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Science Confirms That Fat-Shaming Only Worsens People’s Health

Jan 31, 2017 PM EST Science explains why fat-shaming could only make people's health worse instead of making it better.

Eat More and Live Longer? The Scientific Reason Why Being Overweight Can Mean A Longer Life

Dec 31, 2016 AM EST Here's the scientific reasons why being overweight means longer life

Taxes on Sugar Aims to Reduce Rates of Child Obesity by 10%, Says New Study

Dec 21, 2016 AM EST Research suggest that added sugar tax on soda could reduce obesity rates among thousands of British adults and children.

Obesity Risk: Babies Born By Cesarean Delivery More Likely To Be Obese?

Sep 08, 2016 PM EDT Babies born by cesarean delivery have risks to be obese. Read the full details.

Does Weight Loss Diet Really Work? Here's What You Need To Know!

Jun 22, 2016 AM EDT There are many of us who know what to eat, how to eat and even when to eat, but just don't do it, clearly indicating a negative relationship with food.

Rapid Weight Loss Is More Effective Than Steady Weight Loss, Study

Oct 16, 2014 AM EDT Researchers at the University of Melbourne have debunked the myth that gradual weight loss is more effective than rapid weight loss.

Tongue Fat Linked to Sleep Apnea in Obese Adults, Study

Oct 04, 2014 AM EDT Obese adults with obstructive sleep apnea possess larger tongue and a higher percentage of fat deposits than obese controls, according to a University of Pennsylvania led study. Researchers said that ...

Apples Prevent Inflammation and Diabetes Among Obese, Study

Sep 30, 2014 AM EDT Non-digestible compounds in apples help avert obesity-related disorders like chronic inflammation and diabetes, according to a Washington State University study.

Obese Teens Earn Less in Adulthood, Study

Sep 26, 2014 AM EDT Obese teenagers are more likely to earn 18 percent less in adulthood than their normal weight peers, according to a study led by the Lund University.

Weight Loss Surgery Less Likely To Treat Depression among Obese and Overweight Patients, Study

Sep 26, 2014 AM EDT Bariatric surgery or weight loss surgery does not necessarily alleviate depression in obese or overweight people, according to a Yale University study.

Social Media Can Help Obese People Lose Weight, Study

Sep 09, 2014 AM EDT Social networking programs have been found to be effective in helping people lose weight, according to an Imperial College London study.

Obese Teens More Likely To Take Up Smoking, Study

Sep 04, 2014 AM EDT Overweight or obese teens are more likely to take up smoking, according to a University of California, Los Angeles study. At the same time, these teens are unlikely to be associated with alcohol or ...

Poor Individuals Remain Obese Due To Lack of Money for Diet Programs, Study

Aug 20, 2014 AM EDT People, who live below the poverty line, are more likely to be obese as they cannot afford to pay for diet programs, special meals or gym memberships, according to a Concordia University study.

People with Lower Sensitivity to Taste Overeat, Study

May 28, 2014 AM EDT Deakin University researchers have found a reason as to why people overeat.

Obese People Inhale More Air Pollutants than Healthy Weights, Study

Feb 07, 2014 AM EST Overweight people are more likely to develop asthma and other pulmonary diseases than their normal weight counterparts, according to a Université de Montréal's School of Public Health study.

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