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Over 50% of adults predicted to be obese by 2050

Global obesity rates are predicted to exceed 50% among adults by 2050 without urgent action.

Lower-income countries will face the most significant increases in obesity rates.

Nigeria's obesity population could triple, highlighting urgent health concerns.

More than half of adults worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050 report

By 2050, over half of all adults and a third of children globally are predicted to be overweight or obese, straining healthcare.

Three-Quarters of U.S. Adults Are Now Overweight or Obese

Obesity rates in the U.S. have risen dramatically, with major public health implications for the future.

Opinion | Overcoming Obesity, With Diet and Physical Education

Diet plays a crucial role in obesity; promoting home cooking and nutritional education is essential.

Physical education must be prioritized in schools to combat childhood obesity effectively.

Over 50% of adults predicted to be obese by 2050

Global obesity rates are predicted to exceed 50% among adults by 2050 without urgent action.

Lower-income countries will face the most significant increases in obesity rates.

Nigeria's obesity population could triple, highlighting urgent health concerns.

More than half of adults worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050 report

By 2050, over half of all adults and a third of children globally are predicted to be overweight or obese, straining healthcare.

Three-Quarters of U.S. Adults Are Now Overweight or Obese

Obesity rates in the U.S. have risen dramatically, with major public health implications for the future.

Opinion | Overcoming Obesity, With Diet and Physical Education

Diet plays a crucial role in obesity; promoting home cooking and nutritional education is essential.

Physical education must be prioritized in schools to combat childhood obesity effectively.

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#public-health

Junk food adverts on TV to be banned before 9pm from next year, government says

The UK government is banning junk food ads before 9pm to combat childhood obesity, starting October 1, 2025.

How Mom's vs. Dad's BMI May Affect Their Children

Parental obesity significantly influences childhood obesity rates, particularly through maternal obesity affecting children's self-regulation of food.

Keir Starmer ready to face down nanny state' jibes in radical public health drive

The UK government plans significant public health measures to combat childhood obesity and ease NHS pressure, including a ban on junk food ads.

Porridge and crumpets included in new junk food ad ban

The UK government will restrict junk food advertising aimed at children to combat obesity, effective October 2025.

Junk food adverts on TV to be banned before 9pm from next year, government says

The UK government is banning junk food ads before 9pm to combat childhood obesity, starting October 1, 2025.

How Mom's vs. Dad's BMI May Affect Their Children

Parental obesity significantly influences childhood obesity rates, particularly through maternal obesity affecting children's self-regulation of food.

Keir Starmer ready to face down nanny state' jibes in radical public health drive

The UK government plans significant public health measures to combat childhood obesity and ease NHS pressure, including a ban on junk food ads.

Porridge and crumpets included in new junk food ad ban

The UK government will restrict junk food advertising aimed at children to combat obesity, effective October 2025.

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#school-nutrition

Mexican schools have 6 months to ban junk food sales or face heavy fines

Mexico bans junk food in schools to combat alarming childhood obesity rates, with strict penalties for non-compliance.

Third of Spanish schools offering too much fried food study

Spain's school canteens serve excessive fried food and insufficient fresh vegetables, contributing to rising childhood obesity rates.

Mexican schools have 6 months to ban junk food sales or face heavy fines

Mexico bans junk food in schools to combat alarming childhood obesity rates, with strict penalties for non-compliance.

Third of Spanish schools offering too much fried food study

Spain's school canteens serve excessive fried food and insufficient fresh vegetables, contributing to rising childhood obesity rates.

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Soft spaces out, stick-fighting in: Dutch call for the return of risky play

Encouraging outdoor risky play is essential for children's development and health, combating sedentary lifestyles and teaching risk management skills.

Shopping parades in Havering could 'disappear' with further fast food crackdown

Excessive restrictions on fast-food may threaten small shops in Havering, raising concerns about community business sustainability.

Students Compete in Intramural Global Health Case Competition

The Global Health Case Competition focuses on innovative solutions to childhood obesity in Mexico, demonstrating interdisciplinary collaboration among students.

Treatment for children with obesity has lasting effect

Weight-loss treatment in childhood significantly reduces long-term physical health risks but does not impact mental health outcomes like anxiety and depression.

Trump Already Tried to Kill Michelle Obama's Version of MAHA

Trump supports Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s health initiative despite his previous opposition to health reforms, raising questions about genuine commitment to improving American health.

Only adverts showing junk food covered by TV ban

The new advertising ban allows loopholes whereby unhealthy food brands can evade restrictions by not showing their unhealthy products.

#nutrition

Children's Diets Are Now "Over 70%" Ultra-Processed Foods; Dietitian Warns

Ultra-processed foods dominate American diets, leading to mental health declines and potential shorter lifespans for future generations.

Jamie Oliver launches campaign to target child obesity at London primary schools

Jamie Oliver launches a food education programme for primary schools in London to combat rising childhood obesity rates.

No screens at meals and insect food: four fresh findings about obesity

Children using screens during mealtimes increase obesity risk.

Insects as a potential solution for nutrition challenges.

Financial incentives can encourage healthier choices.

Ban on junk food TV adverts before 9pm to come in next year

The UK government will ban junk food ads on TV before 21:00 starting October 2025 to combat childhood obesity.

NHS weight management service offered to families of under fours

Early intervention in childhood obesity through specialized services like Splash is crucial.

Children's Diets Are Now "Over 70%" Ultra-Processed Foods; Dietitian Warns

Ultra-processed foods dominate American diets, leading to mental health declines and potential shorter lifespans for future generations.

Jamie Oliver launches campaign to target child obesity at London primary schools

Jamie Oliver launches a food education programme for primary schools in London to combat rising childhood obesity rates.

No screens at meals and insect food: four fresh findings about obesity

Children using screens during mealtimes increase obesity risk.

Insects as a potential solution for nutrition challenges.

Financial incentives can encourage healthier choices.

Ban on junk food TV adverts before 9pm to come in next year

The UK government will ban junk food ads on TV before 21:00 starting October 2025 to combat childhood obesity.

NHS weight management service offered to families of under fours

Early intervention in childhood obesity through specialized services like Splash is crucial.

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#novo-nordisk

Doctors Concerned About Drugmakers Testing Ozempic-Style Injections on Six-Year-Olds

Novo Nordisk's study shows liraglutide can effectively reduce BMI in children aged 6-12, yet it raises concerns about long-term safety and developmental impact.

The next big market for weight-loss drugs: children

Novo Nordisk's Saxenda can significantly reduce children's BMI, showing potential for FDA approval in a market with currently no approved obesity medications for children.

Doctors Concerned About Drugmakers Testing Ozempic-Style Injections on Six-Year-Olds

Novo Nordisk's study shows liraglutide can effectively reduce BMI in children aged 6-12, yet it raises concerns about long-term safety and developmental impact.

The next big market for weight-loss drugs: children

Novo Nordisk's Saxenda can significantly reduce children's BMI, showing potential for FDA approval in a market with currently no approved obesity medications for children.

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Maybe BMI Report Cards Weren't the Best Idea

School weigh-ins may cause distress and trigger eating disorders in students.

Young children with persistent severe obesity could have half average life expectancy, study finds

Childhood severe obesity may halve life expectancy without weight loss in adulthood.

Unethical' junk food packaging manipulates children into craving sweets, report claims

Food companies use colorful packaging and cartoon characters to entice children into selecting unhealthy snacks, contributing to obesity issues.

#research-findings

One in five children is overweight

Obesity among children and adolescents is a significant global health issue with increasing prevalence and diverse risk factors.

Obese children twice as likely to develop multiple sclerosis, study suggests

Children with obesity have more than double the risk of developing multiple sclerosis as adults.

High body mass index in adolescence has been linked to an increased risk of multiple sclerosis.

One in five children is overweight

Obesity among children and adolescents is a significant global health issue with increasing prevalence and diverse risk factors.

Obese children twice as likely to develop multiple sclerosis, study suggests

Children with obesity have more than double the risk of developing multiple sclerosis as adults.

High body mass index in adolescence has been linked to an increased risk of multiple sclerosis.

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Backlash over plans to build McDonald's metres from top state boys school

The proximity of a McDonald's drive-thru near a high school raises concerns about childhood obesity and wellbeing.

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Over 50% of adults predicted to be obese by 2050

More than half of adults worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050 report

Three-Quarters of U.S. Adults Are Now Overweight or Obese

Opinion | Overcoming Obesity, With Diet and Physical Education

Over 50% of adults predicted to be obese by 2050

More than half of adults worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050 report

Three-Quarters of U.S. Adults Are Now Overweight or Obese

Opinion | Overcoming Obesity, With Diet and Physical Education

Junk food adverts on TV to be banned before 9pm from next year, government says

How Mom's vs. Dad's BMI May Affect Their Children

Keir Starmer ready to face down nanny state' jibes in radical public health drive

Porridge and crumpets included in new junk food ad ban

Junk food adverts on TV to be banned before 9pm from next year, government says

How Mom's vs. Dad's BMI May Affect Their Children

Keir Starmer ready to face down nanny state' jibes in radical public health drive

Porridge and crumpets included in new junk food ad ban

Mexican schools have 6 months to ban junk food sales or face heavy fines

Third of Spanish schools offering too much fried food study

Mexican schools have 6 months to ban junk food sales or face heavy fines

Third of Spanish schools offering too much fried food study

Soft spaces out, stick-fighting in: Dutch call for the return of risky play

Shopping parades in Havering could 'disappear' with further fast food crackdown

Students Compete in Intramural Global Health Case Competition

Treatment for children with obesity has lasting effect

Trump Already Tried to Kill Michelle Obama's Version of MAHA

Only adverts showing junk food covered by TV ban

Children's Diets Are Now "Over 70%" Ultra-Processed Foods; Dietitian Warns

Jamie Oliver launches campaign to target child obesity at London primary schools

No screens at meals and insect food: four fresh findings about obesity

Ban on junk food TV adverts before 9pm to come in next year

NHS weight management service offered to families of under fours

Children's Diets Are Now "Over 70%" Ultra-Processed Foods; Dietitian Warns

Jamie Oliver launches campaign to target child obesity at London primary schools

No screens at meals and insect food: four fresh findings about obesity

Ban on junk food TV adverts before 9pm to come in next year

NHS weight management service offered to families of under fours

Doctors Concerned About Drugmakers Testing Ozempic-Style Injections on Six-Year-Olds

The next big market for weight-loss drugs: children

Doctors Concerned About Drugmakers Testing Ozempic-Style Injections on Six-Year-Olds

The next big market for weight-loss drugs: children

Maybe BMI Report Cards Weren't the Best Idea

Young children with persistent severe obesity could have half average life expectancy, study finds

Unethical' junk food packaging manipulates children into craving sweets, report claims

One in five children is overweight

Obese children twice as likely to develop multiple sclerosis, study suggests

One in five children is overweight

Obese children twice as likely to develop multiple sclerosis, study suggests

Backlash over plans to build McDonald's metres from top state boys school

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#childhood-obesity