Over the last 30 years, obesity prevalence has increased in all age groups, a new study found. That new study looked at the trends after recent efforts to decrease obesity.

Lots of research suggests that omega-3s may have health benefits for those who consume them. For pregnant women, those benefits may extend to baby.

With nearly one-third of all US children ages 2 to 19 currently overweight or obese, childhood obesity has become an epidemic. Fortunately, this condition is preventable in many cases.

Women often have questions about what they should and shouldn't eat when they're expecting. Here may be one answer to those questions.

Could the vitamin D in mom's diet during pregnancy affect her children's future health? Regarding asthma, that question might have been answered.

As teen obesity rates climb, the role of schools in shaping students' exercise habits has come under intense scrutiny. And there may be a good reason why.

Want your kids to choose healthy foods over processed snacks? It may be helpful to know what fruits kids reach for most.

Some teens act like they can't live without their phones, tablets or computers. But parents may be wise to set screen-time limits.

Losing weight may need to be a priority for heavier women who are thinking about getting pregnant.

As concern about obesity and health grows, many adults are becoming more informed about nutrition. Children, however, might not be exposed to the healthiest of food products.