individuals who desire to lose weight in a healthy manner by getting to the root of their weight management challenges through meals and exercise programs developed specifically for their genetic profile. GenoVive remains committed to growing its program in the United States, and now internationally through this initial partnership in Mexico."

"GenoVive's innovative approach to weight loss based on DNA analysis and all-natural meal programs has already resonated tremendously with our patients in Mexico City," said Tatiana Palazuelos, nutritionist with Bariatric Support. "GenoVive's program complements our holistic and comprehensive approach to weight loss which includes physician visits and oversight plus nutrition and psychological counseling. We look forward to growing the partnership to benefit our patient base who desire customized weight loss programs that will work for the long term."

GenoVive's program starts with an easy-to-use, in-home DNA test. GenoVive analyzes the results and designs ideal weight management programs with home-delivered meals based on optimum fats, carbohydrates, proteins, plus exercise that works best with an individual's personal genetic makeup to increase the chances for long-term weight management. Each meal has been created with an optimal balance of macronutrients, vitamins and minerals, and at calorie levels that support healthy and sustainable weight loss.

Because food carries information to genes about the environment and serve as signals to our surrounding cells and can change the expression of certain genes, GenoVive is one of the only national weight management companies to offer meals that contain no growth hormones, antibiotics, preservatives, nitrates, sulfites, artificial sweeteners or sugar alcohols, or other similar incidental ingredients that may not be required to appear on the label.

"We understand obesity's multifactorial causation including lifestyle, eating patterns, psychological disorders, metabolic influence of our patients," said Denise Arcila, lead psychologist at Bariatric Support. "GenoVive complements and completes our multidisciplinary approach and is the only weight management option in Mexico to offer all-natural meals designed for our patients' unique genetic profiles. GenoVive is an easy and effective tool for our patients to learn about portion control while eating nutritionally balanced, all-natural meals which will help them control their weight and health over the long run."

Claudia Gonzales, founder and dietician, Bariatric Support, has been working with obesity patients for nearly 15 years, is already seeing results from patients on the GenoVive plan. "The ability to customize our patients' meals based on their specific genes helps them see results faster and encourages them to make even more lifestyle changes that lead to sustainable weight loss."

About GenoVive LLCFounded in 2008, GenoVive, a division of Genvis Bio Group, LLC, based in New Orleans, LA, represents a new approach to weight loss and sustained healthy eating. GenoVive's geneticists and food scientists developed customized, all-natural meal and exercise programs, featuring ideal combinations of macronutrients based on individual DNA. GenoVive is sold directly to the consumer at GenoVive.com and by phone with convenient home delivery. Follow GenoVive on Twitter @myGenovive, Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/GenoVive, and YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/GenoVivednadiet.

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A recent weight loss study shows that when participants know their genetic make-up, they have greater success losing weight and lowering their Body Mass Index (BMI). The California Schools VEBA - Pathway Genomics Corporation study evaluated weight loss results of 179 overweight California school employees. Results at 6 months showed that when employees took the Pathway Fit genetic test (of approximately 100 different genes and their variants related to sugar and fat metabolism, eating behaviors, best diet, micronutrients, and other parameters), they had significant weight loss success (some lost up to 40 pounds) when compared to employees who had previously tried to lose weight, under similar conditions, without the genetic test.

Both groups of employees worked with a VEBA health coach to help them develop an exercise and nutrition plan, and all received the same standard of care. However, the employees who knew and utilized their genetic-based diets and behaviors obtained greater weight loss (and other positive effects like decreased blood pressure) when compared with employees who had health coaching and standard of care only.

A participant in the study describes, The genetic study helped me change my overall behaviors and food choices and portion control. The understanding of my overall genes and physical health has helped me work more effectively with my VEBA health coach to achieve my weight loss goals.

The studyconducted in partnership with the California Schools VEBA (VEBA), Healthy Adventures Foundation and Pathway Genomics Corporationcollected interim results in January 2012. Principal investigator, Wendy Hileman, CEO, Healthy Adventures Foundation describes, The findings indicate that when participants have more information about their genetic predisposition, especially concerning exercise, eating behaviors, and diets, they have the validation they need to stick to a tailored program for the long haul, rather than quitting early on.

The Pathway Fit report is a health professional (M.D., D.O., N.P.) ordered saliva DNA test, where the participant simply spits in a plastic tube and sends it to Pathways lab to be analyzed. Through the analysis of genes and their variants (mutations)which are expressed in various organs, such as the brain, stomach, gut, muscle, pancreas, and directly in fat tissueparticipants gain insight about how their bodies process sugars, fats, nutrients and vitamins. This rigorous scientifically validated information is included in a detailed report that shows each participant how he or she may respond to a best diet, certain exercises and eating behaviors, traits such as bitter taste and caffeine metabolism, and his or her potential response to certain foods and micronutrients. Recently, there have been a number of double-blinded studies published showing the utility and positive psychological responses by patients of genetic testing for weight loss or nutrigenomic information (eg. Meisel, et al, Obesity, March 2012)

Michael Nova, M.D., Chief Medical Officer, Pathway Genomics, whose team developed the test says, The results of this preliminary study corroborate with the results were seeing in other areas of weight loss and personal nutrition management. When participants gain more knowledge about themselves, including understanding their metabolism, eating behaviors and response to exercise, as well as suggestions on the best ways to reach and maintain a healthy weight given their genetic predispositions, it helps lead them to make better health decisions and behavior changes for the long term.

Because the results were so compelling, VEBA, along with its other study partners, applied for a grant from the Allen Foundation to help it continue to roll out the relatively inexpensive Pathway Fit test to additional high-risk employees at participating VEBA school districts.

About the California Schools VEBA

The California Schools VEBA is a trust that offers school districts and employee organizations buying power and the structure to provide control over a variety of benefit issues. Benefits trusts continue to positively influence the quality of care delivered by contracted carriers and their providers.They also help members attain superior health care choices, rate stability, portability, affordability and quality for education employees.Total participation in the trust includes 40 southern California school districts and associations. The trust serves both employees and their dependents, totaling more than 89,000 members. For more information, visit http://www.vebaonline.com

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