Obesity rates are higher among lower-income groups in the United States, but in developing nations, wealthier citizens are the ones with excess weight. Read the full story

The rates of obesity and obesity-related diseases among Americans continue to increase, in spite of multifaceted efforts to address the epidemic. Read the full story

Obesity has reached epidemic proportions in the U.S., experts say. So, why aren’t doctors talking to their patients about it? Read the full story

Childhood obesity rates have increased due to constant snacking by kids, according to a new study. In fact, snacking accounts for more than a quarter of the calories children consume. Read the full story

Obesity is increasingly being listed as a cause of death in England, analysis of death certificates shows. Read the full story

Obesity and related health conditions, including diabetes, may soon bankrupt America’s Medicare system, experts say.  The number of diabetics is expected to nearly double in the next 25 years. Read the full story

Diet soda is not much better for you than regular soda, according to a new study, and could be harmful to your kidneys. Learn more in this report from WLS News. Read the full story