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

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

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

The Lancet, a global medical journal that works with academics to identify issues in public health, hosted a Commission on ...

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

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

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

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

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

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

Research shows that people with a certain body shape face a higher risk of serious health problems compared to their ...

A new report from the Lancet Global Commission calls for a shift in how obesity is diagnosed, moving beyond the traditional ...