Modeling isn’t just a matter of strutting your stuff on the catwalk—it also means that you need mathematical precision when it comes to taking your body measurements. Having precise measurements is ...

Using a new definition that includes waist-based measurements, the team found that more than 75% of adults may meet criteria ...

A new study suggests that body shape, specifically the degree of roundness around the abdomen, may help predict the risk of ...

Body fat scales provide a rough estimate of your body composition based on your weight and other factors. However, research suggests that smart scales may not be fully accurate at measuring body fat.

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An overlooked measurement is linked to early heart changes and increased heart disease risk, even in people without heart problems.

Predicting adult body height from genetic data is helpful in several areas such as pediatric endocrinology and forensic investigations. However, despite large international efforts to catalog the ...

Your ideal body fat percentage can depend on your age, sex, and activity level. Tracking movement and calories can help determine your body’s healthiest weight. No number is a complete picture of your ...

Although currently you may see her wearing unique looking sushi themed outfits during Orange Caramel‘s “Catallena,” After School‘s Nana revealed her tall and lean body measurements! In regards to her ...