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Women Can Gauge Age, Body Fat, and Testosterone from Men's Faces

Originally Published 2 months ago — by PsyPost

A Polish study found that women perceive men with lower body fat as more attractive, and facial masculinity correlates with higher testosterone and age. While initial links between facial appearance and health markers like cardiometabolic health were observed, these were explained by broader factors such as adiposity, age, and testosterone levels, suggesting facial cues reflect overall biological condition rather than specific health issues.

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Study Confirms BMI Effective for Assessing Kids' Body Fat

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Ars Technica

A study published in Pediatrics found that children and teens with high BMI are 29 times more likely to have high fat mass, suggesting BMI is a useful screening tool for adiposity despite its limitations. The study supports the continued use of BMI in pediatrics, emphasizing a person-centered approach for assessing health outcomes.

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