WeightWorld - Breaking Health and Diet News

Bypass teenager now anorexic

Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Penelope Cruz�s secret to her post-baby body

Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Renee Zellweger talks about yo-yo dieting

Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Cameron Diaz changes her diet

Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Beyonce Dance Class

Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Cheryl Cole gets curves for American X Factor show

Fri, 06 May 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Eat Your Greens! No excuses!

Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Twitter helps dieters lose weight

Sat, 30 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Social networking sites such as Twitter helped two friends to lose weight

Plus Crystal Renn's smart response to comments about her weight

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Crystal Renn talks about being anorexic, weight loss and adopting positive role models

Kelly Osbourne: I am not putting on weight

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0100

'I am not putting on weight' retorted Kelly Osbourne after constant media reports on her weight

Big-sized teens take big risks

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Overweight teenagers likely to indulge in risky behaviour

Plus size models may not be better role models

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Study shows plus size models not good role models for overweight women

Geri Halliwell done with crash diets

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0100

17 Day Diet Craze

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Jennifer Aniston reveals the secret to her diet

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Sara Rue has a new body

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Is Nicola McLean suffering from an eating disorder?

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Zelda Haxby the Greatest Loser!

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Jennifer Lopez opens up about her diet

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Your Tea Could Be Making You Fat

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Overweight Zumba Dancers asked to leave

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Jennifer Hudson talks about weight loss

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Legal Highs Diet Pills

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Is Kate Middleton on Dukan diet?

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Mediterranean Diet best for healthy weight

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Jennifer Hudson is now skinny!

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Jennifer Hudson has sparked weight loss rumours after her appearance at this year Academy Awards gala. Fans say that she in now too skinny.

Stop Munching!

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Weight World's first ever Stop Munching campaign to put a stop to snacking and help you lose weight!

�Booze Britain� may not be as bad as we thought

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The image of �booze Britain� � a country struggling with massively excessive amounts of over-drinking � could just be a figment of our imagination, alcohol industry insiders are saying, after new research shows a decline in drinking over the past decade.

Kevin Smith loses weight

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Kevin Smith � aka �Silent Bob� from cult American film Clerks � has lost weight after an embarrassing incident on an airplane last year.

Lady Gaga�s boyfriend gives diet tips

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Lady Gaga�s boyfriend has shared some unusual weight loss advice.

Sports fans pile on the pounds for the Super Bowl

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

On Sunday more than 100 million people tuned in to the Super Bowl � consuming 4,000 tons of popcorn, 14,000 tons of chips and approximately 3,200,000 pizzas as they watched.

Could table manners combat obesity?

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Having dinner table rules, such as �no mobile phones� can help children to lose weight and avoid obesity, a researcher has claimed.

Obesity affects 1 in 10 worldwide

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

More than half a billion people around the world are obese, constituting one tenth of the world�s population, doctors have warned today.

Golf inspired me to lose 12 stone

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A nursing home owner lost more than 12 stone while preparing for a golfing holiday, telling a reporter: �there was no way I was going to spend that kind of money and not enjoy myself.�

Sex and the city star �never stops� dieting

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Kim Catrall, of Sex and the City fame, says she has been on a lifelong diet.

Obese man deliberately puts on weight

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A 20-stone man has confessed that he is deliberately eating too much, in a bid to become eligible for weight loss surgery.

Go Compare man agrees not to lose weight

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The plump singer who appears in Go Compare adverts has reportedly signed a �450,000 deal to continue his role � as long as he doesn�t lose weight.

�Black Swan diet� causes controversy

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Black Swan is proving a hit at the box office, but concerns have arisen about the dieting trends that it may be inspiring.

Gary Barlow says 'have a little patience' with your diet

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Take That singer Gary Barlow has opened up about dieting and shared his weight loss secrets.

Weight gain from the pill is �a myth�

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The oral contraceptive pill, better known simply as �the pill�, is taken by millions of women around the world to prevent pregnancy, but some women are put off because they believe it causes weight gain.

Poor diets during pregnancy affect babies' brains

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Women who eat badly during pregnancy may be harming their babies� brains.

Diet not helped by big breakfasts

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Despite the commonly -held belief that a big breakfast will help us eat less for lunch and dinner, new research shows the opposite is actually true!

Lose weight... by drinking beer?

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

It may seem unlikely � but doctors believe drinking up to one pint of beer each day could help you lose weight!

One in five promise to diet in January

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

One in five people promise to diet in January - but this resolution only lasts six days on average for most of us!

Money worries cause obesity

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Money worries can make us put on weight, according to new scientific research.

Dieter loses 10 stone

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A Welsh dieter, who was once so overweight that he couldn�t see his feet, has lost 10 stone.

Mediterranean diet improves brain health

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The Mediterranean diet has long been championed as a good way to keep your heart healthy, and to lose weight. Now experts say it could improve your brain health!

�Lose Weight�: the most popular new year�s resolution

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

'Lose weight' will be the most popular new year's resolution in 2011, according to the search enging Bing!

Visualising food helps weight loss

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Imagine your favourite food. Hold that thought for a while. If the latest scientific research is right then you should start to crave that food less!

Video games help weight loss?

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Video games may encourage healthy eating habits, according to researchers!

Danii Minogue fears dangerous weight loss

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Danni Minogue fears losing weight too quickly

Can kangaroo meat beat obesity in Australia?

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Kangaroo meat could help Australia overcome its obesity epidemic, according to an industry expert!

Obese children at risk from health problems in their teens

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Studies are showing that children, who are already overweight, are in fact displaying early signs that they will develop heart disease by the time they reach the age of 15.

A quarter of women dont know they are obese

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

According to a report in the Telegraph this morning, a staggering one in four overweight women believe that they are thin.

More Australians turning to weight loss surgery

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

More Australians turning to weight loss surgery.

McDonalds, KFC and Pepsi to tackle obesity

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

The government is letting the fast food giants contribute how they should tackle obesity.

Strictly Come Dancing stars lose weight

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Strictly Come Dancing Stars lose weight and slim down.

X Factor star Mary Byrne considers weight loss surgery

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Mary Byrne's daughter has told New! magazine that her mother would consider weight loss surgery.

Exercise reduces your risk of colds during winter

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Studies show regular exercise reduces your risk of colds and flu this winter.

Plus size suit hits the high street

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Big enough keep two fully grown adults warm this winter, Britain�s largest off the peg suit is now on sale. With a 64in chest jacket and 60in trousers it�s 22 inches wider than the average suit.

Obese people who quit smoking gain more weight

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

It�s little secret that people who quit smoking are liable to gain some weight. However, a new study has shown that obese people are even more prone to gaining extra pounds.

Poorer households more likely to suffer from poor health

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A new study has shown poorer people are more likely to be obese and suffer from poor health.

Lawmakers told to slim down

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The Hong Kong health chief has told the city's 'fat' lawmakers to slim down!

Cutting down on meat could save 45,000 lives

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A reduction in meat eating could save 45,000 lives each year, experts from Oxford University have found!

Watermelon not just useful for weight loss

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Watermelon has been shown to help lower blood pressure.

Obesity debate is �boring people� says expert

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Technical debate about obesity is 'boring people', an expert has warned! He argues people need to engage more with the real damage that obesity can do to your health.

Ingredient in dark chocolate shown to lower cholesterol

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Ingredient in dark chocolate shown to lower cholesterol.

Strictly Come Dancing stars speak weight loss

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Strictly Come Dancing star Ola Johnson has become the latest in a long line of competitors to talk about their weight loss!

Nestle has a unique take on combating obesity

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Nestle pretends to back the governments anti-obesity campaign, but in fact are just encouraging people to eat more junk food.

Can chilli help you lose weight?

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Can chili help you lose weight? A new study suggests spicy peppers can only have a limited effect...

Hospitals serve meals to children that would be banned in schools

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Hospitals serve up meals to children that would be banned in schools!

New obesity genes found

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Scientists have discovered 30 new obesity genes!

Budding model, 8st, told to lose weight

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A model was told to lose weight by her agency - despite weighing just 8 stone!

Ricky Gervais loses weight

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Comedian Ricky Gervais has lost one and a half stone!

Doctor�s empathy helps you slim down

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Obese people with sympathetic and encouraging doctors are more likely to slim down!

The top five laziest US states

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A new study has compiled the top 5 laziest states in America.

NHS paid �28k for weight loss op

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The NHS forked out �28,000 for a 22 year old woman to have weight reduction surgery.

Alexa Chung: I'm not anorexic

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Alexa Chung has hit back at critics who have suggested she could be anorexic.

Commonwealth Games boxers rush to lose weight

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Boxers taking part in the Commonwealth Games have rushed to lose weight, after faulty scales made them think they wouldn't get into their desired weight categories!

Man starts 60 day potato diet

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A man has started a diet that will see him eat nothing but potatoes for 60 days!

Man slims down.. by eating chocolate!

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A dieter lost 15 stone... by eating chocolate!

Bottle fed babies more likely to be obese

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Bottle fed babies are more likely to develop child obesity and grow into an obese adult.

Plane passenger�s obesity dilemma

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A traveller had a "terribly unpleasant" flight because she was squeezed in next to a severely obese woman!

Weight loss surgery linked to suicide

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Severely obese people who have weight loss surgery may be more likely to commit suicide, new research shows.

Memorial service for the victims of eating disorders

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

At Southwark Cathedral a memorial service took place yesterday to remember the young victims of eating disorders.

Tenth of Scottish children morbidly obese

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Around 1 in 10 Scottish children are severely obese!

Obesity and unhealthy lifestyles responsible for one in ten sick days

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A new study has shown 1 in 10 sick days are directly caused by unhealthy lifestyles and obesity.

Least obese countries revealed

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A report has revealed that China, Japan and Korea are amongst the least obese countries in the world!

More children having weight loss operations

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Weight loss operations are 130% more common for children than they were 6 years ago!

Scottish hospitals spend 6m on equipment for obese patients

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Scottish hospitals have had to pay out 6 million for hospital equipment for obese patients.

Being obese costs women more

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Obesity costs women twice as much as men!

Students with obese housemates gain less pounds

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Students who have obese house or roommates are less likely to put on weight!

Kids that own dogs are less likely to be obese

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A new survey has shown that kids from homes that own a dog were healthier than kids from homes without a furry friend.

Anthony Hopkins opens up about weight loss

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Anthony Hopkins has opened up about his impressive 5 stone weight loss!

Stena Line boss calls british workers fat and un-fit

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The boss of Stena Line's North Sea Route, Pim de Lange has slated British ferry workers as beeing fat, un-fit and covered in tattoos! The head of the RMT is pressuring him and the company to issue an official apology.

Crisp sandwiches come to Asda

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Asda is selling crisp sandwiches as part of its new 'old school range', causing concern among healthy eating advocates.

Lady Gaga told to put on weight

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Lady Gaga's record label have had enough of her poor eating habits and have told her to put on weight to improve her health.

Jamie Oliver's obesity project under threat

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Government spending cuts could threaten Jamie Oliver's Ministry of Food!

Can milk help you lose weight?

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Milk can help you to lose weight, according to a recent study!

Reading food labels can help battle obesity

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Recent research has suggested that reading the nutritional content of the food that we buy at the supermarket can actually lead to us losing weight!

Weight loss surgery ruined my life

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A granddad says that weight loss surgery "ruined his life," by causing painful complications.

Get your loved ones involved

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

New figures have been revealed that show that many dieters actually gain weight when hoping to slim down. Family and friends can maybe help to avoid this.

Harry Potter ride altered for obese people

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A Harry Potter-themed ride in Orlando, Florida has been modified to accomodate overweight passengers!

Hypnotherapists help each other lose weight online

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Two women who live 130 miles apart say they've helped each other lose weight - through hypnotising each other online!

Obesity fuelling colon cancer

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Colon cancer is expected to become 50% more common over the next 30 years, and experts are pointing the finger of blame at obesity.

Brain cells, not willpower, determines obesity - study

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A recent study has revealed that obesity could be determined by our brain cells and not our willpower!

Losing weight the retro way

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The retro trend is all around us - in our clothes, our music and the TV programmes we watch. Why not get retro with your weight loss too?!

New York Fashion Week celebrates plus-sizes

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

New York Fashion Week is featuring a show based around plus-sized models!

Beat those drums to beat obesity

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

New research is set to be presented tonight in to how drumming can help us to lose weight!

Half of dieters gain weight

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Around 4 in 10 women who lose weight end up putting it back on, a new study has showed.

Britain's heaviest woman laid to rest

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Britain's biggest woman has been buried, using a specially designed coffin that was transported using a reinforced trolley.

Football fans told to shape up

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The Department of Health has set up a 'weight Premier League' to show which clubs have the healthiest supporters!

Overweight people underestimate their size

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Overweight people are seriously underestimating how big they are, according to a new poll.

Obesity �overwhelming� Britain

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Obesity is putting an overwhelming burden on Britain's health services, specialists are warning.

Midwives win award for weight loss clinic

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A couple of midwives from Doncaster have won an award for their brilliant weight loss clinic for pregnant women.

Ground-breaking weight loss guru and author dies, aged 66

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A weight loss guru who helped millions of people across the world to slim down and lose weight has died. Michel Montignac was 66.

Obese men 'losing sight of genitals'

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Around 1 in 10 men are now so obese, they cannot see their genitals without assistance from a mirror!

The importance of portion sizes and appetite

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

With recent studies highlighting the importance of food portions and appetite, many experts have tips for us all to lose weight.

Lack of sleep makes teens obese

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Teenagers who don't get enough sleep are more likely to put on weight, a new study shows.

Liz Hurley�s controversial diet tip revealed

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Elizabeth Hurley has caused controversy recently when she revealed that she skips breakfast often to keep her slim figure!

Government splashes out �32 million on weight loss surgery per year

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The NHS is spending �32 million on weight loss operations every year, it has been revealed.

Mars bars cut levels of saturated fat

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Mars are the latest company to cut levels of saturated fats in their products!

Binge eating may cause long term obesity

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A moment on the lips could really mean a lifetime on hips for many people according to a recent study!

Freezing the fat away - cutting edge weight loss procedure on it's way?

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A new weight loss technique is being used in North America. Surgeons are freezing body fat in order to help people slim down and lose weight.

Chantelle Houghton loses over a stone ahead of Ultimate Big Brother

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

ith the Ultimate Big Brother series in full swing, one house ex housemate lost an impressive ammount of weight ahead of last night's show.

Exercise forms a two pronged attack against obesity

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A new study has revealed that exercise can not only help you burn calories. The research suggests that working out can reduce our appetites!

Water is key to weight loss

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A new study in America has revealed that drinking water can help us all to lose weight!

Couple loses 21st after gastric band operation

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

With rates of obesity high in the UK. One couple has undergone gastric band surgery which has seen them lose a combined 21 stone!

Jamie�s obesity drive earns critical acclaim

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Jamie Oliver's American reality tv series has received an Emmy! The naked chef has thanked his supporters!

Junk food bargains encourage obesity

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Junk food bargains have been branded 'evil' by anti obesity campaigners. Resisting such deals can help us on the road to weight loss!

A little dark chocolate may go a long way for your heart...

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Experts have found that dark chocolate is good for the heart.

Overweight teen�s death warning

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

An overweight teenager has been warned that she could die, unless she loses weight.

Obese woman rescued by crane

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

An obese woman in London had to be rescued by a crane - because she was too big to fit down the stairs of her house.

Obesity linked to sleep problems

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Research into an Australian sleep clinic has demonstrated a link between obesity and sleep problems.

One third of pupils skip breakfast

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A third of UK school pupils go to school without eating breakfast, new research shows. 'Skippers' are more likely to become obese than other children.

Are carbohydrates as bad as Atkins says?

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The Atkins diet made many people view carbohydrates as the enemy. Are carbs really that bad?

�Plus sized� fashion is a big deal.

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

With levels of weight gain increasing, the plus sized clothes industry is booming. However, many believe that the clothes aren'y good enough!

Is laziness �a disease�?

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Doctors say laziness causes so much illness, it should be called a disease in its own right.

Running towards a healthier life

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Many are criticising the goverment this week over plans to stop contruction of playgrounds. There are other ways to get fit though!

Barbecue blamed for obesity

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Recent research has revealed that people in the UK are piling on weight due to the amount of barbaques that we attend during the summer.

Weight loss saves mum�s life

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A woman's life was saved when she slimmed by 4 stone. Doctors say they wouldn't have discovered life-threatening tumours is she hadn't dieted.

�Two fat ladies� call banned from Bingo hall

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A bingo hall has been ordered to drop its traditional "two fat ladies" call, in case overweight players are offended.

Popeye helps our children get their greens

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A new study has revealed that popular cartoon character Popeye has inspired a huge amount of children to eat their greens!

Lose weight with your pet

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

New stats show that up to 50% of pets are overweight or obese, while us humans are not far off at 25%. Here are some top ways you can exercise yourself and your pet!

Coco Pops to get makeover

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Coco pops to be nutritionally improved!

London mayor says cycling scheme will fight obesity

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Boris Johnson, the mayor of London, has said that the capital's new cycling scheme will help to fight "the scourge of obesity".

Are low fat or low carb diets best? Both work, research shows

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A new study, in which subjects undertook either a low fat or low carbohydrate diet, has shown that they can both assist weight loss.

Campaigners call for 9pm watershed on junk food adverts

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Health campaigners are calling on the government to ban junk food adverts before 9pm, to protect children from their influence. Such adverts are already banned during children's programmes, however, firms are still promoting products to kids during adult shows.

Beer can help weight loss?

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The Campaign for Real Ale is claiming that switching from wine to beer can help you lose weight - but can beer really be a healthy option?

Obesity treated with anti-addiction medication

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A trial has shown that anti-addiction drugs, typically given to alcoholics and drug addicts, can help obese people.

Government obesity advisor received cash from diet firms

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Dr Susan Jebb, head of nutrition and health research at the Medical Research Council, has been criticised after it has been revealed that she received money from slimming companies such as Weight Watchers.

News invader says he did it �for fat people�

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A man who 'invaded' several television news reports says that he did so because he wanted to stand up for overweight people.

Spending pounds to lose the pounds

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

British women spending vast amounts on diets!

Using the internet to lose weight

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The internet is a useful tool for weight loss, according to a new study! Experts found that contrary to popular beliefs, surfing the web can give dieters useful info about losing weight and spur them on.

Britain's heaviest woman dies in hospital

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A 45 stone woman - Britain's heaviest on record - has died in hospital.

Spice up your meals to lose weight!

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

According to experts, chilies can help you to lose weight! Can't take the unltra spicey at Nandos? This one is for you!

Marks & Spencer cashes in on child obesity levels

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

ith child obesity figures steadily rising worldwide, school retailers are now beginning to adopt an embracive approach. Marks & Spencers are now stocking plus size school uniforms.

Cheryl Cole drops to 6 stone!

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The family and friends of Cheryl are reportedly worried about her health, after the Geordie beauty plummets to just 6 stone.

Parental ignorance blamed for child obesity

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Are parents being naive about the danger of obeseity among their kids?

Eamonn Holmes and BBC in obesity row

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The BBC has been forced to apologise to Eamonn Holmes after the Irish presenter complained about sketches that poked fun at his weight.Many celebrities have fallen victim to impressionists who specialise in comically mimicking their appearances, as well as their mannerisms.

Cheryl Cole warned to avoid junk food

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

With Cheryl Cole having contracted Malaria, her weak immune system is being blamed - and for this, junk food is being blamed.

The route to perfect abs

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Toned abdominal muscles are desired by so many, but achieved by relatively few. So what's the real secret to obtaining sculpted abs?

Eleven unlikely slimming tips

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Take a walk on the weird side! We take a look at some more unconventional ways that you might be able to lose weight.

Three way race for a new slimming pill

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Three new slimming pills are under review in America... could there be a new Xenical on the way?

Should crisps and chocolate companies be put in charge of anti-obesity drives?

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The government is planning to scrap the Food Standards Agency and give private firms control over the Change4Life campaign - but critics say this is a dubious move in light of Britain's mammoth obesity problem.

A Mars a day...

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The famous advert declared that a Mars a day helps you work, rest and play, but is that healthy?

This week is National Childhood Obesity Week

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The first ever week dedicated to reducing childhood obesity is underway!

Junk food doesn�t have to be unhealthy

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Junk food needn't be unhealthy. Not following? Read on.

US radio host claims burgers are cheaper than healthy foods

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Burgers are cheaper than healthy food... what? Well, that's what Clark Howard, a US radio host claims.

Can you eat healthily without breaking the bank?

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Can you keep the pounds in your wallet, while keeping the pounds off your waist?

Can a cup of tea combat obesity?

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Overcoming weight gain may be as simple as putting the kettle on, Australian researchers have suggested.

Brain �distorts own body image�, leading to anorexia

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Our brains can trick us into thinking we're bigger than we really are, researchers have discovered.

Doctors reveal weight loss pill to tackle binge eating

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Common-place cravings for pizza, kebabs and other pleasure eats could be a thing of the past as British scientists discover a miracle substance that can supposedly suppress your appetite for binge eating.

Hot dog-eating contestants gourge on 14,000 calories in one go

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest took place in New York last weekend. But are speed-eating competitions acceptable in light of the obesity epidemic that is blighting America's health?

Gisele�s weight loss causes concern

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Brazilian model Gisele has caused concern with her post-baby weight loss.

Weight comments spark controversy at Wimbledon

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Weight-bashing remarks made by commentators at the Wimbledon tennis have sparked controversy.

NHS tells man to lose weight before gastric bypass operation

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The NHS has told a man to lose weight in order to be eligable for weight loss surgery.

Huge set to make a splash in the states

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A new American sitcom called Huge, which examines a weight loss camp, is set to make a splash in America.

Obese women choose surgery over diet.

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Obese women risk health to receive surgery!

Jessica Simpson tweets lyrical about new diet regime

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Jessica Simpson's new diet regime revealed!

Gwyneth Paltrow develops bone disease following fad diet

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Gwyneth Paltrow has developed a bone disease called osteopenia, as a result of following the macrobiotic diet.

Michelle obama leads battle against obesity

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Michelle Obama looking great and setting an example!

China's obese superstars change their tune

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The story behind China's largest pop group!

Man deemed �too fat to fly� on journey to see dying aunt

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A man who planned to visit a dying aunt was deemed too obese to fly by the airline he was using, causing him to miss out on seeing her.

John Goodman shows us that it�s never too late to lose weight

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Take a bow Mr John Goodman, for showing us all that it�s never too late to shed the pounds and enjoy a healthier life.

Extreme weight loss diet leaves mother fighting for life

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

A mother was left close to death after following an extreme fad diet.

Watching the World Cup could help shift the pounds

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

If like thousands upon thousands of football widows out there, you�re feeling a little put out by the fact your man is spending a large proportion of his time watching the World Cup, don�t nag him.

Coffin makers profit from obesity

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Coffin makers say that business is booming for over-sized coffins, due to America's obesity epidemic.

Are obese people less likely to enjoy sex?

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

According to a recent study, obese people are less likely to enjoy a healthy sexual functioning or a fruitful sex life.

Depression is linked to obesity

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Experts have confirmed that depression and obesity are linked, following an extensive 15 year trial.

Obesity named this century�s greatest health threat

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Obesity is the greatest health threat of this century, the American government has warned.

Atkins diet culture to blame for obesity crisis?

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Frankly, the current obesity crisis that has swept through much of the US and the globe is hardly the result of good intentions gone awry. However, one health expert and nutritionist, Amy Shaprio, believes that 3 common mistakes have contributed to the crisis.

Junk food ads contribute to 40% of childhood obesity

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Junk food adverts may be responsible for up to 40% of childhood obesity cases in some countries, new research indicates.

Patrick Stewart stirs up trouble with obesity joke

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Patrick Stewart caused a stir at the Glamour awards earlier this week, when he made a joke about the weight of host, James Corden.

Anger over �600k spent on weight loss surgery

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

It has come to light that the more than half a million pounds on weight loss surgery over two years in Berkshire. The local NHS authority has come under criticism for the heavy spending.

�Pounds for pounds� weight loss scheme tested by the NHS

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The NHS has trialled a "pounds for pounds" programme, that pays obese people to lose weight.

Football fans at risk from obesity this World Cup

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Despite the intensive training and exercise undergone by their idols, surveys show that football fans are doing anything but taking care of their health. The study revealed that unbalanced diets are a factor, and figures show that the upcoming World Cup tournament in South Africa will see one in ten British football fans consume 20 cans and 20 pints of beer.

Houston: on the edge of America�s childhood obesity problem

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Weight loss rewards help US workers fight obesity

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Companies in America are offering cash incentives to workers who lose weight.

Millions of women on harmful diets

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Millions of British women are on 'danger diets', researchers have warned.

Bill Clinton's weight loss mission

Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Bill Clinton has lost 15 pounds after his daughter, Chelsea, asked to him to shape up before her wedding

50 Cent in extreme weight loss shock

Thu, 27 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Rapper 50 cent has shocked fans by going on an extreme weight loss diet, that has seen him drop 5 stone in nine weeks.

Jamie Oliver dismayed by �the worst drink in America�

Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The celebrity chef, Jamie Oliver, has said there are "no words" to describe how bad the PB&C shake is for you. The beverage has been called the worst drink in America and contains more than 2,000 as well as 153 grams of sugar.

Obesity linked with dementia

Mon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

We know it happens. With middle age, comes the potential for a little extra paunch. However, doctors are discovering that those with a little added weight, but are otherwise healthy, run the risk of suffering with a syndrome like with dementia.

European Obesity Day Raises Important Questions

Mon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Last Saturday was the first ever European Obesity Day; an event celebrated by numerous European nations, with the aim of raising awareness. The day raised important questions, one of which was: should the UK be focusing on stopping people from becoming obese, or treating those who already are?

KFC�s new Double Down burger condemned by anti-obesity campaigners

Thu, 20 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The Double Down - an infamous new sandwich being sold by KFC - has attracted condemnation from anti-obesity campaigners, who are unhappy about its high fat and salt content.

Nintendo pledge to join in America's obesity fight

Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Nintendo have pledged to help fight obesity in America, by joining forces with the American Heart Association on two of their Wii games: Wii Fit and Wii Sports Resort.

Prescription weight loss pills cost the NHS 47 million pound a year

Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Figures show that the number of people taking prescription weight loss pills has risen by 66% since 2005. This costs the NHS an average of 47 pound per a year. There are however, natural alternatives.

Catherine Zeta Jones confesses to weight insecurity

Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The film star Catherine Zeta Jones has admitted that she can be insecure about her weight. The Welsh beauty, married to Michael Douglas, told reporters that she always asks her lover 'do I look fat in this?'. The actress has fluctuated in size over her career, partly due to becoming pregnant twice, but also because of the demands that acting roles have put on her.

Obesity levels linked to poverty in the UK

Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Obesity levels are often affected by poverty levels here in the UK. There are the findings of a series of studies conducted in Glasgow.

Pub meals have a higher fat content than McDonald's

Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The Sun newspaper has revealed than pub meals from chains like O'Neill's, Wetherspoons, Walkabout and Pitcher and Piano are often far more unhealthy than those found at McDonald's. An O'Neill's burger meal contained 1,700 calories: almost the entire daily calorie intake for a woman.

Obesity affecting the Indian population

Thu, 13 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Whilst malnutrition has long been a leading cause of serious health issues in India, fresh show that obesity is beginning to cause severe problems for its population. The Registrar General of India has published a comprehensive report that has been based on a series of surveys and the findings are somewhat concerning.

Sword fighting classes becoming a popular way of slashing weight in Japan

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Weight-loss warriors in Tokyo, Japan, are taking up sword fighting classes as a way of cutting their size down. Led by a master in the ancient art of sword fighting, they are learning samurai techniques and, at the same time, burning off calories.

Some of us eat 46 teaspoons of sugar every day - without realising

Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

An incredible new report from America says that some of us eat 46 teaspoons of sugar daily, while being totally unaware that we are consuming this much.

Fat tax on the way?

Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

There is talk of introducing a fat tax into the UK. The 17% levy on fatty foods like cheese, butter and chocolate would be used to raise money for anti-obesity campaigns. But would it be harmful to poorer shoppers?

Political weight shifts in parliament

Fri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Last night's general election meant that The Conservatives, Labour and The Liberal Democrats all fell short of a total majority. As the political scales tilt, we ask - is it time to tip the balance of your weight?

School bullies target obese kids

Thu, 06 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

School bullies are most likely to pick on obese children. This statement may seem obvious, but now scientific research from the British Psychological Society backs it up. So what can parents do to help?

Child obesity levels - the responsibility of parents, says a Liverpool study

Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Child obesity levels have hit the roof here in the UK but whilst health experts and government ministers have been calling schools to action, parents from Liverpool are claiming full responsibility for the pandemic. The opinions were expressed during a recent poll conducted by ECHO, a Merseyside newspaper.

Is protective parenting fuelling childhood obesity?

Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Protective parents who keep their children indoors too much may be fuelling the childhood obesity epidemic, experts from Canada have warned.

Obesity and the city

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

The second Sex And The City film is about to be released in cinema. Statistics suggest that people need to start thinking about something else that is widespread in cities though, namely, obesity.

Man up and lose weight!

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Could female slimmers learn a thing or two about weight-loss from men? We take a look at the different ways that the sexes think about dieting.

Nutritionist tackles child obesity by developing healthy eating plans for gamers

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

At WeightWorld, we strongly believe that it�s important to look at the bigger picture when it comes to issues such as child obesity and despite the opinions of a number of health experts, we feel that one health and fitness instructor has her finger well and truly on the pulse of child obesity.

Obesity: are you �precious�?

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Are you precious? By this we don't mean special, but obese. The hit film Precious has caused a wave of debate about obesity, as the main star Gabourey Sibide is morbidly overweight.

Jamie Oliver�s surprise tribute to McDonald�s

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has paid a surprise tribute to the firm you would have imagined to be his arch enemy: McDonald's.

Eating on the go can be a fast-track to obesity

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

In today's frantic world, it's easy to rely on takeaway food, but doing so leaves our waistlines expanding. We take a look at how to avoid falling into this trap.

Loneliness and obesity: a double-whammy attack on your heart

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Loneliness and obesity can have a double-whammy impact on your heart. Both send your blood pressure soaring, significantly raising your risk of suffering from heart problems.

Weight loss pills and healthy living - the key to a great holiday body

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

After a hard slogged winter, many of us are just about ready for our summer holidays but haven�t had quite enough time to prepare ourselves, be it getting trim for the dreaded bikini and looking good for the beach but thousands of our customers claim that a combination of slimming pills and healthy living helps them to shape up.

The rise of �fattism�

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Prejudice against overweight people is on the rise, experts are warning. And it's not just the academics saying this: celebrities and members of the public say they are struggling against societies "fattism" too.

Obesity should be ridiculed, according to the Telegraph

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Obesity is very real and deserves the ridicule it often gets. This is the opinion of Ed West of the Daily Telegraph.

Spring into the sunny season with the Mediterranean diet

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Lose weight this spring with the Mediterranean diet. This world-renowned diet will not only help you to shed those winter pounds, but it tastes great too!

Changing your attitude to weight this spring

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

It's easy to blame fast food and poor levels of exercise for the obesity epidemic. But are our attitudes ready to blame?

Understanding is the key to helping kids lose weight

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Overweight kids have to deal with some harsh judgements from society. Frequently labelled lazy, slobbish or lacking social skills, they face a tough time - but wouldn't it be better to show them some understanding?

Healthy eating needn't break the bank!

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Have you ever strolled around the supermarket, beaming with pride at the fact your trolley is healthier than that of the lady in front? You opt for wholemeal now. No more white carbs for you and the salmon is organic and fresh. You feel better, and why shouldn�t you? You�re on the road to better health right?

Pro fitness instructor ; Jennifer Conway on the current obesity crisis

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Jennifer Conway is a professional fitness trainer from Hertfordshire. She has been at the forefront of the industry for 2 years and has a number of nutritional and fitness qualifications.We got in touch with her to find out what she thinks of the current obesity crisis and how in her opinion, we could help ourselves to live a healthier lifestyle.

80,000 cancers could be prevented through healthier lifestyles

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Its official, Britain�s record for �lifestyle� cancers is currently matching that of America with around one in three of the most common cases of cancer said to be the result of unhealthy living.

Car crash danger for obese men

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Obese men face a greater danger from car crash injuries and deaths, a study has revealed.

Pregnant mothers who exercise have lighter babies

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Expectant mothers who exercise regularly are less likely to give birth to overweight babies, a study from New Zealand has indicated.

Experts urge sweet manufacturers to reduce the harmful content of popular snacks

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0100

In an approach that can only be described as damage limitation, the government is now calling for confectionary manufacturers to cut the level of sugar and saturated fats that it puts into sweets and cakes.

Job stress and obesity linked

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

As the recession continues to take effect, research has indicated that stress at work may be spurring on obesity levels. The latest study from the University of Rochester Medical Centre found strong links between weight-gain and job stress.

Prevalence of diabetes increases in China

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

China is currently facing a diabetes pandemic which health experts are fast beginning to link the soaring obesity levels worldwide.

Is junk-food as addictive as heroin?

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Junk food could be just as addictive as heroin or cigarettes, a study published in Nature Neuroscience has suggested. Scientists from Florida did tests on rats to see how they reacted on a purely junk food diet, and found that they became seriously addicted.

Did Jesus over feed the 5,000?

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Was Jesus linked to the obesity crisis? Whilst we wouldn�t associate him and his disciples with being obese, or envisage that they would have been inclined to snack out on all sorts of fast food, paintings have shown that they perhaps had a little too much on their plates.

South Africa�s police battle obesity

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

The South African police force has committed to tackling obesity among its officers through a new 'get fit, or get out' fitness programme. It follows a study earlier this month, which revealed that half of police officers in Port Elizabeth were clinically obese.

Extreme childhood obesity on the rise in America

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

An increasing number of US children are becoming extremely obese. The alarming situation was highlighted by research from healthcare providers Kaiser Permanete in Southern California, who examined over 700,000 children aged between 2 and 19 only to discover that a much higher proportion than they had expected fell into the 'extreme obesity' category.

Seaweed to help with weight loss

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Subject to a number of tests, seaweed is now thought to help with weight loss. Experts have found that it can control our fat intakes.

School fitness tests could be made compulsory, says government official

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

The government's chief medical officer Sir Liam Donaldson has called for fitness tests to be made compulsory at secondary schools, to fight childhood obesity and improve children's fitness. He has pointed out that 70% of children do not keep up with the recommended one hour per day activity level.

Obese drinkers face 'dual attack' on liver

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Obese people who also drink face a 'dual attack' on their livers, researchers reporting in the British Medical Journal say. Just a single glass of wine a day can double your risk of liver damage, if you are already obese.

Spring takeaway ban reduced childhood obesity at schools by 2%

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

The UK's first takeaway ban, imposed last spring to stop fast food restaurants from opening close to schools, has been followed by a 2% drop in childhood obesity among year six pupils in the area. Authorities are celebrating, and 16 other councils might be going the same way - but, as critics are arguing, is the measure too dogmatic?

Looking to tone up for that summer dress? Pilates could be your answer

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Pilates has been proven to help us tone our bodies and given the fact that summer is around the corner, Elysium Retreats may well be a great to unwind and to get in shape, just in time to wear that little black dress.

Middle aged, obese women at greater risk of liver damage

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Obese middle aged women are thought to be at greater risk from liver disease, says one paricular study.

FSA announces 'traffic light' food labelling system will not be made compulsory

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Healthy eating campaigners are outraged following the Food Standards Agency's announcement that it will not be enforcing a universal 'traffic light' labelling system for food products in the UK.

Charity calls for 9pm curfew on TV junk food adverts

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

The British Heart Foundation has called for junk food advertising to be banned before 9pm, to help the country tackling childhood obesity.

Is bacteria to blame for obesity?

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Taste buds influence obesity

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Some people are more sensitive to the 'taste of fat', reducing their risk of becoming obese, according to new scientific findings.

T.E.N.S technology shown to boost blood circulation in diabetes sufferers

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Diabetes is common in obese people and with 12 million people set to be obese by mid 2010, the problem will surely escalate.

A Mediterranean diet can unblock your heart

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Mediterranean, low-fat and low-carbohydrate diets can help to unclog your arteries if they have become blocked with harmful fat. The finding comes after Israeli researchers studied overweight volunteers and found that there was an average 5% reduction in fat on the arterial wall.

Pilates holidays - bending over backwards to lose that weight

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Pilates has been proven to help with weight loss and has even been introduced in school curriculums. Now, Pilates instructor and expert, Daniella Ehrlich has thought up a novel way for both children and adults to enjoy Pilates in the sun!

Takeaways banned near schools

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Fast food restaurants are being banned from opening near schools in some areas, in an attempt by councils to step up anti-childhood obesity efforts.

Kelly Osbourne wept with joy after losing weight

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Kelly Osbourne was left "in tears" after receiving flattering feedback about her weight loss. The star has slimmed to a size six, and said she feels amazing.

Scotland to introduce fast food limitations to curb obesity levels

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

With the media really going to town with regards to soaring obesity rates in both adults and children, Scotland is set to introduce a number of measures, to try and tackle the problem at one of the major sources, junk food culture.

Obesity deaths surged in the noughties

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Death certificates show that obesity was an increasing cause of death in the previous decade, researchers from Oxford University say.

Exclusive - Claire Young gives her take on the current obesity crisis

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

As seen on reality TV show 'The Apprentice', we speak with Claire young regarding her take on the current obesity crisis and how she keeps in shape.

Eight out of ten men overweight by 2020, says report

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Eight out of ten British men will be overweight or obese by 2020 if lifestyles do not change, according to a new report.

East Midlands - home to the most obese population in the UK

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

According to official research, the East Midlands are home to more obese people than anywhere else in the UK with Scotland coming in at a close 2nd.

Fruit flies could help us understand obesity

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

The tounges of minute fruit flies could hold important information about why humans become obese according to a new study.

Onset of obesity can begin as early as 3 months in children

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

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America puts wartime food policy at the heart of obesity battle

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

As experts in Britain contemplate a return to wartime rationing, Michelle Obama is planning on putting an old programme from the Second World War at the heart of America's anti-childhood obesity fight.

TV junk food ads linked with child obesity

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

College student launches online calorie counter

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Childhood obesity can delay puberty in boys

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Obese boys may be twice as likely to go through puberty late, according to new evidence.

Male breast reduction increases with obesity pandemic

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Plastic surgeons have reported an 80% increase in male breast reductions.

Air France decline to comment on obese flyer situation

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

We contacted the Chief Executive for Air France concerning its double charging possibley for obese flyers. He refused to comment and as such, the situation is still ambigious.

World's largest man loses 20st but still holds title

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

98% of obese parents are unconcerned about their child's weight

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000

98% of obese parents are unconcerned about the weight of their own children. These worryign figures stem from a fresh study, conducted in the US.

Obesity drugs market set for upswing

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Industry experts have predicted a large upswing for the obesity drugs market. This is thought to be down to the increasing obesity levels, worldwide.

Air France offers free second seat for obese flyers

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Obese passengers to foot the bill for extra ticket

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A global airline has caused uproar after announcing it will be charing obese patients for an extra ticket.

FDA warns of counterfeit Alli capusles

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000

The FDA has given consumers the heads up over a number of of counterfeit versions of popular weight loss drug, Alli.

Reduce your intake of saturated fats or suffer a heart condition

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Experts are now claiming that 90% of our children are consuming too much saturated fats. This is extremely worrying given that if we consume too much throughout our lifetime, we run the serious risk of suffering from heart disease in later life.

Two of the biggest superfoods for 2010

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Superfoods are known to helo with energy levels and to deliver important nutrients. However, we now make you are of 2 of the bets to be launched in 2010.

University students risk obesity with poor diets

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A student based study has found that male students are more inclined to gorge on junk food the moment they move away from home, irrespective of the risks they place over their health.

World World War II rationing in the war on obesity

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000

With modern society suffering in the grip of a global obesity crisis, health campaigners are calling for us to bring back world war 2 style rationing

Obese man dies after refusing to be X-rayed at the Zoo

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000

To gym, or not to gym?

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000

its January so bring forth the new year guilt. We may have gained a few pounds and many of us will want to join a gym. Did you know though, that 70% will stop going by February?

70% of people will be detoxing this month

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Detoxification vital for our health, not a scam

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Health experts question UK health schemes as Taiwan launches junk food tax

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

With the obesity crisis worsening in Taiwan, government officials are pushing for a junk food tax that will discourage people from over indulging.

A quarter of Taiwanese children are obese (rivalling that of the United States)

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Menopausal women face higher cholesterol levels

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

A study in the US has found a definite link between the menopause and a rise in Obesity levels. Although the link has been for some years, they have only just been able to prove it conclusively.

Dawn French under scrutiny for her 'fat jokes'

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Shed the weight, lose the sleep disorder

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Is the credit crunch contributing to the problem of obesity?

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

The credit crunch has affected us in a number of ways. However, experts in the US are now attributing with the rise in obesity levels.

Malaysia reduces sugar subsidy in bid to reduce over indulgence

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Malaysia is currently putting a stop to its sugar subsidies in a bid to curb over indulgence.

Obesity adds weight to need for action against climate change

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Climate change has now been associated with obesity. Effectively, experts now believe that if we do more to curb our carbon emissions, we will also reduce the number of obese people worldwide.

Are long lunches adding to obesity problem in Italy?

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Italy is well known for its long lunches and good food. However, Ministers are beginning to question whether their laid back attitude toward meal times is adding to the growing problem of obesity.

UK emulates France in bid to fight child Obesity

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Child obesity levels are soaring and the UK needs to react fast. Luckily, remote areas of the UK have begun to emulate the efforts of the French government in a scheme that has already reduced obesity by 25% in Europe.

Food myths busted in time for New Year

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000

With New Year preceding festive indulgence, resolutions are a must. We rarely stick to them. Perhaps we would though if we knew the truth about the so called 'healthier' options that we are putting into our bodies? Our experts have 3 common myths.

Parents and schools need better education to help obese children

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000

More and more children are being diagnosed as obese annually. The fact of the matter is, this number is set to rise if parents and schools are not given guidance on how to help obese children. We conducted our own study involving 100 obese children, to find out a. How often children were encouraged to partake in physical exercise, b.whether they understood the condition and c. whether they understood that they were overweight.

Samanda - Health after Big Brother

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0000

We caught up with the gorgeous twins from Big Brother 8; Sam & Amanda. We had a chat over coffee and they told us exactly how they stay in such good shape. We also found out how they kept the pounds off whilst in the Big Brother house.

Obesity linked to terminal cancers

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000

The link between weight conditions and cancers is not a fresh finding, but now scientists have able to determine that 49% of particular cancers are the result of excess fat levels in the body.

Exclusive interview with Charlotte Mears - 'My love for fruit juicers'

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Fat chance that this man committed murder

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000

a 300lb man accused of first degree murder is pleading his innocence on the grounds he is simply 'too fat' to have carried out the commando style killing that involved 21 flight sof stairs and a 21 hour dive.

Type 1 diabetes linked with obesity

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Experts in the US have identified a link between type 1 diabetes and obesity. It would appear that ethnicity is a factor as 20% of black children aged 3-19 were diagnosed as obese. All of these were also suffering with type 1 diabetes.

Obesity � A weight on America�s resources

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0000

Obesity is becoming an increasing concern. In the US alone, one third of the population is obese. The question is, just how much of America's resources is the pandemic using?

World's fattest man is from the UK

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Obesity rates are rising on a global scale. Until now, the common idea was that the US was the most obese nation. However, a man form the UK has now been classified as the World's fastest man.

Do you kid yourself about your obesity?

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Many of us try to sweep our weight issues under the carpet, giving any number of excuses and reasons for it. We are often reluctant to admit there is a problem, subscribing to a number of common misconceptions to make ourselves feel better. This article explores just why we are wrong to kid ourselves.

Mince pies Vs exercise

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100

With Christmas just around the corner, some of us may already be planning to jump off the wagon a little, in terms of our diets and our exercise regimes. WeightWorld conducted its own study to see whether people favoured mince pies over exercise. The results were staggering to say the least!

Teen girls starving themselves for fashion

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100

A recent study conducted in Exeter has found that a whopping 40% of teen girls skip lunch and dinner in a bid to stay as thin as their female idols. As a direct result of this worrying trend, more and more girls are being diagnosed with anorexia and bulimia.

Greater support needed for obese children

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 11:00:00 +0100

A recent study has revealed that obese children feel that portion sizes are contributory factors to their conditions. They also communicated that they did not get enough support. As a result we are left wondering just how we can help our children and what changes we need to make before they can help themselves.

Britney owes weight success to Acai weight loss pills

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Britney is looking amazing! She has been the centre of speculation concerning possible surgery. However, after an interview with Jay Lenno it has been rumoured that she owes her gorgeous body to the progressive acai weight loss system.

Obesity linked with fatal sleep disorders

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:00:00 +0100

With diseases like diabetes and heart conditions already being associated with obesity and weight conditions, new findings may now provide conclusive evidence that people who are obese, suffer with sleep deprivation.

Cash reward for weight loss in the UK

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100

NHS experts have launched a fresh initiative to combat the increasing number of obese people in the UK. The cash reward scheme, launched in conjunction with company; 'Weight Wins', could see people earning up to �1,000 for their efforts.

Gaining weight at middle age increases chances of death

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Research conducted in the US has found that people who gain weight at middle age are more likely to die earlier. With every 1kg increase, they reduce their chances of living a longer life by 5%.

X Factor contestant labelled fat

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:00:00 +0100

True to form, the latest series of the X Factor has brought with it, a degree of controversy as one female contestant has been branded ;fat' by staff, behind the scenes on the web development team. Outraged fans and headlines WILL ensue.

Looking on the bright side can leave you fat

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Be it the creit crunch or the weather, we all have alot to moan about. However, looking on the dark side of life may actually help us to lose weight according to experts.

What I really, really, really want is a good meal

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:00:00 +0100

The increasingly thin; Victoria Beckham has been portrayed in a new online game whereby players can obtain points by throwing food at her for her to eat. The game has been launched amidst a fierce and well documented size zero debate.

Britain in denial over obesity problem

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Research conducted in the UK has uncovered some shocking facts regarding the way in which we view obesity as a nation. Out of 2,000 people, just 7% admitted to being obese, despite the fact that 27% of them were seriously overweight. Experts fear that this may be conclusive proof that Britain is in denial over the health issues that are associated with obesity.

Staff at London Fashion Week walk out after row over plus size models

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 11:00:00 +0100

The question of whether size zero women are beautiful, is one that has up for debate for some years. However, one fashion designer has risked the harmony of his creative team by usuing size 12-14 models.

Number of men seeking breast reduction increases one thousand percent

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:00:00 +0100

The number of men who seek breast reduction has risen from 22 in 2003 to 323 in 2009. This is a rise of 1,000%. The question on the lips of health experts, is how much of this percentage is the result of the rise in the number of obese men.

Binge eating - it�s all in the mind

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Research from Texas has found that the inclination to over eat and over indulge is often caused by our own brain. Messages are often sent around the body, triggered by particular foods. As a result, appetite suppressants are blocked and we gain weight due to excessive snacking.

Britain thinks that models are too skinny

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 11:00:00 +0100

With London Fashion Week just around the corner, the debate over whether models are bad examples for young women is heating up, with commentators believing that more and more young women are left vulnerable to the influence of stick thin fashion figures.

Pizza company to pay for surgery for obese employee

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 11:00:00 +0100

A court ruling has ordered a pizza company to pay for the obesity treatment of Adam Childers, an obese patient who blames his weight gain on a work related accident. He needs to reduce his weight in order to have an operation on the injury.

Female dieter dies of heart attack

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:00:00 +0100

A bride to be from Leeds has died of a heart attack after undergoing a crash eating regime called LighterLife. she is the second woman to die after losing weight the strict diet.

Government plans for 'fat kid' camp

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 11:00:00 +0100

A government scheme to send children to specially designed 'fat camps' has been met with opposition from parental groups and health experts alike, who subscribe to the opinion that a 'class weigh in� can leave children vulnerable to bullying.

The number of children taking obesity drugs is on the rise

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Research shows that the number of children who are taking medication for obesity has risen 15 fold over the past ten years, despite the fact it is illegal to prescribe many of them to children. Experts also fear that the courses of treatment are often finished before they actually begin to work.

Male obese population at greater risk from prostate cancer

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Experts at the University of Hawaii have identified a strong link between obesity and prostate cancer. They also found that the trends were down to ethnicity to a degree as white males were found to at greater risk if diagnosed as obese during early adulthood.

Regular exercise can cut risk of breast cancer by 40%

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:00:00 +0100

A recent clinical study has found that the risk of breast cancer can be reduced by as much 40%, with regular exercice, balanced diets and a lower alcohol consumption. Experts have backed the argument claiming the findings to be a positive sign, given that the current number of recorded cases is 45,000 a year.

PETA claims that meaty diets lead to heart disease

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Animal acitivist group,PETA are on the offensive again with a fresh ad campaign depicting an obese woman in a bikini, and the title 'Lose the blubber, go vegetarian. They claim that meat eaters are more likely to develop weight conditions and suffer with heart disease.

Overweight passengers must buy two plane tickets

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:00:00 +0100

An easyJet passenger is taking legal action against the budget airline after she was told she was too overweight to travel. After being publicly humiliated during an incident where she was weighed infront of fellow passengers, Anna Delluci was told she would need to buy two tickets.

Weight loss proves bittersweet as nurse finds cancer lump

Sun, 23 Aug 2009 11:00:00 +0100

A nurse from Wales lost four stone, dropping from a size 18-20 to a 10-12 in under 4 months. Despite being happy with her new, slimmer body, Rachel Drag (mother of 2) found a cancerous lump which doctors claim would have gone undetected if she hadn't lost the weight. Experts also feel the tumour would have proved fatal if left untreated.

The single life is a slimmer life

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:00:00 +0100

With the tabloids covering a wide range of celebrity weight loss and weight gain, recent reports have emerged that appear to add weight to the theory that becoming single can often prove to be that push in the right direction when it comes to losing weight and celebs are proving to be a prime examples

You can have your cake-you just can't eat it

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Research in Holland has shown that images of tasty snacks will often prompt us to make the unconcious decision to opt for a healthy alternative. Essentially, adverts that use pictures of mouth watering snacks will have the opposite effect to what is intended.

Are new gastric bands a weight off our shoulders?

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 11:00:00 +0100

A stock broker from Sussex is now the first British patient to be fitted with a gastric band with the use of advanced keyhole surgery. He has claimed that previous attempts to lose weight through traditional means had failed. However, it leaves us questioning whether this is yet another example of a culture that views surgery as an easy alternative to healthy living

Obese women weigh down NHS resources

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 11:00:00 +0100

The number of patients in need of complicated surgery for obesity has risen by a staggering 52% in the past 12 months. This percentage includes a greater number of women. The questions is, are women really at greater risk.

Britain is too unfit to have sex

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Television, the internet, convenience food and a lack of motivation to exercise regularly are leaving us without the energy to romp with our partners at the end of the day. A recent poll found that a substantial number of couples go without sex because they are always too tired.

Man in jail hides 9-millimeter gun under his flab

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 11:00:00 +0100

An obese inmate in a Texan jail was found to have successfully concealed a 9-millimeter pistol under his rolls of fat. Cops failed to jump the gun during searches and didn�t uncover the deadly weapon despite conducting 5 �thorough� searches of the chubby crook.

Size 26 mother pregnant with a 7th child

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:00:00 +0100

A morbidly obese mother has been told her children will be placed into care if she does not stop them from pigging out on junk food. The warning also coincides with her announcement that she is now pregnant with a 7th child.

Teens with obese friends are more likely to gain weight

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 11:00:00 +0100

With the level of obesity amongst teens on a steady rise, new findings in the US have highlighted a worrying new trend. Teens have been reported to be far more likely to gain weight if they are friends with other teens who are already obese.

Use your iPhone to measure your alcohol consumption

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Apple has launched some 65,000 applications that are geared toward fitness and health. One of their latest apps is proving a real hit with iPhone users as it allows them to not only measure how many units of alcohol they have drunk, but they are also able to see just how long it would take burn the calories.

Food retailers guilty of using misleading food labels AGAIN

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Pharmacies found to be negligent � Alli sold to underweight patients

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Swine flu and obesity go hand in hand

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Boy weighs 23 Stone at 9 years old

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Grapefruit juice proven to help us lose weight

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Robots help us to lose weight

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:00:00 +0100

Toxins make us fat and supermarkets are not helping