“It’s been known for a long time that obesity causes uncontrolled inflammation, but no one knew the mechanism behind it. ‌Our ...

Researchers have quantified the role of obesity in common long-term conditions, showing for the first time the effect of ...

Is Obesity Genetic or Environmental? Get All the Details This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key ...

A new study finds that obesity and high blood pressure may directly cause dementia, not just increase the risk.

The American Heart Association (AHA) released a scientific statement in Circulation about socioeconomic and structural ...

Obesity and high blood pressure directly raise dementia risk, showing early lifestyle choices protect brain health.

Obesity is “contributing to avoidable harm” while also putting increased pressure on NHS maternity services, according to the new report. The college said there must be “bold, joined-up action” from ...

Weight problems and high blood pressure are not just warning signals but direct triggers of dementia. A new study has just ...

OBESITY is a direct cause of dementia, say scientists. Flab has for years been known to be a risk for brain damage but ...

From early diabetes to anxiety and body shaming, the long-term impact of childhood obesity can be devastating. Bariatric ...