A new endoscopic procedure designed to shrink the stomach without surgery helped a mother of five lose weight and regain an active lifestyle.

New research finds that more men have suboptimal testosterone levels than previously known, and it may be putting these men at risk.

Read how people with obesity can reduce pain and other comorbid conditions - like depression - with weight loss.

The benefits of losing weight are documented in this latest study lead by a Michigan Medicine research investigator

An evidence-based wellness program for middle schoolers has recorded many healthy improvements. In a new paper, experts share lessons learned.

As more Americans turn to bariatric surgery for weight loss, a new study suggests they may not want to wait until their BMI exceeds 40 to reap the biggest benefits.

Nearly 1 in 5 patients with a lap band undergoes multiple device-related reoperations, and complication rates range widely among hospitals, new research finds.

Learn why it’s difficult to keep weight off, with these weight loss lessons from Scientists at Michigan Medicine.

Learn more about a new study that examines how obesity impacts chances of getting hospice care and what it means for costs for the Medicare system.

Despite recent headlines linking weight problems to microbiome disruptions, a new review finds no clear connection.

University of Michigan researchers are examining a possible link between dehydration and obesity. Find out if drinking more water can contribute to weight loss.

Researchers debate the importance of being fit and maintaining a healthy weight. Maintaining a healthy weight increases quality of life more than fitness.