Obesity

Overall, nearly half dropped below threshold for obesity

Water and milk may be best, but is there value in trying to change industry from within?

Waist-to-hip-ratio, waist circumference can aid in predicting IR, researcher says

Weight-bearing activity post-surgery is key, researchers say

Just 10 minutes made a significant difference in how much fruits, veggies were eaten

Approaches to addressing body weight and composition should start early in life, researcher says

Randomized trial from China suggests no advantage to eating within an 8-hour window

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The Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 had a quick impact

But study suggests more steps alone may not be enough to offset effects of higher screen use

They provide an important tool for screening and managing patients

Need to go beyond weight, BMI for broader picture of health, emphasizes Amanda Calhoun, MD, MPH

Immediate interventions can ward off worse outcomes later, according to guideline authors

New indication for popular weight-loss injectable