Specifically, a child is 3 to 4 times more likely to become an obese adult if their mom was obese, researchers reported March ...

“Our results suggest that sociodemographic and early-life risk factors could be used to target obesity prevention programs for children and adults,” they said. This study aligns with previous ...

Advertisement A mom's smoking also increased their kid's risk of adult obesity by 60% to 80%, results show. "In particular ... public health In effect, factors beyond a person's control can ...

A study finds that factors beyond a person's control, like socioeconomic status and whether their mom smoked or was obese, can influence whether they are overweight or obese as teenagers or adults.

Body size and excess weight, conventionally assessed using body mass index (BMI), are well-established risk factors for many types of cancer. However, new research to be presented at this year’s ...