Waist-to-height ratio is a more accurate and reliable indicator of age-related obesity risk than body mass index (BMI), researchers have found. Pioneering new research by the University of Sheffield ...

The U.S. military has officially moved away from long-standing height-and-weight tables and the traditional tape test in favor of a waist-to-height ratio as the primary body composition standard for ...

Health experts are now looking beyond the scale, placing greater importance on waist size for women's health assessments. A waist measurement of over 35 inches can serve as a warning sign for ...

While obesity is a known risk factor for heart disease, a new study showed that the ratio of a person's waist measurement compared to their height is more reliable than body mass index (BMI) at ...

Struggling with stubborn weight, bloating, and inflammation can feel overwhelming, and finding a method that actually works often seems impossible. One woman named Anjali Sachan lost 7kg, shrank her ...

It’s important to know your numbers when it comes to heart disease risk. Cholesterol levels, weight, blood pressure and A1C all offer vital clues when it comes to the state of your cardiovascular ...

Archaeologists in Newfoundland have discovered seven tiny beads known as wampum that are made from seashells. They may be the first ever found in the province. When you purchase through links on our ...

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What a waist of money! A Miami model is being criticized for spending more than $1 million on cosmetic procedures to achieve one of the world’s smallest waistlines at 18 inches — which she protects by ...

Waist beads are a traditional African accessory that aims to make the wearer feel sensual and grounded. The beads serve as an ongoing reminder to be more aware and loving toward your body. Waist beads ...

A new research paper was published in Aging (Aging-US) Volume 17, Issue 6, on May 30, 2025, titled "Impact of waist-to-hip and waist-to-height ratios on physical performance: insights from the ...