A survey of successful weight losers highlights the strategies that worked: exercising and eating fewer calories and less fat
Obesity
Childhood Obesity: Scientists Find Two Gene Variants that Predispose Kids to Weight Gain
Scientists identify gene mutations that contribute to common childhood obesity — the kind we normally chalk up to sloth and overeating — which could someday lead to treatments for heavy kids.
Can Food Really Be Addictive? Yes, Says National Drug Expert
Compare the proportion of obese people in America to those who are addicted to drugs and then try to argue that food isn’t as addictive as crack cocaine, says Dr. Nora Volkow, the director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse.
Americans May Be Fatter Than We Think, Study Says
It’s no secret that as a population, Americans been getting heavier, but researchers now say that our weight problem may be worse than we thought.
The Healthiest Places to Live in the U.S., Ranked
How healthy is your county? An interactive survey ranks 3,000 U.S. counties on health measures including the number of fast food restaurants and the level of physical activity among residents.
Q&A: Losing Weight Doesn’t Help Obese Girls Love Themselves — Can Parents?
A new study shows that obese teen girls who lose weight still view themselves as ‘fat.’ How can parents help their kids lose weight without all the negativity?
Can Eating Chocolate Help Keep You Slim?
When it comes to chocolate, you might just be able to have your sweet and eat it, too.
Weight-Loss Surgery Works Better than Drugs to Control Diabetes
In the first head-to-head studies comparing weight-loss surgery to medication for diabetes, surgery proved more effective in putting the disease in remission.
Why We Eat Less of Foods with Strong Aromas
A whiff of a decadent dessert can whet the appetite, but new research suggests that when it comes to the smell of food, you can have too much of a good thing.
Why Sleep Deprivation May Lead to Overeating
If traditional weight-loss diets have failed you, you might just try hitting the sack.
A Daily Walk Can Reduce the Power of Weight-Gaining Genes
Why walking works: it not only burns calories, but it also counteracts the effects of your fattening genes.
A Simpler Way to Slow the Obesity Crisis
Telling people to choose healthy foods isn’t working. A better solution may be to let people eat whatever they want—just not to increase their calories over time
Eating Red, Processed Meat Raises Your Risk of Early Death
Eating a hot dog or a couple of slices of bacon a day comes with a surprisingly high cost to your health.
