Radical new proposal from 58 medical experts would decenter BMI from obesity diagnosis
Over one billion people in the world are estimated to have obesity. Some experts believe its treatment and diagnosis need a ...
Obesity won't be solely defined by BMI under new plan for diagnosis by global experts
A group of global experts is proposing a new way to define and diagnose obesity, reducing the emphasis on the controversial ...
Six issues with BMI and the UK’s current obesity definition
In a new report, global health experts are urging that we redefine the measurements used to determine whether someone is ...
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Stop Relying On BMI As Only Measure of Obesity, Says Lancet Report: ‘Fit People Likely Ruled Overweight’
The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology Commission, made up of more than 50 experts, has called for a ‘radical overhaul’ in how ...
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Higher dietary fatty acid intake linked to increased kidney stone risk
Research reveals links between dietary fatty acids and kidney stone risk, highlighting the need for targeted dietary ...
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France: Harvest of Menton lemons, renowned for their sweetness and gastronomic excellence
Pierre Ciabaud, a local producer, picked lemons today at his Domaines des 4 Vents estate in Menton, located on the Italian ...
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Redefining obesity: advancing care for better lives
The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology published its Commission on the definition and diagnostic criteria of clinical obesity.
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Think You’re Healthy? Science Says This Is A Better Marker Than BMI
BMI stands for body mass index. It’s a calculation of your height relatively to your weight, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). BMI is generally classified into ...
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Think you’re healthy? Science says this is a better marker than BMI
(V stands for “volume” while “O2” is for oxygen.) BMI stands for body mass index. It’s a calculation of your height relatively to your weight, according to the Centers for Disease ...
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Fitness is far more important than weight for living a healthy life
Aerobic fitness outweighs weight for better health and longevity. Regular exercise significantly reduces health risks and ...
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Think You're Healthy? Science Says This Is How You Should Measure It
BMI stands for body mass index. It’s a calculation of your height relatively to your weight, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). BMI is generally classified into ...