Women’s low BMI a major cause for stunting in children

A district-level analysis of data shows that 19 per cent of the time low BMI is the factor contributing to difference in stunting prevalence …

COVID-19 vaccines work well with all body weights BUT underweight, obesity remain risk factors

A group of UK researchers compare how those vaccinated from across various categories fared against the novel coronavirus  

Study finds people with low BMIs are not more active, they just eat less

Good heart health suggests low body fat may trump physical activity in long run   

How do you weigh a dinosaur? There are two ways, and it turns out they’re both right

An animal’s body mass is a fundamental property of its biology. It dictates what an animal can eat, how far and fast it can move, and how …

‘Lean Diabetes — a distinct entity warranting further investigation’

Rare type of diabetes inunderweight, thin people; Cases mostly from  low- or medium-income countries 

Obesity increases in India; Haryana, Karnataka among worst performers: NFHS-5

Prevalence of obesity didn't decrease for both men and women in any state, according to NFHS-5

Lateral Thoughts: Who moved my samosa?

Indians need to eat better food, rich in fruits and vegetables and high in proteins 

Obesity can be counted as disability, says EU Court

A corpulent labourer whose weight thwarts the execution at work will now qualify for handicap assurance

Fibre is your body’s natural guide to weight management

Rather than cutting carbs out of your diet, eat them in their original fibre packaging instead

This chemical controls whether you would be fat or fatter

Genes interact with obesogens in the environment to make a person fatter