A study feeding mice high-fructose corn syrup has found it increases the gut’s surface area that is associated with enhanced absorption of dietary nutrients and
A group of experts* have produced a consensus statement on combatting obesity stigma, outlining common myths about obesity and issuing recommendations for policy, healthcare, media,
The food industry is back in the spotlight as evidence mounts that a poor diet is a significant factor behind increased mortality from COVID-19. Research from the
Obesity is not a choice, and making people feel ashamed only makes them feel worse, according to top psychologists. The British Psychological Society report, covered
Marking the start of NHS England’s Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week, Diabetes UK has released new analysis which shows that one person is diagnosed with
The focus on the drive to tackle obesity should be more about health, not weight, according to Dr Oli Williams. Dr Oli Williams, a leading
Prolonged periods of sedentary time strongly associated with fat around internal organs according to a study. A team of researchers from the NIHR Leicester Biomedical
Had a busy time sorting out the season? Put your feet up and have a cup of tea. It now looks like tea can be
Members of the Obesity Health Alliance, a campaign group which formed last November to tackle obesity, has expressed concern about the increased risks to children’s
Addressing the fact that across the World Health Organisation’s European Region children are regularly exposed to marketing that promotes foods and drinks high in energy,
