Obesity

Researchers uncover a molecular link between obesity and memory deficits in mice—as well as a potential treatment

Proposed changes to the Nutrition Facts label include a separate line for added sugars. Critics argue that all sugars are the same. Who is right?

The military is creating “smart” E. coli to combat a variety of disorders faced by warfighters

A genetic mutation in prehistoric apes may underlie today's pandemic of obesity and diabetes

After the US Conference of Mayors began paying attention to sugary drinks, the American Beverage Association stepped in with some grant money. The Conference no longer pays  much attention to sugary drinks. 

An editor discusses three smartphone applications that can help people stick to healthier lifestyle choices

A psychologist explains why diets backfire and what weight-loss methods are proved to work

Many dogs are overweight or obese, but their owners don’t seem to notice

Some people claim that we're better off getting our probiotic bacteria from dirt than from foods like yogurt. But are these products safe?

A survey of nearly 5,000 13- to 15-year-olds in the U.K. found that 40 percent of overweight and obese teens did not self-identify as “too heavy.” Cynthia Graber reports

There's mounting evidence that antibiotic use early in life may contribute to obesity. As if we needed it—here's, one more reason why we need to care about antibiotic stewardship

Despite what recent reports say, no responsible health professional thinks we should return to the era of unrestrained consumption of french fries and pizza