Rethinking Obesity: Expert Report Suggests BMI Overhaul with Body Fat and Health Status
2025-01-14
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A new report from a global team of health experts proposes a significant shift in how we define obesity, moving beyond the traditional body mass index (BMI) measure to include body fat and overall health status. This updated definition aims to provide a more accurate assessment of health risks, taking into account the limitations of BMI. By incorporating body fat and health status, the new approach seeks to improve diagnosis and treatment of obesity-related health issues, such as diabetes and heart disease. With obesity rates on the rise, this revised definition could have a major impact on public health strategies and weight loss initiatives, including healthy eating and exercise plans.
