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Groundbreaking study reveals why BMI fails millions daily
New research exposes critical flaws in BMI measurements, as medical experts advocate for more accurate and inclusive methods ...
BMI has its flaws. Is the ‘body roundness index’ any better?
New research points to a better way to measure obesity than body mass index. Body mass index was first developed in 1832 and ...
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BMI, one of the most popular ways of telling if you're a healthy weight, is bogus. Here's what to use instead.
It has been updated to reflect the findings of a new report. Chances are, a doctor has at one point measured your Body Mass Index to check if you are a healthy weight. But a new report suggests ...
Are you really obese? Experts challenge BMI as only measure of obesity, propose new guidelines for better health
A new report from global experts calls for redefining obesity beyond the traditional body mass index (BMI) measurement. The ...
Men's Health9mon
Doctors Say Obesity Is Being Over-Diagnosed, This Measurement Could Be Better than BMI
It's widely recognised that BMI (Body Mass Index) isn't always the most accurate predictor of health, especially for individuals with athletic builds. However, despite its limitations, BMI has ...
New report proposes redefining obesity by adding body fat and health status to BMI
New guidance from a team of health experts around the world proposes expanding the definition of obesity beyond the popular ...
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India's obesity guidelines updated after 15 years: What's changed?
Indian doctors have redefined obesity with new guidelines that consider the unique health challenges faced by the population.