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

Explore how overweight and obesity are classified using BMI and other methods and understand the limitations of relying on ...

VMPL New Delhi [India] October 10 Maintaining a healthy weight is essential for overall well-being and one of the most ...

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

As the name itself indicates, Waist to Hip ratio, which is sometimes also known as waist- hip ratio or WHR is the ratio between the circumference of the waist and the hips of an individual. This ratio ...

But waist circumference measurements are not accurate in people with a BMI over 35, pregnant women or children under two. The latest estimates for England suggest that 28% of adults are obese and ...

Measuring BMI is also much more accurate and potentially less embarrassing than measuring someone's waist circumference ... If you can't see the calculator tap or click here.

Consuming cinnamon may have a very small effect on weight, but it’s unlikely to deliver meaningful weight loss without other ...

Britons are ballooning. Our waistlines are expanding at a rate that means the average adult is now rounder than ever before.

“A body composition machine is more accurate, along with waist-circumference indices," says Goa-based physiotherapist Aaron Rodrigues. Rodrigues also specialises in working with athletes.