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Even a few nights of sleep deprivation, according to a new study, can make your fat cells behave like they're much older and less responsive to the hormone that controls metabolism.

The number of obese people in the U.S. is projected to double by 2030 contributing to soaring health costs.

Men are more concerned with their partner's body type than women but they also seem to value family more highly, according to a new survey released on Tuesday.

At least the United States is not alone in getting fatter -- the entire world is gaining weight, too, according to a massive world weight project published yesterday and reported on by The Post's David Brown.

For some women, weight control is more important than sex, according to a new poll of 1,001 people.

Victoria Beckham is reportedly packing on the pounds so she can have another baby with husband David Beckham. Apparently, Victoria's doctor told her she would have to gain weight in order to boost her fertility. We guess thin is not "in" when you are looking to have a family.

Alicia A.S. Duque knew she had some pounds to lose, but she had no idea how much being overweight affected her until the television cameras started rolling.

If you pigged out at cookouts on July 4th, try these 6 tricks to fight belly bloat fast.

"Flattering" clothes for all women. Oh, J. Simp. If I were you, I would have locked myself in my room, drawn the blinds, and not emerged until spring (much like Punxsutawney Phil). But no, you're a fighter. Despite being called fat, you're holding your head up high.

Things seem to be getting worse instead of better for Jessica Simpson. Over the last few weeks she’s been embroiled in a weight gain scandal. As in, she had the nerve not to be skeletal. While she seemed to be doing her best to stay positive in the beginning, it appears that the stress is taking a toll on her.