BMI, obesity

Is obesity a disease or a risk factor for disease? In medical circles – and outside of them – the question is contentious, ...
A new framework endorsed by 76 medical organizations proposes a revised method for diagnosing obesity. Experts suggest using ...
A new Lancet report calls for redefining obesity labeling BMI alone as unreliable Learn about the proposed categories and a more precise approach to diagnosis and care ...
The BMI, a weight-to-height ratio, has been criticised as too simplistic as it cannot distinguish between fat and muscle mass ...
The Lancet Global Commission report recommends a revised method for diagnosing obesity beyond just BMI. This approach ...
Learn how your BMI can help identify if your obesity poses serious health risks and what steps to take for better outcomes.
A new definition of obesity could help people with excess weight better understand the health risks they now face and ...
Obesity is now understood as a condition that affects the functions of organs and tissues, leading to complications such as ...