The novel metabolic predictor emphasizes central adiposity, while integrating metabolites and other measures of metabolic ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. When it comes to achieving a healthy body weight, some men ...

Experts have estimated the exact waist size which could mean you are at greater risk for a number of health issues. Having a large belly could mean you are vulnerable to heart disease and diabetes, ...

Body mass index is widely used to assess the human body’s obesity, health, fitness, eligibility as a surgical candidate or ...

Medical expenditures were higher among individuals with a body mass index (BMI) outside the “healthy weight” range, reflecting the broader health burden associated with both low and high BMI, ...

Adult obesity in the United States has gone up over the past 30 years. Here's a look at why.

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When we think about our weight we might think how tight our jeans are. But managing our weight can support quality of life as ...

Higher BMI was linked to worse biopsychosocial PROs and greater opioid use among patients requiring spine care.

Scientists have identified a potential link between higher BMI and a 'devastating disease', following new research. BMI - or ...

The former GP shared the simple test that measures metabolic health - your body's ability to efficiently process food into ...

Healthy weight is more than a number on the scale. From BMI limits to body composition, age and height play a key role in ...