BMI, obesity

Why BMI is not the obesity measurement we need
A global group of experts has suggested a new approach to diagnosing and treating obesity that does not rely solely on the much-contested body mass index (BMI).
Beyond BMI: global commission proposes new way to diagnose obesity
Doctors worldwide should diagnose obesity differently, relying on broader criteria and taking into account when the condition causes ill-health, according to a new framework drawn up by experts and endorsed by 76 medical organizations internationally.
Experts Propose a New Definition of Obesity—and It Goes Beyond BMI
Fact checked by Nick Blackmer A new report argues that body mass index or BMI is not the most accurate way to define obesity.BMI is only a measure of a person’s weight and height and does not account for muscle mass.
Say Bye to Just BMI: Experts Call for a Major Shift in How We Measure Obesity
An international and widely supported group of experts is pushing doctors to avoid the exclusive use of BMI to decide whether someone has obesity, alongside other major changes.
A New Perspective on Diagnosing Obesity: Challenging the BMI Standard
The Lancet Global Commission report recommends a revised method for diagnosing obesity beyond just BMI. This approach includes using measures like waist circumference and waist-to-hip ratio. The study introduces 'clinical' and 'pre-clinical' obesity categories for accurate diagnosis and resource allocation,
Report: Obesity needs redefinition — BMI shouldn’t be used as measure of health
“We recommend that BMI should be used only as a surrogate measure of health risk at a population level, for epidemiological studies, or for screening purposes, rather than as an individual measure of health,” the report reads.
Why this doctor says BMI shouldn't be used to diagnose obesity
Dr. Lesley Lutes from UBC Okanagan says body mass index (BMI) is a one-size-fits-all approach to looking at one's weight, and that doctors should look at where fat is located in the human body before diagnosing weight disorders.
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. adults were considered obese between August 2021 and August 2023.
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Obesity assessment? Don’t just go by body mass index
BMI provides only a single value; genetic predisposition & lifestyle factors also largely contribute to obesity in humans ...
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Beyond BMI: New framework redefines obesity
Is obesity a disease or a risk factor for disease? In medical circles – and outside of them – the question is contentious, ...
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How your BMI can reveal if your obesity is life-threatening
Learn how your BMI can help identify if your obesity poses serious health risks and what steps to take for better outcomes.
New obesity benchmark adds body fat, organ health to BMI
The BMI, a weight-to-height ratio, has been criticised as too simplistic as it cannot distinguish between fat and muscle mass ...
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New obesity guidelines in India: BMI alone isn't enough, experts say
Traditionally BMI was used to define obesity, but a team of doctors redefined obesity based on the Indian population.
Rethinking obesity: a new approach to diagnosis and treatment
Over 75 medical organisations worldwide have endorsed the new definitions, reflecting a growing consensus for reform.
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