Health Conditions A-Z

Obesity

Obesity increases the risk of diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, some types of cancer, and even dementia later in life. Despite the health risks, it can be very difficult to shed extra pounds and keep them off.

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The Surprising Link Between Your Weight and Your Teeth

Is it Baby Fat—or Obesity?

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Surgery Is No Quick Fix for Obese Teens

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Study: Fast-Food Ad Ban Could Curb Childhood Obesity

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Study: 3 Family Habits May Fight Childhood Obesity

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Exercise Helps Fight Obesity Gene

Drop in Obesity: Why Antibiotics, Plastic, and Programs Might Matter

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Ending Weight Bias: The Easiest Way to Tackle Obesity in America

Study: Obesity Rate May Be Worse Than We Think

Get Fit to Graduate: Why Lincoln University's Policies Help Students Develop Healthy Habits

For Some Men, Staying in Shape May Override Body Weight

School May Be Out, but Kids Still Need Summer Nutrition Lessons

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The Shockingly Different Ways Men and Women React to 'Overweight' Tinder Dates

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Overweight is the New Normal Weight

Lack of Training, Bias Keep Doctors From Helping Obese Patients

Study: U.S. Obesity Rate Will Hit 42%

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Blinded by the Health Halo

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Why Nighttime Calories Are Worse for Your Waist

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Embarrassing Health Problems Solved, Grown-Up Halloween Treats, and How to Avoid Fall Weight Gain

4 Ways to Tell If You're at a Healthy Weight

Are You SURE You're Not Overweight?

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5 Places You Shouldn't Eat, How Beauty Backfires, and Fro-Yo for Less Than 300 Calories

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6 Ways to Avoid Overeating