In women, having inadequate health literacy increased the risk of obesity by 43 per cent, while reporting at least borderline depression doubled the risk of obesity. This was not found in men.

The recognition of preclinical obesity may help people protect themselves from serious health risks, whether “it’s encouraging proactive lifestyle choices, assessing potential health issues ...

We all know that being overweight is bad for your health. Carrying excess fat is a risk factor for heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, a range of cancers and an increased chance of an early death. The ...

Medications like Mounjaro and Wegovy have been hailed as "game changers" for tackling obesity ... NHS, they can also be bought privately – but pharmacists and doctors have warned of risks ...