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Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measure that relates body weight to height. BMI is sometimes used to measure total body fat and whether a person is a healthy weight. Excess body fat is linked to an increased risk of some diseases including heart disease and some cancers.

One size does not fit all when to comes to dieting

The POUNDS Lost study found that while different diets yield similar average weight loss, individual responses vary significantly, highlighting the need for personalized dietary approaches.

23 Jul 2024

COVID vaccines and infections in early pregnancy show no increased risk of birth defects in large Nordic study

Research on 343,066 infants across Denmark, Sweden, and Norway shows no increased risk of congenital anomalies from COVID-19 infections or vaccinations during the first trimester. The study confirms safety, supporting vaccination recommendations for pregnant women.

22 Jul 2024

Women with endometriosis have a significantly increased ovarian cancer risk, study finds

Researchers from the United States of America investigated the potential association between different subtypes of endometriosis and the incidence of ovarian cancer.

22 Jul 2024

Living near greenspace in midlife tied to slower cognitive decline in older age

The association between midlife residential greenness and cognitive decline.

22 Jul 2024

Could taking vinegar every day help reduce depression?

In a recent study, daily vinegar ingestion significantly improved depression scores in overweight, healthy adults over four weeks, potentially due to enhanced niacin metabolism.

21 Jul 2024

Weight loss reduces risky decisions and boosts mood in highly obese individuals, study finds

Researchers examine how significant weight loss in highly obese individuals influences their metabolism, psychological state, and decision-making processes.

21 Jul 2024

Early adulthood obesity linked to adverse heart outcomes in later life, study finds

A study published in the European Heart Journal reveals that fat accumulation in early or mid-adulthood adversely impacts heart structure and function in individuals aged 60-64, highlighting the importance of managing adiposity throughout life.

21 Jul 2024

Research highlights green tea's potential role in improving ovarian cancer outcomes

The association between pre-diagnosis tea and coffee consumption and survival rates in women diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

18 Jul 2024

Research highlights importance of dietary education to combat rising childhood obesity rates

The artificial sweetener content of children's commonly consumed food products.

18 Jul 2024

Long-term air pollution exposure doubles psoriasis risk, study finds

Long-term exposure to air pollution and genetic predisposition significantly increase the risk of developing psoriasis, highlighting the roles of both environmental and genetic factors.

17 Jul 2024

Tinnitus linked to obesity and body composition in men, study finds

Study finds a significant link between tinnitus and body composition, particularly highlighting higher obesity-related inflammation in men as a potential factor.

17 Jul 2024

Drinking coffee daily linked to decreased PCOS risk

A recent study reveals that daily coffee consumption significantly reduces the risk of developing PCOS symptoms. Women who drank two cups of coffee daily were at a 70% lower risk of PCOS.

17 Jul 2024

Early adult weight gain linked to poor heart health in later life, study finds

People who gain excess weight from their 20s onwards have less healthy hearts by the time they are in their 60s, according to research published in the European Heart Journal today (Wednesday).

16 Jul 2024

Overactive bladder prevalence in US men spikes by 28% over 15 years, study reveals

Researchers found that the prevalence of overactive bladder among US men increased significantly from 11.3% in 2005 to 14.5% in 2020, particularly affecting older men, non-Hispanic Whites, non-Hispanic Blacks, and those who are overweight or obese.

16 Jul 2024

Accurate adiposity measurements key to tackling obesity-related diseases, study finds

Accurate adiposity assessment is critical for understanding obesity-related disease risks, but current clinical measurement methods have significant limitations.

16 Jul 2024

Massive weight loss improves metabolism, mood, and decision-making in obese individuals

People who are severely overweight (obese) not only exhibit altered risk behavior, but also changes in their metabolism and psyche.

16 Jul 2024

Bowel movement frequency is linked to long-term health, study suggests

Everybody poops, but not every day. New research by the Institute for Systems Biology (ISB) suggests bowel movement frequency is linked to long-term health.

16 Jul 2024

Does being obese or overweight reduce semen quality?

Researchers in China found significant associations between obesity and reduced semen quality in men, with the greatest declines in those with severe obesity. The study emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy weight for male reproductive health.

16 Jul 2024

Sleep duration, chronotype, and lifestyle affect cognitive decline

Researchers explore the impact of lifestyle and health conditions on the prevalence and incidence of cognitive decline.

15 Jul 2024

Twincretin drug Tirzepatide shows unmatched efficacy in weight loss and diabetes management

Tirzepatide, a novel twincretin drug, significantly improves weight loss and glycemic control in obese and type 2 diabetes patients, outperforming traditional treatments in clinical trials.

15 Jul 2024

Body Mass Index (BMI) News and Research

Further Reading

One size does not fit all when to comes to dieting

COVID vaccines and infections in early pregnancy show no increased risk of birth defects in large Nordic study

Women with endometriosis have a significantly increased ovarian cancer risk, study finds

Living near greenspace in midlife tied to slower cognitive decline in older age

Could taking vinegar every day help reduce depression?

Weight loss reduces risky decisions and boosts mood in highly obese individuals, study finds

Early adulthood obesity linked to adverse heart outcomes in later life, study finds

Research highlights green tea's potential role in improving ovarian cancer outcomes

Research highlights importance of dietary education to combat rising childhood obesity rates

Long-term air pollution exposure doubles psoriasis risk, study finds

Tinnitus linked to obesity and body composition in men, study finds

Drinking coffee daily linked to decreased PCOS risk

Early adult weight gain linked to poor heart health in later life, study finds

Overactive bladder prevalence in US men spikes by 28% over 15 years, study reveals

Accurate adiposity measurements key to tackling obesity-related diseases, study finds

Massive weight loss improves metabolism, mood, and decision-making in obese individuals

Bowel movement frequency is linked to long-term health, study suggests

Does being obese or overweight reduce semen quality?

Sleep duration, chronotype, and lifestyle affect cognitive decline

Twincretin drug Tirzepatide shows unmatched efficacy in weight loss and diabetes management

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