The average American woman weighs about 170 pounds and stands about 5 feet, 4 inches tall. But it's important to remember that these averages are mathematical calculations. They don't represent what's ...

Researchers at Tel Aviv University found that the widely used Body Mass Index (BMI) measurement is less sensitive to define obesity than we thought. The researchers recommend equipping clinics with ...

Last year, my wife started training for the New York City marathon. I couldn’t exactly be ordering in Taco Bell while she was ...

Many people with “normal” body mass indexes may still be obese, new research suggests. The study, which will be presented Friday in Chicago at ENDO 2023, the annual meeting of the Endocrine Society, ...

Ditching New Year's weight loss diets can be a healthy and sensible choice, as the relationship between weight and overall ...

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.