New research shows that extreme weight loss and weight gain significantly increase the risk of death in obese individuals with cardiovascular disease.

Being married triples the risk of obesity in men, research suggests. Experts found the risks of being overweight increase for both sexes when married, but appear to be particularly acute for men.The ...

The unprecedented global epidemic of overweight and obesity is a profound tragedy and a monumental societal failure,” said ...

Obesity has long been classified as a global epidemic — and new data published in The Lancet journal spotlights how much ...

Research published in Nature determined why obese individuals who lose weight tend to regain the weight over time. Here's how ...

The brand is cited in an online debate over whether adverts showing models who appear "unhealthily fat" should be banned.

Nearly 60 percent of all adults and a third of all children in the world will be overweight or obese by 2050 unless ...

By being educated about the risks associated with obesity and pregnancy, you can take some powerful steps today to begin ...

Overweight and obesity rates in adults, children and teens more than doubled over the past three decades, afflicting 2.1 ...

India may have over 440 million obese individuals, ranking second globally after China. A study predicts nearly 60% of adults ...

Obesity and pharmacology experts are warning about hidden safety risks and efficacy issues for many types of medications in ...

Three countries - India, preceded by China and followed by the USA - constitute the largest overweight or obese population in ...