Rethinking obesity: a new approach to diagnosis and treatment
Over 75 medical organisations worldwide have endorsed the new definitions, reflecting a growing consensus for reform.
Experts propose new definition for obesity
Under recommendations released recently, obesity would no longer be defined solely by BMI (body mass index), a calculation of height and weight, but combined with other measurements, such as waist ...
Being in shape is better for longevity than being thin, new study shows
A comprehensive review found that being out of shape greatly increased the risk of dying prematurely — regardless of age or ...
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Study: GLP-1s ‘hold promise’ for treating a wide range of diseases and health outcomes
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist use corresponded with risk reductions for dozens of diseases and adverse health ...
Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic could also help fight dementia but raise other health risks, study says
The study also suggested that Ozempic and similar drugs can lead to an increase in the risk of nausea and vomiting, as well as arthritis and low blood pressure that can lead to fainting. In the study, ...
BMI is wrong way to measure obesity, researchers say — here’s what they recommend instead
The condition is better measured by looking at factors like inflammation, insulin resistance, and glucose tolerance, ...
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