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health18 days ago•2 min saved

Obesity linked to 70% higher risk of severe infection, study finds

A Lancet analysis of more than 500,000 adults from Finland and the UK shows that obesity (BMI ≥30) raises the risk of being hospitalized for or dying from infectious diseases by about 70% versus those with a healthy weight, with obesity linked to roughly 11% of infection deaths globally and varying by country (about one in six in the UK, one in four in the US). The study suggests obesity may weaken immune defenses across infections such as flu, pneumonia, COVID-19 and gastroenteritis, and notes the need for policies that support healthy weight and vaccination; however, as it relies on observational data it cannot prove causality, and further research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms.

via The Guardian|

#bmi #health #infectious-diseases

health1 month ago•2 min saved

Excessive Gaming Linked to Diet, Sleep and Weight Issues Among University Students

A Nutrition study of over 300 Australian university students found that gaming more than 10 hours per week is tied to poorer diet quality, higher BMI (median ≈26.3 for heavy gamers vs ≈22 for low/moderate), and worse sleep. While low and moderate gamers cluster around healthier outcomes, the excessive gaming group shows clear health risks. The study is correlational, not causal, and researchers recommend taking breaks, avoiding late‑night sessions, and choosing healthier snacks to protect wellbeing.

via Gizmodo|

#bmi #diet #gaming

health1 month ago•3 min saved

Excessive Gaming Linked to Diet, Sleep, and Weight Issues

A study of 317 Australian university students found that those who game more than 10 hours per week (high gamers) had poorer diet quality, worse sleep, and higher BMI compared with low/moderate gamers. The study is observational and does not prove causation, but suggests excessive gaming may crowd out healthy habits. Researchers advise breaks, avoiding late-night sessions, and choosing healthier snacks to mitigate risks.

via GameSpot|

#bmi #diet #gaming

health1 month ago•3 min saved

Blood Caffeine Levels Linked to Body Fat and Diabetes Risk, Study Finds

A 2023 study suggests that higher caffeine levels in the blood, influenced by genetic factors, are associated with lower body fat and a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, though no link was found with cardiovascular diseases. The findings indicate potential benefits of caffeine in metabolism and weight management, but further research is needed to confirm causality and long-term effects.

via ScienceAlert|

#bmi #body-fat #caffeine

health2 months ago•3 min saved

Over 75% of US Adults Could Be Classified as Obese Under New Criteria

A new study suggests that using waist-based measurements alongside BMI could nearly double the estimated prevalence of obesity among U.S. adults, highlighting potential underestimation by BMI alone and emphasizing the need for revised diagnostic criteria.

via ABC News|

#bmi #health #obesity

health3 months ago•2 min saved

Waist-to-Height Ratio Surpasses BMI in Heart Disease Risk Prediction

New research shows that waist-to-height ratio is a more reliable predictor of heart disease risk than BMI, especially for individuals with a BMI under 30, by directly reflecting central obesity linked to cardiovascular issues.

via Medical Xpress|

#bmi #cardiovascular-risk #health

health4 months ago•2 min saved

Normal BMI Can Mask Hidden Belly Fat and Health Risks

Research shows that about 20% of people with a normal BMI actually have excess abdominal fat, which increases their risk of health problems like hypertension and diabetes. Doctors should consider using additional measurements like waist circumference alongside BMI to better assess health risks, as relying solely on BMI may overlook individuals with hidden obesity.

via Gizmodo|

#bmi #cardiometabolic-risk #health

health4 months ago•3 min saved

Hidden Body Fat Risks and Their Impact on Heart and Metabolic Health

A global study found that over 20% of adults with normal BMI have abdominal obesity, which significantly increases their risk of hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol, highlighting the limitations of BMI as a sole health indicator.

via Medical Xpress|

#abdominal-obesity #bmi #global-survey

health4 months ago•3 min saved

Majority of Americans Now Classified as Obese Under New Definition

A new definition of obesity in the US, incorporating additional measures beyond BMI, has dramatically increased the estimated prevalence from 40% to 70%, suggesting that many Americans are now classified as obese without weight gain, raising concerns about health risks and treatment approaches.

via tyla.com|

#anthropometric-measures #bmi #health

health4 months ago•4 min saved

70% of Americans Now Classified as Obese Under New Definition

A new definition of obesity that includes body fat distribution suggests that up to 70% of Americans may be obese, significantly higher than previous estimates, and highlights increased health risks even among those with normal BMI but excess abdominal fat.

via SciTechDaily|

#bmi #body-fat-distribution #health

health4 months ago•7 min saved

New Definition Could Label 70% of US Adults as Obese

A new obesity definition that includes waist measurements significantly increases the estimated prevalence of obesity in the US from 42.9% to 68.6%, revealing many individuals with dangerous belly fat despite normal BMI who face higher health risks. This shift could impact treatment guidelines and healthcare policies, especially for older adults and certain demographics.

via Study Finds|

#american-adults #bmi #health

health4 months ago•6 min saved

Nearly 70% of US Adults Now Classified as Obese Under New Definition

Mass General Brigham researchers report that a new definition of obesity, which includes measures of body fat distribution beyond BMI, suggests that up to 70% of US adults may be obese, significantly higher than previous estimates, and that this group faces increased health risks such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

via WCVB|

#bmi #body-fat-distribution #health

health4 months ago•4 min saved

70% of U.S. Adults Now Classified as Obese Under New Definition

A new definition of obesity that includes measures of body fat distribution suggests that up to 70% of U.S. adults may be obese, significantly higher than previous estimates based solely on BMI, with implications for health risk assessment and treatment strategies.

via Mass General Brigham|

#bmi #body-fat-distribution #health

health4 months ago•3 min saved

New Definition Reveals 70% of U.S. Adults as Obese

A new, broader definition of obesity suggests nearly 70% of US adults would be classified as obese, significantly higher than the traditional BMI-based estimate of 43%, highlighting potential underestimation of health risks and the need for revised health strategies.

via The Guardian|

#bmi #health #new-definition

health4 months ago•2 min saved

Study Reveals Sharp Rise in Obesity Rates Among U.S. Adults

A new study by Mass General Brigham shows a significant increase in U.S. adults meeting the expanded definition of obesity, which now includes measures of body fat distribution, raising concerns about the prevalence and health risks associated with excess body fat.

via Boston.com|

#anthropometric-measures #bmi #body-fat