Complying with federal guidelines for healthy meals in schools helps children to stay leaner, according to the latest study on school lunches.
Obesity
Is Self-Help the Secret to Reducing Childhood Obesity?
There is no shortage of strategies to lose weight, but which work best for children?
Can You Smell Obesity?
According to the latest research, it may be on your breath.
Sugary Beverages Linked to 180,000 Deaths Worldwide
Mayor Michael Bloomberg might be right; maybe we should be drinking fewer sodas.
Skim Milk May Not Lower Obesity Risk Among Children
Got milk? It turns out that low-fat versions may not be the answer to helping kids maintain a healthy weight.
Americans Are Eating Fewer Calories, So Why Are We Still Obese?
The good news: we’re eating fewer calories. The bad news: that’s not translating into lower obesity rates.
Doctors’ Advice About Obesity: It’s Personal
Doctors’ biases may influence how they care for their obese patients.
The Connection Between Dirty Diapers and Childhood Health
Cesarean sections and breast feeding can have lifelong effects on a baby’s health, and researchers may have uncovered why.
Baby Boomers: Not the ‘Healthiest Generation’
Every generation likes to think it’s healthier than the one that came before, but baby boomers can’t make that claim.
In a study published in JAMA Internal Medicine, researchers found that a sample of the baby boom …
What Mice Can Tell Us About Obesity and Genetics
While our eating habits certainly play a role in how much we weigh, our rodent cousins confirm that some of our risk for obesity is written in our genes.
Too Much TV: Fussy Infants Spend More Time In Front of The Tube
The latest study finds some temperament traits are more likely to land babies in front of the television.
Being Overweight Is Linked to Lower Risk of Mortality
The longest lived among us aren’t necessarily those who are of normal weight, says a new study.
Yay for Recess: Pediatricians Say It’s as Important as Math or Reading
Play time can be as important as class time for helping students perform their best.
