As an editor and writer who has contributed to many national and local publications, Nicole Gregory enjoys communicating clearly on critical health topics so that readers can make informed choices for ...

I have written about the use of Body Mass Index (BMI) in prior columns and the issues related to its actual applicability for accurately measuring overweight and obesity in individuals. However ...

For decades, BMI has been the go-to tool for defining healthy weight, overweight, and obesity, but experts now say it’s not enough. New approaches consider waist size, fat distribution, and body ...

The beginning was in 2003. Laws requiring school systems to evaluate children using body-mass index (BMI) instruments—a common approach for grouping people based on height and weight—have passed 29 ...

A healthy weight and BMI range for adults over age 65 may mean carrying a few extra pounds. According to the National Institutes of Health, a body mass index (BMI) of 25 to 27, which is typically ...

Objectives Body mass index (BMI) confers a higher risk of colorectal cancer (CRC) and may influence cancer diagnostic ...