Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. More than 4 in 10 Americans now fit the medical definition for having obesity, putting them at risk for serious health problems, ...

Obesity needs a new definition, argues a global group of health experts. For over 75 years, obesity has been called a disease by the World Health Organization. But the label is hotly debated. Some say ...

It might seem like semantics. But whether a health condition qualifies as a disease can have a huge impact on patient experiences and treatment options.

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- National data show cholesterol levels among children and teenagers in the United States are improving. But obesity continues to pose a significant health challenge. Health ...

This was not the case for young adults, however ...

Obesity is a complex disease wherein you have too much body fat. Most people think it to be a cosmetic problem, however, the excess body fat increases the risk of several chronic diseases such as ...