Relying solely on BMI to diagnose obesity may be outdated, say global experts. A new report calls for a more comprehensive ...

BMI falls short as a way to measure obesity. Doctors need to also determine whether body fat harms a person's health.

If you’re short on time, Stoner recommends the three-minute step test as another alternative that offers a score of aerobic ...

A new Lancet Commission - made up of more than 50 experts from around the world - says a 'radical overhaul' is needed in how ...

BMI has traditionally been used to measure health but can be misleading, particularly for athletes. A recent study suggests ...

BMI has long been considered a flawed measure that can over-diagnose or underdiagnose obesity, which is currently defined as ...

BMI is an outdated measure of health, say experts – there’s a raft of new checks that could give a clue to your current ...

Understanding your health metrics is a vital step toward maintaining a balanced lifestyle One of the simplest yet effective ways to assess your overall health is by calculating your Body Mass Index BM ...

Researchers have redefined obesity, emphasizing the impact of excess adiposity on organ and tissue function rather than ...

Getting in shape is a common goal for the New Year. Before you start an exercise program you may want to have a fitness test ...