A study found that Americans today are less likely to recognize overweight status than they were in previous decades, ...

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

Because knowledge is power when it comes to fitness.

When it comes to measuring weight, BMI is the acronym everyone loves to hate. Health professionals have long used body mass index as a quick screening tool to fast-track certain patients into a “code ...

How much does your weight really say about your health? Probably less than you think. You could eat your five-a-day, hit the gym regularly, have textbook blood pressure and cholesterol levels—and ...

Body mass index (BMI) may not be the most accurate predictor of death risk. A new study from the University of Florida found that BMI — a measurement that is commonly used to determine whether a ...

A critical look at metabolically healthy obesity and metabolically unhealthy normal weight—and what they mean for evidence-based, weight-inclusive care.

If you've ever stood on a scale at the doctor's office only to be told your health status based on a single number, you're ...

Weight changes can occur across stages of life due to factors such as hormonal shifts, lifestyle changes, and metabolic variations. Recognizing these connections can aid in developing personalized ...