Obesity is now understood as a condition that affects the functions of organs and tissues, leading to complications such as ...

One of the primary limitations of the BMI is its inability to distinguish between the fat mass and the lean muscle mass.

India has experienced a doubling of obesity prevalence over the past two decades, with abdominal obesity becoming ...

BENGALURU: Over 1,000 individuals - 532 male and 501 female - in Kolar district alone have been found to be obese, according ...

An international panel of researchers say the measure is too simplistic and focuses too much on weight versus wellness.

The air that women breathe up to three months before they become pregnant can have an effect on the future baby’s size. A ...

Instead of using the controversial body mass index, or BMI, to assess weight, an international group of scientists proposes ...

Understanding the definition of obesity: experts examine the limitations of body-mass index (BMI) and propose alternative measures for adiposity.

Body Mass Index (BMI) has limitations as it doesn't distinguish between muscle and fat, leading to misclassification of ...

A global group of experts has suggested a new approach to diagnosing and treating obesity that does not rely solely on the ...

New Activin R-based medications can emerge as perfect solutions for balancing weight loss and muscle building, making a ...

The longtime reliance on BMI means that obesity is likely overdiagnosed, members of the Commission said. View on euronews ...