Wellnessfromwww.npr.org10 months agoStep aside BMI, body composition tests are on the rise. Here's what to knowBody composition scans provide more accurate health metrics compared to BMI, motivating individuals to track progress and make informed decisions.
fromBusiness Insider3 months agoWellnessI got a body composition analysis, which shows my muscle-to-body fat ratio. It shocked me into changing my diet and gym routine.Body composition analysis provides deeper insights into health compared to BMI alone, highlighting areas for improvement like body fat percentage.
Wellnessfromwww.npr.org10 months agoStep aside BMI, body composition tests are on the rise. Here's what to knowBody composition scans provide more accurate health metrics compared to BMI, motivating individuals to track progress and make informed decisions.
fromBusiness Insider3 months agoWellnessI got a body composition analysis, which shows my muscle-to-body fat ratio. It shocked me into changing my diet and gym routine.Body composition analysis provides deeper insights into health compared to BMI alone, highlighting areas for improvement like body fat percentage.
US newsfromwww.npr.org3 months agoMove aside BMI: There's a better way to define obesity, commission findsA committee has proposed redefining obesity to include more metrics beyond BMI, aiming for a better assessment of body composition.
Wellnessfromwww.theguardian.com3 months agoAfter call to overhaul diagnosis of obesity, how can you tell if your weight is a problem?Obesity diagnosis needs to move beyond BMI, focusing on more accurate health assessments.
Wellnessfromwww.scientificamerican.com10 months agoPeople Who Are Fat and Healthy May Hold Keys to Understanding ObesityIdentifying people with metabolically healthy obesity challenges the assumption that obesity always leads to illness.
Digital lifefromwww.nytimes.com3 months agoNew Obesity Definition Challenges Current Use of B.M.I.Obesity should be assessed by body fat and medical complications, not just BMI.
fromwww.nature.com3 months agoWellnessBMI Sidelined in New Obesity Definition That Favors Health EvaluationA group of researchers advocates for a redefinition of obesity to better capture its complexity, moving beyond traditional BMI measurements.
fromNature3 months agoMedicineNew obesity definition sidelines BMI to focus on healthRethinking obesity definition by focusing on adiposity may improve understanding and treatment, moving beyond BMI's limitations.
US newsfromwww.npr.org3 months agoMove aside BMI: There's a better way to define obesity, commission findsA committee has proposed redefining obesity to include more metrics beyond BMI, aiming for a better assessment of body composition.
Wellnessfromwww.theguardian.com3 months agoAfter call to overhaul diagnosis of obesity, how can you tell if your weight is a problem?Obesity diagnosis needs to move beyond BMI, focusing on more accurate health assessments.
Wellnessfromwww.scientificamerican.com10 months agoPeople Who Are Fat and Healthy May Hold Keys to Understanding ObesityIdentifying people with metabolically healthy obesity challenges the assumption that obesity always leads to illness.
Digital lifefromwww.nytimes.com3 months agoNew Obesity Definition Challenges Current Use of B.M.I.Obesity should be assessed by body fat and medical complications, not just BMI.
fromwww.nature.com3 months agoWellnessBMI Sidelined in New Obesity Definition That Favors Health EvaluationA group of researchers advocates for a redefinition of obesity to better capture its complexity, moving beyond traditional BMI measurements.
fromNature3 months agoMedicineNew obesity definition sidelines BMI to focus on healthRethinking obesity definition by focusing on adiposity may improve understanding and treatment, moving beyond BMI's limitations.
philosophyfromApaonline5 months agoBMI Restrictions & Reproductive Justice in the "Ozempic Baby" EraBMI-based restrictions in fertility care perpetuate exclusion of marginalized groups, prompting ethical concerns regarding justice and equity in reproductive healthcare.
fromRAIN News7 months agoStartup companiesBMI takes legal action in royalty conflict with SiriusXMBMI's legal action against SiriusXM stems from failed negotiations over fair royalty fees for music creators.SiriusXM's previous royalty rates are considered outdated in light of their revenue growth and market evolution.
fromInsideHook7 months agoWellnessDoctors Are Exploring an Appealing Alternative to BMIThe Body Roundness Index (BRI) offers a more accurate health assessment than BMI by factoring in body shape and abdominal fat distribution.
fromBBC News11 months agoWellnessMillions more middle-aged are obese, study suggestsBMI is still valuable despite variations in suggested cut-off points.