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health1 hour ago•6 min saved

Obesity Redefined: BMI Alone May Miss Many Cases

Using an updated obesity definition that accounts for excess body fat and related organ dysfunction, a new study suggests BMI alone may miss many cases and could reclassify a substantial share of U.S. adults as obese. While this approach highlights the need for broader measures like waist circumference, experts caution against overcounting since non-obesity causes can raise fat-related risk and BMI remains a practical starting point for screening, with implications for earlier treatment.

via The New York Times|

#bmi #health #obesity

health2 months ago•5 min saved

Waist size outdoes BMI in predicting heart failure risk, study finds

A Jackson Heart Study analysis found that waist circumference and waist-to-height ratio—measures of central obesity—predicted future heart failure risk, while BMI did not; higher systemic inflammation (hs-CRP) partially mediated this link (about 25–29%), suggesting fat distribution and inflammation drive risk; the study's limitations include a single-site African-American cohort and pending peer review; implications point to prioritizing central obesity and inflammation management through lifestyle changes to reduce heart failure risk.

via Medical News Today|

#central-obesity #health #heart-failure

health7 months ago•2 min saved

Normal BMI Can Mask Hidden Belly Fat and Health Risks

Research shows that about 20% of people with a normal BMI actually have excess abdominal fat, which increases their risk of health problems like hypertension and diabetes. Doctors should consider using additional measurements like waist circumference alongside BMI to better assess health risks, as relying solely on BMI may overlook individuals with hidden obesity.

via Gizmodo|

#bmi #cardiometabolic-risk #health

health7 months ago•7 min saved

New Definition Could Label 70% of US Adults as Obese

A new obesity definition that includes waist measurements significantly increases the estimated prevalence of obesity in the US from 42.9% to 68.6%, revealing many individuals with dangerous belly fat despite normal BMI who face higher health risks. This shift could impact treatment guidelines and healthcare policies, especially for older adults and certain demographics.

via Study Finds|

#american-adults #bmi #health

health2 years ago•6 min saved

The Surprising Truth About BMI and Early Death

A new study suggests that being overweight, as defined by the body mass index (BMI), may not be associated with an increased risk of early death when considered separately from other health issues. The study found that BMI is a poor indicator of mortality risk and should be supplemented with additional measures such as waist circumference and weight trajectory. However, experts caution that the study's limitations make it difficult to determine if the findings are solely due to BMI or other factors. They also emphasize that excess weight is still linked to a higher risk of developing multiple health conditions, which can adversely affect quality of life.

via CNN|

#bmi #health #health-risk

health3 years ago•3 min saved

"Medical Experts Challenge BMI's Accuracy and Racial Bias in Assessing Health and Weight"

The American Medical Association (AMA) has adopted a new policy that clarifies the limitations of using the body mass index (BMI) as a measure of health. The AMA called out the test's racial bias and advised that doctors use other tests, such as waist circumference, body composition, and genetic factors, in conjunction with BMI. The AMA recognizes issues with using BMI as a measurement due to its historical harm, its use for racist exclusion, and because BMI is based primarily on data collected from previous generations of non-Hispanic white populations.

via Yahoo News|

#american-medical-association #bmi #health