University of Waterloo study suggests that sugar tax would reduce consumption
Researchers said that prominent nutrition labels and taxes on sugary products can help consumers opt for healthier options. Continue reading
Overweight
‘It was a trifecta of hate’: Body image activist recalls moment she was accosted by a man over her weight, race
Jill Andrew has dedicated her career to fighting appearance-based discrimination and body-based harassment, but when she was 15 years old, she said she was confronted with an incident that is still etched in her memory. Continue reading
Work long hours on the job? You’re more likely to have heart problems, study says
Researchers from the University College, London find that if you work more than a certain number of hours per week, your risk of developing atrial fibrillation increases. Continue reading
Marriage and fatherhood makes men gain weight: study
Researchers from the University of Bath say their study confirms several theories surrounding marriage’s link to weight gain. Continue reading
Concerns raised about overweight trucks on Saskatchewan’s roads
By Jules Knox Reporter/Anchor
Overweight vehicles thundering down Saskatchewan’s roads are causing millions in damage each year, and there’s concern the government isn’t doing enough to stop it. Continue reading
Can being skinny lead to depression in both men and women?
Research has shown obesity is linked to depressive symptoms. Can the same be true for people who are underweight? Continue reading
Yo-yo dieting could lead to heart disease-related death: study
If you regularly gain and lose more than 10 pounds you could be at risk. Continue reading
Childhood bullying victims more likely to be overweight: study
Researchers say bullying may be linked to weight gain, showing that the effects extend beyond just mental health issues. Continue reading
Social media campaign shares photos and stories of overweight Canadians
Weight of Living was inspired by Humans of New York and aims to show a side of “fat” that’s not normally portrayed. Continue reading
Female news anchors in Egypt suspended until they ‘lose weight’
Women’s rights groups said “We will not accept someone telling a woman, ‘Sorry, you’re fat, go home.'” Continue reading