ANSWER: The body mass index (BMI, which the chart was probably derived from) is a tool used to estimate body shape.

A simple String Test, popularized by Dr. Clare Bailey Mosley, assesses metabolic health by measuring waist-to-height ratio.

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The 73rd annual BMI Country Awards took place Nov.18 in Nashville, celebrating Clint Black and Country's top creators.

As Hurricane Melissa roared to shore in Jamaica, Massachusetts residents who hail from the Caribbean waited anxiously to hear from their loved ones. Ronald Stephenson, pastor at Spring of Water ...

MassLive is once again releasing its weekly edition of weekend picks, our weekly choices for activities, events or places to check out across Massachusetts each weekend. This week, the list consists ...

Massachusetts fire officials say it’s time to replace smoke and fire alarms purchased a decade ago after a change in fire codes. They urge residents to check the manufacturing date printed on the back ...

The Central Mass. Girls' Soccer Coaches have released their latest poll of the season, through games as of Tuesday, Oct. 7. More: Follow the leaders: Check out the updated scoring and goalie leaders ...

WASHINGTON - Chances are you know your blood pressure. What about your BMI? Body mass index signals if you're overweight, obese or just right considering your height. Some doctors have begun calling ...

Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., a leading supporter of stricter gun laws, said hours after an Aug. 27 deadly Minneapolis school shooting that legislation enacted during the Biden administration led to a ...

It is difficult to have a successful weight-loss journey if you don't know your destination. This post is dedicated to helping you answer a surprisingly difficult question: What is my ideal weight? A ...