Obesity
Obesity is a medical condition in which excess body fat has accumulated to the extent that it may have an adverse effect on health, leading to reduced life expectancy and/or increased health problems. Obesity increases the likelihood of various diseases, particularly heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, certain types of cancer, and osteoarthritis.
Obesity Stories
Obese and overweight patients hospitalized for infections and pneumonia may have better chances of survival than their normal-weight counterparts.
A new review offered seven recommendations to reduce the indoor exposure to obesogens from sources such as diet, plastics, and house dust.
In a new paper, 22 nutrition researchers concluded that some calories were more harmful than others as they significantly increased cardiometabolic risk.
Office workers spend a lot of their time in the workplace, making it important to be aware of the factors that can affect their health.
A new mouse study suggests that while artificial sweeteners operate differently than sugar, they may have a similar impact on the metabolic process of the body.
New evidence from a mouse study found what may be the unexpected driving force behind osteoarthritis or "wear and tear" arthritis.
Do you have a sweet tooth? A new study links the genetic variation responsible for your sugar cravings with a predisposition to less body fat.
Contrary to popular beliefs, some foods are not as fattening as they may seem. Here are five items you don't have to avoid after all.
Many Americans eat their meals too quickly, which has been associated with potential health risks such as type 2 diabetes and weight gain.
From leftovers to grocery lists, here are some simple ways to ensure you enjoy a healthy diet without burning a hole in your wallet.
Researchers investigate what exactly causes the weakening of taste buds after numerous studies have linked body weight with taste sensitivity.
Research from the U.K. adds insight into an underlying causal link, suggesting that early puberty has a significant impact on a woman's risk of obesity.