Obesity isn’t just about extra kilos — it’s about how we live and the choices we make every day. The rise in fatty liver ...

Vitamin D deficiency is highly prevalent in the US and around the world. Roughly 15.4% of children and adolescents in the US were vitamin D deficient in 2017. While vitamin D deficiency has slightly ...

Children's eye care is often ignored. Since infants can't express discomfort, early detection of issues like eye strain is ...

A clinical practice guideline that stresses a multidisciplinary approach is intended to help clinicians manage obesity in ...

A new guideline for treating obesity in children and adolescents says medication can be helpful, but that health providers should prioritize addressing nutrition, exercise and psychological needs.

A new study highlights a 50% increase in young people living with obesity or excess weight in a little more than a decade in ...

Background: Obesity is a complex, chronic, stigmatized disease whereby abnormal or excess body fat may impair health or ...

A new report reveals that rising healthcare costs in India are forcing many, even those with insurance, to forgo essential ...

The concept of Peacock Parent is a damaging form of narcissistic parenting. These parents crave attention and control. They ...

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals said on Monday its drug Imcivree notably reduced weight in patients with a rare obesity disorder caused by damage to the brain, meeting the main goal of a late-stage trial.

Diagnosing obesity involves much more than simply stepping onto a scale. In fact, a thorough evaluation of a person's weight status is a complex procedure that involves taking into consideration many ...

Case in point: It’s fairly common for adults to tell well-behaved children they’re “mature for their age.” And while the phrase itself isn’t harmful, the message can sometimes carry a deeper and more ...