The Latest Breaking News from Obesity

We created health guidelines for fighting loneliness - here’s what we recommend

Social isolation kills. It increases your risk of death by 30% — roughly the same as smoking cigarettes and much worse than factors such as obesity and sedentary living.

The Conversation · Nov 24, 2025

Has America's obesity rate plateaued?

Some recent national numbers suggest the obesity rate has plateaued or even declined. Experts are skeptical.

LiveScience · Nov 24, 2025

3 Weight-Loss Drug Stocks To Consider For 2026

The global weight loss drug market, perhaps ironically, is growing like gangbusters these days. Globally, it’s set to expand from $15 billion in 2024 to $150 billion by 2035, according to Morgan Stanley.

Benzinga · Nov 21, 2025

France moves to shut down rogue sites selling fake weight-loss drugs

French regulators have intensified their crackdown on the booming online trade in illicit weight-loss medicines, targeting platforms and sellers pushing unlicensed anti-obesity products.

Radio France Internationale · Nov 19, 2025

Ultra-processed foods fuelling global health crisis and experts urge worldwide policy reform

Experts have linked high UPF consumption to higher risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, depression, and early death.

Euronews · Nov 19, 2025

The common foods found to harm every major organ

UPFs have been linked to poor health, including an increased risk of obesity, heart disease, cancer and early death

The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2025

Novo Nordisk CEO's Bold Vow: Full Commitment to Weight-Loss Pill as Wegovy Price Falls

Novo Nordisk cuts Wegovy's price and commits fully to its upcoming weight-loss pill to stay competitive in the fast-growing obesity drug market.

International Business Times · Nov 18, 2025

With $199 Price, Ozempic Prescriptions Expected to Soar — Experts Warn of Risks

Novo Nordisk's new $199 offer for Ozempic and Wegovy aims to improve access for obesity and diabetes treatments, but experts warn of potential serious side effects.

International Business Times UK · Nov 18, 2025

Nestlé accused of ‘risking health of babies for profit’ over added sugar in cereals sold in African countries

Campaigners say the company is contributing to rising rates of childhood obesity, while the firm says it is helping to combat malnutrition

The Guardian - UK · Nov 17, 2025

Study uncovers weight loss drug’s hidden impact on our brains

The study included three severely obese patients who struggled to control their eating habits

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025