A new definition of obesity could classify more than three-quarters of US adults as having the disease, impacting the ...
If you've ever stood on a scale at the doctor's office only to be told your health status based on a single number, you're ...
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 ...
Background We investigated the prevalence, temporal trends and associated factors of overweight and obesity among adults in ...
Among adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D) older than 65 years, a body mass index (BMI) in the moderate overweight category (26-28) appears to offer better protection from cardiovascular death than does ...
What Is the Average Weight for Women? This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. If you’re looking for straight answers, here they are: The average weight for women in the U.S.