All articles tagged with #cardiometabolic risk
New evidence shows waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) outperforms body mass index (BMI) for predicting cardiometabolic disease and mortality, with large studies and the US military adopting WHtR-based criteria; while BMI remains useful for population trends, WHtR better reflects abdominal fat and health risk across ages, potentially reshaping obesity assessment.
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.
A genetic study shows that perturbation of IL-6 signaling, mimicking IL-6 inhibition, is associated with reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and certain infections, supporting IL-6 as a promising therapeutic target for cardiometabolic conditions, while also highlighting potential safety concerns.
A study presented at NUTRITION 2025 found that higher blood levels of linoleic acid, primarily found in seed oils like soybean and corn oil, are associated with lower inflammation and reduced risk factors for heart disease and type 2 diabetes, challenging claims that seed oils are harmful.