The average waist size for U.S. women is 38.5 inches, indicating widespread abdominal obesity. Larger waist sizes are linked with increased risks of chronic diseases, like heart disease and diabetes.

Flat Belly Diet experts and scientists have known for years that excess body fat isn’t good for you. Obesity (which means “overfat”), is considered as deadly as smoking, according to some analyses.

If you are a man, your waist size could be a better indicator of cancer risk. A new study conducted by researchers at Lund University found that while scientists have relied on BMI (body mass index) ...

BOSTON (Reuters) - A large European study has confirmed that simple measurements of the waist and hips may offer a better way of predicting obesity-related death than a standard, but more complicated, ...

Your waistline may say more about your current health than your BMI, according to new research. Now, we hate to be the bearer of bad news but: as our waistlines expand, so do the risks. And while ...

Health professionals have estimated the waist measurement that could indicate an elevated risk of various medical conditions. Carrying excess weight around the abdomen may leave you susceptible to ...

Your waist size is more than just a clothing measurement—it's also a key marker of your health. While there's no one ideal waist size for men, research consistently links larger waistlines with higher ...

The average waist size for men in the U.S. is 40.6 inches. Waist size greater than 40 inches may indicate abdominal obesity, which is linked to a higher risk of major health conditions. Common ...