We’re binning BMI for BRI – our scores say we’re obese but they’re wrong, we’re just curvy with hips and boobs
WHILE curvy or voluptuous are seen as compliments, no woman EVER wants to be described as “round”. But scientists now suggest ...
208 million Americans are classified as obese or overweight, according to new study on 132 data sources
Nearly half of adolescents and three-quarters of adults in the U.S. were classified as being clinically overweight or obese ...
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New study highlights the importance of BMI in disease pathogenesis
New study from /Amgen highlights the importance of BMI in pathogenesis of disease, suggesting that reducing BMI alone could lower the risk of several diseases.
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Glycemic Index Calculator
A Glycemic Index (GI) Calculator is a tool that helps individuals assess the impact of various foods on blood sugar levels. Users can determine their GI values, aiding in the selection of low ...
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Risk of post-COVID symptoms linked to body mass index in children
A study by the University of Pennsylvania and researchers from 26 U.S. children's hospitals has linked elevated body mass index (BMI) to a significantly higher risk of developing post-acute ...
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Higher body mass index is associated with smaller brain volume, study finds
On average, each participant had five clinical assessments during the study period, which included measurements of body mass index and brain imaging. The average participant age was 55, and 44% of the ...
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BMI Is Problematic. Is the Body Roundness Index Any Better?
If the term body mass index (BMI) sends a shudder of anxiety ... from one to 15 (although this varies depending on the exact calculator you use) — although most people score between one and ...