A new study in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior examined parental concerns about child disordered eating among families participating in a long-term, motivational interviewing (MI)-based behavioral intervention.
Jan 17, 2026
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The federal government has released new dietary guidelines that shift how Americans are urged to eat.
Jan 8, 2026
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New advertising restrictions on unhealthy food and drink have come into force in the UK, targeting products deemed to be high in fat, salt or sugar. From now on, TV, radio or online adverts that feature these foods will be ...
Jan 5, 2026
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New regulations come into force Monday in Britain banning daytime TV and online adverts for so-called junk foods, in what the government calls a "world-leading action" to tackle childhood obesity.
Jan 5, 2026
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While childhood obesity has become more common in recent years, this is a condition that is about more than just weight.
Dec 30, 2025
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Family affluence shields children from the risks of obesity and unhealthy eating habits, even when they're surrounded by unhealthy food options, according to a study co-led by researchers at University College London (UCL).
Oct 2, 2025
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Childhood overweight and obesity are a growing public health challenge in South Africa. In 2016, 13% of the country's children were reported to be obese. This is predicted to double by 2030.
May 12, 2025
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Researchers have identified a mechanism underlying insulin resistance in adolescents with obesity. The findings, published in Journal of Clinical Investigation, present a targetable pathway that could one day allow clinicians ...
May 8, 2025
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A University of California, Riverside-led research team has adapted an intervention for childhood obesity prevention to better serve Latina mothers, non-maternal caregivers, and families of low-income backgrounds in Inland ...
May 7, 2025
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New research has found that putting lower-calorie meal choices at the top of a restaurant menu, and reducing the availability of high-calorie options, makes teenagers more likely to order the healthier options.
Feb 11, 2025
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