Body mass index, or BMI, is computed by dividing your weight by your height (squared). It is generally used to help you ...

BMI is a widely used tool for assessing obesity, but it has limitations. It doesn't account for muscle mass, fat distribution or bone density. Experts suggest using it alongside other measures for ...

IT is laudable that Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Razarudin Husain wants his officers to maintain a body mass index (BMI) of 28 as a requirement to qualify for promotions. His ...

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

We break down the history behind BMI and how body fat percentage relates to your health. Read more to get a better understanding on why BMI is out and better ways to determine you ...

“We recommend that BMI should be used only as a surrogate measure of health risk… or for screening purposes, rather than as an individual measure of health," the commission members ...

In this four-part series, we use charts to illustrate how the Budget performed on 15 key concerns. This part looks at income tax receipts, tourism, and the securities transaction tax. Each topic ...

Despite its extensive use and popularity, aspartame has become a source of controversy in recent years, with some research suggesting the sweetener has adverse health effects. It is not clear if ...

Moderate BMI and high BMI variability across childhood were associated ... Previous research findings suggest that obesity across early development is a significant risk factor for future health ...

Initial fasting plasma glucose levels outside of 80 to 94mg/dL linked to increased risk for diabetes. HealthDay News — Fasting plasma glucose (FPG), age, body mass index (BMI), and male sex are ...

PHOTO: STEPHANIE GABRIEL With before-and-after photos dominating advertisements, headlines touting the latest health kicks and ... demonstrate a lower risk of death than those within the normal-weight ...

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