February 10, 2012: Obesity Appears Linked to Pain
The more overweight people are, the more likely they are to experience pain, study finds

February 10, 2012: When Mom Has Pregnancy Diabetes, Breast-Feeding Curbs Child Obesity
Long-term study found lower BMI in children breast-fed at least 6 months

February 09, 2012: More U.S. Doctors Are Urging Patients to Exercise: CDC
But majority of adults still not told to get active during office visit, report finds

February 08, 2012: Obesity Linked to Worse Fibromyalgia Symptoms
As weight increases, so do patient reports of greater pain, poor quality of life, researchers say

February 08, 2012: When Prodded, Restaurant Diners Often Opt for Smaller Portions
Study found power of suggestion worked, even when smaller meal was not discounted

February 08, 2012: Big Drop in Americans' Blood Levels of Trans Fats, CDC Says
New findings focus on whites but studies on other groups underway

February 06, 2012: Pancreas May 'Taste' Fructose, Hinting at Links to Diabetes
High-fructose corn syrup is ubiquitous in Western diet, and study suggests it could play unique role

February 06, 2012: Many U.S. Kids Still Buy Unhealthy Snacks at School
Regulation needed to reduce students' access to junk food, researchers say

February 03, 2012: Smaller Plate Won't Help Your Diet, Research Shows
People eat until full regardless of the dinnerware, researcher says

February 02, 2012: If Your Dining Partner Overeats, So May You
In study, women mimicked eating behavior of new acquaintances, matching them bite for bite

January 30, 2012: Chubby Doctors Could Be Bad for Your Health
Study finds they're less likely to counsel heavy patients on weight

January 30, 2012: Those Extra Pounds Could Harm Your Back
Researchers say more severe spinal disc degeneration seen in obese patients

January 25, 2012: Long Shifts May Raise Some Nurses' Odds for Obesity
Arduous schedules take toll on their health, patient care, study finds

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 23, 2012: Parents May Hold Key to Treating Kids' Obesity
Heart association identifies successful strategies for helping children to achieve weight loss

January 17, 2012: More Known About Proteins That Cause Autoimmune Diseases
Researchers say 'autoantibodies' can cause lupus, diabetes, arthritis

January 17, 2012: Heavier Ex-NFL Players May Be Prone to Brain Decline
But experts say the new study findings may not include all contributing factors

January 17, 2012: Americans Aren't Getting Any Skinnier
But, the good news is the overall rate of obesity is stabilizing, researchers report

January 16, 2012: Overweight Teen Girls May Have Higher Acne Risk
However, no similar connection found for boys in Norwegian study

January 11, 2012: Certain Diabetes Drugs Might Aid Weight Loss
Medicines such as Byetta may help users shed pounds, but more study is needed, experts say

January 10, 2012: Health Tip: Make Low-Cholesterol Salad Choices
Watch those toppings

January 06, 2012: Researchers Identify Liver Cancer Risk Factors
Hepatitis C, obesity contribute to rising rates, new studies find

January 06, 2012: Weight Loss Surgery May Help Diabetes
Not a cure, but operation plus meds better than either treatment alone, researcher says

January 03, 2012: Weight Loss Surgery Linked to Fewer Heart Attacks, Deaths
People with serious cardiovascular issues may be good candidates, experts say

December 30, 2011: Obesity, Diabetes Pose 1-2 Threat to Young Americans
The result: They could be first generation to not live as long as their parents

December 29, 2011: Are Global Market Forces Linked to Obesity Epidemic?
Countries with less-restrictive trade policies have more fast food, more weight gain, study finds

December 27, 2011: Health Tip: Discuss Weight With Your Child
Teach good habits and a healthy approach

December 26, 2011: Mother-Toddler Bond May Influence Teen Obesity
Prevention strategies should go beyond eating, exercise, study suggests

December 23, 2011: Obesity Linked to Higher Esophageal Cancer Death Rates
Findings could lead to new treatment strategies for overweight patients, researchers say

December 23, 2011: Overweight 7-Year-Olds Face Higher Risk of Asthma
Slimming down before that age can help prevent onset of the disease, study suggests

December 23, 2011: Parents May Hold Key to Healthy Weight in Hispanic Kids
Lower-fat family meals can help reduce high obesity rate in this population, study suggests

December 22, 2011: As Obesity Rises, More Suffer From Acid Reflux
GERD symptoms have been linked to cancer of esophagus, researchers say

December 21, 2011: Diet Might Help Those Immobilized by Knee Osteoarthritis
Substantial weight loss reduces pain, raises mobility, researchers say

December 19, 2011: Obesity Linked to Lower Paychecks
Annual earnings are usually less, especially for women, study says

December 16, 2011: Study Looks at Stroke Risks in Teen Football Players
Possible factors include obesity and anabolic-steroid use, 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 15, 2011: Brief, Intense Exercise Lowers Blood Sugar, Small Study Finds
May help type 2 diabetics use glucose more efficiently many hours after activity, researchers say

December 15, 2011: NYC Sees Drop in Child Obesity; Can Other Cities Do Same?
Still, 1 in 5 children is obese, researchers say

December 14, 2011: Apnea Treatment Might Reduce Signs of Heart Disease Risk
Wearing CPAP mask during sleep improved blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar in study patients

December 13, 2011: Obesity Less Harmful to Self-Esteem in Black Women: Study
Questionnaire reveals racial differences in how weight affects quality of life

December 09, 2011: Obese Patients May Benefit the Most From Surgery for Irregular Heartbeat
They reported the greatest gains in quality of life, study finds

December 08, 2011: Obesity Linked to Worse Outcomes With Early Breast Cancer
But tamoxifen showed protective effect for heavy women, researchers say

December 07, 2011: Diabetes, Obesity After 60 May Drive Up Breast Cancer Risk
Study also finds low blood lipids linked to risk, but can't explain it

December 06, 2011: Vitamin D Levels Tied to Diabetes Risk in Obese Kids
Low levels were associated with more insulin resistance, study found

December 06, 2011: FDA Targets Homeopathic Weight Loss Products
Agency says there's no proof the remedies work, and associated diet may cause harm

December 06, 2011: Most Doctors Don't Tell Parents Kids Are Overweight
Or health care providers are speaking up, but message isn't sticking, study finds

December 05, 2011: Fitness May Lower Death Risk Even Without Weight Loss
Exercise benefit found in large study of white, middle-class men

December 05, 2011: Risk for Dementia Rises When Diabetes, Depression Meet: Study
The good news is that lifestyle changes may lower your risk for all three conditions, experts say

December 02, 2011: Colon Cancer Prognosis Worse for the Obese, Type 2 Diabetics
Cancer and heart-disease deaths higher, studies find

December 02, 2011: Kids of All Weights Benefit From Car Seats
Even overweight children safer when using the correct seat for their height and weight, study finds