SLIMMING pills made by leading companies behind the fat jabs have been put in a head-to-head trial. Orforglipron led to almost double the weight loss than semaglutide and was better at controlling ...

Negative or traumatic childhood experiences increase the risk of obesity in children, while the presence of a supportive adult in their lives may reduce these risks.

Community-based multilevel interventions show no overall significant effect on body mass index (BMI) z‐scores among rural Hispanic children.

If you're looking for ways to mitigate your risk of developing cardiovascular disease or experiencing a cardiac event, such as a heart attack or stroke, glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) ...

A new study finds that people with obesity are more likely to be hospitalized with or die from severe infections.

Every February, Heart Month is observed to raise awareness about heart health and the steps people can take to reduce their risk of heart disease. For 2026, one key focus is the American Heart ...

The research team used electronic health records data to divide patients into four groups to track symptoms across different obesity levels.

Getting most of your calories from drinks can result in a loss of normal appetite regulation and a higher risk of certain chronic diseases over time.

Having a high body mass index (BMI) as a young child may not reflect a lifelong risk of obesity, researchers suggest.A study by experts in Australia found the genetic factors that influence the size ...

A child’s Body Mass Index (BMI) at age 10 and their subsequent growth trajectory through age 18 are critical indicators of future metabolic health, according to a new study mapping the genetic ...