Waist-to-height ratio outperforms BMI in predicting heart disease risk

The ratio of a person's waist measurement compared to their height is more reliable than body mass index (BMI) at predicting heart disease risk, according to new research from UPMC and University of ...

Fat jabbers drastically shedding pounds face a new threat that ‘could drive them to an early grave’ – are YOU at risk?

THE lure of the fat jab is clear to see, drastic weight loss fast – and seemingly without much effort. And the benefits ...
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What's the Right Weight for Me?

Or you can calculate your BMI yourself by using this formula: Take your weight (in pounds) and multiply it by 703. Divide ...

3 Things We Learned About Weight Loss & Obesity From PBS’ New Documentary Series

In this special episode of "Breakthrough Women in Science and Medicine," we meet Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford, an obesity ...
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What Is a Realistic BMI for Someone Athletic?

In general, people are considered to be at a healthy weight if their BMI is between 18.5 and 24.9. A BMI of 25 or more is ...

Obesity statistics reflect a national health crisis and prompt a call to action

BMI is a measure of body weight relative to height. The goal for most people is to have a BMI that’s over 18 and under 25.

What makes us attractive?

The question has perplexed women for centuries: what makes them attractive? Now scientists say the secret is not the face, legs or body shape - it's the body's volume ...