News in Brief Commuting Past Fast Food Restaurants Is Linked to Obesity, According to New Research A new study suggests that passing the Golden Arches on your way to or from work can be destructive to your diet. Tom Jacobs
News in Brief Cannabis Leads to the Munchies but Not to Bigger Bellies One new study confirms marijuana smokers prefer junk food, but another finds they are actually a bit thinner than non-users. Tom Jacobs
Key Takeaways News in Brief Nutritionists Want to Regulate the Food Industry Like Tobacco The Lancet Commission proposes a tax on red meat as one method to fight the "syndemic." Emily Moon
News in Brief Fighting Obesity With Better-Designed Menus New research finds calorie counts can be effective—if the figures are properly placed. Tom Jacobs
News in Brief How Obesity Kills Taste Buds Taste buds may be the tiniest victims of the obesity epidemic. Kate Wheeling
News in Brief Trump Reportedly Watches Four-Plus Hours of TV a Day. Science Says That’s Not a Great Idea. Pacific Standard checks out the studies. Francie Diep
Social Justice No Sweet Deal: Why Taxing Sugary Beverages Is a Must A controversial tax that is currently being debated in Illinois and elsewhere is about more than just sugar in soda. Monique Reed
News in Brief Real Americans Eat Too Much New research finds people of Asian ancestry are viewed as more American if they are overweight. Tom Jacobs
News in Brief Perceiving Yourself as Overweight Poses Health Risks New research suggests it can create a negative self-image, which may result in a downward spiral. Tom Jacobs
News in Brief All Aboard! Next Stop, Less Obesity New research provides the best evidence yet linking public transportation usage with lower obesity rates. Tom Jacobs