A retrospective population-based study showed that severe obesity and bariatric surgery independently increased the risk of inflammatory bowel disease.

For patients who are significantly overweight -- the path forward to losing it may include a decision between drugs or ...

Obesity significantly increases the risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) due to fat accumulation in the neck and abdominal ...

Researchers used data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey to examine the prevalence of obesity in the United States.

Obstructive sleep apnoea, strongly linked to obesity, can lead to severe health complications, highlighting the need for ...

With increasing urbanisation, changing dietary habits, and rising stress levels, India must adopt a holistic approach to prevent and manage obesity.

Roux-en-Y gastric bypass led to greater weight loss than sleeve gastrectomy in patients with obesity at 10 years, according ...

The percentage of adults with obesity increased by 13.6% from 2010 to 2020. The percentage of those with severe obesity decreased from 10.7% to 10.3% from 2021 to 2024. Obesity trends have stayed ...

Efecan Kultur, a Turkish TikTok star known for posting mukbang videos involving excessive eating, has died at the age of 24 after complications related to obesity.

Effective treatment focuses on weight loss, lifestyle changes, CPAP therapy, and in severe cases, bariatric surgery to improve overall well-being. Obesity is among the leading risk factors for the ...

Experts say incorporating mental health support into obesity care is critical for effective and sustained outcomes. How can ...