In an effort to accelerate weight gain, some parents overfeed their children from birth, especially through bottle feeding ...

A groundbreaking study involving genetic data from over five million people has uncovered how our DNA can predict obesity risk as early as childhood. The new polygenic risk score outperforms previous ...

How we discuss body shapes greatly influences children’s self – perception. Society blends personal history and medical ...

The World Obesity Federation expects more than half the global population to be overweight or clinically obese by 2035.

Question: I have a seven-year-old daughter who is getting a little chubby. I give her fresh, healthy food in appropriate portions but she has access to loads of treats outside the home – on playdates, ...

This test can be performed on children before their genetic risk starts to shape their weight, which may support early prevention.

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The World Obesity Federation expects more than half the global population to be overweight or clinically obese by 2035.

A new genetic analysis using data from over five million people has provided a clearer understanding of the risk of going on to live with obesity.  New research led by the Universities of Copenhagen ...