Want to measure body fat? This 2,000-year-old trick is better than BMI
Amid renewed criticism of the body mass index (BMI) as a diagnostic criterion for obesity, a 2,000-year-old technique used by ...
This body shape can raise your risk for colorectal cancer
An apple-shaped body, characterized by excess fat around the abdomen, increases the risk of serious health conditions such as heart disease, type 2 di ...
Losing Visceral Fat May Lower Your Dementia Risk, According to Research
Unlike subcutaneous fat that lies just beneath our skin, visceral fat accumulates around our internal abdominal organs, ...
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‘Every ageing man is at risk of prostate cancer’
Dr Ademola Oyekan consultant radiation and clinical oncologist at the Lagos State University (LASUTH) speaks with Gboyega Alaka on Prostate cancer, why it is rampant among people of black race, plus ...
Obesity won't be solely defined by BMI under new plan for diagnosis by global experts
New recommendations on how to define obesity would reduce the emphasis on body mass index and take into account health ...
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Proposal would ditch BMI for determining obesity
According to a September 2024 data brief from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 40.3 percent of U.S.
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BMI Calculator
What is a BMI calculator? How do I calculate my BMI? Benefits of a BMI calculator Body Mass Index (BMI), also known as an obesity indicator, can help medical experts determine if their patient is ...
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How to Lose Belly Fat by Eating Healthy: Tips for Men
Losing belly fat not only boosts your physical appearance but is also crucial for overall health. For men, embracing a ...