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BMI is B-A-D, a new study suggests. Here’s a better way to measure weight
BMI, or body mass index, is an outdated measurement that fails to properly identify health risks, according to a new study.
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BMI is BAD, a new study suggests. Here’s a better way to measure weight | CNN - CNN International
BMI, or body mass index, is an outdated measurement that fails to properly identify health risks, according to a new study. Measuring body fat may be just as easy.
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BMI is B-A-D, a new study suggests. Here’s a better way to measure weight - KRDO
In BMI world, a body mass between 18.5 and 24.9 is a healthy weight, between 25 and 29.9 is overweight, between 30 and 34.9 is obese, between 35 and 39.9 is class 2 obesity, and anything greater ...
Study shows BMI's weakness as a predictor of future health
A new University of Florida Health study shows that body mass index, or BMI—commonly used to measure obesity and health ...
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BMI is BAD, a new study suggests. Here’s a better way to measure weight - News Channel 3-12
In BMI world, a body mass between 18.5 and 24.9 is a healthy weight, between 25 and 29.9 is overweight, between 30 and 34.9 is obese, between 35 and 39.9 is class 2 obesity, and anything greater ...
Machine-learning model can reliably predict cognitive performance based on lifestyle indicators
A new study offers insight into the health and lifestyle indicators—including diet, physical activity and weight—that align ...
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Beyond body mass index: rethinking doctors’ advice for weight loss
Doctors should provide high quality, evidence based care reflecting individual preferences and needs, regardless of weight, argue Juan Franco and colleagues Doctors have traditionally recommended ...
US Med-Equip Supports Hospitals With Bariatric Breakthroughs as Obesity Rates Climb Nationwide
US Med-Equip (USME) is supporting hospitals nationwide with bariatric beds, Advanced WAVE ® therapeutic surfaces, lifts, ...