Mud and water therapies, massages and yoga are proving to be a popular remedy for obesity, back pain, indigestion, common cold and other psychosomatic diseases in India.

Feb 17, 2010 - Raj Kaushik

What would you do if your doctor or another family member suggested that your child lose weight? Would you put him or her on diet or encourage them to exercise more?

Feb 26, 2007 - Tracy Rose

Food nutrition and ingredient labels can be confusing. Do you need a dictionary to decipher food packaging information when visiting your local grocery stores?

Sep 10, 2009 - Bev Yaworski

Childhood obesity has hit front page with Michelle Obama displaying concerns about it. But there are lesser known aspects to it that elude consideration.

Jan 7, 2011 - Lizbeth Pereira

The national statistic regarding childhood obesity is not pretty: it has more than tripled since 1980. However, concrete steps can be taken to reverse this trend.

Dec 8, 2009 - Brigitte Harton

The Nutrition Key program is designed to help consumers make healthy choices and help reverse America's obesity problem.

Jan 26, 2011 - Giovanna De Gennaro

Trans fats and refined carbohydrates promote insulin resistance and raise the risk of obesity and chronic diseases. Learn how good oils support good health

Oct 27, 2010 - Michael Onwochei

Canned goods and packaged foods don't last forever. Proper handling extends their shelf life; following safety rules decreases risks of foodborne illness.

Oct 27, 2010 - Harriet Cooper

The rate of childhood obesity has more than doubled in the past 30 years. Learn the simple steps that can help prevent it.

Jan 3, 2011 - Christopher Perry

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

Learn about the contributing factors for obesity within America.

Nov 18, 2010 - Beau Diehl

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

Apr 21, 2008 - Barbara Pytel

The number of overweight and obese individuals in America is alarming. Americans are giving the term "eat your heart out" a whole new meaning.

Feb 15, 2011 - Sharonda Faison

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

Overweight and obesity are a major public health problem worldwide, and its occurrence has increased dramatically during the past three decades.

Nov 1, 2010 - Michael Koger

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

There is an epidemic of obesity in the world. If Christians are to honor God with their bodies, it's believed they need to watch what they eat and drink.

Mar 15, 2010 - Todd Stuart

According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, 25% of children are obese or overweight. Childhood obesity is becoming an epidemic with lifelong consequences.

Sep 22, 2008 - Abby Deliz

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

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