The body-positive movement has encouraged people, especially women, to see beauty in all shapes and sizes, and it's reminded us that body ideals are culturally constructed and not based on science.

You’ve probably seen the body shape charts that tell you to grab a measuring tape, take five different measurements, and then ...

Your body shape could be putting you at a higher risk of colorectal cancer, scientists have warned. Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, according to ...

When it comes to body types, it’s not just how much weight you carry — it’s where you store it. Research shows that people with apple-shaped bodies — those with a wider midsection and less defined ...

In a recent study published in Science Advances, researchers elucidate the association between adiposity subtypes and the risk of colorectal cancer. Study: Tissue-specific genetic variation suggests ...

The way clothes fit isn’t just about height or size. It’s also about proportions—the quiet geometry of your body. Your torso length, leg ratio, and the way your shoulders and hips align all shape how ...

Women come in all shapes and sizes, from Jyoti Amge, the smallest living woman at just over 62 centimeters in height, to Rumeysa Gelgi, who stands over 7 feet tall. There are many factors that can ...

A recent article in the New York Times brought attention to a new health screening tool: the BRI, or the Body Roundness Index. Hurray! Let’s kick the dreaded and flawed Body Mass Index (BMI) to the ...

Are you having trouble getting rid of that stubborn fat from around your belly or having difficulty putting on more weight to increase muscle mass? Women come in so many shapes and sizes and our body ...

Which dresses are best for apple-shaped bodies? Choosing outfits that flatter your body shape is the key to looking and feeling your best. A fairly common body silhouette is the apple or the circular ...