childhood obesity

The Weight Watchers app for children does everything wrong

Yoni Freedhoff: Weight-loss app Kurbo could increase the risk of eating disorders while eroding body image and self-esteem for children

Why it’s time to stick a fork in fast food

Could a junk food tax fight back the bulge?

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Disney networks to ban junk-food ads

Companies selling to the Mickey Mouse Club set will soon have to play by new rules as the Walt Disney Company joins efforts to combat childhood obesity, the New York Times reports.

When it comes to being fat, we’re simply too polite

North Americans are heavier than ever. If our doctors aren’t calling us on it, who will?

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Cooking lessons from dancing tweens

Two young girls, ages 11 and 12, teach other kids how to embrace healthy eating