Articles for Tag: "body mass index"

Americans bailing on work due to obesity 
Americans bailing on work due to obesity
New study finds that obesity costs the U.S. $8.65 billion per year resulting from absenteeism in the workplace.
Kids’ BMI rises with price of fruits and veggies 
Kids’ BMI rises with price of fruits and veggies
A new study finds that kids tend to gain weight when parents opt for cheaper, higher calorie foods when the cost of healthy choices increases.
Are Americans misinformed about their heart health? 
Are Americans misinformed about their heart health?
A new survey finds that many people are not knowledgeable about cardiovascular disease facts, risk factors and prevention.
Hearing loss linked to weight 
Hearing loss linked to weight
A study finds that hearing problems can also be tied to your BMI. Get the details.
Unique program helps families fight childhood obesity  Featured
Unique program helps families fight childhood obesity
Learn more about a special program that helps the whole family address weight issues.
Can eating at the table lower your BMI? 
Can eating at the table lower your BMI?
Turning off the TV and engaging in some old fashioned conversation during meals is linked to better health, says a new study.
More doubts about accuracy of BMI 
More doubts about accuracy of BMI
Body mass index (BMI) has been a popular tool for determining healthy weight for more than 180 years. Find out why researchers are questioning this measurement.