A new study has found that your belly might reveal more about your brain health than your bathroom scales do, especially if ...

For young adults, body fat percentage is a better predictor of 15-year mortality risk than body mass index (BMI).

New body composition tests are replacing BMI as a more accurate way to assess health and fitness. Measuring muscle mass and body fat provides key insights into strength and longevity that the scale ...

Dr. David Geier joined Good morning Charleston Wednesday to break down a new study and talk about some of the myths surrounding a persons BMI and what measureme ...

A recent study reveals a significant link between high BMI and increased breast cancer risk, particularly in postmenopausal ...

In a new study, participants from China, Lithuania, and the United Kingdom consistently rated men with low-to-moderate body ...

After menopause, individuals with cardiovascular disease and weight gain may face a higher risk of breast cancer, recent ...

Women with higher levels of body fat sometimes struggle to conceive and can face greater health risks during pregnancy.

A landmark study has revealed unexpected benefits associated with losing excess body weight, shedding light on processes that ...

Health and wellness experts unanimously agreed that Body Mass Index (BMI) should not be taken as an accurate indicator of overall health. They said it must be considered within the context of other ...

As per a prospective cohort study, waist circumference along with BMI modestly improves the prediction of which postmenopausal women are at a higher risk for premature death.