Researchers led by Mika Kivimaki and Staffan Nyberg at University College London have linked obesity to roughly one in 10 ...

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

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.

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A University of Queensland study has modeled how genes can influence a child's body mass index (BMI) over time and how they may contribute to the risk of developing diseases, such as heart disease or ...

Having a high body mass index (BMI) as a young child may not reflect a lifelong risk of obesity, researchers suggest. A study ...

Experts say the genetic factors that influence the size of babies may be different to the ones that influence body size as a teen ...

Some GLP-1 patients are begging to stay on the drugs just a little bit longer, presenting an ethical dilemma for doctors.

The AACE consensus statement emphasizes improvement of overall health in addition to weight reduction among adults with obesity and adiposity-based chronic disease.

India’s BMI differs from global norms because Indians face metabolic risks at lower body weights. National guidelines ...