Obesity affects over a third of Missouri's adults and children, with rural areas hit hardest. It's a complex issue linked to mental health and accessibility, not just personal choice.

Adolescents who spend more than three hours a day engaged in sedentary behaviors—including playing video games, reading for ...

A new analysis reveals Canada’s healthiest and unhealthiest provinces. The new year is often a time to evaluate health goals and head to the gym to boost physical fitness. Healthy eating and exercise ...

The number of U.S. adults with severe obesity increased from 2013 to 2023, according to a research letter published ...

From 2011 to 2022, mental health inequities by age, sex, and racial and ethnic group, were large, fluctuated over time, and matched prior research.

Gut health is about how well your body digests food, absorbs nutrients, and maintains a balance of good and bad bacteria.

As obesity rates rise across the U.S., a new study from UnitedHealthcare and the Health Action Council examines the financial ...

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have created comfortable, washable “smart pajamas” that monitor sleep apnea and ...

Adults with a history of depression accumulate long-term physical conditions at a faster rate than those without, researchers ...

More people are recognizing that joining the gym, becoming more active, and prioritizing your fitness have proven benefits ...

Higher BMI in early adulthood and midlife is linked to better memory performance, particularly in men and Black Americans, ...