The research was published in Science Advances on 26 March. The study suggests that the postnatal period in the body is much longer than people tend to assume, says Jennifer Hall, who researches ...

The reason waist size is not as strong a cancer risk factor for women as it is for men could be due to differences in how body fat and hormones affect cancer risk. It may also be because waist size ...

A new study conducted by researchers at Lund University found that while scientists have relied on BMI (body mass index) to diagnose obesity and the subsequent increased risk of cancer ...

The size of a man’s waistband is a better predictor of cancer risk than traditional body mass index measurements, research has found. For decades, doctors have relied on BMI scores to diagnose ...

Experts believe measuring waist circumference is a more accurate way to predict cancer risk in men - Tim Platt/Digital Vision ...

Experts challenge the use of BMI for diagnosing obesity, advocating for a shift towards measuring body fat percentage using principles ... The illustrious mathematician realized that he would need to ...

The drug is available in a single-dose vial and is indicated for adults with obesity (BMI ≥30) or overweight (BMI ≥27) with weight-related conditions, as well as for type 2 diabetes management.

Listen to Story BMI has its challenges as being the sole measure of obesity Men showed an increase in body fat and decrease in muscle mass as they aged Obesity-related risks should include fat ...