Chalk it up to deadlines, disagreements, money problems – the list goes on. And then there are more serious pressures like unhealthy relationships or trauma. The good news is that as a society, we are ...

An international commission made the case for focusing on body fat quantity and the illnesses people experience. By Gina Kolata Obesity should be assessed in a way that goes beyond the standard ...

A new definition of obesity endorsed by 76 health organizations could dramatically increase the number of Americans ...

You know how taking a walk isn’t just good for your muscles and heart? Moving by foot also reduces stress and helps you sleep. Better sleep, in turn, is good for your heart and mood. But in order to ...

A new study reveals a revised obesity definition could classify nearly 70% of US adults as obese, a significant jump from ...