Why is it so hard to keep weight off?

You finally reach your desired weight, only to find it creeping back up. Now, researchers think they have discovered why

The Tories must tackle the real cause of obesity: inequality

Fat is a class issue. Most of the seriously obese are poor. Offer a diet of self-esteem, good jobs and social status, and the pounds will fall away

Seven ‘healthy’ foods with high levels of sugar

Many products that are seen as healthy often contain large amounts of the sweet stuff

Childhood obesity: UK’s ‘inexcusable’ strategy is wasted opportunity, say experts

Plan to rely on voluntary action by food industry is dismissed as embarrassing by public health experts who condemn failure to restrict advertising aimed at children

Childhood obesity strategy may be watered down, campaigners fear

Experts’ call for ban on junk food price promotions could go unheeded, though tax on sugary drinks expected to go ahead

Supermarket price promotions targeting less healthy food, survey finds

More than half of recent promotions at UK supermarkets offered deals on junk food, sweets and fizzy drinks

Tyre trouble: what’s the best way to get rid of abdominal fat?

It isn’t just a source of embarassment on the beach – belly fat can lead to diabetes, heart disease and other health problems. But what’s the best way to lose it?

Five a day? It’s none a day in Britain’s urban food deserts

In areas of the UK’s major cities, accessing affordable fruit and veg can be difficult – especially for those on tight budgets

Should parents ever comment on their daughter’s weight?

It’s natural for parents to be concerned for their child’s health, but could regular remarks about size and diet lead to an increased risk of problems in the future?

National Obesity Forum faces backlash over ‘dangerous’ diet advice

Members of campaign group to disown controversial guidelines to eat fats and cut down on carbohydrates