The mean body mass index (BMI) and the prevalence of obesity both dropped in 2023 for the first time in more than a decade.

Patients can now change their MyChart settings to if they don't want to discuss their weight or BMI during clinic visits.

Body mass index (BMI) is one of the most common and criticized tools in medicine for evaluating people’s weight and health risks. In recent decades, the use of BMI has come under scrutiny for ...

A new study suggests that the DNA some modern Japanese people have inherited from ancient hunter-gatherers may increase BMI.

When it comes to heart health, waiting until adulthood to make changes may be waiting too long. New research identifies a ...

While BMI looks at your height and weight, BRI specifically looks at waist circumference and some scientists believe that it is a better indicator of many health problems, such as kidney disease ...

particularly for those who had other health conditions. Obesity among adults in the United States rose from 31% to 42% between 2000 and 2020. To meet recommended BMI levels, approximately 73% of ...

The meta-analysis found that higher cardiorespiratory fitness levels had significant benefits for health, no matter what BMI category participants fell into. Although body mass index (BMI ...

Outside the normal range maternal BMI and eating disorders are associated with an increased risk of psychiatric disorders in offspring.

As awareness about health and fitness continues to grow, tracking metrics like Body Mass Index (BMI) has become an essential part of monitoring wellness. BMI offers a straightforward way to assess ...