Scientists have found that the tongue has taste receptors for fat, which might explain why we like fried foods.

The tests conducted on rodents showed a receptor on the tongue tastes fat - it is not known if it is the same for humans

The American Council for Fitness and Nutrition (ACFN) and the American Dietetic Association Foundation (ADAF) announce a new initiative focusing on African-American and Hispanic children, populations that data show are at higher risk of obesity.

The initiative is scheduled to begin in 2006 and will focus on helping community leaders build and expand programs that will help families adopt healthier lifestyles

A US study reveals that if you eat large portions of food throughout one day, don't count on eating any less the next day.

People that are offered large meals will eat them over and over again, day after day, according to a new study released on Wednesday at a conference of North American obesity researchers in Vancouver

A US study reveals that if you eat large portions of food throughout one day, don't count on eating any less the next day.

People that are offered large meals will eat them over and over again, day after day, according to a new study released on Wednesday at a conference of North American obesity researchers in Vancouver

A US study reveals that if you eat large portions of food throughout one day, don't count on eating any less the next day.

People that are offered large meals will eat them over and over again, day after day, according to a new study released on Wednesday at a conference of North American obesity researchers in Vancouver