Both the new weight loss drugs and bariatric (weight loss) surgery improve body composition in patients with obesity by ...

According to a recent study, reducing body fat can improve long-distance running and cross-country skiing performance. However, a more effective way for female athletes to optimize their body ...

"Bariatric surgery and GLP-1 receptor agonist medications are currently the most effective weight-loss interventions for ...

A recent study introduces an innovative method for analyzing body composition using advanced 3D imaging and deep learning techniques. This approach aims to provide more accurate assessments of body ...

Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) is a widely adopted, non‐invasive technique used to estimate body composition by applying a low-level alternating electrical current through the body. This ...

Body composition assessment techniques play a critical role in both clinical practice and sports science by providing quantitative insights into the distribution of fat, muscle, bone, and water in the ...

Body mass index (BMI) may not be the most accurate predictor of death risk. A new study from the University of Florida found that BMI — a measurement that is commonly used to determine whether a ...

Share on Pinterest Compared to BMI scores, body-fat percentages were a stronger predictor of the 15-year mortality risk of young adults, a new study found. Thana Prasongsin/Getty Images A new study ...

The military’s new height to waist standards aim to better measure health and readiness, but raise concerns about fairness, ...