Menopause shifts body composition towards lower lean mass and higher central fat, with changes being most pronounced in women ...

Medical expenditures were higher among individuals with a body mass index (BMI) outside the “healthy weight” range, reflecting the broader health burden associated with both low and high BMI, ...

Body mass index is widely used to assess the human body’s obesity, health, fitness, eligibility as a surgical candidate or ...

A woman's insulin levels in midlife are linked to the timing and duration of menopausal hot flashes, night sweats and cold ...

Higher BMI is linked to worse PROMIS profiles and increased opioid use among patients seeking spine care, despite similar pain intensity across BMIs.

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Adolescents with lean PCOS exhibit greater adipose tissue dysfunction and insulin resistance compared with lean peers without ...

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Long-term methylphenidate use in childhood links to higher adult BMI and slightly shorter height, underscoring the need for ...

A critical look at metabolically healthy obesity and metabolically unhealthy normal weight—and what they mean for evidence-based, weight-inclusive care.

The effect of obesity on brain health may depend not only on how much fat is in the body, but also on the areas of the body where fat is stored, according to a study published today in Radiology.