obesity rates

Albert Buitenhuis: Too Fat Chef in New Zealand visa reprieve

South African chef Albert Buitenhuis, who is facing deportation from New Zealand for being too fat, has been given a…

11 years ago

Albert Buitenhuis: South African chef faces expulsion from New Zealand for being too fat

A South African chef living in New Zealand has been told by authorities he is too fat to be allowed…

11 years ago

Belviq weight-loss pill approved by FDA

US health regulators have approved weight-loss pill Belviq, marking the first new drug treatment in 13 years. Belviq (lorcaserin hydrochloride),…

12 years ago

Michael Bloomberg plans to ban soft drinks over 16 oz in NYC by 2013

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg plans to ban any soft drink over 16 ounces across the city by March…

12 years ago