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A Better Alternative to BMI: Embracing a ‘Roundness’-Based System

A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) suggests that a new body measurement called Body Roundness Index (BRI) may be a more accurate way to assess health compared...
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Exploring Fatphobia: Ivy League Course on Politics of Fatness

Brown University is offering a summer course called the "Politics of Fatness," which focuses on exploring the concept of "fatphobia." The course, titled "The F-Word: Examining the Science, Culture, and Politics of Fatness," aims...
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More young people are having strokes. A doctor shares 3 ways to help prevent...

Ways to Prevent Strokes in Young PeopleOver the last ten years, there has been a concerning increase in the number of young adults experiencing strokes, as per recent data from the CDC. A neurologist...