Waist size is not about fashion or beauty standards. It is a health signal that doctors study closely. Fat stored around the ...

A new study finds that some people considered to be a normal weight could unknowingly be at high risk for obesity-related health issues. A new study from the University of Iowa finds that some people ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A large waist circumference, which is known to raise the risk of cardiovascular disease, may also raise the risk of stroke or mini-stroke, researchers from Germany report.

Studies reveal that excess belly fat in men predicts higher mortality risk even when body weight and BMI fall within normal ...

Half-portions! There’s a reason the average American woman’s waist size is 37 inches (according to J. Crew), and I’m pretty sure it has to do with the whopping portions we can’t seem to break up with.

Hopefully this doesn’t crush your Christmas wish, but new data suggests that U.S. adults aren’t getting any taller but they are sure getting fatter, according to a report released by the Centers for ...

(Reuters Health) - Older adults with normal weight but a wider waist may be at a higher risk of developing dementia, a Korean study suggests. Doctors should consider an older person's waist ...

Your waist size is more than just a clothing measurement—it can also be an important indicator of your health. Research consistently shows that larger waist sizes are linked with increased risks of ...