A commission proposed a new definition of obesity focused on how excess fat affects the body, rather than assessing body mass index, that could change clinical care.

Doctors worldwide should adopt a more comprehensive approach to diagnosing obesity, incorporating broader criteria and focusing on when the condition leads to ill health, according to a new framework proposed by experts and endorsed by 76 medical organizations internationally.

It’s time to rethink what ‘obesity’ means as an international group of experts says the body mass index has limited value

Data from a Phase Ia single ascending dose study found that ASC30 demonstrated dose-proportional pharmacokinetics, a half-life of up to 60 hours, and superior pharmacokinetic properties compared to other oral GLP-1 receptor agonists.

Thriving communities start with holistic wellbeing, demanding global collaboration to combat obesity, stigma, and health inequities, writes Dr. Lipi Roy.

An Ottawa healthtech startup that focuses on combining behavioural and dietetic support is providing new help for employees who struggle with obesity.

Donald Trump continues to make waves in biopharma; Sage rejects Biogen’s unsolicited takeover offer; the obesity space sees more action with new company launches, IPOs and fresh data; and experts get ready for an important era in the Duchenne muscular dystrophy space.

China has prohibited imports of sheep, goat, poultry and even-toed ungulates from African, Asian and European countries due to outbreaks of livestock diseases such as sheep pox, goat pox and foot-and-mouth-disease.

BMI provided a shaky foundation for understanding obesity and related health risks. A shift to more accurate anthropometric measures must now be accompanied by a composite and committed policy respons

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an unhealthy diet (like one high ... sugar can lead to disordered metabolism and eating patterns that contribute to obesity and insulin resistance.” If you’re a fan of lunch meats, bacon, sausages ...

These chemicals may also be linked to the widespread consumption of ultra-processed foods, like chips, candies, and sodas. Studies show that people who eat a lot of these foods tend to weigh more, and obesogens could be part of the reason.

SINGAPORE: A recent infographic published by Seasia Stats shows that among countries in Southeast Asia, Singapore has the third highest percentage of overweight population. Topping the list is Brunei (28.2 per cent), followed by Malaysia (19.7 per cent), with Singapore rounding out the top 3 (11.6 per cent).