In today’s society, weight and body size are often unfairly scrutinized, leading to inaccurate assumptions about a person's worth, character, or health. This bias is known as weight stigma—the ...

Maya Feller explains balanced plates and what drugs like Ozempic do to appetite. Popular weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic have changed the way many Americans are eating and as people taking ...

In the search for effective weight management, many individuals often concentrate on dietary habits and exercise routines. Genetics increasingly plays a significant role in this complex equation, as ...

Weight bias and stigma are common problems in obesity health care and may be having real consequences for your health. Learn how to spot bias and medical gaslighting and advice on how to overcome it.

Am I summer body ready? Should I try the latest 30-day weight loss challenge? Is the new weight loss pill worth the hype? Is how I want to lose weight healthy or the right choice for me? People with ...

Women in midlife commonly come to Beverly Tchang, MD, with concerns about gaining weight, even though their diet and exercise routines have not changed. The patients are frequently frustrated about ...

I’ve spent the better part of my life overweight or obese. It’s been a formative insecurity, and it’s been an accepted reality. During my time here at the University of Massachusetts, it’s been an ...

TAMPA (BLOOM) – Alcohol is deeply ingrained in our social culture and is often enjoyed in various social settings. However, it’s important to recognize that alcohol is not just a source of pleasure ...

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – People living with obesity are looking for quick and safe solutions to weight loss. For many individuals, weight-loss medications and injections have emerged as potential ...