Weight Loss & Obesity Videos

Body positivity advocate Destiny Murtaugh shares three things she'd like to tell her younger self.

"We're not born hating our bodies," Destiny Murtaugh says. That's learned from bullying and a culture where skinny equals healthy.

To Destiny Murtaugh, cellulite and fat rolls are nothing to be ashamed of.

One workout a week equals 52 a year. Be honest. Is that more than you did last year? No pressure. Just choose what feels good for your body and mind.

Challenge health care bias by advocating for dignity and proper treatment. The answer isn't always weight loss.

Check out all the health benefits that come from simple moves like hip sways and shimmies.

Latoya Shauntay Snell isn't just trying to be active, she's doing it. And running marathons at that.

Fitness advocate Latoya Shauntay Snell challenges you to find respectful providers who focus on your concerns, not the scale.

Latoya Shauntay Snell abused food and exercise to the point she developed an eating disorder. See how she turned hurtful body shaming into motivation.

Latoya Shauntay Snell rejects external validation and aims to stay strong into her 90s.

Meet the Voices Changing the Way We Talk About Obesity Video

"Free the Jiggle!" Jesse Diaz-Herrera turned a comment on her weight into a body-positive mission, proving bigger bodies are dancers' bodies, too.

Using diagrams, an obesity expert decodes how our bodies turn food into fat, where it's stored, and how it impacts our health.

Get the facts on these weight loss medications. What's FDA-approved, and how do you switch safely between options?

Discover the relationship between obesity and depression as Roger McIntyre, MD, delves into their impact on mental and physical health.

Will hot chili peppers help you shed pounds quicker? Are crash diets the way to go for big results? Separate fact from fiction when it comes to weight loss.

A team of health care professionals from nutritionists to counselors can help you set and achieve your weight loss goals.

Did you know eating home-cooked meals with family and friends lowers your risk of obesity? Learn the secrets to shedding pounds.

Will hot chili peppers help you shed pounds quicker? Are crash diets the way to go for big results? Separate fact from fiction when it comes to weight loss.

With weight loss, it’s important to set realistic goals and find ways to stay committed.

Dumping syndrome can stem from surgeries involving your stomach, including weight-loss operations. Learn what habits can ease up your symptoms.

You can achieve extreme weight loss through a surgical procedure, but is it usually the best option?

How can your canine whip you into shape and keep the pounds off?

Whether it’s baby weight or the freshman 15, shedding pounds can be a hurdle. But what happens when you lose 5% of your body weight, or 10%?

Should you steer clear of carbs? Do smaller, frequent meals keep the pounds off? What’s the secret to shedding pounds?

Do you maintain a healthy weight? Your body mass index (BMI) can clue you in.

Has the greatest diet trick been right in front of our eyes this whole time? Can more H20 really help you cut calories?

So what’s to blame for those extra pounds? Is it genetics or your poor diet?

Not all fruits and vegetables are created equal when it comes to weight loss. Here are the best ones to add to your diet.

Our expert discusses the impact of rapid weight loss on your long-term health.

Our expert discusses the importance of the mental side of weight loss.

An expert discusses the value of diet and exercise for weight loss.

An expert discusses diet, exercise, mental preparation, and rapid weight loss.

Learn about how calorie counts and menu labeling affects food choices.

Why is the rate of obesity on the rise?

A new specialty focuses on weight loss.

An expert explains high fructose corn syrup and its effects on weight gain.

An expert explains the different types of weight loss surgery available.

Our expert explains what we now know about weight gain and how to lose weight.

Under the leadership of Dr. Thomas Farley, New York City and Mayor Michael Bloomberg have implemented some of the toughest health laws in the nation.

Massive weight loss can reverse disease and save lives, but it does come with some costs.

Jonathan Sackner Bernstein, MD, talks about when being overweight becomes a health problem.

The father of fitness walking, James Rippe, MD, has the skinny on how to effectively lose weight.

Being overweight is a risk factor for diabetes, heart disease, and maybe even cancer. Learn how weight affects your body.

Whether you are trying to lose weight or maintain your current weight, there is a key secret weapon you should know.