The Coco Pops ad Kellogg’s should be ashamed of
Jackie Schneider: A poster aimed at schoolkids for a cereal that is 35% sugar is not 'socially irresponsible', says the ASA, but parents know better
Healthier sweet foods urged in battle against obesity epidemic
Food Standards Agency calls for reduction in sugar and fat content of tempting foods and drinks
The women who want to be obese
This week, Donna Simpson announced her plan to be the fattest woman in the world. But are 'gainers' who purposefully overeat risking their health or liberating themselves?
Pay up for that Pepsi
Peter Preston: Instead of a blanket hike on VAT, a targeted tax on fizzy drinks could raise money and save lives
Is it healthier to be slim but unfit or fat and fit?
Just as you can be slim and sedentary, it's possible to be overweight and active. But which is better for your health?
Anti-obesity drug Reductil banned across Europe
Sibutramine blamed for increasing patients' chances of suffering a heart attack or stroke
Obese patients ‘encouraged to put on weight to qualify for surgery’
Access to NHS weight-loss operations is inconsistent, unethical and a postcode lottery, says Royal College of Surgeons
Rules made to be broken
Andrew Martin: The figures show that a huge majority don't hit healthy targets. Can't we all just lower our sights?
Fat is a student issue
Obesity is rife among students in the US. What can universities do to stop it happening in the UK?
Calorie count guidance may rise by a cheeseburger
Committee says recommended adult daily calorie intake could be increased by 16%, or up to 400 calories a day