Obesity Archives – The College View

Over half the world on track to obesity by 2035

March 15, 2023

Research conducted by the World Obesity Federation predicts that over 4 billion people, 51% of the world, will be considered overweight and 1 in 4 people will be living with obesity in the next 12

Ireland to become Europe’s fattest country – Who is to blame?

April 20, 2016

According to health experts, Ireland is likely to be the fattest European country by the year 2025. With fast food and sugary treats so readily available and easy to access, who is at fault? Are

When did obesity become okay?

April 2, 2014

Is it really ok for companies to encourage overweight people to love their bodies? Theresa Newman doesn’t think so.

#Fitspiration, time to tone it down

November 6, 2013

It’s imperative to be fit and healthy, but has the rise of social media’s glorification of #fitspiration taken things to far? Suzanne Cooper investigates.

Eating a late lunch can lead to obesity, according to a recent study carried out by researchers in Boston. Over 420 overweight people followed a 20 week weight-loss programme for the study. Results indicate that those