Beyond BMI: global commission proposes new way to diagnose obesity
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Beyond BMI: global commission proposes new way to diagnose obesity

January 16, 2025 3:04 am
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WEB DESK: Doctors worldwide should diagnose obesity differently, relying on broader criteria and taking into account when the condition causes ill-health, according to a new framework drawn up by experts and endorsed by 76 medical organisations internationally. At the moment, clinicians use BMI or body mass index to diagnose obesity,

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Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of depression: study
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Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of depression: study

December 7, 2024 7:08 am
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According to a study conducted by NutriNet Brasil, the odds among people having the most intake of ultra-processed foods for developing any depressive symptoms are significantly high: 42 per cent increase as against individuals who had the lowest intake.

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Study: global life expectancy to rise, obesity & health risks loom
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Study: global life expectancy to rise, obesity & health risks loom

May 18, 2024 8:14 pm
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LONDON – New research forecasts a rise in global life expectancy over the next three decades, with significant gains anticipated in Africa. However, rising obesity and other health factors are expected to increase the burden of poor health. Life Expectancy Predictions According to the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and

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