For years, medical experts have defined obesity primarily based on body mass index, which measures stored fat by calculating height and weight, to determine a person’s health risks. Major public ...

A new study finds that even after weight returns in anorexia nervosa, muscle strength may remain impaired, with implications ...

However, some studies have associated a higher body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference (WC) with a lower risk of dementia. New research led by Monash University aims to clarify the mixed ...

The medical community is experiencing a significant shift in its approach to body health assessment, with Body Mass Index (BMI) facing unprecedented scrutiny. Dr. Terilyn Scott-Winful’s recent webinar ...

Do muscles make the man? New research reveals that body fat and BMI play a bigger role in male attractiveness than most ...

Most people know that body fat stored around the midsection can spell disaster for cardiovascular health. But Harvard researchers have now discovered another problematic fat-storage location in the ...

This article was reviewed by Felix Gussone, MD. Key Takeaways: Body composition offers a clearer picture of health than ...

Here’s what to know about body composition numbers and what these metrics mean for your health and performance.

Weight loss isn’t just about eating less. A biokineticist explains why body composition, muscle, movement, and consistency ...