May 18, 2012: One-Third of U.S. Homeless Population Is Obese: Study
They may rely on cheap, fattening foods to fill up, researchers say

May 17, 2012: It's Not Just What You Eat, It's When You Eat, Mouse Study Finds
Restricting eating hours didn't cut calorie intake, yet the animals gained less weight

March 21, 2012: Fatty Meals Could Trigger Inflammation for Diabetics
People with type 2 disease had more sign of heart risk factor, study says

March 14, 2012: Fatty Foods Might Harm Men's Sperm, Research Suggests
Small study finds lower sperm counts, concentrations for males on high-fat diets

March 13, 2012: Race, Location Big Factors in American Diets
Study finds 5 major patterns of food consumption based on environment, background

February 20, 2012: Gene Might Boost Risk for Obesity
Studies in mice and humans suggest mutation may make it easier to gain pounds on high-fat diets

January 25, 2012: Less Salt, More Veggies in School Lunches: USDA
New rules call for healthier foods but some say changes don't go far enough

January 16, 2012: Your Taste for Fat May Reside in Your Genes
Individual sensitivity might influence what and how much you eat, small study suggests

December 28, 2011: Vitamins, Omega-3s May Keep Brain From Shrinking: Study
Healthy seniors with higher levels of certain nutrients did better on thinking tests, researchers say

December 15, 2011: Poor Lifestyles Harming U.S. Heart Health: Report
Comprehensive update shows Americans gaining weight, eating more junk food, exercising less

December 06, 2011: Gene Mutation Helps Clear Fats From Blood, Study Finds
But it is unknown if the beneficial effect actually cuts heart risks, researchers say

July 06, 2011: Binge Eating May Be a High All Its Own
Natural marijuana-like chemicals in body could trigger craving for fat, rat study suggests

June 15, 2011: More Olive Oil in Diet Could Cut Stroke Risk: Study
Seniors who preferred the oil had 41% drop in the attacks vs. those who rarely ate it

May 24, 2011: Simply Eating Less Fat May Cut Diabetes Risk
Study identifies dietary change, not weight loss, as the key factor

July 16, 2010: Major Fast Food Chains Have Reduced Trans Fats
McDonald's, Burger King and Wendy's sizzle increasingly fewer fries in the unhealthful fats, study shows

July 08, 2010: Clues for Burning Fat Without Exercise Found in Mice
Brain chemical seems to help melt calories but research may not apply to humans, scientists say

May 10, 2010: Eating Nuts May Help Cholesterol Levels
High calorie count, though, means restraint would be wise, expert says

May 03, 2010: DHA Supplements for Mom Good for Preemies
Leads to higher levels in breast milk of fatty acid that promotes brain development, researchers find

May 03, 2010: Olive Oil May Protect Against Bowel Disease
Study finds diet rich in oleic acid may prevent development of ulcerative colitis

March 08, 2010: Processed Meat May Harm the Heart
Salt and preservatives may be the culprits, researchers suggest

January 07, 2010: Stored Fats May Make Cancer Cells More Aggressive
Finding could explain link between obesity and cancer, researchers say

January 06, 2010: Showing Kids How Fast They Eat May Help Them Shape Up
New device links eating speed and portion size to aid weight loss, researchers say

November 11, 2009: Gut Bacteria Might Be Making People Fat
Study in mice suggests link between intestinal microbes, diet and obesity

November 09, 2009: To Feel Better, Low-Fat Diet May Be Best
Comparison of plans finds differences in mood despite similar weight loss

October 12, 2009: A Little Cash Buys a Lot of Calories at the Corner Store
Kids are purchasing cheap junk food on way to and from school, survey finds

August 05, 2009: Social Stress Sends Body Fat to the Stomach
In turn, that meant heart risks were raised, researcher says

August 05, 2009: Fish Oils May Prevent <i>and</i> Treat Heart Disease
Review of studies involving 40,000 people points up benefits

August 04, 2009: Midlife Heart Risk Factors Linked to Later Dementia
High cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and smoking raise Alzheimer's risk

July 20, 2009: In New York City, Trans Fat Ban Is Working
Success has spawned similar efforts across the U.S., report finds

July 14, 2009: Healthy Diet, Exercise Keeps Mind Sharp As You Age
New research finds eating healthy, moderate activity are protective

June 24, 2009: Extra Helpings of Vegetables, Olive Oil May Extend Life
Not all items on the Mediterranean diet are equally beneficial, study shows

May 21, 2009: High Blood Fats Tied to Diabetic Nerve Loss
Triglycerides better predictor of neuropathy than blood glucose levels, study suggests

April 29, 2009: Remembrance of Fat May Be at Root of Cravings
Once a survival tool, ability could be making people today fat, expert says

April 01, 2009: Atkins Diet Tougher on Heart After Weight Loss
Study found worse cholesterol, blood vessel health than with South Beach, Ornish regimens

March 04, 2009: Ethnicity May Drive Response to Obesity, Insulin Resistance
Study says blacks less likely to have high triglycerides than whites, Hispanics

March 04, 2009: School Lunches Too Fatty and Sugary, Critics Say
Assessment urges more veggies plus restrictions on unhealthy options

February 25, 2009: Want to Lose Weight? Just Eat Less, Diet Study Suggests
Comparison of 4 diet plans finds all produce similar results

January 26, 2009: Omega-6 Fatty Acids Can Be Good for You
New advisory puts worries about possible link to heart disease to rest

December 21, 2008: Eating Strategies for Healthier Holiday Parties
Easy-to-follow tips can take the guilt, and the calories, out of the equation

November 26, 2008: Holiday Meals With a Calorie-Conscious Twist
Swapping out heavy ingredients can mean healthier eating without the guilt, experts say

November 13, 2008: Traces of Corn Found in Almost All Fast Food
Only 12 servings out of hundreds had nutrients that didn't contain it, researchers say

October 23, 2008: High Fructose Diet Inhibits Appetite Hormone
Sugary fare led to leptin resistance in rats that boosted obesity risk, study says

October 17, 2008: Red Wine Compound May Slow Drinking-Linked Liver Condition
Mouse study suggests resveratrol impedes fatty buildup in the organ, which is linked to cirrhosis

September 19, 2008: 'Healthy Fat' Chemical Aids Body's Metabolism
Mouse study uncovers new class of hormones that could reverse obesity-related disease

August 20, 2008: Bone Growth Protein Also Promotes 'Good' Fat
Stimulation of brown globules helps burn calories, hints of new ways to treat obesity

August 08, 2008: Fat Cell Protein Boosts Heart Attack Risk in Elderly
Higher adiponectin levels may indicate underlying disease, study finds

August 04, 2008: Researchers Push Aggressive Cholesterol Control in Kids
Rather than drugs, they urge early lifestyle, dietary changes

July 21, 2008: Stretch That Grocery List in Lean Times
Tips to serve your family healthy meals for less

June 30, 2008: Trans Fat Labeling Gets Tricky
Nutrition Facts panel makes it tough to make healthy choices, study shows

June 04, 2008: Eating Habits Not Sole Cause of Thinness or Obesity
How you eat counts, study says, but nervous system also dictates weight gain, loss