MRI Scans Reveal Potential Brain Damage in Children with Obesity Childhood obesity not only poses risks to physical health but also leaves destructive traces in the brain, according to a study utilizing MRI scans. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that approximately one in five children in the United States is obese, …
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CDC Updates Tool to Aid Childhood Obesity Treatment The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has introduced broader growth charts to assist in the treatment of children with severe obesity. Childhood obesity is a significant and escalating issue in the United States, affecting nearly 20% of children and adolescents aged 2 to 19. The …
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Body Mass Index: Shifting Focus to Comprehensive Health Assessment Body mass index (BMI) has long been used as a standard measure of health by medical professionals. However, recent policy changes by the American Medical Association (AMA) and England’s National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice) have cautioned against relying solely on BMI for clinical …
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The BMI of Professional Cyclists Teeters on the Edge of Health Professional cycling is an intense sport that demands peak physical performance from its athletes. One of the ways that performance is measured is through body mass index (BMI), a metric that takes into account a person’s weight and height to determine their body fat …
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Daughters have a higher risk of becoming overweight Daughters have a higher risk of becoming overweight or obese than sons if their mother is overweight or obese, according to a new study published in the journal BMJ Open. The study, which analyzed data from over 16,000 parent-child pairs, found that daughters whose mothers were overweight …
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Our BMI or English proficiency now determines our position on the social ladder A publication by the SCP (Social and Cultural Planning Office of the Netherlands) that highlights how factors such as body mass index (BMI) and English language proficiency can impact an individual’s social status. The article discusses how traditionally, socio-economic status (SES) has …
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Healthy BMI Doesn’t Necessarily Mean You’re Truly Healthy, Researchers from the University of Iowa have recently published a study in the American Medical Association’s Jama Network Open, revealing that having a healthy BMI (Body Mass Index) may not necessarily mean that you’re truly healthy, especially for middle-aged women. The study, which involved a large sample …
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The Role of BMI and English Proficiency in Social Stratification Apart from traditional indicators such as income, education, and occupation, recent studies have shown that body mass index (BMI) and English proficiency are also becoming influential factors in social stratification. In today’s society, various factors play a role in determining an individual’s social status. Apart …
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Overweight More Unhealthy Than Previously Thought: BMI Measurement Error Masked the Severity Overweight and obesity are significant health concerns worldwide, with numerous studies linking them to various chronic health conditions. Introduction Overweight and obesity are significant health concerns worldwide, with numerous studies linking them to various chronic health conditions. Body mass index (BMI) is commonly …
The Link Between Caffeine, Lower BMI, and Reduced Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Caffeine, a naturally occurring stimulant found in various foods and beverages, has been a subject of scientific research for its potential health effects. Recent studies have shown that caffeine intake may be associated with a lower body mass index (BMI) and a …
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