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First Gym Opened
The YMCA opened the first gym, thus promoting weight loss. -
Joseph von Mering and Oskar Minkowski Discovered roll of Pancreas in DIabetes
They removed the pancreas of dogs and found that it resulted in the dogs developing all the signs and symptoms of diabetes. The dogs died shortly after the pancreas removal. -
Trans-Fat was Invented
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Trans-Fat was Put on Market
Trans-fat is largely associated with processed foods. Processed foods caused a jump in obesity due to the fatty-acid component that consists in them. -
Sir Edward Albert Sharpey-Schafer Discovered Diabetes was Caused from Lack of Insulin
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Phentermine Became FDA Approved
This is a weight loss pill that is only healthy when used for short periods of time. It can cause heart failure. -
First "Diet Pill" was Put on Market
This pill killed many people so it quickly became more and more restricted on the market until it was completely eradicated. -
Fenfluamine Becomes FDA Approved
This pill was used to treat obesity. It was an appetite suppressant and is no longer marketed. -
Gastric Baning Introduced
This is an adjustable band that goes around the upper part of a patients stomach. It aids to help those who are morbidly obese. It was invented by Wilkinson and Peloso. -
First Gastric Bypass was Performed
This was a huge step toward opening surgical weight loss centers over the world. It was performed by Alan Whittgrove. -
Michelle Obama Starts Healthy Lunch Plan
In an effort to reduce obesity, Michelle Obama used her status as first lady to promote healthy lunches is school cafeterias.
