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New tool can identify children who are likely to become obese in adulthood

It is hoped the discovery could one day lead to targeted help for youngsters at highest risk.

Evening Standard · Jul 21, 2025

Obesity fuelling UK’s sleep problems as apnoea cases soar by 214% in decade

Sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder that causes repeated breathing interruptions during sleep

The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2025

10 Gas Station Foods That Are Linked to Health Warnings

Gas stations offer quick, convenient food options for people on the go, but that convenience often comes at a steep nutritional price. Many of the most popular gas station snacks and meals are ultra-processed and loaded with ingredients that health organizations warn against. These foods frequently contain excessive sodium, unhealthy…

Grocery Coupon Guide · Jul 18, 2025

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Is Chronic Venous Insufficiency Fatal? Trump's Chronic Disease Explained - Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Health experts say that CVI is more likely to develop in people over the age of 50 and is commonly linked to ageing, obesity, inactivity, and prolonged standing or sitting.

International Business Times UK · Jul 18, 2025

Why some freebies for supermarket staff are being scrapped

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The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2025

54.2% Of Americans Are Obese, According To Surprising New Health Guidelines

"BMI is a terrible index!"

Bored Panda · Jul 16, 2025

Sainsbury’s to ban unhealthy snacks for staff amid government obesity crackdown

Sainsbury’s says the change in food provisions will give employees a chance to ‘make light meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner’

The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2025

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Obesity is caused more by diet than lack of exercise, new research shows

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The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2025

Being a couch potato has long been blamed for obesity - a new study has found the real cause

The study found that people in developed nations who are more sedentary burn similar amounts of calories to people in less-developed nations who often have very active lifestyles.

The Independent UK · Jul 15, 2025

Hidden health benefits from weight-loss shots revealed

The study saw experts from Taiwan examine data on 60,000 people from around the world

The Independent UK · Jul 15, 2025

Weight loss jabs linked to lower dementia and stroke risk

A study assessed the drugs in people with type 2 diabetes and obesity.

Evening Standard · Jul 15, 2025

Woman On Ozempic Goes Online For Advice About Her BF, Gets A Mental Health Diagnosis Instead

Do you think using Ozempic to lose weight is cheating?

Bored Panda · Jul 11, 2025

Weight loss may 'rejuvenate' fat tissues, clearing away aged cells

Weight loss is known to improve health in obesity. A new study provides clues to how: by rejuvenating fat tissue and changing fat cells' metabolism.

LiveScience · Jul 9, 2025

Obesity care: why “eat less, move more” advice is failing

For years, people living with obesity have been given the same basic advice: eat less, move more. But while this mantra may sound simple, it’s not only ineffective for many, it can be deeply misleading and damaging.

The Conversation · Jul 9, 2025

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The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025

Weight loss jabs not enough to tackle obesity, leading medics warn

The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) called on the government to tackle the nation’s ‘broken food system’

The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025

Weight loss jabs alone will not be enough to turn the tide on obesity – doctors

An estimated 1.5 million British people are using weight loss jabs.

The Guardian - UK · Jul 7, 2025

Weight-loss jabs helped us when all else failed

Letters: Rebecca Nottingham says healthcare for those struggling with obesity is abysmal, while Andy Taylor says Mounjaro has been revoluntionary for him. Plus a letter from Michael E Corby

The Guardian - UK · Jul 7, 2025

Big food companies must be held to account in obesity crisis

Letters: Let’s change the way the food industry operates so people have access to healthy food, says Barbara Crowther, while Eithne Dodwell says her local food bank users tend to shun healthier choices

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The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2025

Kids in the U.S. have become increasingly unhealthy over the past 17 years, new study finds

A new study shows that the health of U.S. children has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today more likely to experience obesity, chronic diseases and other problems

Evening Standard · Jul 7, 2025

Half of Britons oppose fining supermarkets failing healthy food targets

Supermarkets could be fined if they do not sell healthier food, under a new Government plan announced last week to tackle obesity.

Benzinga · Jul 7, 2025

Wegovy, Zepbound Prices Drop, But Most Patients Still Can't Afford Long-Term Use: 'Coverage Is Not The Same As Access,' Says Expert

The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2025

Obesity drug prices are dropping, but getting a steady supply remains a challenge

Prices are falling for the popular obesity treatments Wegovy and Zepbound, but steady access to the drugs remains challenging

International Business Times UK · Jul 3, 2025

UK to Give Britons More Access to Weight-Loss Drugs: Inside The Mission to Be 'Fat-Free'

Health Secretary Wes Streeting mentioned that they are targeting to slash levies on these weight-loss drugs for greater access for the public.

Evening Standard · Jul 3, 2025

OPINION - A 'fat free' Britain by 2035? Slim chance of that

It seems fair to say this government, turning one year old this week, has not yet achieved a reputation for speedy resolution of major national crises. Yet within the new 10 Year Health Plan is a radical plan – to make Britain “fat free” by 2035.

The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2025

Restaurants could be forced to report customer calorie counts to help combat obesity

Hospitality bosses claimed they were ‘totally blindsided’ by the plans and said they would lead to increased costs

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