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World Obesity Day: Doctors share how offices can prioritise employees' health

To destigmatise obesity, we must shift the focus from blame to solutions. (Freepik)

Updated on Mar 4, 2025, 4:55 PM IST

Country to lead in overweight young people by 2050: Report

It isn’t just young people; by 2050, India will have 450 million adults who are overweight or obese. (Representative file photo)

Published on Mar 4, 2025, 12:05 PM IST

12% Indians are overweight or obese compared to 49% Americans: Lancet study

India has one of the highest obesity rates in the world with 18 crore overweight or obese adults; China and US are in top 3. (Representative picture: Pexels)

Published on Mar 4, 2025, 9:52 AM IST

Study predicts 45 crore obese Indians by 2050 amid global health concerns

As of 2021, India has a population of 180 million obese or overweight people. (Representational photo)

Published on Mar 4, 2025, 7:47 AM IST

Ludhiana: ‘Obesity a major health concern’: Experts blame changing lifestyle

The discussion noted that the primary reasons behind this rising trend are traditional dietary habits and evolving lifestyles. (HT PHOTO)

Published on Mar 4, 2025, 6:48 AM IST

Are your antidepressants making you gain weight? New study reveals the truth

The antidepressant dilemma: Can medication lead to weight gain?

Updated on Feb 27, 2025, 11:57 AM IST

Anand Mahindra reacts as PM Modi advises less use of cooking oil to beat obesity

"Help strengthen the fight against obesity and spread awareness on reducing edible oil consumption in food," read Narendra Modi's X post.

Published on Feb 24, 2025, 3:56 PM IST

Modi nominates 10 eminent people to raise awareness about obesity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (PTI)

Published on Feb 24, 2025, 3:27 PM IST

PM Modi nominates Omar Abdullah, 9 more personalities for anti-obesity campaign

File Photo: Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. (ANI Photo)

Updated on Feb 24, 2025, 10:30 AM IST

Modi to hand over social media to inspiring women, urges ‘one day as scientist’

A gathering listening to the 119th edition of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's monthly radio program Mann Ki Baat, at Naraina Vihar on Sunday. (ANI)

Updated on Feb 23, 2025, 3:32 PM IST

Anxiety to obesity: Nutritionist shares 8 ways sugar can destroy female bodies

Consuming high amounts of sugar can disrupt hormonal balances, particularly insulin and estrogen.

Published on Feb 21, 2025, 7:00 AM IST

Can obesity lead to sleep apnea? Doctor explains early warning signs, treatment

“Obesity promotes sleep apnea by raising the amount of fat in the vicinity of the neck and the superior airway," said Dr. Aparna Govil Bhasker.

Updated on Feb 20, 2025, 7:59 PM IST

Chronic pain? Watch posture, Vit D and obesity, say doctors

For representation only (HT File Photo)

Updated on Feb 19, 2025, 9:41 PM IST

Fast food is spelling disaster for your kids…years down the line

For representation only (HT File Photo)

Published on Feb 18, 2025, 9:31 PM IST

Brain cells and food intake: Study discovers neurons that regulate eating

The decision to stop eating is a familiar phenomenon.

Published on Feb 18, 2025, 1:13 PM IST

Can obesity drugs help with alcohol cravings? New study sheds light

The drugs work by mimicking hormones in the gut and the brain to regulate appetite and feelings of fullness.

Published on Feb 14, 2025, 1:46 PM IST

Fight against obesity requires a collective effort: Neeraj Chopra

Neeraj Chopra believes PM Narendra Modi’s message about fighting obesity is crucial in today’s context (PTI)

Published on Feb 9, 2025, 8:09 PM IST

Ditch the carbs, keep the nutrition: How to eat a low-carb diet the right way

Low-carb diets aren’t just for weight loss. They are nutrient powerhouses! Here's how to eat them right.

Updated on Feb 8, 2025, 10:27 AM IST

PM Modi on India’s growing obesity problem: Akshay Kumar and experts weigh in

To tackle obesity, experts recommend healthy oils, proper diet, adequate sleep, and exercise.

Updated on Feb 5, 2025, 3:23 PM IST

New study confirms you can be overweight and healthy if you do this one thing

New research reveals the truth about weight loss and longevity—and it’s not what you think.

Updated on Feb 5, 2025, 12:51 PM IST

About half of Americans approve of using weight-loss drugs to treat obesity, AP-NORC poll finds

About half of Americans approve of using weight-loss drugs to treat obesity, AP-NORC poll finds

Published on Jan 31, 2025, 10:31 PM IST

Akshay Kumar praises PM Modi’s health message, shares 4 tips to overcome obesity

Akshay Kumar’s guide to tackling obesity: Sleep, exercise, and healthy eating.

Published on Jan 31, 2025, 11:00 AM IST

Doctor reacts to Oprah Winfrey’s comment on ‘thin people’: ‘Obesity is not..’

Oprah Winfrey recently opens up about how GLP-1 weight loss drugs shifted her view on thin people.

Published on Jan 26, 2025, 5:40 PM IST

The right way to tell obesity is key to our well-being

A man uses measuring tape on his waist in California on Jan. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/JoNel Aleccia) (AP)

Updated on Jan 24, 2025, 8:09 PM IST

Oprah on taking Ozempic: ‘Weight loss drug is not taking easy way out’

Oprah Winfrey surprised many with her drastic weight loss transformation.

Updated on Jan 23, 2025, 12:54 PM IST

Treatment for children with obesity has lasting effect: Study

The study observed that children with obesity who respond to treatment also run a lower risk of premature death.

Published on Jan 22, 2025, 1:46 PM IST

Bariatric surgery could be the best gift for stress-free festive celebrations

Bariatric surgery eases holiday stress and supports weight loss for over 50% of patients.

Updated on Jan 18, 2025, 5:03 PM IST

The end of one-size-fits-all: Obesity diagnosis enters a new era

The report proposes additional measures, including waist circumference and waist-to-hip ratio.

Published on Jan 18, 2025, 4:08 PM IST

The meat of the obesity problem

A man uses measuring tape on his waist in California on Jan. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/JoNel Aleccia) (AP)

Updated on Jan 15, 2025, 8:07 PM IST

Obesity won't be solely defined by BMI under new plan for diagnosis by experts

Under the new recommendations, obesity would no longer be defined solely by BMI.

Updated on Jan 15, 2025, 4:57 PM IST

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