body mass index (BMI)
Increased BMI maybe harmful for mental health
New study explored the impact of physical health, such as body weight, heart health and blood pressure.
Losing weight could lower risk of secondary infertility
Secondary infertility is a common form of infertility that is not many are aware of.
Body mass index linked to blood pressure: Study
Researchers conducted the study on 1.7 million Chinese men and women
Higher BMI associated with lower breast cancer risk
The drivers of breast cancer risk can be different for young women compared to older women.
Exercise can reduce genetic effects of obesity in older women
Researchers say exercise can mitigate the genetic effects of obesity.
Reducing meat consumption could help prevent obesity: Study
Analyses showed that participants who had higher scores on the plant-based diet index had a lower BMI over the long term.
Married couples share the risk of diabetes: Study
A man, whose wife had a BMI of 30, had a 21 per cent higher risk of developing diabetes than men whose wives had a BMI of 25.
Obese people more likely to take up smoking: Study
Here is what a new study has found.
Urban design responsible for promoting childhood obesity?
Pedestrian-friendly amenities are thought to have a greater impact in high-density neighbourhoods.
Freezing this nerve can kindle weight loss
This nerve, located at the base of the esophagus, is one of several mechanisms that tell the brain that the stomach is empty.