Mexico says a government-sponsored junk food ban in schools has taken effect as the country tries to tackle one of the ...

Specifically, a child is three to four times more likely to become an obese adult if their mom was obese, researchers ...

By being educated about the risks associated with obesity and pregnancy, you can take some powerful steps today to begin minimizing yours.

F or decades, this was the widely accepted way to feed a baby: Sit them in a high chair, pop open a jar of mushy pureed peas, ...

a recent UK study published in PLOS One reveals that factors beyond an individual's control—such as maternal obesity and smoking —play a significant role in determining whether a child becomes ...

A new study suggests that factors beyond individual control—such as socioeconomic status and maternal health—can ...

Childhood obesity rates have skyrocketed over the past ... What happens in the first hour after your child wakes up profoundly affects their entire day, including their metabolism and hunger ...

Dr. Al-Awar is worried about the statistics involved, because studies have shown that obesity can increase the health risks during pregnancy for both mother and baby. There is evidence to suggest ...

As obesity rates are set to soar globally ... who was not involved in the Lancet studies. Photo shows Mum and child looking at toddler food products in a supermarket. A new report has found ...

A government-sponsored junk food ban in schools across Mexico took effect on Saturday, officials said, as the country tries ...

A mom's health and lifestyle choices can affect her kids' risk of obesity as adults, a new study says. Specifically, a child is three to four times more likely to become an obese adult if their ...