Kids are more likely to maintain a healthy weight if their parents adopt a responsive style while they're babies and toddlers ...

Body mass index (BMI) was almost three times more likely to classify children as overweight as a waist circumference-to-height ratio, according to a new study.

This research examines childhood obesity rates in a rural county before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Children with obesity and specific comorbidities, including hypertension and type 2 diabetes, have increased risk for almost every skin condition.

Surprisingly, places like South America, North Africa, and the Middle East will be severely affected.

Childhood obesity is on the rise, with alarming projections showing one in six children and adolescents could be obese by ...

Globally, increases in obesity are projected to continue to 2050 for children and adolescents, and the prevalence of overweight and obesity is set to increase among adults.

Body mass index (BMI) was almost three times more likely to classify children as overweight than waist circumference-to-height ratio, according to a new study.

A study published on Tuesday in 'The Lancet' warns of the escalation of the obesity and overweight pandemic if no action is ...

Experts advise parents to create a healthy environment by encouraging balanced nutrition and limiting processed foods ...

More than half of adults and a third of children and teens worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050, a comprehensive ...

A major international study has found children and adolescents in Australia have experienced some of the fastest transitions ...