He was a muscular guy who fixes weight equipment in health clubs. He had hardly any fat on him, clearly a guy who worked out ...

Whether you’re talking to a partner, a friend, or your doctor, weight loss can be a sensitive topic. And if you’re thinking ...

Girls who see themselves as overweight, even if they aren't, face significantly higher odds of depression and suicidal thoughts, study of 51,000 teens finds.

This test can be performed on children before their genetic risk starts to shape their weight, which may support early prevention.

THEY have taken the nation’s waistlines by storm, helping thousands shed pounds and trim inches. So-called fat jabs have been dubbed a “miracle” – helping turn the tide on ...

The kiosks, manufactured by PharmaSmart, allow users to measure their body mass index, blood pressure, pulse and weight in ...

Healthcare professionals are calling for a fundamental shift in public perception around medically supervised weight loss treatments as a quarter of Brits battle obesity.

Floridians in three counties can get a free membership for up to one year if they are eligible. TAMPA, Fla. — Florida's surgeon general announced a new initiative where eligible Floridians in certain ...

What if we could predict obesity before it ever takes hold? A global team has created a genetic test that forecasts a child’s ...

The risks of the new weight-loss drugs can sound scary, and there’s lots of talk about side effects. What does evidence show?

Childhood obesity is often overlooked or ignored as it does not show obvious signs However it is important to recognise it early to reduce the risk of other health complications ...

Scientists have developed a powerful genetic test that predicts whether a child as young as five is likely to become obese as ...