Weight Loss & Obesity Slideshows

Fasting: It’s simple and trending, though it’s been around for thousands of years. Find out whether it might be a good option for you, and what the risks and benefits are.

Instead of focusing just on the scale when you're trying to lose weight and improve your health, there are other numbers you should also pay attention to.

Overweight with a BMI of 30 or more? Extra weight, especially around your waist, can lead to health risks that feed off of each other. Find out more.

Ditch the frying pan! Healthy cooking methods include more than boiling and baking. See how to cook using these healthy and tasty cooking methods today.

Not burning off calories like you used to? Here are some surprising things from WebMD's slideshow that could be dragging the process down.

These lifestyle changes -- suggested by experts and real people who've lost the weight -- can help you stay on the path toward a healthier body and a happier you.

Are you considering weight loss (bariatic) surgery? WebMD helps you know what makes you a good candidate and the pros and cons of the different operations.