Your waist measurement can provide clues to your overall health. Learn how to measure waist circumference and what to do if you’re concerned.

Measuring neck circumference was more convenient and was more accurate than BMI at identifying children with weight problems, he said.

In a cross-sectional study, enlarged waist circumference was associated with a syndrome of lipid overaccumulation and increased mortality.

A growing body of research suggests that neck size may also serve as an early warning sign, indicating a higher likelihood of developing serious conditions like heart disease, diabetes and sleep ...

The body mass index (BMI) isn’t a perfect measure for obesity. Convenience and routine are on its side -- so health experts aren’t likely to stop using it any time soon -- but its limitations ...