Negative body image puts teens at risk of obesity

What adolescents think of their bodies affects obesity risk, according to a new study. Photo: Reuters

Teens who don't like how their bodies look or have a negative body image have an increased risk of developing youth obesity, says a new study.

A study by researchers at The University of Texas Health and Science Center has shown that a negative body image can significantly increase the risk of adolescent obesity, regardless of whether he or she is depressed.