Ads and social media influencers have been singing the praises of full-body MRIs recently. People who recommend these scans ...

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.

There are various types of body composition tests (more on these below). Still, each one measures the percentages of fat and fat-free mass (muscle and bone) in the body. Knowing these percentages can ...

Your urine colour offers vital health clues, often overlooked. While pale yellow indicates good hydration, darker shades can ...

Scientists are uncovering a surprising link between hidden tooth infections and blood sugar problems. Deep infections around ...

GeekWire chronicles the Pacific Northwest startup scene. Sign up for our weekly startup newsletter, and check out the GeekWire funding tracker and VC directory. by Taylor Soper on Aug 29, 2024 at 2:00 ...

The shift from PCOS to PMOS changes that understanding in an important way. It tells women that this is not just about ...

When it comes to measuring weight, BMI is the acronym everyone loves to hate. Health professionals have long used body mass index as a quick screening tool to fast-track certain patients into a “code ...

Punishing regimens of facial exercises. Intentional starvation. Reshaping the jawline or cheekbones by smashing them with a hammer or chisel. These are some of the more extreme behaviors in a practice ...

It’s flossophy 101 — healthy gums for a healthier you. Most people focus on their teeth when brushing, but strong gums are essential for overall well-being. “Gum health isn’t just about supporting ...

This is the first post in a series. Quite often, body image is discussed as if it were an issue that resides in and belongs only to the individual person. And because it is often seen as a personal ...