The risk of obesity can be recognized from infancy, according to new research findings, which point to two key milestones on doctors’ growth charts. Read the full story

Obese people need to be more honest about how much they eat and drink, say British ministers in reference to a new government initiative to curb England’s obesity rate. Read the full story

Obesity ranks as high as drug abuse on the list of parents’ concerns in the U.S., according to a recent National Poll on Children’s Health. Read the full story

Children with active brown fat tend to be leaner according to a recent study, indicating the ‘good’ fat may play a role in regulating metabolism. Read the full story

Obesity rates increased for children and adults across all income levels over a period of 20 years, according to two recent government reports. Read the full story

Nick Jonas is joining first lady Michelle Obama in the battle against obesity, Disney recently announced. Read the full story

Childhood obesity may increase the risk of the common cold, according to a new study that found children with the cold antibodies were markedly heavier. Read the full story

Obese girls as young as seven years old are demonstrating signs of early puberty, a recent study shows, which could pose future health risks. Read the full story