Newspaper headlines are filled with references to the FTO gene, or the fat gene as some are calling it. But what is the truth behind the headline?

Nov 15, 2010 - Greg Philp

Schools are attempting to reduce obesity in students. What are some trying?

Apr 21, 2008 - Barbara Pytel

Fatal disease from binge eating disorders is America's biggest killer. Understanding the reasons why this has come about could prevent this becoming a worldwide trend.

Oct 11, 2009 - Luke Waterson

The National Institutes of Health reports obesity the second leading cause of preventable death. It affects over 97 million Americans.

Aug 2, 2010 - Shannon Marks

Chef Joseph Ciminera is the host of "Taste This! TV", and he has decided to use his love of food to address childhood obesity.

Feb 18, 2010 - Mike Virgintino

Parents' behaviors may have a link with obesity in children. A new study finds that better parental actions decrease the obesity risk.

Jan 25, 2011 - Summer Minor

Obese and overweight children in Canada often have parents who don't do as much as they could to help their child lose weight, a newly released study says.

Sep 27, 2010 - Marcus Hondro

Research reveals facts about obesity that suggest excess weight causes cancer. Evidence also indicates a link between cases of cancer and diet.

Nov 8, 2009 - Jennifer Graham

Eastern European studies attract both undergraduate and graduate students. Learn the best sources for a thesis, final paper or group project.

Apr 13, 2011 - Jennifer Ciotta

Evidence suggest adequate levels of vitamin D may improve success with weight management programs and lower incidence of obesity in some.

Mar 19, 2010 - Laura Owens

Our friends, families and social networks influence our attitudes and acceptance of over weight and obesity. Friends can also motivate each other to fitness and health.

Jul 27, 2007 - Christine Nyholm

The link between obesity and infertility is well established. Women having difficulty getting pregnant may increase their chances through weight loss.

Sep 5, 2010 - Susan Drew

An exploration into the decline American critical thinking, propagated by the media, and fueled by political agendas, how information dulls our minds.

Feb 24, 2011 - Douglas Robinson

Although employee obesity may impact the cost of doing business, weight cannot become a criterion for a worker's performance evaluation.

Dec 22, 2010 - Stephen Allen Christensen

An alarming 32% of adults in the United States are obese. Fortunately, understanding the causes of obesity can aid in its prevention.

Sep 16, 2010 - Jennifer Long

With the number of obese people skyrocketing, it is difficult to narrow down one single cause of obesity. Why is our country growing into an obese culture?

Jun 8, 2010 - Deanna Roddy

According to studies, physical fitness significantly affects work performance. Obesity negatively affects the quality and quantity of work performed.

Feb 1, 2011 - Melissa Ridenour

A new study shows that many obese mothers and children underestimate their size. Doctors and pediatricians have noticed this trend as well.

Dec 2, 2011 - Melissa Ridenour

Obesity has been recognized as an epidemic and is on the rise. Health experts agree that obesity is deadly and fear that it has become normal to be obese.

Sep 11, 2010 - C. Marie

Obesity may cause pregnancy loss, stillbirth and even infant death below one year, according to new research.

May 9, 2011 - Joanna Karpasea-Jones