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, ...

The average weight for men in the United States is just under 200 pounds. Diet, activity level, and genetics are key factors that affect your weight. A healthy weight depends on your body type, height ...

A healthy weight can depend on many factors, including your age, sex, muscle mass, bone mass, and lifestyle. Some measures, like body mass index (BMI), do not take all of these measures into account.

Applying for health insurance policy and wondering why insurers keep asking about your height and weight? They're calculating your BMI. And that number matters way more than most people think. Here's ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. When it comes to achieving a healthy body weight, some men ...