Complex Weight-Loss Plans Erode Dieters' Resolve
2010-01-19
Simpler regimens less apt to lead to failure, study findsContinue Reading
For Very Obese, Gastric Bypass May Extend Life
2010-01-18
Decision-making depends on comparing benefits vs. risks, researchers sayContinue Reading
Self-Control Just Might Be Contagious
2010-01-18
People you spend time with affect your behavior, for good or bad, research findsContinue Reading
Federal Panel Urges Obesity Screening for Kids Ages 6 and Up
2010-01-18
Children who are obese should be referred to treatment, USPSTF panel saysContinue Reading
Race, Weight May Influence Success of Prostate Surgery
2010-01-15
Among diabetic men undergoing prostatectomy, obese whites have worse outcomes, study findsContinue Reading
From Risky Health Status to a Better Life
2010-01-15
Not just writing about losing weight but doing it takes reporter from the brink of disasterContinue Reading
U.S. Obesity Rates Leveling Off, But Still High
2010-01-13
And rates among boys aged 6-19 still climbing, government study findsContinue Reading
Could a Bigger Bottom Boost Health?
2010-01-12
Derriere fat curbs inflammatory processes linked to heart disease, experts sayContinue Reading
Psychotherapy May Help Teen Girls Avoid Obesity
2010-01-09
Focusing on interpersonal relationships stems weight gain, study findsContinue Reading
Stored Fats May Make Cancer Cells More Aggressive
2010-01-07
Finding could explain link between obesity and cancer, researchers sayContinue Reading
Cellular Tweak Helps Mice Burn More Fat
2010-01-06
Targeting key mechanism could lead to new treatments for obesity, findings suggestContinue Reading
Showing Kids How Fast They Eat May Help Them Shape Up
2010-01-06
New device links eating speed and portion size to aid weight loss, researchers sayContinue Reading
Hazards of Obesity Now Rival Smoking in U.S.
2010-01-05
Little difference seen in loss of quality-of-life years between the two, study findsContinue Reading
Fat Hormone Controls Gene Linked to Diabetes
2010-01-05
Gene known to dampen blood sugar disease, researchers sayContinue Reading