A new study suggests that the DNA some modern Japanese people have inherited from ancient hunter-gatherers may increase BMI.

Individuals categorized as fit, even if overweight or obese, did not exhibit a notable rise in cardiovascular disease or ...

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A South Korean man has been convicted of evading compulsory military service by eating so much he became too obese to fight.

For decades, body mass index (BMI) has been the go-to metric for dietitians and nutritionists to determine appropriate meal plans and weight-loss strategies. However, a new metric, the body roundness ...

It is possible to enjoy the holidays while maintaining a healthy lifestyle, says Dr. Nicole Saphier. The Fox News medical contributor shares her tips for navigating the season in a nutritious way.

Forget everything you thought you knew about weight and health. Scientists say that being "fit" at any weight is more ...

A team of researchers led by Pennington Biomedical Research Center's Dr. Florina Corpodean confirmed through a data analysis that metabolic and bariatric surgery is largely safe and effective for ...

It's the active ingredient curcumin that is said to work some metabolism magic and help burn fat. But what does the research ...

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Whole milk intake is associated with lower body weight, BMI, and obesity risk in U.S. adults. This study challenges ...

A collection of studies presented at a recent American Heart Association (AHA) conference has confirmed the heart health benefits provided by the new anti-obesity drugs, semaglutide and tirzepatide, ...