Monitoring your health begins with understanding your body composition, and one of the simplest ways to do that is by using a BMI calculator.

Donna Christiano Campisano is a freelance writer specializing in women and children's health issues. She has written for numerous consumer publications and websites, including Parents, Woman’s Day, ...

As an editor and writer who has contributed to many national and local publications, Nicole Gregory enjoys communicating clearly on critical health topics so that readers can make informed choices for ...

If you wonder how your body sizes up to others your age, it can help to compare to the average weight and height of teenagers. Keep in mind there are several factors that affect the average weight of ...

Like many new parents, you might be wondering if your baby is growing at a healthy rate. Questions like "What is the average newborn weight?" or "How much should a 1-year-old weigh?" are common. While ...

The Marine Corps has strict height and weight standards. However, it is considered acceptable not to meet the height and weight standards as long as you meet the service's body fat standards. Now, a ...