Doctors often use BMI, or Body Mass Index, to quickly screen patients for more tests. But having a normal or low BMI doesn’t mean you’re healthy, nor having a high BMI mean you’re unhealthy. To help ...

A quick and easy way to know if you are at risk for heart attacks or diabetes is to get out your tool box. A quick and easy way to know if you are at risk for heart attacks or diabetes is to get out ...

Medically reviewed by Amelia MacIntyre, DO Your waist size is more than just a clothing measurement—it's also a key marker of your health. While there's no one ideal waist size for men, research ...

Do you know your waist size? You should because it is one of the most accurate predictors of diabetes, heart attack and stroke. It’s time to get out that measuring tape. Pull it tight, but not so you ...

A larger-than-ideal waist is not only less than great for fitting into your clothes, it also has health risks, according to Craig Peters, a cardiologist with HonorHealth. Waist measurement has an even ...

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a cardiologist urges people to know a key body measurement that's associated with ...

Whether you’re ordering a new pair of denim, a fancy dress, or a plain t-shirt, knowing your correct measurements ensures you’ll have the perfect fit. When shopping online, that means fewer returns ...

THE size of a person’s waist may provide a clue to their likelihood of developing cancer, a new study reveals. It found both men and women carrying excess weight around the waistline increased their ...

Children’s waist sizes may signal their risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, according to a study in the August Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine. Buenos Aires ...

While the most accurate measures of body fat like are generally only used in medical and research settings, there are some ways to measure body fat in the comfort of your own home If you’re curious to ...