Should the body roundness index replace BMI?

For decades, the body mass index (BMI) has been used by physicians as a quick and simple way to assess whether a patient’s weight presents a health risk for this purpose, with calculations based on height and weight. However, despite its convenience, BMI has faced increasing criticism, and recent research suggests that the body roundness […]

40pct of cops in Terengganu may be 'unfit' for promotion

nst.com.my - 03/Feb 15:04

KUALA BERANG: Some 40 per cent of 3,900 policemen and support staff in Terengganu have a body mass index (BMI) that disqualifies them from promotion,...

Decline in BMI, Waist Circumference Seen in Decade Before Dementia

drugs.com - 17:01

FRIDAY, Feb. 7, 2025 -- Lower body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference and higher high-density lipoprotein are seen in the decade preceding...

Moving away from BMI, experts propose a new definition for obesity

businessmirror.com.ph - 29/Jan 16:02

A group of global experts is proposing a new way to define and diagnose obesity, reducing the emphasis on the controversial body mass index and...

Lizzo Hits Weight Loss Goal, Shows Off Figure in New Selfie: ‘I Did It’

thissongissosick.com - 26/Jan 05:10

Lizzo revealed she reached her weight loss goal and significantly reduced her body fat percentage. On Saturday (Jan. 25), Lizzo posted on Instagram...

Fasting Glucose, Age, Male Sex, BMI All Linked to Diabetes Development

drugs.com - 29/Jan 16:01

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 29, 2025 -- Fasting plasma glucose (FPG), age, body mass index (BMI), and male sex are all associated with development of diabetes,...

‘Radical overhaul’ obesity diagnosis

desang.net - 06/Feb 11:04

A Lancet Commission has proposed a radical overhaul of the actual diagnosis of obesity in order to improve global healthcare by classifying it as...

‘Not fit for purpose’ reading test scrapped for new phonics-based check

smh.com.au - 06/Feb 18:00

A mandatory reading ability test for Victoria’s prep and year 1 pupils that faced criticism over its suitability is being scrapped at the end of...

US Aid Cut Will Deepen Rohingya Crisis – OpEd

eurasiareview.com - 02/Feb 00:20

By Dr. Azeem Ibrahim In a world increasingly defined by humanitarian crises, the US has long been a beacon of hope for those suffering from...

India’s Rising Power Force – Analysis

eurasiareview.com - 03/Feb 00:50

India celebrated its 75th year as a sovereign democratic republic on January 26. It now emerges as the power that has come of age, with its fast...

Pellegatti presents calculations for the results Milan need to get into the top four

sempremilan.com - 05/Feb 18:10

By: Oliver Fisher Carlo Pellegatti has provided his calculations on what he thinks AC Milan need from their remaining 16 league games in order to get...

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