Where fat accumulates in the body may influence cancer risk, a new study suggests. Image credit: Katsumi Murouchi/Getty Images For many years, body mass index (BMI) has been used as a measure of ...

As we age, the amount and distribution of fat in our bodies changes. Most fat is subcutaneous—meaning it is stored just under ...

Aging shifts fat to harmful visceral areas. Study shows testosterone gel may reduce belly fat in older women, improving recovery and health outcomes.

The global rise in obesity is staggering. Obesity has doubled in over 70 nations within a span of a mere four decades. By the year 2035, experts predict four billion individuals will be affected by it ...

Specific body fat distribution patterns were associated with brain structural differences, cognitive decline, and increased risk for neurologic disease.

New research shows fat distribution predicts premature cardiovascular ageing more than BMI, revealing why visceral and liver fat harm the heart while lower-body fat protects women before menopause.

When it comes to neurodegenerative diseases, our emphasis on body mass index (BMI) and overall body weight as markers of health may be outdated. Instead, research suggests we should be focusing more ...