As BMI is increasingly recognized as an imperfect way to measure health, UVA researchers share other metrics they rely upon.

New research shows being fit matters more than your weight when it comes to living longer. A groundbreaking study of 400,000 people reveals why doctors should focus less on BMI and more on measuring ...

We break down the history behind BMI and how body fat percentage relates to your health. Read more to get a better ...

Annual exams are more crucial than ever as the prevalence of chronic diseases in the United States continues to climb.

A commission proposed a new definition of obesity focused on how excess fat affects the body, rather than assessing body mass ...

The body mass index (BMI), a weight-to-height ratio ... be included in clinical-practice guidelines and in the training of healthcare workers, according to the Lancet commission.

The condition is better measured by looking at factors like inflammation, insulin resistance, and glucose tolerance, according to the doctor. In some cases, using BMI can result in “muscular athletes” ...

The Lancet medical journal’s Diabetes & Endocrinology Commission last week proposed a new definition and method for diagnosing obesity, beyond simply looking at a person’s Body Mass Index (BMI), the ...

According to a September 2024 data brief from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 40.3 percent of U.S. adults were considered obese between August 2021 and August 2023.

One tool doctors have long used for measuring ideal body weight is body mass index (BMI). It's a measure of your body weight in kilograms divided by the square of your height in meters.

Researchers highlight that having a normal BMI does not always indicate good health, as high body fat can increase the risk of diseases like diabetes and heart disease. They recommend strength ...