Still, the findings reinforce what other research has suggested: thinness is not always protective, and extra weight is not always harmful. The concept that you can be “fat but fit” continues to gain ...

Calculating your ideal body weight (IBW) can help you gain some insight into your possible risk for weight-related health conditions. However, this tool doesn’t always provide an accurate assessment.

BMI doesn't tell the full story of health, says a new University of Waterloo study. The measure may reinforce bias and ...