A new study finds that three quarters of American adults and half of adolescents are too heavy. That's making more of us sick and creating enormous health care costs.

A gut microbe has been identified that mimics the effects of Ozempic to mitigate diabetes and obesity. Here's how to take ...

These chemicals may also be linked to the widespread consumption of ultra-processed foods, like chips, candies, and sodas. Studies show that people who eat a lot of these foods tend to weigh more, and ...

Gut microbiota plays a critical role in childhood obesity by influencing energy metabolism, inflammation, and appetite ...

Instead of using the controversial body mass index, or BMI, to assess weight, an international group of scientists proposes ...

Experts offer a variety of policy solutions to the childhood obesity crisis. Many are drawn from the anti-tobacco playbook — ...

Heart disease and stroke claim more lives in the United States than all forms of cancer and accidental deaths combined, ...

A more “accurate” and “nuanced” definition of obesity is necessary worldwide if global health authorities and governments are to get a grip on the obesity epidemic, a team of experts writing in the ...

Talking to IANS, Mickey Mehta agreed with PM Modi's remarks, warning that obesity is a root cause of numerous deadly diseases, including high blood pressure, diabetes, and insulin resistance.

The AHA's 2025 report highlights alarming trends in cardiovascular disease, obesity, and lifestyle factors, emphasizing the ...

India updates its 15-year-old obesity guidelines moving beyond BMI to focus on belly fat and health risks Learn how these ...