Honor Whiteman

A mutation of a KSR2 gene, found in obese children, increases appetite and slows metabolism, researchers say. They note this finding could lead to new treatments for obesity.

Many parents adopt feeding and activity practices that could increase their child’s risk of developing obesity later in life, according to a new study.

An international research team has found that, unlike other major global health risks - such as smoking - obesity rates have significantly increased over the past 30 years.

In her latest letter, Editorial Director Honor Whiteman talks about MNT’s Science of Sleep campaign, which takes a deep dive into the research of sleep.

One-third of the US adult population is obese. Because of this, bariatric surgery is more popular than ever. But are the risks linked to weight loss surgery being ignored?

At MNT, the team has been recovering from a recent heatwave. But as Managing Editor Honor Whiteman reveals, the temperature isn’t the only thing on the up.

May is Mental Health Month. In this month’s letter, Managing Editor Honor talks about the importance of self-love for mental health and well-being.

Summer is finally here! What does the MNT team love most about this glorious time of year? Managing Editor Honor Whiteman finds out.

In a study of monkeys, researchers found that a Mediterranean diet significantly increased levels of beneficial bacteria in the gut.

If ever you needed an excuse to eat chocolate, this is it. Researchers shed light on how dark chocolate can offer benefits for brain health and immunity.