Stories about: obesity  

New season of hourlong specials will document the struggle of 8 morbidly obese people trying to lose weight

Study finds certain immune cells affect the brain, can trigger a desire to eat more unhealthy treats

Harvard University scientists say they are close to developing a pill that can help folks lose weight, get in shape

When cardiovascular disease and diabetes risks are also factored in, obesity can even shorten lifespan by 2 decades

Researchers say the compound, known to the scientific community as berberine, might hold the key to fighting obesity

Study finds compound in coffee can stave off some of the damaging effects of being overweight or obese

New study links exposure to traffic air pollution and tobacco smoke to a higher risk to become overweight, even obese

Jason Brink says insects are highly nutritious, pack very few calories when compared to the foods people usually eat

Researchers zoom in on bacteria that populate the entrails of skinny people in greater numbers than in obese folks

Study finds second-hand smoke promotes weight gain, ups the risk of cardiovascular or metabolic problems

Study finds people who undergo weight loss surgery can drastically reduce their risk to develop type 2 diabetes

New study links heated arguments with spouses and a history of depression to an increased risk for obesity

Science video explains why we humans crave sweet foods and what gives these treats their heavenly taste

Experiments on mice also show males are more likely to developed heart disease because of high-fat foods

A simple molecule usually produced during times of stress might be the key to losing weight, study finds

The claim that gradual weight loss is in no way better than crash diets goes against current guidelines worldwide

UC Berkeley study finds grapefruit juice might help people keep the size of their waistline and hips in check