Obesity News

François Pétavy, CEO at eYeka wants us to change our child's relationship with food
20 April 2012

Encouraging children to play with their food

Recent reports have shown that worldwide childhood obesity is on the rise with more than 22 million children...
Fake tan could be making you fat
16 April 2012

Chemical in fake tan could cause obesity and diabetes

A chemical used in fake tanning lotions could lead to obesity, according to a new study.
Extra fat around the middle is detrimental to health
23 March 2012

Obesity could harm the brain as well as the heart

We've all been made aware of the risks tht obesity can have on our hearts, but new research indicates that it...
Calorie information needs to be made more aware of so people know what they're eating
18 March 2012

Anti-obesity campaigns aren't working, according to campaigners

We're facing a national obesity epidemic and according to Which? the government haven't done enough to...
Fast food is now a popular choice of meal for many families
17 January 2012

Is Britain becoming a fast food nation?

Obesity figures are on a constant increase and no doubt the reason for that has been revealed today after a new...
New guidelines are hoped to improve children's health
16 January 2012

New guidelines aim for better food for pre-school children

The guidelines, published today by School Food Trust, will give extra support to parents and childcare...
Children as young as 7 have admitted to being bullied over their weight
10 January 2012

A quarter of children under 10 worry about being overweight

A recent survey has discovered that a quarter of young children under 10 feel overweight.
Dr Chris Pring
2 January 2012

Top surgeon Dr Chris Pring interview

In an exclusive interview, one of the most sought after weight loss surgeons in the country, Dr Chris Pring,...
Children are at a danger of becoming overweight
14 December 2011

Obesity rising in children leaving primary school

Obesity levels in children aged 10-11 have risen since last year.
Obesity needs to be addressed now
12 December 2011

Obesity responsible for shocking cancer statistics

Obesity is responsible for Britain’s shocking cancer statistics, according to new research.
The new plate will hopefully ease the obesity epidemic
22 November 2011

New plate to tell you to stop eating

In the fight against obesity, doctors have a new device - a talking plate that warns you for eating too fast.
Obese women are more likely to die young
11 July 2011

Obese women more likely to die young

Obese women are more likely to die young, so we urge you to adopt a more healthy and active lifestyle.
Children need to be encouraged to exercise more
4 July 2011

Children are not getting the right amount of exercise

Children are still not getting the recommended 60 minutes active minutes per day new research reveals.
Obesimed the new way to lose weight
7 June 2011

Lose weight and feel full

A new way to lose weight which keeps you fuller for longer
67 per cent of adults are obese
1 June 2011

Put time and effort into a healthier you

Obesity figures indicate just how fat the nation has become - 61 per cent of adults and 27 per cent of children...
GPs will also receive extra payment for keeping records of patients who weigh too much
24 May 2011

Doctors will be paid extra to tell patients they are fat

A new scheme will allow GPs to receive an extra payment for advising obese patients to lose weight.
Weight Worries For Mum-To-Be
24 March 2011

Weight Worries For Mum-To-Be

Being seriously overweight during pregnancy increases dangers for both mother and unborn child, but little is...
Only 1 in 3 Obese Brits Earn Over £20,000
2 November 2009

Only 1 in 3 Obese Brits Earn Over £20,000

Overweight and obese Britons are struggling to stay above the national average wage according to new research...