A landmark Oxford review reveals weight regain is rapid after stopping GLP-1 drugs like Wegovy, suggesting a need for lifelong treatment. Experts warn of implications for NHS policy and private costs.
A landmark Oxford review reveals weight returns rapidly after stopping GLP-1 drugs like Wegovy, suggesting a need for chronic treatment. Experts warn of NHS policy implications.
Cambridge scientist Dr Giles Yeo explains how over 1,000 genes influence appetite and weight. Discover why willpower isn't the full story and what you can control.
New UK rules ban junk food ads online and pre-9pm on TV to protect children. With obesity rates twice as high in deprived areas, this is a vital step for public health and tackling inequality. Read more.
A Cambridge professor reveals a common gene mutation makes people feel constantly hungry, hindering weight loss. Discover the science and why new drugs offer hope.
New restrictions on junk food ads begin today, but a poll reveals 49% of Brits want the government to go further. Campaigners call for a ban on outdoor advertising to tackle child obesity.
New UK rules ban junk food ads on TV before 9pm and online entirely. The government aims to cut child obesity, but critics question the move's effectiveness. Read the full story.
A landmark UK ban on TV and online ads for HFSS foods like sugary cereals and pizza is now in force. The government says it will prevent 20,000 childhood obesity cases. Read the full story.
Juan Pedro Franco, once weighing 92 stone, has died from a kidney infection in Mexico aged 41. Read the full story on his health struggles and global obesity crisis.
Major UK supermarkets face new restrictions on HFSS product promotions. Learn how the ban on multibuy deals aims to tackle childhood obesity and what it means for shoppers.
New research suggests the smell of fatty foods like bacon during pregnancy could predispose children to obesity. Learn about the study's findings and the implications for maternal nutrition.
New research reveals calorie labelling on UK menus has minimal impact on food choices unless diners are actively dieting, challenging government obesity policy effectiveness.
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.
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.
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.
Groundbreaking research exposes how current food labelling systems are failing British consumers and contributing to rising obesity rates across the UK.
Groundbreaking research reveals how a 20% sugar tax extension could save thousands of lives and billions for the NHS while tackling Britain's obesity crisis.
Exclusive analysis reveals England's escalating obesity epidemic with stark regional disparities and concerning patterns emerging across different demographic groups.
New CDC data reveals American obesity rates have hit unprecedented levels, while revolutionary GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Zepbound show promising results in combating the epidemic.
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.
Groundbreaking obesity medication Wegovy gains Medicaid coverage across multiple American states, marking a significant shift in healthcare policy for weight management treatments.
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.
Groundbreaking research exposes how obesity has become the primary driver behind rising cancer rates in older adults, with stark warnings for UK healthcare systems.
Groundbreaking research exposes Australia's alarming obesity divide, with detailed analysis revealing which suburbs are winning and losing the battle of the bulge.
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.
California becomes first US state to implement sweeping restrictions on ultra-processed foods in schools and public institutions, sparking national health debate.
Popular restaurant chain Nando's removes unlimited Coca-Cola refills from UK menus amid growing obesity crisis and pressure from health campaigners.
In a landmark move for public health, the UK government is implementing sweeping restrictions on unhealthy food promotions, targeting multi-buy deals and online advertising to combat obesity.
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.
A damning UK Research and Innovation report exposes how Britain's broken food system is fuelling a diet-related health crisis and environmental damage. Discover the urgent need for transformation.