Obesity

Heather Floda used to spend $300 a week on junk food, but a date saying he did not like plus-sized women triggered her to lose half her body weight naturally.

Nutritionist Marcelle Rose told Newsweek: "I do believe there is the potential for the child to develop problems around food and body image."

On "The Joe Rogan Experience" podcast, the host said "it discredits all these people that [...] without surgery, lost all that weight and look great."

Critics have slammed the movie for its use of a fat suit, with many arguing that Fraser's role should have gone to an obese actor.

O'Donnell also explained that cutting down on alcohol and giving up soda had helped her to shed weight, saying, "Soda is the enemy, period."

This young woman dropped out of college to follow her dreams—now she is a famous model for Khloe Kardashian's brand Good American.

"Imagine the effect this would have on a middle school student already feeling self-conscious about their body," the concerned mom told Newsweek.

The actor, along with director Darren Aronofsky and writer Samuel D. Hunter, spoke to Newsweek about their new movie "The Whale."

According to a study from 2016, golden retrievers have a higher likelihood of being obese than other dog breeds.

The average annual Thanksgiving meal contains thousands of calories—but how does that compare to your regular fast food order?

"If he isn't willing to address the problem by seeking treatment, [the woman] may want to consider arranging for couples' therapy," an expert told Newsweek.

Kayla Logan tells Newsweek about flying as a plus-sized woman in this original essay.

"What an awful example for our children. Shame on you Disney," one user tweeted.

In this original Newsweek essay, Sydney Watson shares why she live-tweeted her American Airlines experience.

Newsweek spoke to Brendan Fraser and director Darren Aronofsky to hear their response to people who slammed "The Whale" for using a fat suit.

"I truly was really nervous the whole time at the vet," owner Haley Andrews told Newsweek. "She pretty much just said 'perhaps feed her less.'"

It is estimated that over Over 70 million adults in the U.S. are obese, with related medical costs amounting to $147 billion annually.

Women with a high BMI and who use the combined estrogen/progestin tablet are 24 times more likely to experience life-threatening blood clots, researchers say.

Brendan Fraser is an awards season favorite for his role in Darren Aronofsky's "The Whale" but some people claim it's problematic for fat and skinny people.

Whitney Way Thore takes a pole dancing class with her trainer Jessica in the upcoming episode of "My Big Fat Fabulous Life."

The company responded to the criticism on its official Instagram page on Tuesday, stating that it will continue to celebrate its customers.

"He is literally the most dramatic dog I've ever met and it's hilarious," said the now-viral dog's owner.

"My brother chimed in saying that I'd just gain the weight back so stop pretending I'm better than they are," they said.

Overweight youngsters are spending too much time slumped on the sofa, say doctors, and not enough time in the park playing sports.

Babies breastfed for a year or more could be protected against obesity into adulthood, according to new research.

A man sparks debate about whether diet or exercise is more crucial to weight loss after girlfriend puts on weight.

"Doesn't sound like she wants your honest opinion, but just wants someone to listen," one commenter wrote.

"I don't want to be unattracted and turned off by my husband," the mom admitted.

"If she needs to lose weight that's on her. She doesn't get to dictate your diet," wrote one commenter.

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