The severe form of poor body image is body dysmorphic disorder, where dissatisfaction over a slight or undetectable defect in appearance becomes a severe obsession. The Dangers of Negative Body ...

Body dysmorphic disorder involves a preoccupation with perceived defects or flaws in one’s physical appearance. The person believes that these flaws make them look unattractive or abnormal ...

There are two reasons you might want a body camera, or body-worn camera. The first and most well-known is the protection of law enforcement and security personnel – or virtually anyone else – by ...

Body composition refers to the distribution of fat, muscle, bone, and other tissues that make up your body. It is often expressed as the percentage of total body weight that consists of fat and/or ...

We all know the occasional feeling of being nervous, shy, or, well, anxious in a social situation, such as when meeting someone new or making a big presentation. That’s normal, and most people ...

The overall average body fat percentage in the United States is about 39.9% for women and 28.1% for men, so below these amounts would technically be “below average.” However, most people in the United ...

We break down the history behind BMI and how body fat percentage relates to your health. Read more to get a better understanding on why BMI is out and better ways to determine your health status.

As an enthusiast of the “body shower” (a.k.a. washing everything but my hair) and someone who has especially dry skin, I’ve spent a great deal of time shopping for just the right body wash.

I’ve never been a huge fan of slathering my arms and legs with heavy creams. Instead, I prefer body cream’s lighter alternative, body oil, which absorbs quickly, locks in moisture, and leaves ...

The treatment plan for BED depends on the causes and severity of the eating disorder, and individual goals. Treatment options may target binge eating behaviors, excess weight, body image ...