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 women in the United States is about 170 pounds, and the average height is 5 feet 3 inches. While these numbers provide a general snapshot of the national average, they don't ...

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 ...

If your waist is greater than 35 inches (for women) or 40 inches (for men), you have an increased risk of heart disease and ...

The most asked question from future BUD/S candidates is: "Should I gain weight or lose weight prior to BUD/S?" The more complete version of that question is: "For each of the average heights that join ...

Watching your baby girl grow is one of the most joyful experiences of parenthood. Between 12 to 24 months, she begins to move from infancy into early childhood, which is a stage full of physical, ...