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Among children with high blood pressure (BP), there are racial and ethnic disparities in receipt of nutrition, lifestyle, and weight counseling.

A positive response to treatment for pediatric obesity has enduring health benefits into young adulthood, according to study findings.

A meta-analysis revealed that exercise interventions effectively reduced blood pressure levels in children and adolescents with overweight or obesity, with notable effects seen in girls.

The days of washing down a hotdog with a fizzy drink – and some other sugary drinks – while watching sport at a prominent ...

The medical director of the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Healthy Weight Initiative is sharing prevention tips and how to help ...

The pre-budget document tabled in Parliament on Friday said that the government must focus on a multi-pronged approach with stricter FSSAI labelling norms, higher GST, and awareness campaigns to curb ...

GREENFIELD, Ind. (WISH) — Four people living in central Indiana face a combined 60 charges following a child exploitation and pornography investigation, authorities announced Thursday.

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More U.S. adults believe it is a good thing than a bad thing for adults to use weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and other brands if they are struggling with obesity or have a health ...

Genetics and lifestyle characteristics, such as diet and physical activity, play a role in a child’s weight and body type. Research suggests a close link between certain genetics and obesity.

Childhood obesity continues to be a growing problem in out country. So, should the government regulate food advertising like it did with cigarettes?