Body mass index, or BMI, is computed by dividing your weight by your height (squared). It is generally used to help you determine your risk of having various types of health problems as you age. Being ...

Researchers found that teens with obesity ate more later in the day than their peers of healthy weight, and that their eating ...

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Experts reveal how to navigate psychological barriers to achieve healthier eating and exercise habits for weight loss.

HealthDay News — Many patients with overweight or obesity discontinue glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist therapy within one year, with higher discontinuation rates seen for those without ...

A new study reveals that the body’s internal clock plays a key role in eating behavior, influencing when and how much adolescents eat.

Researchers found that teens with obesity ate more later in the day than their peers of healthy weight, and that their eating behaviors were strongly influenced by their internal body clock.

Obesity is more than just a diet and exercise issue; it's deeply intertwined with psychological and social factors. Experts ...

Scientists have discovered that circadian rhythms—our internal clocks—play a major role in when and how much we eat. In a ...

For years, conventional wisdom has been that weight loss is a matter of willpower. Those who are overweight or obese just need to try harder to eat less and exercise more. But while diet and ...

As obesity rates rise across the U.S., a new study from UnitedHealthcare and the Health Action Council examines the financial ...

Researchers found that adolescents in the obese weight range ate more food later in the day than their peers of healthy weight, and that their eating behaviors were strongly influenced by their ...