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As childhood obesity rates continue to rise nationwide, one northern California county has taken action by banning toy giveaways with fast food meals for kids....

Sugar is being unfairly blamed for the rising rate of obesity in the U.S., says one industry group, which notes that per capita consumption has actually declined over the past decade....

Weight loss surgery prior to pregnancy can dramatically reduce the risk of hypertensive disorder and other serious health conditions for obese women....

Obesity caused by a genetic mutation may also increase the risk of Alzheimer’s by reducing the volume of the brain, according to a new study....

Obesity is emotionally disturbing to women, according to a new study, which indicates that slender women feel anxious and depressed when they see someone who is overweight....

Obesity rates among young Americans soon could cut into military quotas, since more than one in four recruits are too heavy to enlist....

An obese Florida man charged with five counts of felony petty theft was offered a plea when prosecutors determined it would cost too much to incarcerate him....

Obese patients receive equal treatment when it comes to preventative care, according to a new study, although docs admit to communication challenges....