The number does not capture a person's muscle mass; where on their body fat is stored; or how their race, ethnicity and ...

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New research published in the European Heart Journal reveals that 'muscle fat' around muscles can increase the risk of death ...

New recommendations on how to define obesity would reduce the emphasis on body mass index and also take into account health ...

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Obesity has been an ongoing struggle for many consumers, and for years, body mass index (BMI) has been the key metric health ...

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IIT Delhi report reveals health and stress issues among truck drivers in India, highlighting the need for support.

Stroke is the leading cause of death in women, who also have a higher lifetime risk of stroke than men. Mercy Medical Center cardiologist Dr. Dawn Kershner said risk factors include high blood ...

Obesity rises sharply among young adults in South Korea, urgent action needed Health concerns escalate as young South Koreans ...