Weight loss is complex. Traditional metrics like kilograms lost and BMI tell only part of the story. The next era of obesity trials demands evidence that goes underneath the lost kilos, evidence that ...

Smart exercise choices and adequate nutrition will help preserve muscle and the metabolic benefits that come with it ...

While my BMI and muscle mass were in healthy ranges, my body fat was not. The results encouraged me to add more weights at the gym and drink more water. If there was ever a time for me to scan my body ...

Weight loss drugs and bariatric surgery may work differently, but they lead to surprisingly similar results inside the body.

Ageing is associated with significant alterations in skeletal muscle composition that not only contribute to declines in physical performance but may also impact overall quality of life and ...

Understanding your body goes well beyond a mere number on the scale. That's where DEXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) scans come. This low-dose X-ray measures bone density, muscle mass, and body ...

The number on the scale doesn’t reveal everything about your health. In an era dominated by smartwatches and fitness apps, tracking health has never been easier—or more confusing. The sheer volume of ...

Body composition is a key determinant of athletic performance and an essential parameter in the design of nutrition and training strategies. Traditionally, ...

A recent analysis of the SURPASS-3 trial unravels the impact of treatment with the drug tirzepatide on muscle volume and fat infiltration in individuals with type 2 diabetes. Published in The Lancet ...

Losing weight can be tricky. Gaining muscle isn’t exactly a walk in the park, either. So, losing weight and gaining muscle at the same time? Impossible, right? Not necessarily. Losing weight can be ...

Strength training can often seem complex, but this expert says these are the only 6 moves you need to do to target the ...