The Latest Breaking News from Obesity

Invented in the 19th century, practically every dieter follows some kind of calorie restricting regime. But are they completely meaningless, asks Giulia Crouch?

Staying active is the simplest way to reduce your chances of heart disease and obesity, as well as a myriad of other health conditions. Walking is one of the easiest activities we do - here's how to make it a calorie-burner.

As part of a bid to reduce obesity, people are being encouraged to make 'healthier choices'

The finding is based on more than 1,200 people tracked for over 30 years.

The move would come as a bid to tackle increasing rates of obesity and overweight.

Diabetes UK has revealed there has been more than a 50% increase in children receiving treatment in the last five years

Letters: Prof Rachel Batterham thinks obesity can only be tackled with concerted cross-government action, Les Bright says the Tories should be used to dealing with admin problems, while Peggy Thomas says obese people are not greedy, they are poor

Here's a roundup of top developments in the biotech space over the last 24 hours:

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ:RYTM) entered into a Revenue Interest Financing Agreement with HealthCare Royalty Partners for a total investment of $100 million.  Rhythm intends to use the proceeds to support global commercialization efforts for its newly approved Imcivree (setmelanotide) and ongoing clinical development. With this new approval, Imcivree is indicated for chronic weight management…

McDonald's planned to add a new dual-lane window which would serve an additional 14 people at one time but a council has rejected plans angering locals

As the cost of living crisis continues, a dietitian suggests how families can eat healthily on a budget