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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Traditionally BMI was used to define obesity, but a team of doctors redefined obesity based on the Indian population.

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