Obesity

Opinion 1 day ago

RFK Jr. wants to disrupt our powerful health care complex and it is terrified

Our country spends nearly twice as much on medical care per person than other wealthy countries but our outcomes are far worse. RFK Jr will need to be tough to bring real change.

Health 3 days ago

Diabetes and weight loss drugs shown to reduce alcohol-related hospitalizations, study finds

Ozempic, Wegovy and other GLP-1 drugs have been shown to curb alcoholism, a new study suggests. Researchers explain why diabetes and weight loss drugs work better than alcohol medications.

Fox News Flash 3 days ago

RFK, Jr. would face a 'trifecta' of challenges in turning the tide on obesity epidemic: 'Not an easy fix'

Fox News medical contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier said changing America's food system is "not going to be an easy fix" while discussing America's worsening obesity epidemic.

Health 4 days ago

Diabetes rates have quadrupled since 1990 — these are the 4 reasons

The number of people living with diabetes worldwide has quadrupled in the past two decades, with 830 million people diagnosed as of 2022. Experts weigh in on the risk.

Lifestyle November 1

Airline passenger sparks viral debate about plus-sized seatmate issue

An airline traveler posted on Reddit to ask other users what they would do about being uncomfortable while "sitting next to a passenger of size." Etiquette experts weighed in on the issue.

Health October 28

Halloween candy overload: 5 ways to keep kids from overindulging

Halloween is filled with sweet stuff for kids. Pediatric obesity specialist Dr. Dyan Hes and registered dietitian nutritionist Ilana Muhlstein share their tips to help parents find a nutritious balance.

Nutrition October 15

As election nears, stress eating needs a sharp eye: 'It's destructive behavior'

Studies have proven the long-term health risks of eating mindlessly while anxious or stressed. Registered dietitian nutritionist Ilana Muhlstein reveals why the election could cause an uptick.

VIDEO October 14

Nutritionist warns election could cause rise in emotional eating

Registered dietitian nutritionist Ilana Muhlstein discusses the long-term risks of eating when stressed.

Obesity September 24

Obesity rates in US not growing for first time in a decade, but severe obesity on the rise: CDC

The overall rate of obesity in the United States ticked downward between August 2021 and August 2023, breaking a streak of continued increase for over a decade.

HEALTHY LIVING September 24

Green tea for fueling weight loss? Experts reveal the skinny truth

Recently, social media posts have been buzzing about green tea as a way to shed pounds without the medication and high costs. Experts discuss the beverage's weight-loss potential.