Despite the latter overcoming some of the drawbacks of the former, experts say it’s not that simple, or maybe even necessary, ...

Question: I read that physicians were moving away from the body mass index. But at my last physical, my BMI was used. Is my ...

Despite widespread criticism, BMI continues to be the go-to for measuring some health risks. Now the "body roundness index" ...

BMI is a numerical value calculated by dividing a person’s weight in pounds by their height in inches squared, then ...

In today’s health headlines, what is the difference between the body mass index (BMI) and body roundness index (BRI)? Plus, ...

The BMI's flawed origins and arbitrary classifications contribute to weight stigma, harm mental health, and promote misguided ...

Body roundness index (BRI), may be a better predictor of disease than body mass index (BMI), new research shows. Researchers ...

Flawed definitions of obesity can harm health outcomes, research indicates. The medical community is taking notice ...

TUSLA’S controversial reference to body weight for prospective foster parents has been ditched. It comes after a furore when ...

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Increased body fat elevates estrogen production, potentially fueling growth of hormone-positive breast cancers, researchers ...