Obesity increases the risk of nearly 200 diseases. A new genetic test may be able to predict a young child's risk of obesity in adulthood.

In Raichur, Karnataka, Tataiah, who accused his wife of attempted murder, was booked under the Child Marriage Act after police discovered she was a minor (15.8 years old).

It is hoped the breakthrough will one day allow those at highest risk to get targeted support to prevent the excessive weight ...

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

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

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

Nina Kutina, rescued from an Indian cave with her daughters, refutes claims of neglect and illegality. She insists her children were happy, healthy and well-cared for, enjoying a fulfilling life.

This cross-sectional study including 426,000 children in Denmark found that body mass index (BMI) outcomes of COVID-19 pandemic–related control policies and restrictions were not exclusively observed ...

Monitoring a child’s growth involves more than simply tracking height and weight. One effective method to assess whether a child’s weight is appropriate for their age and height is using a BMI ...

Conclusion Using a BMI calculator for children is an effective way to monitor growth and identify early signs of weight-related concerns. Unlike adult measurements, child BMI is based on percentiles ...

Children under 14 years diagnosed with T1DM at the center were included, while those diagnosed elsewhere or with other diabetes types were excluded. Data included demographics, BMI z-scores based on ...