Obesity

Lose Lots of Weight, Watch Your Heart Risks Drop

It's no secret that excess weight is bad for the heart. But a new study suggests that obese people who lose a substantial amount of weight ... Read More

In 16 States, 35 Percent or More Residents Now Obese

On Wednesday, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that 16 states now have at least 35 percent of their residents ... Read More

Kids Piled on Extra Pounds During Pandemic

The CDC reported that 24.2% of Black children aged 2-19 years old were obese in 2017-2018. New research shows that those numbers may have ... Read More

5 Foods To Shrink Your Belly After You Eat Too Much

After a big meal like Thanksgiving or a potluck the first thing most of us want to do is sleep. You know, when the "itis" kicks in, it's ... Read More

Genes Only Partly To Blame For Obesity

If you have trouble keeping slim, don't put all the blame on your DNA. People carrying so-called "obesity" genes tend to gain more weight ... Read More

The Cost of Obesity

The increasing rate of obesity in the United States is getting lots of attention. Unfortunately, much of the conversation oversimplifies the ... Read More

Obesity May Be Linked To Increased Risk Of Multiple Myeloma

If you’re looking for more motivation to keep the excess weight off, look to these two words: multiple myeloma. Researchers recently ... Read More

Processed Foods: Addictive And Potentially Life Threatening

Processed foods are cheap and easily accessible to most college students. However, they have recently been under scrutiny after a troubling ... Read More