Obese people and those with hypertension are at increased risk of developing fallen arches or flat feet.
Three main factors driving the rapid increase in osteoarthritis cases worldwide are aging, population growth and obesity.
Bariatric surgery can transform the lives of people grappling with morbid obesity, but it requires thoughtful consideration and preparation.
A weight loss medication approved by the FDA could benefit millions of U.S. adults who are overweight or obese and its use could prevent up to 1.5 million cardiovascular events in 10 years, a new study has projected.
India on the verge of obesity epidemic: Tackling the wicked issue.
Overweight or obesity is a result of consistent bad eating habits and poor lifestyle. Turning these bad habits into healthy ones can help you achieve sustainable fat loss.
Body fat percentage is a much more reliable indicator of an individual's general health than BMI, a new study has concluded.
Childhood obesity is a serious medical condition that affects adolescents and children, leading to the development of serious illnesses which were once considered adult health problems only.
Children born to mothers who were highly exposed to PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals", during pregnancy may be more likely to become obese.
Obesity has an impact on our entire body and on all our organs.
Obesity can cause depletion of testosterone levels in men. Weight-loss surgery could be a boon for obese men.
Struggling with obesity? Gastric balloon is a non-surgical approach to weight loss. Read on to know its advantages over other weight loss procedures.
Individuals can lower their chance of acquiring diabetes by making minor adjustments to their diet and exercise routines.
Gastric plication, a reversible bariatric surgery, helps an obese patient lose 10 kg in less than a month.
Obesity prevention, beginning at a young age and continuing throughout life, can dramatically enhance individual and public health, minimise suffering, and save billions of dollars in healthcare costs annually.
Doctors have raised concern about the increasing prevalence of maternal obesity, which can lead to detrimental consequences for both mothers and their babies.
If you have obesity or diabetes, you have higher chances of getting skin infections like cellulitis. Reason explained here.
Children born to overweight or obese mothers tend to be heavier in adulthood than those born to leaner mothers. This is why you shouldn't be overeating during pregnancy.
Obesity-related mechanical stress on the cervical spine and chronic inflammation can trigger the onset, progression of cervical ossification. Read on.
Here is the easiest way to lose weight in 7 days with diet plans and essential tips.
Obesity: Fitness guru shares tips to eliminate this surging lifestyle disease.
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: Symptoms and Treatment Methods
It is said that obese people are more susceptible to health complications than others. Obesity is a problem that plagues millions of people around the world. Body weight gain as a result of modern lifestyle is seen in all economic groups irrespective of age. Excess body weight is a medical problem. Being overweight or obese can be calculated by using a Body Mass Index (BMI) tool. The BMI formula is weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared. Watch Video.
The path to getting out of obesity is not straightforward. It sometimes becomes a vicious cycle, difficult to get out from.
Obesity: Fitness guru shares tips to eliminate this surging lifestyle disease.
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: Symptoms and Treatment Methods
The path to getting out of obesity is not straightforward. It sometimes becomes a vicious cycle, difficult to get out from.
The expert said that bariatric surgery is not a quick fix, but it requires mental preparation beforehand and sustained lifestyle changes to be successful in weight loss
A 38-year-old man weighing 262 Kg lost 41 Kg in one month after a bariatric weight loss surgery. Read on to know the benefits of bariatric surgery and when it is considered.
A bariatric and laparoscopic surgeon explains how gut flora and body weight (obesity) and suggests best foods to maintain a healthy gut.
The man, who was suffering from different ailments including obesity, was recommended a personalized naturopathy treatment.
Meal frequency and total calorie intake are stronger risk factors for weight loss or gain than meal timing, says a new study.
The bias can also be attributed to a failure in the understanding of obesity as a complex concept
India is witnessing a significant rise in bariatric surgeries as more people in the country are becoming overweight or obese.
One of the major risk factors of diabetes is obesity or being overweight. What is the actual connection between the two? Diabetes + Obesity = Diabesity.
Obesity: Can weight gain influence your vision?
Are you overweight or obese? Read on to find out. Also, get to know the factors that can contribute to weight gain.
Overweight or obesity is a contributing factor for a number of chronic diseases. Effective weight-loss programs or interventions are needed to address the obesity epidemic.
While Generation Z & Millennials prioritise physical activity, good food habits and mental health are taking a backseat.
Indians develop obesity-related metabolic diseases at much lower weight and BMI. Bariatric surgery helps reduce complications linked to obesity.
Dr Mahesh D M shares how diabetes affects one in ten people worldwide.
Abdominal obesity is more often associated with heart disease. Here are tips for obese people to lower their risk of heart disease.
According to Dr Mayank Madan, Department of GI Minimal Access and Bariatric Surgery, The CK Birla Hospital, Gurugram, "Obesity means excessive body mass which is measured by Body Mass Index (BMI)."
Knee problems are rampant in obese and overweight patients. Bariatric surgery might be a good option for those whose BMI is above 30.
Anyone with a BMI (Body Mass Index) of more than 30 is considered obese and a person with BMI between 25 and 29.9 is considered overweight or at risk of suffering from obesity.
Combined oral contraceptives are associated with increased venous thromboembolism (VTE) or blood clots, but the risk is even higher in obese women.
Teenagers who sleep less than eight hours a night are at increased risk of becoming overweight or obese, say a new study.
The man had started experiencing breathlessness and joint pain due to obesity. This popular weight loss technique helped improve his quality of life.
