Overeating disrupts hormone balance, leading to infertility in both men and women. Excess weight causes hormonal imbalances ...

The number of U.S. adults with severe obesity increased from 2013 to 2023, according to a research letter published online Feb. 13 in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

For years, mainstream health has pushed the idea that being thin equals being healthy—and that being "thick" is unhealthy.

New Study Identifies Genetic Link Between Sugar Digestion and IBSThe research points to sucrose, among other sugars, as a key ...

Body mass index, or BMI, is computed by dividing your weight by your height (squared). It is generally used to help you ...

Higher BMI in early adulthood and midlife is linked to better memory performance, particularly in men and Black Americans, ...

When it comes to achieving healthy body weight, some men might look to what’s average and use that as their goal. For ...

The connection between obesity and thyroid cancer underscores the importance of maintaining a healthy weight. With scientific ...

The percentage of U.S. adults with obesity did not significantly rise from 2013 to 2023, though a small uptick in the rate of ...

While it seems like we’re getting slimmer as a population, a new report suggests that’s not necessarily the case: It found ...

Is obesity a risk factor or a disease? This debate shapes treatments, policies, and eating disorder care. Explore its impact ...

A healthy weight isn’t one-size-fits-all Learn why body composition lifestyle and overall wellness matter more than just a ...