Sarah is an experienced writer and editor enthusiastic about helping readers live their healthiest and happiest lives. Before joining Forbes Health, Sarah worked as a writer for various digital ...

James King is an Associate Editor for the International Journal of Obesity David Stensel is co-Editor-in-Chief for the International Journal of Obesity. He receives research funding from the National ...

Share on Pinterest A recent study finds people with a high or low Body Roundness Index have an increased risk of death. Zing Images/Getty Images Body Roundness Index is a novel body composition ...

Body mass index has for decades been used as a shorthand for assessing body fat and weight-related health risks. But for about just as long, critics have noted the simple calculation is laden with ...

Body roundness index takes into account a person's hips and waist measurements. While body mass index (BMI) has long been a go-to measure of a person's health, used by doctors and health insurers ...