THE size of a person’s waist may provide a clue to their likelihood of developing cancer, a new study reveals. It found both men and women carrying excess weight around the waistline increased their ...

Whether you’re ordering a new pair of denim, a fancy dress, or a plain t-shirt, knowing your correct measurements ensures you’ll have the perfect fit. When shopping online, that means fewer returns ...

Experts believe measuring waist circumference is a more accurate way to predict cancer risk in men - Tim Platt/Digital Vision The size of a man’s waistband is a better predictor of cancer risk than ...

A study found that waist size is a better cancer risk predictor for men compared to BMI, with an extra 4 inches increasing risk by 25 per cent. If you are a man, your waist size could be a better ...

ROME — Skip the bathroom scale. Scientists say a simple tape measure around your waist might be the best predictor of how your body will hold up as you get older. A study of nearly 11,000 people found ...

The circumference of a man's waist is a better predictor of his risk of developing type 2 diabetes than his body mass index (BMI), which is a weight-to-height ratio, or waist-to-hip ratio alone. This ...