weight
Does counseling help obese pregnant women manage extra kilos?
Excessive weight gain during pregnancy is a cause of worry for both mother and child.
How much does a kilogram weigh?
Since 1889, a kilogram has been defined by a shiny lump of platinum-iridium kept in a special glass case.
Scientists to swap dusty old kilogram for something more stable
The kilogram has been defined since 1889 by a shiny piece of platinum-iridium held in Paris.
Dieters lose 10 times more weight by simply imagining themsleves slimmer: study
Researchers found simply imaging yourself as being slimmer can be enough to help dieters achieve their weight-loss goals.
Study reveals parents' behaviour could affect their children's weight
Parents help their children develop regulatory skills, it may help the latter maintain a healthy weight.
Why normalising 'plus-size' could have health risks
The normalisation of 'plus-size' body shapes may be leading to an increasing number of people underestimating their weight.
Weight loss surgery drastically reduces deadly skin cancer risk: Study
Melanoma is a deadly skin cancer, the incidence of which has increased steadily in many countries of the world.
Weight loss surgery causes decline of bone mass, strength: Study
Nutritional factors, mechanical unloading, hormonal factors, and changes bone marrow fat may contribute to poor bone health.
Skipping breakfast will give you a larger waist: Study
Infrequent breakfast consumption is associated with indices of central obesity and weight gain.
Pasta, as part of a healthy diet, not tied to weight gain
A healthy diet includes whole grains that cover a quarter (1/4) of our plate in each meal.