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Among the 2,225 adults in the study, all under 60 years of age, 39.7% had obesity as defined only by higher BMI, while 39.1% ...

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New research published in BMJ Open shows ater aerobics may help people—especially women and people over 45—lose weight and ...

High sodium intake is linked to greater obesity risk, particularly in women, even when it comes from everyday foods. New ...

Whole grains are high in filling nutrients, like fiber and protein, which can help you eat fewer calories and reach your weight loss goals.

Around 40% of women and 12% of men in India have abdominal obesity, a waist over 90cm for men and 80cm for women, according ...