New research to be presented at the European Congress on Obesity (ECO 2026, Istanbul, Turkey, 12–15 May) shows that living with obesity in childhood is associated with lower future levels of education ...

Individuals who lived with obesity as children are less likely to be in work or studying in their mid-20s than their peers, new research being presented at year's European Congress on Obesity (ECO ...

Childhood obesity is one of this nation’s most daunting and serious health issues. “Many people have the impression that schools have created the overweight problem with kids, but it isn’t true, ...

In a recent article published in the journal PLOS Complex Systems, researchers explored the link between impulsivity and obesity across 915 cities in the United States. Their findings indicate that ...

Since 1990, childhood obesity has nearly doubled globally, with the U.S. at the forefront. Addressing pediatric obesity requires a multifaceted approach from tackling the influence of social media and ...

Childhood obesity is influenced by diet, physical activity, genetics, and environmental factors, leading to significant health risks and psychological effects. The economic burden of childhood obesity ...

While parents and caregivers play a role in shaping children’s eating patterns, this does not mean they are responsible for childhood obesity. Various factors contribute to obesity, many of which are ...

A recent review offers an insightful look into obesity management in children and adolescents, highlighting a panel of experts' opinions on the updated American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines. While ...

New research shows that contrary to the fears of many parents, video games might be able to help children with obesity exercise more. Amy S. Lu, an associate professor of communication studies and ...

New data showed childhood obesity has hit a record high in recent years, while federal changes such as cuts to food assistance programs and a revamped food pyramid reignite debates over how to handle ...

Childhood obesity prevention and nutrition education encompass a spectrum of strategies aimed at reducing excess weight gain and promoting healthier dietary patterns from an early age. Effective ...