Over the past 17 years, the health of children in the U. S. has taken a turn for the worse. Today's kids are more likely to be overweight, suffer from long-term illnesses, and struggle with mental health issues like depression. This isn't just one or two problems; it's a wide range of health concerns affecting children across the country. Experts have known about th...

As we step into 2025, many Americans are eager to make some changes. A recent survey found that health, exercise, and diet are at the top of most people's lists. This isn't surprising, given that obesity has been a big issue in the U. S. for a long time. But last year, something interesting happened—the obesity rate dropped for the first time in over a decade. This i...

Over the past few decades, obesity rates have been climbing, with predictions suggesting that nearly half of American adults could be obese by 2030. While changes in lifestyle like diet and exercise often result in a modest 3-5% weight loss, more significant changes are needed to tackle health issues linked to obesity. That's where medication steps in, with the US Fo...

Obesity is a growing problem in the U. S. , especially hitting hard among the marginalized and those with lower incomes. Laws and policies aimed at preventing and reducing obesity can make a big difference in people's health by improving their environments and giving them better access to healthy resources. But how have these policies changed over time in a state lik...

For the first time in a decade, the alarming rate of obesity among American adults has finally hit the brakes. Or has it? While the overall obesity rate has plateaued, a new and concerning trend has emerged: severe obesity is on the rise. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently reported that the rate of severe obesity has increased, rising f...