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.

Waist circumference is the strongest predictor of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and its progression to steatohepatitis and liver stiffness in both the general adult ...

At some point in our lives, we've all wished to have toned, chiselled abs. Some of us have worked hard, but the journey has been challenging, we'd all agree. But apart from the aesthetic appeal, your ...

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) ...

When it comes to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease complications, it is waist that matters, not the weight, according to a recent study. These are the 6 signs and symptoms of liver damage. The study ...

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, ...

Health experts are now looking beyond the scale, placing greater importance on waist size for women's health assessments. A waist measurement of over 35 inches can serve as a warning sign for ...

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 ...