The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released 2013 data on obesity in the US. While obesity rates varied across states, no state was immune to the ongoing health concern.

Multiple studies have shown the many health benefits of fruit. And when it comes to heart health, the more fruit, the better, a new study found.

Leafy greens, certain root vegetables and fruits are especially high in potassium. And getting more potassium may be especially helpful to older women.

When it comes to fat and high blood pressure, location may be everything. Your chances of having high blood pressure are greater if you’re obese, but fat around the belly may pose the greatest risk.

An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but daily exercise may work better for your cardiologist.

Whether deciding to cut out carbs, reduce fat, count calories or adopt the latest fad, picking the right diet plan can be a tough call to make. Researchers recently studied some common diets to see which ones were the most effective.

With obesity on the rise worldwide, solutions like bariatric surgery to combat life-threatening medical conditions linked to being obese have become more common. New research looked at the effectiveness of another weight-loss option.

Dieters often hear conflicting information about what they shouldn't eat — is it fat or carbohydrates? New research suggests the low-carb camp may lose more weight and have better heart health.

As the rate of obesity increases, many patients may turn to bariatric surgery as a weight-loss solution that can cut down on potential health problems associated with being overweight.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that more than 1 in 3 adults are obese. And rising obesity rates may be tied to a rise in diabetes.