Obesity

Study shows that people exposed to social media are up to seven times more likely to spend more money at “quick service restaurants.”

It's never good business to offend potential customers. But it seems like Chick-fil-A never got the memo.

The nation’s can-do Viagratude has sagged into a malaise of “why bother?” And it'll take more than a little blue pill to cure this problem.

Chronic worker health problems equal huge productivity losses, but soaring costs make preventive healthcare just as problematic for small businesses.

With health insurance costs rising for small businesses, many worry about hiring employees with potential health risks. Make sure you understand the laws.

Ready to start a business? Narrow down your search with these 25 home-based business ideas that have growth potential, both now and in the future.

Franchises are a great gift for college kids with no hope of landing a job.

Putting a Taco Bell next to a school yard doesn’t necessarily lead to fatter children, says a recent study.

The Girl Scouts of America are facing a PR crisis caused by two teenager scouts. Their reaction -- or lack thereof -- serves as a lesson for all businesses....

In the 1960s almost half of all employees in the private sector exerted physical activity at a level of moderate intensity on the job, today only 20% of our jobs demand this type...

The restaurant's CEO defended its familiar ambassador at a shareholder meeting, but the issue of marketing aimed at kids isn't going away.

World’s largest McDonald’s franchisee selling shares to the public.

YUM Brands wants to cut loose underperforming units to focus on international growth.

An advocacy group has asked the Mayor of Detroit to enact a moratorium on fast-food outlets.

My question is, while airlines make concessions for people with all kinds of disabilities, why are they reluctant to come up with a solution for obese passengers?

Burger franchise changes french-fry recipe for first time in 41 years.

It would be wise, then, to not stop with the Happy Meal, but to march on towards grocer shelves. Cracker Jacks- with a toy should go. Hostess Twinkies, Cupcakes and Snowballs should be...

Until we die of an obesity-related illness.

Can a "Slurpee Summit" help Democrats and Republicans find common ground?