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Calorie Labels on Menus Fail to Change Habits

New research reveals calorie labelling on UK menus has minimal impact on food choices unless diners are actively dieting, challenging government obesity policy effectiveness.

Sugar tax extended to milkshakes and lattes

UK government expands sugar tax to include milkshakes and pre-packaged lattes from 2028 to tackle childhood obesity. Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces tougher measures.

Trump slams 'fat shot' weight loss drugs in explosive rant

Donald Trump launches astonishing attack on revolutionary weight-loss injections like Wegovy and Ozempic, branding them the 'fat shot' while claiming natural methods are superior. The former president's controversial health comments spark medical debate.

West Midlands tops UK childhood obesity chart

New NHS data exposes a growing health crisis as West Midlands records highest childhood obesity rates in England, with nearly 1 in 3 Year 6 children clinically obese.

NHS forced to choose: Obesity crisis vs routine care

Exclusive analysis reveals how Britain's growing obesity epidemic is pushing the NHS toward an impossible choice between routine care and weight-related treatments as waiting lists hit record highs.

Wegovy Gains Medicaid Coverage in US States

Groundbreaking obesity medication Wegovy gains Medicaid coverage across multiple American states, marking a significant shift in healthcare policy for weight management treatments.

Obesity linked to 32 cancer types in shock study

Groundbreaking research from Lund University shows obesity significantly increases risk for numerous cancers including leukaemia, thyroid and breast cancer, with UK health experts calling for urgent action.

Obesity Crisis: 22 US States Hit Record Highs

New data reveals America's obesity epidemic has worsened dramatically, with 22 states reaching unprecedented levels. Health experts warn of severe consequences for healthcare systems and national wellbeing.

UK bans energy drink sales to under-16s

The UK government announces sweeping restrictions banning energy drink sales to children under 16, targeting brands like Irn-Bru and A.G. Barr amid growing health concerns about excessive sugar and caffeine consumption.

Weight-loss jabs transform child obesity treatment

Groundbreaking NHS research reveals obesity injections like Wegovy are dramatically more effective than lifestyle changes alone for teenagers, offering new hope in the childhood obesity crisis.

Food Industry Lobbying Derails Labour Health Plans, Experts Warn

Exclusive: Senior health professionals warn that intensive food industry lobbying is pressuring the Labour government to abandon crucial public health policies, including junk food advertising restrictions and sugar taxes, putting corporate profits before

Breaking Britain's Junk Food Cycle: A System Failure

An in-depth investigation reveals how Britain's broken food system fuels a public health crisis. Discover the powerful corporate interests, government failures, and the actionable solutions needed to break the junk food cycle for good.

UK bans energy drink sales to under-16s

Ministers announce sweeping ban on high-caffeine energy drink sales to under-16s as part of new childhood obesity strategy. Retailers face hefty fines for violations.

NHS Imposes Mandatory Sugar Limits on Baby Food

The NHS is spearheading a major crackdown on sugar and salt in baby food. Discover how new mandatory limits and a ban on sweeteners aim to reshape children's health and combat the UK's obesity crisis from weaning age.

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