But parents shouldn't worry, researchers say

Anxiety may prompt the children to eat unhealthy foods, study suggests

Mouse study shows genetic link to signals telling body when it's full, safe to mate

More likely to make insulin-resistant proteins, study says

Finding could lead to new drugs in fight against obesity, study says

Obese patients with GERD may choose gastric bypass instead, experts say

Findings offers hope of new treatments for severe obesity in humans

Stimulation of brown globules helps burn calories, hints of new ways to treat obesity

At least 20% of adults are obese in every state except Colorado

Fast food access, alcohol and study load contribute to poor dietary choices, expert says

In animal study, effect on those with metabolic syndrome was seen within days

Altered sense of taste may result in preference for unhealthy foods, studies suggest

Clumsiness at age 7, below-par motor skills at 11 linked to weight gain later, study says

2 in the morning helped adults lose 65% more weight, study finds

Obesity, previous HRT, chemo also raised chances for those on endocrine treatment, study says

And the improvements in blood sugar and blood pressure last, even if weight comes back

Not all overweight in metabolic danger, but waist size a factor even in the normal-weight

Research with a brain chemical might lead to drug treatments for humans

Higher adiponectin levels may indicate underlying disease, study finds

Delayed diagnosis, less successful surgery, pair of studies finds

Globules around organ more dangerous than thick waist or high body mass, study suggests

Even an hour's less rest linked to doubled chance of weight gain, study finds

And that can mean missed care, fading health, earlier death, experts say

Older, densely populated areas get people moving, study finds

Saturday can be toughest for those trying to drop pounds, study finds

New molecular clock component ties all three together, researchers say

Goal is to prevent progression to the full-blown disease and its huge costs

It may seem just cosmetic, but condition can lead to more serious problems, doctor warns

Within five years, $16 billion a year could be saved, report claims

One-quarter of Americans report being obese, CDC report says

By age 15, amount of daily exercise drops by about two-thirds, study finds

Cutting just 300 calories a day slows metabolism, tissue failure, study says

Both conditions cause significant decrease in body's ability to repair sperm DNA, studies find

Teen girls likely to be heavier if they spend a lot of time on the Internet, study shows

Higher levels of fetuin-A were linked to later disease development, study found

Logging intake makes you think about what you eat, study finds

Impact has yet to be felt, since type 2 course may take 10 years to show, study says

Parents should be aware of small risk for those not on meds, expert says

Lack of breast-feeding and early introduction of solid foods may be to blame, study says

Major study suggests slimming down, quitting smoking would boost average life span by 1.3 years

Children as young as 2 should be tested for high cholesterol, group says

As many as 6 million U.S. youngsters have the condition, researchers warn

Rats fed junk food had higher cholesterol, blood fats into adulthood, British study finds

Reports tells how many carbs and calories are in 26 best-selling alcoholic beverages

Study finds patients twice as likely to care for themselves, saves money in long run

It led to almost 40-pound reduction among sedentary, obese women, study found

Certain DNA raises the odds of this cluster of heart risk factors, experts say

Patients who dropped most pounds went off diabetes meds and into remission, study found

Metformin delayed first menstruation, cut body fat for those at risk of insulin resistance

Seasonings and sweeteners called 'tastants' help you feel full, study suggests

Study also suggests strong association between chilhood overweight and higher readings

7-year study found staying in good shape more important than weight

Fasting blood glucose test less reliable than glucose stress test in detecting prediabetes

Less daytime napping, fewer complaints of insomnia predicted a healthier life, study finds

Study says it should be considered in those with history of snoring, apnea

'Addicted' cells provide early diagnosis; diet could affect changes, study says

Study suggests the brain chemical serotonin influences fat metabolism

How you eat counts, study says, but nervous system also dictates weight gain, loss

But this protection breaks down when obesity sets in, study finds

No weight gain seen among those who drink 100% juice, but not all experts agree with findings

Rejecting media images, resilience to negative comments should be focus of prevention

Consumption of such drinks now make up to 15% of their daily calories, study finds

Survey finds less than half of Americans know two particular fats boost cardiovascular health

But experts note that many American kids are still too heavy

Eating out is common while traveling, but it's important to make healthy choices

Finding could help research into soaring obesity, diabetes rates, study says

Those with BMI of 35 or more 10.5 times more likely to experience complications

Researchers analyze different proteins in progression of risk factors as subjects aged

Stick with your eating plan

Among people at high risk, healthy eating and exercise can delay disease, researchers say

The 'good bacteria' also boost gastrointestinal functioning, study found

But increased cardiovascular risk less certain, researchers find

Nashville, St. Louis, and Detroit bring up the rear, survey says

They experience higher heart rates and more demand for oxygen, study found

Pills, supplements have potentially dangerous ingredients, lack warning labels, study finds

Study finds signs of trouble show up even when statins, blood pressure meds are used

Study finds those given injections of ghrelin showed activity in brain's reward centers

Cannabinoid-blocking receptors thwarted rewiring needed for neural development, mouse study shows

Blood chemicals in overweight participants were key predictors of organ failure, study says

Heaviest lose ability to inhale as deeply or exhale as fully as normal weight individuals

But without losing pounds, activity alone unlikely to reverse dangers for overweight

Discomfort appears to decline along with weight, study finds

Meds they take, changes in biological clock put many at risk for serious disease

75% say they behave abnormally around food, survey finds

Efforts that fueled recent declines have hit a plateau, report says

This, despite research that says proper diet and exercise can keep disease from recurring

Don't eat for 2, because complications increase with excess weight

Mouse study concludes weight gain is an early symptom, not a direct cause

Findings challenge belief that racial disparities were result of age, body composition

Finnish study says early start to healthy lifestyles can pay big dividends later

How much is healthy

French study in rats finds olanzapine changes metabolism in weeks

Philadelphia-based nutrition program reduced overweight by 50%, study concludes

And some parents may unsuspectingly contribute to their child's sleep problems, researchers say

Personal sets interfere with family time, grades and nutrition, study finds

Research shows weight gain during first year at college far less than thought

And how to determine if you're at a healthy weight

Genetic ties suspected between father's, but not mother's, weight and elevated enzymes

Maintain a healthy lifestyle

Study finds the extra health-care costs strain the system

Many have high percentages of body fat, leaving them prone to heart disease, diabetes

Hope is that Acomplia might help fight coronary disease

Up to half of cancer deaths could be avoided with lifestyle changes, experts say

Potbellies in midlife may flood brain with toxic substances, researcher says

Key difference appears to be how their bodies react to protein, study says.

Even more than income, where people live determines who goes out to play, study finds

Study finds they're not getting needed screenings for breast and cervical tumors

But it's not too late to protect yourself and your family, experts say

Insulin levels hike very fast when daily physical activity declines, Danish study found.

Researchers study factors in success of bariatric procedure

Not enough slumber can contribute to weight gain, experts say

Study focused on locally advanced breast cancer and inflammatory breast cancer

Study found those who gained weight rapidly, were African-American were much more likely to suffer relapses

Just 10-30 minutes a day showed significant improvement in social functioning

Weight-loss drug not approved in U.S. may block brain receptor among some users

Kids in program ate less junk food, more fruits and vegetables

Girls in poor neighborhoods most likely to watch TVs or computers, study finds

Interactive Web sites may also help, at least for a while, study finds

Findings may explain why breast-fed infants less likely to be overweight later

Surprise finding might help doctors slow, reverse damage done by drinking, researcher says

Study says breathing-related problems more likely in the overweight

Finding offers hope for curbing pediatric obesity epidemic in U.S.

Teens who start the day with a healthful meal tend to stay trimmer, study suggests

Increased dietary intake of these refined compounds mirrors growth of disease, study says

Blood vessel damage sets stage for insulin resistance, heart disease, study finds

Study found overload of commercials aimed at children on Spanish-language stations

Study found adults ate worse than children did in 'food-insecure' households

Those who could benefit most have the poorest eating habits

Saccharin tricked body, slowed down metabolism in rats

Most patients were still eating poorly one year later, study found

New research suggests brains of heavy individuals may be wired differently

It brought back vivid, 30-year-old memories for patient, researchers say

The device helps them set, meet goals, study suggests

It helps patients shed more pounds than dieting and exercise do, study shows

But childhood obesity epidemic could undo gains, heart association says

But fast food is no friend of the waistline, new study finds

Metformin plus lifestyle intervention counteracts pounds added by antipsychotics

But adverse effects include gastrointestinal problems, anxiety

Those who self-reported low esteem most likely to add pounds over 2-year span, study finds

Pushing child to eat more or less food had same effect on weight at age 2, study says

Tips on getting healthy without heading to the gym

Older men can lose body fat, but treatment won't boost strength or mental powers, study finds

Kids' sleep patterns also vary by season, day, researchers report

Find an exercise that you love and seek out support from friends, experts advise

Added emphasis on physical activity joins USDA guidance on nutrition and healthy weight

Outdoor spaces and lots of portable toys get kids moving, researchers say

As another Christmas Day approaches, they speculate how he jolly well does it

Servings rose from 3 to 4 per day after service was added to lunchroom, study found

In some cases, people with a BMI under 40 might even benefit more, study suggests

But cardiovascular disease remains America's No. 1 killer, AHA says

Just a 30-minute walk most days reduces threat, even without diet changes, study finds

Newly discovered genes and their proteins could be targets for weight-loss therapies, scientists say

8 end-stage kidney failure patients used the device for up to 8 hours, researchers say

Study found fat mice had harder time fighting gum disease

Waist-hip ratio measurement is a strong predictor of heart disease, Britsh study says

Studies find effects on breast, prostate and colorectal tumors

Tesamorelin shrinks the visceral fat around organs that boosts heart risks

Experts warn of surge in cardiovascular troubles by 2035

People in good shape tend to outlive folks who aren't, study finds

Fatty, high-calorie foods aren't the only contributors

Smart choices, even chewing gum, can help keep extra pounds at bay, expert says

The national partnership wants to create a healthier America

But a cause for the connection is still being sought

But more than a third of Americans still weigh much too much, study finds

Patients over 450 pounds are often too large for equipment, study finds

Decade of data shows increase in weight-control behaviors across cultures

More steps lead to lower blood pressure, more weight loss, study finds

Research suggests their higher blood volume explains it

Gains in the 1980s, 1990s have slowed or even been reversed, experts warn

How to prevent packing on extra pounds

Experts caution against prescribing drug to patients who are already depressed

Doctors more often tell younger people to change diet, get more exercise, study found

Data covering 34 years shows parental history, overweight are markers for adult disease

Researchers aren't sure why mortality may be tied to weight

Eat-healthy programs work, but kids gain back pounds during holidays, study finds

Obesity linked to a range of tumor types, studies find

Other research supports moderate drinking, fasting for cardio health

More obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure are driving the trend, study says

But some extra weight may not lead to cardiovascular disease and cancer, research finds

Children as young as 7 show signs of cardiovascular risk factors, study finds

Just 45 minutes more shut-eye a night might make a difference, study finds

The condition, which is symptomless, can lead to heart attack and stroke

Report says exercise and diet can lower chances of malignancies

It's linked to obesity, which then triggers hypertension, study suggests

It boosts the mind and the body, study shows

What to do

Fewer dopamine receptors on cells could prompt overeating, study suggests

Early signs of cardiovascular disease are there, researchers say

About a quarter of the world's adults are obese, study finds

Higher estrogen levels believed to contribute to disease

But more is needed to improve nutrition and physical activity, report says

DNA-based brain chemical changes mean more food is needed, study suggests

A fifth of patients need to work through mental problems beforehand, study finds

More than 6% of patients die within 5 years, but certain factors can boost outcomes

Very overweight people face 6 times the odds, study finds

It does so outside of normal diabetes risk factors, such as obesity, study finds

Effect does wane over time, study finds

C-reactive protein raises odds of age-related macular degeneration, experts say

Ornish beat Atkins, but any weight loss is good for the heart, researchers say

22 new centers now added, first participants set to join next year, officials say

Americans outspend Europeans when it comes to chronic disease care, study finds

A 6-month diet restored normal blood pressure, study finds

'AGEs' are produced in fatty foods at high heat, experts say

Study finds no link, but these foods do fight other health woes, experts say

Studies find it's tougher than ever for youngsters to stay healthy

Chronic high blood sugar is leading cause of adult-onset blindness, experts note

They say they've lowered the fat, kept the crispiness

Switching to low-glycemic carbs prevents the lethal illness, study finds

Patient needs may dictate which combo of drugs plus insulin works best, researchers say

It may take decades to reverse the health threats, experts say

It is tied to increased Alzheimer's risk, however, researchers say

Exercise is always good, but combining two approaches brings better results, study finds

Menus are changing nationwide as customer, regulatory pressures mount

It raises risks even if blood pressure, cholesterol factored out, study finds

Routine helps teens make better food choices as adults, study finds

It typically precedes their hospitalization, study finds

Fatty meal has immediate, negative effect on heart health, research shows