| 单词 | body mass index |
| 例句 | Food intake predicts body mass index according to a monotonically increasing relation. The Sense of Style 2014-09-04T00:00:00Z I was sure it was just about his body mass index or the tensile strength of his ligaments, but still, he had her ear and he wasn’t using it to talk me up. Liar, Liar 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z The asthma was under control, but the doctor alerted me to something else—Malia’s body mass index, a measure of health that factors together height, weight, and age, was beginning to creep up. Becoming 2018-11-13T00:00:00Z She is working on the hypothesis that some of the code that underpins genetic susceptibility to disordered eating is similar to that already identified as affecting body mass index. Genetic study of eating disorders could pave way for new treatment 2018-12-25T05:00:00Z Abdominal adiposity — excess stomach fat — is associated with increased mortality risk, regardless of body mass index. Some trainers tout HIIT as the best way to burn belly fat. Here’s what science says. 2020-12-14T05:00:00Z Episodes investigating the obesity epidemic and the problematic history of the body mass index led the podcast to its first million downloads on the listening app last month. Breaking Down the ‘Wellness-Industrial Complex,’ an Episode at a Time 2021-09-09T04:00:00Z But only 60% were technically obese, which is defined as a body mass index over 30. Being overweight – not just obese – kills millions a year, say experts 2017-06-12T04:00:00Z Then she opened the email and found out the real reason: Her body mass index, or BMI, was considered to be in the “obese” category. People are getting vaccinated due to their BMI. They have mixed feelings about it. 2021-03-08T05:00:00Z A persistent refrain is its view of the body mass index as an insidiously excessive criterion for health. | 'America the Beautiful 2': Darryl Roberts?s ?America the Beautiful 2? ? Review 2011-10-11T22:27:11Z Even within the hour, the records were brought up again only when Oz asked Trump if he’d like to drop a few pounds to improve his body mass index. Trump's Dr. Oz Appearance Was Startlingly Straightforward 2016-09-15T04:00:00Z For reference, a body mass index of 25 ranges between 119 and 205 pounds depending on a person’s height, according to a BMI table published by National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Skipping dinner might lead to weight gain, new study says 2021-01-21T05:00:00Z “His body mass index — often used to determine obesity — declined by about 10 percent.” How Walking Changes Us 2020-05-12T04:00:00Z And before they set foot onstage each night, are they required to pass a body mass index test? Review: ‘American Psycho’ Hits Broadway, So Smooth, So Rich, So Ruthless 2016-04-21T04:00:00Z Examination of the cohort and case-control studies found that regular consumption of nonsugar sweetener was associated with increased fat accumulation, higher body mass index and increased incidence of Type 2 diabetes. WHO’s recommendation against the use of artificial sweeteners for weight loss raises many questions 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z The standard measure used to determine obesity in children and adolescents has long been the body mass index or BMI. Fixing the global childhood obesity epidemic begins with making healthy choices the easier choices 2023-07-31T04:00:00Z Of the 95 studies which looked at obesity measures on a continuous scale such as body mass index, 12 were found to offer strong evidence of an association, encompassing a total of nine different cancers. Increased risk of 11 types of cancer linked to being overweight, researchers warn 2017-02-28T05:00:00Z And the health benefits were seen no matter a participant’s body mass index, blood pressure or cholesterol. Never exercised in your life? It’s not too late to start — and benefit. 2019-10-18T04:00:00Z And the body mass index, commonly used to determine whether a person is of a healthy weight, is gradually being seen as outdated and arguably a scam. For an Antidote to Diet Culture, Try These 6 Podcasts 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z High blood pressure, smoking, high blood sugar, high body mass index, and childhood undernutrition were the leading risk factors for premature death and ill health in 2015. Life expectancy rises 10 years across globe, but more suffer in old age 2016-10-06T04:00:00Z While the research does not explore why puberty may be starting earlier in girls, the team say a higher body mass index is linked to earlier development of glandular breast tissue. Girls beginning puberty almost a year earlier than in 1970s 2020-02-10T05:00:00Z Tests vary but usually include blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose and body mass index. A guide to products and services you didn’t know you could get free 2019-07-09T04:00:00Z Take, for example, in the cohort and case-control studies, that higher body mass index or BMI, was associated with greater nonsugar sweetener intake and poorer health outcomes. WHO’s recommendation against the use of artificial sweeteners for weight loss raises many questions 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z They assumed that the heritability of body mass index was 40 percent, for instance, when the consensus from the scientific literature is that it’s really more like 65 to 75 percent. Beyond Nature vs. Nurture, What Makes Us Ourselves? 2020-09-29T04:00:00Z The U.N. agency relies on the body mass index, calculated by factors of weight and height. Israeli law aims to make ultrathin models obsolete 2013-01-09T23:01:06Z But the most memorable installments delve into bigger subjects like anti-fat bias and the pitfalls of using the body mass index as a measure of health. For an Antidote to Diet Culture, Try These 6 Podcasts 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z These associations were stronger in participants who were younger and had a higher body mass index at the beginning of the studies. Can coffee help you avoid weight gain? Here’s what the science says 2023-10-16T04:00:00Z The study has some limitations, including that many studies did not report the body mass index of participants, and some studies were small. Girls beginning puberty almost a year earlier than in 1970s 2020-02-10T05:00:00Z "Anyone who has had a heart attack or obstructive coronary disease and has a body mass index of more than 27 fits in with this study, which is a very large patient population," he said. Wegovy's heart benefits due to more than weight loss, Novo says 2023-11-11T05:00:00Z Participants were age 45 and older, had a body mass index of 27 or higher and were tracked for more than three years on average. Obesity drug Wegovy cut risk of serious heart problems by 20%, study finds 2023-11-11T05:00:00Z Using the new reference panel, they analyzed how a genomic variant of the lactase gene is related to traits such as height, body mass index and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, also known as "bad cholesterol." Previous genetic association studies involving people with European ancestry may be inaccurate 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z Of those, nearly two-thirds failed to mention weight or body mass index - a common assessment of obesity - meaning they wouldn’t ensure inclusion of people with obesity, she said. Drugs aren’t required to be tested in people who are obese. Here’s why that’s a problem 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z Of those, nearly two-thirds failed to mention weight or body mass index — a common assessment of obesity — meaning they wouldn’t ensure inclusion of people with obesity, she said. Drugs aren’t required to be tested in people who are obese. Here’s why that’s a problem 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z “Even with the body mass index coming down, that is often not a quick process,” she said. Bariatric Surgery at 16 2023-10-31T04:00:00Z Some patients need to lose weight before qualifying for an organ transplant or joint replacement surgery — risks increase for complications if above a certain weight or body mass index. Medical weight-loss options evolve to meet changing needs | Provided by Providence Swedish 2023-10-10T04:00:00Z In contrast, the same variant does influence body mass index. Previous genetic association studies involving people with European ancestry may be inaccurate 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z Neighborhood walkability is a set of urban design features that promotes pedestrian activity, supports overall physical activity and is associated with lower body mass index. Women living in more walkable neighborhoods have lower rates of obesity-related cancers 2023-10-04T04:00:00Z People with a body mass index or BMI of 30 or higher are considered obese. Drugs aren’t required to be tested in people who are obese. Here’s why that’s a problem 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z He also described the typical person who was part of the project: a 55-year-old Black female with a 7th to 8th grade reading level and a body mass index suggesting obesity. Without Small Data, AI in Health Care Contributes to Disparities 2023-09-12T04:00:00Z Insurers often emphasize metrics like weight and body mass index while minimizing patients’ serious psychiatric symptoms — a pattern that eating-disorder experts say is outdated and fails to truly show how sick someone is. When insurers tell eating disorder patients they're 'not sick enough' 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z The new research did not include data about important risk factors for stroke, such as smoking, body mass index and hypertension. Women May Face Higher Risk of Stroke Following Infertility Treatment 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Lucas and others say limiting treatment to patients with a body mass index under 20 is a structural barrier for many patients of color, because that metric was built on actuarial data from white men. A surge in eating disorders in Medi-Cal patients shows stark gaps in care 2023-08-11T04:00:00Z Ms Harfanti said organisers often ask for the contestants' BMI or body mass index to check their body proportions. Miss Universe Indonesia: Contestants complain of sexual harassment 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z Each patient had a body mass index of 27 or over and established cardiovascular disease, with no history of diabetes. Weight-loss drug reduces stroke and heart risk 2023-08-08T04:00:00Z The abbreviation stands for body mass index, a simple number that has evolved into a ubiquitous medical tool for obesity screening. Better Ways than BMI to Measure Obesity 2023-07-05T04:00:00Z By the time John met Dr. Callum Rowe, a pediatrics resident in a public health clinic at Children’s Hospital, Los Angeles, John had a body mass index of 75. Teens with severe obesity are turning to surgery and new weight loss drugs, despite controversy 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention classifies obesity as having a body mass index over 30. Time to diet: Chocolate, strawberry milk could be cut from school menus 2023-05-17T04:00:00Z It wasn't a tumour that killed Megan, but an abnormality of the rhythm of the heart - acute cardiac arrhythmia - due to fatty liver disease, likely related to Megan's high body mass index. Her illness fooled celebs. The truth may be even darker 2023-05-07T04:00:00Z Researchers identified older age, higher body mass index, smoking, female sex, chronic kidney disease, diabetes and ICU admission among the factors significantly associated with developing post-covid symptoms. Opinion | The Checkup With Dr. Wen: My pandemic baby turns three 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z The meta-analysis, which spanned 32 studies from 16 countries, found that these behaviors were more prevalent among girls, older adolescents and also among children with a higher body mass index, or BMI. Our food hang-ups hurt kids. Here’s how to flip the script. 2023-03-20T04:00:00Z The researchers relied on standard BMI, or body mass index, a calculation of weight and height used to categorize weight status. Pandemic pounds push 10,000 U.S. Army soldiers into obesity 2023-04-02T04:00:00Z Although the body mass index is an imperfect measure of health, researchers have found that those who have a BMI under 25 are at lower risk of developing early-onset colorectal cancer. Colon cancer is rising among younger adults. Here’s what to know. 2023-03-27T04:00:00Z Colorado is also taking a swing at axing the the use of body mass index, or BMI, even though it remains the industry standard. Surge in eating disorders spurs state legislative action 2023-03-23T04:00:00Z Controlling their body mass index, cholesterol levels and systolic blood pressure could reduce the dangers for those whose genes predicted that they’d be younger when they first gave birth. Early menstruation could mean higher heart health risks, research says 2023-03-11T05:00:00Z According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, obesity in children ages 2 to 18 is defined as a body mass index above the 95th percentile. Promote nutritious diet, healthy lifestyle to combat childhood obesity 2023-02-17T05:00:00Z It found that a body mass index for children, adjusted for age and gender, fell by 0.041 units per year, compared to before the law took effect. Study hints healthier school lunch can reduce obesity 2023-02-13T05:00:00Z They pointed out that the tool used to measure “obesity,” body mass index, is “an indirect and imperfect measure of body fatness,” so not an accurate diagnostic tool. What do new pediatric ‘obesity’ guidelines really mean for kids? 2023-02-06T05:00:00Z They are defined by body mass index, a measure of weight and height. Why Experts Are Urging Swifter Treatment for Children With Obesity 2023-01-27T05:00:00Z Young people who have a body mass index that meets or exceeds the 95th percentile for kids of the same age and gender are considered obese. New guidance: Use drugs, surgery early for obesity in kids 2023-01-08T05:00:00Z If you tell the whole story of how we got the body mass index, you’re not going to escape racism in that story. Debunking wellness myths with ‘You Just Need to Lose Weight’ author Aubrey Gordon 2023-01-04T05:00:00Z The trend remained consistent even when researchers controlled for patients’ sex, race/ethnicity and body mass index. UW study: Prescribe more physical activity, shrink health care costs 2022-12-31T05:00:00Z The drug, sold under the brand name Wegovy, was cleared for individuals with a body mass index of 30 and above, or a BMI of 27 or more and at least one weight-related ailment. Weight-loss drugs are a milestone for the obese but expose health inequity 2022-12-19T05:00:00Z The body mass index can be fine as a shorthand assessment, a calculation involving a person's weight and the square of height. Don't weigh me: The case against BMI 2022-12-05T05:00:00Z “What it offers patients is the possibility of even having an almost normal body mass index,” said Fox, also a weight management specialist at the University of Minnesota. New guidance: Use drugs, surgery early for obesity in kids 2023-01-08T05:00:00Z Dr. King, at Harvard, compared it to discussions of other sensitive topics: talking with patients about body mass index rather than morbid obesity, or a “mass” instead of a tumor for cancer diagnoses. After Roe, a Debate About What the Word ‘Abortion’ Means 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z Women with uterine cancer tended to be older with an earlier age of menarche, or onset of menstruation, a higher body mass index and lower physical activity. Hair Straighteners May Pose a Small Risk for Uterine Cancer, Study Finds 2022-10-17T04:00:00Z Guidance from the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology says levonorgestrel may be less effective in women with a body mass index that’s over 25. EXPLAINER: ‘Morning after pill’ not always option after rape 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z "I think the body mass index is a good baseline indicator for obesity in general," says Sarah Lutz, a nurse practitioner at University of Michigan Health-West. Don't weigh me: The case against BMI 2022-12-05T05:00:00Z A high percentile on a standardized test is considered good, while a lower percentile on body mass index might be considered good. High School Statistics 2020-03-27T00:00:00Z In medicine they are used for calculations for dispensing medicine or determining body mass index. Elementary Algebra 2020-04-22T00:00:00Z But by wayward American standards, he could be a poster boy for normal body mass index. Mike Birbiglia swims for his life in 'The Old Man and the Pool' at the Taper 2022-08-08T04:00:00Z An adult woman with a healthy body mass index might be expected to gain between 25 and 35 pounds over the course of her pregnancy. Opinion | This is what it means to rape a 10-year-old 2022-07-13T04:00:00Z The patients all had a body mass index of 35 or greater — considered “class 2,” or “moderate risk” obesity by medical professionals. Weight-loss surgery linked to lower cancer death rate in large study 2022-06-12T04:00:00Z Soon, the technology could also include predictions about age, body mass index and height, as well as certain facial features like lip fullness and cheek structure. Australia Wields a New DNA Tool to Crack Missing-Person Mysteries 2022-05-28T04:00:00Z Obesity, which characterizes patients whose body mass index is 30 or higher, is pervasive in the South and Midwest, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "Almost like malpractice": To shed bias, doctors get schooled to look beyond obesity 2022-05-26T04:00:00Z It was approved in June 2021 for treating people with a body mass index in the obese range or just under that range but with weight-related health issues. New Antiobesity Drugs Help People Shed Dozens of Pounds, but They Must Be Taken for a Lifetime 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z On average, participants in the study weighed 231 pounds at the outset and had a body mass index, or BMI — a commonly used measure of obesity — of 38. Patients taking experimental obesity drug lost more than 50 pounds, maker claims 2022-04-28T04:00:00Z He takes swipes at Zion Williamson’s weight but belly laughs when someone clowns his own body mass index. Perspective | Charles Barkley can laugh at himself. Kevin Durant still needs to learn. 2022-04-27T04:00:00Z Skis can at most be 145% of the skier’s height and skiers with a body mass index less than 21 must have shorter skis. Olympic Ski Jumping: Falling or Flying in Style? 2022-02-11T05:00:00Z It measured the impact on the pandemic of such factors as age, economic output, population density, air pollution, body mass index, smoking, cancer prevalence and trust in government and interpersonal trust, among other things. Opinion | In responding to a pandemic, biology matters. But so does trust. 2022-02-05T05:00:00Z They also considered age, education, smoking status, diet, body mass index and other health factors in their calculations. Walking Just 10 Minutes a Day May Lead to a Longer Life 2022-01-30T05:00:00Z If jumpers have a body mass index of 21 or more, they can have skis as long as 145% of their height. Olympic champion Lundby advocates for change in eating disorder-plagued ski jump 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z I have been a so-called normal weight, by the standards of the draconian body mass index guidelines, only when I have been starving myself or eating a highly restrictive and often downright odd diet. Opinion | Diet Culture Is Unhealthy. It’s Also Immoral. 2022-01-03T05:00:00Z A study of 990 working adults in rural Iowa found that the less sleep they got on weeknights, the higher their body mass index tended to be. The Health Toll of Poor Sleep 2021-12-06T05:00:00Z What's more, the methylation of the children's genes, which tracked closely to the number of days their mothers went without electricity, affected the children's immune systems, body mass index, and metabolism at age 13. Stress in utero: COVID chaos and babies’ future health 2021-12-05T05:00:00Z Mr. Biden’s height, 5 feet 11 inches, and weight, 184 pounds, earned him a body mass index of 25, which is on the low end of overweight. Biden Declared ‘Healthy’ and ‘Vigorous’ After His First Presidential Physical 2021-11-19T05:00:00Z Women represented more than 60 percent of the patients; the average age was just under 50; and the median body mass index was 44, which is considered dangerously overweight. Bariatric Surgery May Lower Risk for Severe Liver Disease, New Study Finds 2021-11-11T05:00:00Z Researchers have found, for example, that people with a higher body mass index are less likely to develop ALS and that losing weight after developing the disease leads to more rapid progression. Can Intense Exercise Lead to ALS? 2021-10-26T04:00:00Z Regardless of what type of water is preferred, Ms. Schuchmann said she typically counsels her clients to drink about half their body weight in ounces, assuming they have a normal body mass index. Is Carbonated Water Just as Healthy as Still Water? 2021-09-14T04:00:00Z The study followed young people over time to compare weight gain and body mass index before the pandemic with that during the pandemic, adjusting for age-related growth. Obesity among children ages 5 to 11 rises during the pandemic 2021-08-31T04:00:00Z That population includes millions of people, among them immunocompromised patients like Linda Burton, but also anyone older than 65 or with a body mass index of 25 or greater. Monoclonal antibodies are free and effective against covid-19, but few people are getting them 2021-08-19T04:00:00Z The study controlled for diet apart from flavonoid intake and for physical activity, alcohol consumption, age and body mass index, among other factors that may affect the risk for dementia. Can Fruits and Vegetables Boost Brain Health? 2021-08-09T04:00:00Z That includes migrants being released because of a “high body mass index,” the lawmakers said, citing the whistleblower. ‘Illegal aliens are literally eating themselves to obesity in order to be released’ 2021-08-02T04:00:00Z Notably, in the study Halo Body got closer to the DXA’s body fat calculations than the body mass index, or BMI. Amazon’s Halo body fat percentage calculator outperforms lab devices 2021-06-17T04:00:00Z Among them, a body mass index of 40 or more — 233 pounds for an adult who is 5 feet 4 inches tall. Fat shaming, BMI and alienation: COVID-19 brought new stigma to large-sized people 2021-05-08T04:00:00Z She noted their gender, measured their body mass index, checked for parasites and took blood samples. Perspective | Stress test: Scientists go inside the brains and bloodstreams of squirrels 2021-04-10T04:00:00Z For example, overweight people with a body mass index over 25 can be vaccinated in San Diego County, but not in neighboring Orange County. From standby lists to volunteering: Alternate ways you can get a COVID-19 vaccine 2021-03-25T04:00:00Z People who are overweight — those with a body mass index between 25 and 29.9 — can be vaccinated in San Diego County, but not in neighboring Orange County, for instance. California's vaccine eligibility is expanding — if you live in the right places 2021-03-24T04:00:00Z According to a calculator on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website, these people have a qualifying body mass index: Editorial Roundup: Wisconsin 2021-03-23T04:00:00Z Qualifying conditions include moderate to severe asthma; cancer; diabetes; high blood pressure, Down syndrome; and being overweight with a body mass index of 25 or above. Evers OKs dentists to vaccinate as thousands become eligible 2021-03-22T04:00:00Z Many of the players were able to qualify because they meet Georgia’s standards that anyone with a body mass index over 25 is eligible. Atlanta Hawks get 14 players vaccinated for COVID-19 2021-03-19T04:00:00Z Rather than further stigmatization, we need to work on helping individuals achieve better health with targeted treatment to achieve body mass index reduction. Opinion | The shameful side effect of sick fat 2021-03-18T04:00:00Z Among the higher risk groups: those with a body mass index of 25 or more, which would technically classify them as overweight. Pelicans say some players, staff received COVID-19 vaccine 2021-03-14T05:00:00Z An informal survey of journalists in The Gazette newsroom, for example, shows almost all of us-even the skinny young ones-qualify under the body mass index criteria. Editorial Roundup: Wisconsin 2021-03-23T04:00:00Z People with a body mass index of 30 or higher can also be vaccinated. Utah to open vaccine appointments to people ages 50 and up 2021-03-04T05:00:00Z Residents in the targeted Zip codes who are pregnant or obese, with a body mass index higher than 30, also are newly eligible. D.C. vaccine registrations freeze up, then fill up on first day for residents with underlying conditions 2021-02-25T05:00:00Z That context, combined with my body mass index along with the measurements taken with a body fat scale and caliper, led Dr. Cheskin to doubt Halo’s analysis. Amazon Halo Review: The Fitness Gadget We Don’t Deserve or Need 2020-12-09T05:00:00Z Its public health agency posted guidance last week saying that morbidly obese people — defined as those with a body mass index over 40 — should be prioritized for vaccines ahead of those younger than 65. Obese Americans could be prioritized for coronavirus vaccine 2020-11-30T05:00:00Z As of 2017, fully half of the states required that schools track students’ body mass index. Opinion | Leave Fat Kids Alone 2020-11-13T05:00:00Z Risk factors include being older than 65, having diabetes, obesity with different body mass index cutoffs depending on age, a suppressed immune system, and cardiovascular disease or high blood pressure in people over age 55. Trump officials promise fair distribution of new covid-19 antibody drug, but limited supply and logistical problems loom 2020-11-10T05:00:00Z Risk factors include being older than 65, diabetes, obesity with different body mass index cutoffs depending on age, a suppressed immune system, and cardiovascular disease or high blood pressure in people over age 55. FDA authorizes Eli Lilly antibody drug that Trump touted, but supply will be limited 2020-11-09T05:00:00Z After reviewing my results, Dr. Cheskin jotted down my height and weight to calculate my body mass index, which is a metric used to estimate obesity. Amazon Halo Review: The Fitness Gadget We Don’t Deserve or Need 2020-12-09T05:00:00Z Overweight and obesity are defined by a person’s body mass index, a ratio of an individual’s weight and height. Extra Pounds May Raise Risk of Severe Covid-19 2020-10-10T04:00:00Z A 17 March directive to Stockholm area hospitals stated patients older than 80 or with a body mass index above 40 should not be admitted to intensive care, because they were less likely to recover. ‘It’s been so, so surreal.’ Critics of Sweden’s lax pandemic policies face fierce backlash 2020-10-06T04:00:00Z Trump’s weight, with a body mass index of 30.5, according to his most recent medical report, would place him at “increased risk of severe illness,” according to the CDC’s coronavirus advisory on risk factors. What we know about President Trump’s positive test for coronavirus 2020-10-02T04:00:00Z Trump also is obese, with a body mass index just past 30. Trump’s age, health woes raise his risk for COVID-19 illness 2020-10-02T04:00:00Z That means his body mass index, or BMI, is 30.5, just over the threshold for obesity. Trump is 74, male and obese. All put him at greater risk of severe COVID-19 2020-10-02T04:00:00Z A person who is 5 feet, 7 inches tall is considered obese starting at around 190 pounds, or a body mass index of 30. Doctors studying why obesity may be tied to serious COVID-19 2020-09-08T04:00:00Z More than 42 percent of U.S. residents are obese, defined as a body mass index of 30 or greater, and more than 9 percent are severely obese, with BMIs of 40 or more. One man’s battle shows why covid-19 and obesity are a toxic mix 2020-09-04T04:00:00Z The agency said a body mass index of 30 or higher has increased risk. What we know about President Trump’s positive test for coronavirus 2020-10-02T04:00:00Z Amazon argues that body fat percentage is a more reliable indicator of health than either weight or body mass index. Amazon announces Halo, a fitness band and app that scans your body and voice 2020-08-27T04:00:00Z For a study published in Pediatrics, scientists measured body mass index in 1,811 children every two years between ages 2 and 11 and calculated their metabolic syndrome risk scores. Even in Toddlers, Excess Weight Sets the Stage for Heart Ills 2020-07-23T04:00:00Z Officials clarified that obesity means a body mass index of 30 or higher. CDC chief says coronavirus cases may be 10 times higher than reported 2020-06-25T04:00:00Z The threshold for obesity concern was lowered from a body mass index of 40 down to 30. U.S. officials change virus risk groups, add pregnant women 2020-06-25T04:00:00Z Patients with a body mass index between 30 and 34 — obese under CDC definitions — were two times as likely to be admitted to the ICU than patients with a BMI under 30. The ultimate COVID-19 mystery: Why does it spare some and kill others? 2020-06-17T04:00:00Z Those with a body mass index greater than 30 are more likely to need intensive care than those with healthy weights. 100 days later: How did Britain fail so badly in dealing with Covid-19? 2020-05-10T04:00:00Z For example, a body mass index below 25 gets 2 points, 25 to 30 1 point and over 30 a zero. Living Longer, and Better 2020-04-15T04:00:00Z Obesity is defined by a measure called body mass index, which is based on a formula that divides one’s weight in kilograms by the square of one’s height in meters. Obesity Linked to Severe Coronavirus Disease, Especially for Younger Patients 2020-04-16T04:00:00Z It is measured by the body mass index, a figure calculated from a person’s weight and height. Four in 10 American adults are obese, new government findings show 2020-02-29T05:00:00Z It is measured by the body mass index, or BMI, a figure calculated from a person’s weight and height. About 40% of US adults are obese, government survey finds 2020-02-26T05:00:00Z The study, in the Journal of the American Heart Association, controlled for maternal body mass index, maternal age at birth, cesarean section, maternal hypertension and other factors. The Heavier the Baby, the Fitter the Young Adult? 2020-02-04T05:00:00Z The study also evaluated its subjects’ physical-activity level, diet, body mass index, perceived stress, alcohol consumption, medication adherence and blood pressure. Can Mindfulness Evolve From Wellness Pursuit to Medical Treatment? 2020-01-22T05:00:00Z It is measured by the body mass index, a value calculated using weight and height. Researchers predict nearly half of U.S. adults will be obese in a decade 2019-12-19T05:00:00Z It’s gauged by body mass index, or BMI, a measure of weight relative to height. Study estimates that half of US adults will be obese by 2030 2019-12-18T05:00:00Z But women who delivered by C-section were on average older, with a higher body mass index. C-Section Is Not Tied to Obesity in Children 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z It also found that there are differences by body mass index group by the age of 11. Children 'less active over the primary years' 2019-11-12T05:00:00Z By the end of the study period, they had, on average, reduced their waist sizes and belly fat, though they did not see any changes in their body mass index. Trimming Soda Sales Leads to Trimmer Waists 2019-11-11T05:00:00Z Today in the US some youngsters with a body mass index of 35 or over are offered the option of gastric bypass operations, and the early results appear promising. Should children with type 2 diabetes get a gastric band? 2019-10-22T04:00:00Z Although telomeres are known to shorten in all humans with age, certain things, such as cigarette smoking, a high body mass index and major stress may accelerate the shortening process. Do pregnancy and childbirth accelerate aging in women? Maybe. 2019-10-18T04:00:00Z Australian researchers analysed lung samples from 52 people and found the amount of fat increased in line with body mass index. Fat found in overweight people's lungs 2019-10-17T04:00:00Z Over the next five years, she plans on partnering with Tiny Trees to track children’s academic growth, physical activity, body mass index, sleep and digestive health, she said. Learning in nature: Washington becomes first in the country to license outdoor preschools 2019-10-02T04:00:00Z The conclusion that optimistic people tend to live longer holds true regardless of other factors, including socioeconomic status, body mass index, social integration and alcohol use, Lee said. A new reason to be an optimist: You’re likely to live longer, study says | Produced by Advertising Publications 2019-09-05T04:00:00Z She is still considered clinically obese, with a body mass index of 45.7 but staff think she may have turned a corner. Should children with type 2 diabetes get a gastric band? 2019-10-22T04:00:00Z Strikingly, this decrease in telomere length is greater than what researchers have previously found in people who smoke cigarettes or have a high body mass index. Do pregnancy and childbirth accelerate aging in women? Maybe. 2019-10-18T04:00:00Z The study used the body mass index, a simple, widely known metric that is calculated from height and weight measurements, which the military stores in its vast electronic health database. Trouble for the Pentagon: The Troops Keep Packing On the Pounds 2019-09-04T04:00:00Z Even in women with normal body mass index, the location of fat varies. ‘Pear-Shaped’ May Be Healthier Than ‘Apple-Shaped’ 2019-06-30T04:00:00Z The women’s weight and body mass index measurements were collected when the study began and compared with new figures from a follow-up visit five years later. Women could gain weight by sleeping with TV on, study claims 2019-06-11T04:00:00Z The new study didn’t dissect NFL and MLB data according to a player’s position in the sport or their body mass index. Former football pros die at a faster rate than baseball veterans—and the reasons are surprising 2019-05-24T04:00:00Z The NCD Risk Factor Collaboration study2 reveals that increases in body mass index in rural populations in most regions of the world, including low- and middle-income countries, are driving the global rise in obesity. Rural areas drive increases in global obesity 2019-05-07T04:00:00Z The authors cautioned that body mass index is not a perfect yardstick. Trouble for the Pentagon: The Troops Keep Packing On the Pounds 2019-09-04T04:00:00Z Severe obesity was defined as a body mass index of 40 or more. Study: Genetic test predicts middle-aged obesity risk 2019-04-18T04:00:00Z These results remained the same when the researchers considered age, which affects exercise participation, and body mass index, which likewise affects how often we exercise. How Breast Size Affects How Women Exercise 2019-03-06T05:00:00Z Trump’s new weight pushes his body mass index over 30, the threshold for obesity. Trump’s doctor says he is in good health, despite gaining weight 2019-02-14T05:00:00Z We much prefer to become romantically involved with someone of the same race, and we also pick mates who are self-similar in education, height, body mass index, social positions, attitudes, religiosity and even genes. Humans Are Still Mating with Neandertals 2019-02-14T05:00:00Z According to the 2014 General Social Survey , the average body mass index for people who classify themselves as “very happy” is 27.4, which is about halfway between overweight and obese. Opinion | Failed your resolution already? Here’s how to make change that lasts. 2019-01-18T05:00:00Z The group's guidelines mean anyone with a body mass index higher than 30 must lose weight or wait a year for non-emergency procedures. Overweight patient denied NHS operation 2018-12-14T05:00:00Z After adjusting for body mass index, the scientists found that average time spent in physical activity declined by about 75 minutes a day by the time the children were 11. Children Move Less Starting at Age 6 2018-12-06T05:00:00Z The data, though, does reveal associations between weight lifting and a lower body mass index, Lee says, which might be connected to fewer heart problems. Even a Little Weight Training May Cut the Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke 2018-12-04T05:00:00Z “It was actually a challenge finding participants who fell in the normal range of body mass index for the study,” said Mary Xiong, a second-generation Hmong American and a community researcher in the Minnesota project. The Ecosystem in Immigrants’ Guts Is Shaped by the Place They Call Home 2018-11-08T05:00:00Z The model also factored in 79 "drivers" of health, such as smoking, body mass index, clean water and good sanitation conditions, along with other variables, such as fertility measurements, income and education. Why life expectancy in 2040 could be lower than it is today 2018-10-18T04:00:00Z The higher a woman’s body mass index, the greater her risk for early-onset colorectal cancer. Obesity Tied to Colon Cancer Risk in Younger Women 2018-10-11T04:00:00Z The researchers will also look at health measures, such as body mass index and blood pressure, in the families. How three research groups are tearing down the ivory tower 2018-10-02T04:00:00Z Those whose body mass index is at least 30 are deemed to be obese. Tom Watson 'reversed' type-2 diabetes 2018-09-12T04:00:00Z The analysis included 6,626 people over 65 who were rated for cardiovascular health using seven metrics: nonsmoking, plus optimal levels of physical activity, diet, body mass index, cholesterol, glucose and blood pressure. The Healthier Your Heart, the Healthier Your Brain May Be 2018-08-21T04:00:00Z The scientists used that info to calculate each athlete’s body mass index; differences between the B.M.I.s presumably would indicate differences in musculature, because competitors at their level do not carry much fat. How Body Type May Determine Runners’ and Swimmers’ Destinies 2018-08-14T04:00:00Z They described different trials—one in stroke victims, the other in Parkinson's disease patients—but the control and study groups in both studies had the exact same mean body mass index. Researcher at the center of an epic fraud remains an enigma to those who exposed him 2018-08-17T04:00:00Z The study controlled for age, race, body mass index, smoking, the use of hot baths and saunas, and other factors. Boxers or Briefs? It May Depend on Your Fertility Goals 2018-08-09T04:00:00Z “It was surprising that we found that the relationship was not fully explained by body mass index,” said the lead author, Elizabeth M. Cespedes Feliciano, a staff scientist at Kaiser Permanente Northern California. Sleep Tied to Teenagers’ Metabolic Health 2018-07-17T04:00:00Z Each child’s body mass index was calculated, and the parent who planned and provided most family meals — usually, but not always, the mother — completed a simple computer quiz. Parents Aren’t Good Judges of Their Kids’ Sugar Intake 2018-07-19T04:00:00Z To spice it up a bit, the investigators also looked at 13 behavioral traits, including cognitive and personality measures, and four physical factors—Crohn’s disease, vascular disease, height, and body mass index. Analysis of a Million-Plus Genomes Points to Blurring Lines Among Brain Disorders 2018-06-22T04:00:00Z What about someone’s body mass index, diet, overall health and physical activity? Perspective | You’ve been given a terrible diagnosis. Here’s how to assess your survival odds. 2018-04-20T04:00:00Z The study measured individuals with a body mass index of 30 or higher as being obese and 40 or higher as severely obese. Analysis | The Health 202: Why the medical community is concerned about a genetic testing boom 2018-03-27T04:00:00Z The survey counted people with a body mass index of 30 or more as obese, and those with a B.M.I. of 40 or more as severely obese. American Adults Just Keep Getting Fatter 2018-03-23T04:00:00Z Alderson said among the ways he would measure the success of the new medical and training staff are improved performance, fewer injuries and better fitness, such as lower body mass index. With Checkups and Chickpea Pasta, the Mets Get Healthier. But Better? 2018-03-09T05:00:00Z Lowering body mass index by more than 0.10 in a year was associated with a 30 percent increase in the risk for death, but only in those of normal weight at the start. For Heart Disease Patients, Think Exercise, Not Weight Loss 2018-03-05T05:00:00Z Other, more recent PSG subgroups will focus on gender stereotypes, health care experiences around breastfeeding, as well as pregnancy and birth for women with a higher body mass index. U.K. moms are turning parenting into an experiment 2018-02-14T05:00:00Z Moreover, they noted, a variety of elements including the mother’s body mass index, gestational diabetes and aspects of ultrasonographic exposure—including depth—might be intertwined. Researchers Find No Strong Link between Prenatal Ultrasounds and Autism 2018-02-12T05:00:00Z One methyl group that is linked to a higher body mass index may be able to quiet a gene called PIM3, which is involved in burning the body’s fuel. The Famine Ended 70 Years Ago, but Dutch Genes Still Bear Scars 2018-01-31T05:00:00Z The study, in Heart, controlled for body mass index, diabetes, hypertension, smoking and other health and lifestyle characteristics. Reproductive Factors in Women Tied to Heart Disease and Stroke Risk 2018-01-18T05:00:00Z That includes me; I have a body mass index of 26, which puts me in the overweight category. The Apple Watch wants to alter your behavior — can it? 2018-01-24T05:00:00Z Skeptics on social media immediately began comparing Mr. Trump’s body mass index to athletes of obvious better physical shape, suggesting that the numbers were fudged. James Gunn, ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ director, offers $100K for Donald Trump to step on a scale 2018-01-17T05:00:00Z “According to the body mass index by the Federal Health and Human Services Department, Trump is overweight and just one pound short of being obese,” Colbert said. Late-night hosts on Trump's physical: 'Despite all evidence, he does have a heart' 2018-01-17T05:00:00Z They sorted people according to their body mass index, for example, and looked for methyl groups that were unusually common in overweight people. The Famine Ended 70 Years Ago, but Dutch Genes Still Bear Scars 2018-01-31T05:00:00Z Trump’s body mass index, or BMI, of 29.9 puts him in the category of being overweight for his height. Aced it: Doc says Trump got perfect score on cognitive test 2018-01-16T05:00:00Z That puts his body mass index at 29, just shy of the medical definition of obese. Donald Trump's health: how does he compare to the average American? 2018-01-12T05:00:00Z This was not affected by the women's body mass index or ethnicity. Cancer survival 'unaffected by BRCA gene' 2018-01-11T05:00:00Z In men, the team found that natural selection appears to favour a higher body mass index. Natural selection favours men with higher body mass 2017-12-18T05:00:00Z And when the factors worsen — an increase in body mass index, for instance, or development of the complications to metabolic syndrome such as diabetes or hypertension — fibrosis tends to worsen as well. Disease progression: Divergent paths Is my body mass index sitting nicely below 25? Strict Targets for Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, and More Don't Always Make Sense 2017-11-20T05:00:00Z Obesity means not merely overweight, but seriously overweight, as determined by a calculation called body mass index . US obesity problem is not budging, new data shows 2017-10-13T04:00:00Z They created models to estimate trends in body mass index, a measurement based on height and weight, from 1975 to 2016. Children’s obesity rates in rich countries may have peaked 2017-10-10T04:00:00Z Each standard-deviation increase in childhood body mass index at the age of 9 was found to double the girl's chances of beginning menstruation before the age of 12. Puberty: Early starters : Nature : Nature Research 2017-10-03T04:00:00Z The study, in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, controlled for maternal age, body mass index, education, number of previous pregnancies and other factors. High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy Tied to Obesity in Children 2017-09-27T04:00:00Z Models will need to obtain medical notes from their doctors verifying that they are not dangerously thin and maintain a healthy body mass index. Getty will ban Photoshopped pictures that make models look thinner 2017-09-27T04:00:00Z A body mass index greater than 40 - or 35 plus other conditions like sleep apnea, Nizzi said. Bariatric surgeries helps hundreds lose weight 2017-09-25T04:00:00Z A body mass index greater than 40 — or 35 plus other conditions like sleep apnea, Nizzi said. Bariatric surgeries helps hundreds lose weight 2017-09-24T04:00:00Z These included predispositions to asthma, high body mass index and high cholesterol. Massive genetic study shows how humans are evolving 2017-09-05T04:00:00Z Preoperative and postoperative function and pain were evaluated according to body mass index status - defined as under or of normal weight, overweight, obese, severely obese, or morbidly obese. Researchers find weight loss not necessary for joint surgery 2017-08-21T04:00:00Z Longer sleep periods are associated with a lower body mass index and positive metabolic health markers, according to a study published Tuesday, with the researchers highlighting the role of sleep in the battle against obesity. Longer sleep associated with lower BMI, smaller waist: Study 2017-08-01T04:00:00Z This higher-level attention, often delivered through six-month “comprehensive lifestyle” programs, is already strongly recommended for anyone with cardiovascular risk factors and for those whose body mass index classifies them as obese. For healthy people, diet and exercise counseling seems to yield only small benefits 2017-07-14T04:00:00Z Those associations remained even after the findings were adjusted for use of sleep medications, amount of education, depression symptoms and body mass index. Sleeping Badly Is Linked to Higher Alzheimer's Disease Risk 2017-07-06T04:00:00Z Research says: Some research suggests a connection between watching TV and an increased body mass index. Will technology make my child a terrible person? 2017-07-04T04:00:00Z “That does not diminish the need to minimize risks … but it’s affirming to be able to communicate that patients across body mass index status are reporting significant quality of life gains.” Researchers find weight loss not necessary for joint surgery 2017-08-21T04:00:00Z The researchers controlled for race, age, income, body mass index, medications and other variables. Back Pain? Try Yoga 2017-06-22T04:00:00Z The current study did not find any differences in body mass index, a measure of body weight, among breastfeeding and bottle-feeding moms. How Breastfeeding Lowers a Mom’s Risk of Heart Disease 2017-06-21T04:00:00Z Having a high body mass index accounted for 4 million deaths in 2015, and more than two thirds of these deaths were from heart disease. 30% of People In the World Are Obese or Overweight 2017-06-12T04:00:00Z The study defined obese as a body mass index of 30 or higher and overweight as a B.M.I. from 25 to 29. More Than 10 Percent of World’s Population Is Obese, Study Finds 2017-06-12T04:00:00Z Is there a racial bias in the body mass index? BBC News Daily: 8 May 2017 - BBC News 2017-05-08T04:00:00Z She added: "We found there was no impact on absences so it wasn't through children attending school more, there was no impact on things like BMI, body mass index." 'Poor children are overweight' - Emily Thornberry defends free school meal plan - BBC News 2017-04-09T04:00:00Z In addition to tracking body mass index, physical activity, and demographic and behavioral characteristics, they assessed four risk factors for cardiovascular disease: LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, blood pressure and glucose tolerance. Healthy Weight? You May Still Be at Risk for Heart Disease 2017-04-06T04:00:00Z But Jackson was far thinner, with estimates between 145 pounds and 154 pounds, putting his body mass index at 20 or lower. Jackson and Trump: How Two Populist Presidents Compare 2017-03-15T04:00:00Z He walked several miles every morning and bounded up the eight flights of stairs to his office to maintain a healthy body mass index. Dr. George Blackburn, Who Worked to Help You Eat Better, Dies at 81 2017-03-07T05:00:00Z The participants’ average age was 17 and their average body mass index was 58.5. Doctors Consider a Last Best Hope for Obese Teenagers: Surgery 2017-02-24T05:00:00Z Mr. Wilson said that as a first step, doctors should use strict criteria like a low to moderate body mass index and a healthy heart and lungs in deciding whether patient is a good candidate. Should Medicare Allow Outpatient Knee Replacement? Doctors Are Deeply Split 2016-12-20T05:00:00Z In coordination with the event, students from the University of South Carolina’s School of Pharmacy are offering free blood pressure screening, blood glucose testing and body mass index testing. Police, pharmacies host collection for Drug Take-Back Day 2016-10-22T04:00:00Z A large study has found that body mass index, waist circumference and diabetes are all associated with an increased risk for liver cancer. Obesity and Diabetes Tied to Liver Cancer 2016-10-14T04:00:00Z Sixty-two percent said they used body mass index scores as cutoffs for requiring weight loss before offering surgery. Why Do Obese Patients Get Worse Care? Many Doctors Don’t See Past the Fat 2016-09-25T04:00:00Z The researchers controlled for sex, smoking, body mass index, socioeconomic status and many other variables. Air Pollution Is Linked to a Diabetes Marker 2016-09-21T04:00:00Z By his own public accounting of his medical health, Trump is just five pounds shy of being considered obese under the body mass index. Donald Trump’s weight problem: He can’t stop talking about ‘fat’ people 2016-09-28T04:00:00Z Mr. Coates and his colleagues also found that people with lower body mass index and lower heart rate variability had better heart rate awareness. ‘Trust Your Gut’ Might Actually Be Profitable Advice on Wall Street, Study Says 2016-09-19T04:00:00Z With a body mass index of 29.5, Trump is overweight – practically obese. Dr Oz's missed opportunity: scolding Trump for all his bad habits | Celine Gounder 2016-09-16T04:00:00Z It said he takes a statin drug to lower his cholesterol and has a body mass index in the overweight range but is in “excellent” condition. Trump bullish as poll numbers rise, won’t say Obama was born in United States 2016-09-15T04:00:00Z Weight: 236 pounds To assess a person's weight, doctors often use body mass index, a ratio of weight to height. What Trump's Health Stats Mean 2016-09-15T04:00:00Z Lee noted that her 2007 study showed that alcohol retained its protective effect even among smokers, people with a high body mass index and those with hypertension. Alcohol: Fortifying spirits : Nature : Nature Research 2016-09-13T04:00:00Z The pediatrician evaluates height, weight, body mass index, blood pressure, vision and hearing. How to Make the Most of Your Child’s Visit to the Pediatrician 2016-09-06T04:00:00Z The restrictions will apply to patients with a body mass index of 30 or above which indicates obesity, as well as smokers. Obese patients face NHS surgery ban to save money - BBC News 2016-09-03T04:00:00Z This was not a popular decision with users who really dislike people with a high body mass index. How Trolls Are Ruining the Internet 0002-11-29T05:00:00Z Additionally, 10 percent of children ages 2 to 5 were obese according to their body mass index, or BMI, a measure of body weight by height. Health Buzz: Most Children Lack Ideal Heart Health 2016-08-11T04:00:00Z The hazard ratio did not materially change after additional adjustment for baseline cholesterol concentration, body mass index, hypertension, smoking, alcohol consumption, and physical activity. How to Get Healthy, According to Research 2016-08-09T04:00:00Z He called all over the country, but was told Betty was too much of a risk in traditional programs because of her dwindling body mass index and her laxative abuse. Denver center helps those near death with eating disorders 2016-07-16T04:00:00Z The research, published Monday in Nutrition and Diabetes, indicates that pasta consumption doesn't contribute to obesity, and was actually linked to a lower body mass index. Health Buzz: Pasta Is Actually Good for You, Research Shows 2016-07-05T04:00:00Z "Our data show that enjoying pasta according to individuals' needs contributes to a healthy body mass index, lower waist circumference and better waist-hip ratio," said George Pounis, first author of the study. Now Pasta Is Good for Your Diet? 2016-07-05T04:00:00Z Some studies, for example, have found that people with a high body mass index have unusual epigenetic marks on a gene called HIF3A. Growing Pains for Field of Epigenetics as Some Call for Overhaul 2016-07-01T04:00:00Z Obesity is calculated by dividing a person’s weight by their height to produce a number called the body mass index , or BMI. For the first time, more than 4 in 10 US women are obese 2016-06-07T04:00:00Z Obesity is calculated by dividing a person's weight by their height to produce a number called the body mass index , or BMI. For the first time, more than 4 in 10 US women are obese 2016-06-07T04:00:00Z After researchers took body mass index into account, 10 of the associations between cancer-type risk and activity level remained. Health Buzz: Exercise Cuts Cancer Risk, Huge Study Finds 2016-05-16T04:00:00Z For instance, the studies found a small but significant link between less diverse biomes and a higher body mass index — the measure of whether a person is over or underweight. New research confirms thriving microbiome is linked to a healthier body 2016-04-28T04:00:00Z Dr. Raul Artal, an expert on pregnancy and exercise who is working on a panel of the International Olympic Committee on guidelines for elite pregnant athletes, said body mass index affects hormone levels. Ask Well: Exercise Can Impair Fertility 1463-12-28T05:00:00Z The latest statistics indicate that almost two-thirds of Hoosier adults age 18 and over were overweight, with a body mass index of 25 or greater. Recent editorials published in Indiana newspapers 2016-04-26T04:00:00Z Higher body mass index in adolescence, even in the normal range, is tied to an increased risk for cardiovascular disease in adulthood, according to a new study. Higher B.M.I. in Teenagers Tied to Heart Risks Later 1463-09-04T05:00:00Z But the body mass index, or BMI, calculation does not agree. BMI tells teen she’s obese; she has reply 2016-04-13T04:00:00Z To assess the women's stress levels, the researchers analyzed blood pressure, body mass index, cortisol levels in their saliva and other factors. Pre-Pregnancy Stress May Affect Baby's Size 2016-03-22T04:00:00Z Being "overweight" -- as defined by body mass index -- did not register as a negative, but being "obese" did, the study found. Many Men Have Body Image Issues, Too 2016-03-18T04:00:00Z So, what's the point of learning your body mass index – if there's a point at all? Do You Need to Know Your Body Mass Index? 2016-03-16T04:00:00Z The higher the body mass index, the higher the risk. Oh, MRSA, MRSA, Me 2016-03-16T04:00:00Z The effect was independent of other risk factors — body mass index, family history of diabetes, education and socioeconomic status. Out of Shape at 18, at Risk for Future Diabetes 1460-04-10T05:00:00Z Obama's body mass index is 22.8, his resting heart rate is 56 beats per minute, and his blood pressure is 110/68, all of which are considered normal, the AP reported. Health Highlights: March 9, 2016 2016-03-09T05:00:00Z Among his accomplishments was devising the body mass index, a ratio of weight to height that we still use to decide if people are too big or small. Review: In ‘The End of Average,’ Cheers for Individual Complexity 2016-02-22T05:00:00Z Matching kids' body mass index with their blood pressure readings, the researchers found a "strong association" between increasing BMI and rising blood pressure in the roughly three-year period. Health Buzz: Child and Teen Obesity Quickly Raises Blood Pressure 2016-02-19T05:00:00Z For the new study, researchers tested the new technique on 25 obese people with an average body mass index of 36. New Type of Weight-Loss Surgery May Be Less Risky, Cheaper 2016-02-15T05:00:00Z The dementia-rate decrease, drawn from data going back to 1975, was seen even as the Framingham subjects aged, as cases of diabetes increased and as the average body mass index went up. Is Dementia on the Decline? 2016-02-11T05:00:00Z All were severely obese -- with a body mass index topping 35. Diabetes Drug May Not Help Obese Women Have Normal-Weight Babies 2016-02-03T05:00:00Z Know your risk numbers – for blood pressure, blood glucose, blood cholesterol and body mass index – and discuss your heart disease risks with your health care provider. Pregnancy and the Heart: a Difficult Pregnancy May Warn of Future Cardiovascular Risk 2016-02-01T05:00:00Z With every positive increase in social relationships, researchers in North Carolina and China saw improvement in specific physiological biomarkers such as blood pressure and body mass index. Loneliness grows from individual ache to public health hazard 2016-01-31T05:00:00Z Kurek’s GP, Christopher Jones, told the inquest that she had been assessed before being given repeat prescriptions for the pill and her blood pressure and body mass index had been completely normal. Taking the pill caused woman’s fatal blood clot, inquest hears 2016-01-19T05:00:00Z It found that in general, living alone was associated with lower body mass index compared to living with someone else. Food and the Single Girl 1457-09-06T05:00:00Z The government has also slapped restrictions on sugary drinks and fatty foods in schools and it has obliged schools to measure the body mass index, which gauges fatness, of all children ages 3 to 16. On a Mediterranean Island, but Far From a Mediterranean Diet 2015-12-21T05:00:00Z A body mass index of 18.5 to 25 is generally considered normal. Overweight at 18 and at Greater Risk for Sudden Death 2015-12-07T05:00:00Z Higher body mass index or waist circumference increased these risks further. Half of all 45-year-olds will develop pre-diabetes 2015-11-23T05:00:00Z Anglin and her co-authors recruited 16 overweight men and women from a college community and measured their weight, body mass index, health and metabolism. The Limits of 'Intuitive' Eating 2015-11-19T05:00:00Z They provided a saliva sample to measure cortisol levels, and their body mass index was measured. Is Fat Stigma Making Us Miserable? 2015-11-11T05:00:00Z Doctors usually determine obesity by body mass index, or B.M.I. — calculated from height and weight — but the calculation does not distinguish between fat and lean muscle weight. Beware the Beer Belly 2015-11-10T05:00:00Z Children who have the self-control to resist a marshmallow now in order to receive two later generally have better SAT scores and a lower adult body mass index. How to improve willpower? Feed it. 2015-11-08T05:00:00Z "We found higher body mass index, a higher risk of being obese, and at the highest levels of obesity in children, we found higher fat mass." How Your Bedtime Affects Your BMI 2015-11-04T05:00:00Z That means three in 10 Alaskans are significantly overweight, with a body mass index of 30 or higher. Alaska Editorials 2015-11-03T05:00:00Z And how all of that compares to other people like you, in your age range, with a similar body mass index? Microsoft Band 2 review: An identity crisis on your wrist 2015-10-29T04:00:00Z In fact, greater satisfaction with one's weight is associated with positive health behaviors and better health outcomes in both men and women regardless of their body mass index, or BMI. News Flash: Body Bashing and Fat Shaming Don't Inspire Weight Loss 2015-10-21T04:00:00Z The body mass index, or BMI, is a simple and widely used method for classifying whether a person is overweight or obese. Five myths on dieting and weight loss 2015-10-15T04:00:00Z Most pediatricians now track weight using the body mass index, or BMI, measurement. When Should Parents Worry About Their Child’s Weight Gain? 2015-10-14T04:00:00Z The scientists calculated body mass index at each interview. Weight Gain Possibly Tied to Later Bedtimes 2015-10-06T04:00:00Z A body mass index of 25 to 30 is considered overweight; 31 and up is considered obese. Do I Have Diabetes? 2015-10-01T04:00:00Z After giving up meat and dairy, Margene’s body mass index dropped from a nearly obese 29 to a trim 22. Vegan lifestyle transforms couple’s life 2015-09-20T04:00:00Z There will be health screenings, blood pressure and cholesterol checks, body mass index testing, diabetes and HIV screenings, healthy eating tips and more. Religion events from around the Washington area 2015-09-18T04:00:00Z Twelve of the studies looked at body mass index and cancer risk, and six looked at physical activity and cancer risk. Excess Weight Linked to Brain Cancer Risk in Study 2015-09-16T04:00:00Z The women, who joined the study in 2003 to 2009, were all at high risk of heart disease, and their average body mass index, or BMI, was 30, which considered is obese. Mediterranean Diet With Olive Oil Might Cut Breast Cancer Risk: Study 2015-09-14T04:00:00Z That’s because Asian Americans often develop diabetes at a lower body mass index, or BMI, than the U.S. population overall. Why Asian Americans have diabetes but don’t know it 2015-09-10T04:00:00Z They tracked BMI, or body mass index, a measure of weight to height. Study: Midlife obesity may spur risk for earlier Alzheimer’s 2015-09-01T04:00:00Z Before the surgery, the participants’ body mass index averaged 44 — anything greater than 30 is considered obese — and they weighed an average of 113 pounds more than desired. Stomach-shrinking surgery isn’t a perfect weight-loss fix 2015-08-17T04:00:00Z These self-reported health levels generally lined up with objective measures of health, like body mass index. ‘Milestone ages’ may trigger new perspectives on life 2015-08-14T04:00:00Z "The findings from our analysis show improvements in cardiovascular health, independent of changes in body mass index or body weight," Coombes said. Exercise Boosts Obese Kids' Heart Health 2015-08-10T04:00:00Z Beat says its helpline is encountering a "really significant problem" of people being denied treatment when their BMI, or body mass index, is considered to be too high. 'I had to lose weight for anorexia treatment' - BBC News 2015-07-27T04:00:00Z Separately, researchers recorded teenagers' heights and weights and calculated their body mass index - a ratio of weight to height. Overweight teens 'do not see themselves as too heavy' - BBC News 2015-07-09T04:00:00Z Most recently he looked at height, weight and body mass index, or BMI, a measurement calculated from weight and height. Who's Too Short to Be President? 2015-07-08T04:00:00Z Obesity is defined by the CDC as any body mass index 30 or higher. More Than Two-Thirds of U.S. Adults Now Overweight or Obese: Study 2015-06-22T04:00:00Z A U.S. study from 2009 found that the higher a patient’s body mass index, or BMI, the lower a physician’s respect. Why I Think Doctors Must Better Accommodate Fat Patients 2015-06-17T04:00:00Z For patients with a body mass index in the upper ranges he strongly encourages exercise – it not only takes off pounds, but increases the tone of those upper-throat muscles. What Works for Snoring? 2015-06-16T04:00:00Z There are no questions about weight or body mass index because they will not impact mortality over a five-year period. Ubble: the online test to predict if you'll die within five years 2015-06-03T04:00:00Z Weight and body mass index may well be the go-to numbers for defining obesity and related health risks, but they fall far short for many people. Weighing Your Health: Where BMI Falls Short 2015-06-03T04:00:00Z The benefits of physical activity were most prominent among women who were not obese, with a BMI -- body mass index, a ratio of weight to height -- under 30, according to findings. Exercise May Blunt a Woman's Risk of Lung and Breast Cancer: Studies 2015-06-02T04:00:00Z Among those with a college degree, obesity -- a body mass index of 30 or above -- was most common in those who wed before finishing four years of college. Marriage Before College Graduation Tied to More Weight Gain 2015-05-28T04:00:00Z And up to 40 percent of those with a normal body mass index harbor metabolic abnormalities that are associated with obesity, including high blood pressure, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and heart disease. Take off that Fitbit. Exercise alone won’t make you lose weight. 2015-05-15T04:00:00Z Ms. Grefe believed that the body mass index as a barometer of health was being applied too rigorously. Lynn Grefe, Advocate for Those With Eating Disorders, Dies at 65 2015-05-06T04:00:00Z The bill would create a specific definition of obesity in state law that’s based on body mass index, body fat percentage or waist size. Bill would define obesity, allow weight data collection 2015-05-04T04:00:00Z But the new study, published this month in the journal Diabetologia, took body mass index into account, suggesting that being overweight did not influence a child’s risk of developing Type 1 diabetes. Mystery and Danger of Type 1 Diabetes 2015-04-20T04:00:00Z Studies show obese patients who undergo total knee replacement have higher complication rates than normal-weight patients, and risk goes up with body mass index. Knee Replacements, Obesity and Weight Loss 2015-04-15T04:00:00Z The World Health Organization says that a body mass index of less than 18.5 is "underweight." French Parliament approves measure against anorexic models 2015-04-03T04:00:00Z "Anyone whose body mass index... is below a certain level will not be able to work as a catwalk model," it said. French MPs back ban on skinny catwalk models 2015-04-03T04:00:00Z The body mass index that is widely used does not account for variations in bone size and other factors, and some consider it too inexact, a spokeswoman for the French Labor Ministry said. French Proposal on Models’ Weights Clashes With Labor Laws, Opponents Say 2015-03-19T04:00:00Z Many in the industry say, however, that a number of the top models would likely weigh less than the healthy threshold set by the body mass index of about 18 or 18.5. French Parliament Debates Weight Standards for Fashion Models 2015-03-18T04:00:00Z French lawmakers are considering passing a law to prohibit hiring too-thin models, by which they mean those with a body mass index of less than 18. Dolce and Gabbana issue no-apology apology 2015-03-17T04:00:00Z The amendment forbids anyone with a body mass index below a certain level from earning money as a model. French Parliament approves measure against anorexic models 2015-04-03T04:00:00Z Comparing these measures to other physical qualities, like age, body mass index or foot size, the authors found little or no association. Most penises are normal, more research says 2015-03-03T05:00:00Z Each point increase in their body mass index increased the chances of punishment by 1 percent. Harsher Punishments for the Obese and Hippies 2015-02-25T05:00:00Z If it becomes law — it is backed by President François Hollande’s Socialist government — modeling agencies and fashion houses that employ models whose body mass index measurements do not meet minimum standards would face criminal penalties. French Parliament Debates Weight Standards for Fashion Models 2015-03-18T04:00:00Z National and local governments have struggled to address obesity, defined as having a body mass index - based on the ratio of height to weight - of more than 30. Could fining parents cut childhood obesity? 2015-02-12T05:00:00Z They also identified more than 60 genetic locations that influence body mass index - tripling the number previously known. Discovery of largest genetic fat map 2015-02-11T05:00:00Z Bryn Mawr College spokesman Matt Gray says the school recently sent the email offering a fitness program for students with an "elevated" body mass index. Fitness email stirs controversy at Pennsylvania college 2015-01-30T05:00:00Z “Our findings are robust,” she said, “and not dependent on body mass index. Sugared beverages are not healthy to begin with, and there should be heightened attention to avoiding them.” Sugary Drinks Tied to Earlier Menstruation 2015-01-27T05:00:00Z The drugs are generally recommended for people with a body mass index of 30 or higher, the threshold for obesity. A new anti-obesity drug has been approved, but that doesn’t mean insurers will pay for it 2015-01-12T05:00:00Z Blood pressure, body mass index, dietary intake, physical activity, tobacco use, cholesterol and blood glucose all factored into an individual subject’s heart health analysis. Study Suggests Correlation Between Heart Health and Optimism 2015-01-12T05:00:00Z Heart health scores—based on American Heart Association-approved metrics including blood pressure and body mass index—increased alongside levels of optimism. How Optimism Might Be Good for Your Heart 2015-01-12T05:00:00Z When you visit your doctor for a physical, it's likely that your exam will include a calculation of your body mass index, or BMI. BMI may not be the last word on health risks, some experts say 2014-12-19T05:00:00Z The researchers also measured their body mass index, waist circumference, blood pressure, cholesterol, blood glucose and insulin levels. Most Kids Don't Eat Three Meals A Day 2014-12-16T05:00:00Z The American Diabetes Association says to consider metformin if your blood sugar is higher than normal two hours after drinking a sugary solution after fasting, especially if your body mass index is 35 or more. Prediabetes? Get yourself moving, but don’t jump immediately to drugs as an answer. 2014-12-12T05:00:00Z Now a new study has found that even in young adults of normal weight, increases in body mass index also lead to increased risk. Weight Gain Carries Risks, No Matter Your Weight 2014-12-12T05:00:00Z Overweight people with a body mass index of 40 or more are also at an increased risk for surgery-related blood clots. Total Knee Replacement: the First Year 2014-12-10T05:00:00Z To determine if a child’s weight is a problem, a key measure is body mass index—measuring the child’s weight against a national standard for their height, age, and gender. Obamacare and Obesity 2014-12-04T05:00:00Z The World Health Organization defines obesity in terms of an individual’s body mass index, or BMI. Futurology: More Than 40 Percent of America Could be Fat by 2050 2014-12-03T05:00:00Z The association remained significant after multiple adjustments for other characteristics likely to influence telomere length, including body mass index, smoking history, exercise, postmenopausal hormone therapy, and hypertension. No, The Mediterranean Diet Won't Help You Live Forever 2014-12-02T05:00:00Z All of the women were overweight, based on their body mass index, but some were significantly heavier than others. Exercising but Gaining Weight 2014-11-12T05:00:00Z That, new research has shown, is linked with a lower body mass index. The Health Benefits of Simple Living 2014-11-05T05:00:00Z “Having a body mass index of 35 to 39.9 percent increases your risk of death by 51 percent,” O’Conner told Crash Test Technology International. Crash Test Dummies Grow in Size to Reflect U.S. Obesity Rates “Having a body mass index of 35-39.9 percent increases your risk of death by 51 percent.” Car Crash Test Dummies Are Getting Fatter Because We Are Too 2014-10-30T04:00:00Z The plan also offers biometric screening, which involves blood pressure checks and tracking lipid panel, glucose and body mass index. Sioux Falls co-workers become co-walkers 2014-10-26T04:00:00Z The researchers also recorded each teen's body mass index -- a measurement that determines whether a person is a healthy weight for their height. Teens Who Dine With Their Families May Be Slimmer Adults 2014-10-24T04:00:00Z The most common tools health care professionals use to determine whether individuals are overweight or obese are body mass index and waist measurements, both of which estimate how fat is distributed in the body. Overcoming Obesity – and Making it Last 2014-10-20T04:00:00Z The CDC considers anyone with a body mass index of 30 or higher obese. Crash Test Dummies Grow in Size to Reflect U.S. Obesity Rates At the end of the trial, the ones on the mushroom diet reported less fat intake, shed more pounds, and achieved a lower body mass index than those on the standard diet. 5 Fascinating Things You Didn't Know About Mushrooms 2014-10-11T04:00:00Z An example might be putting a patient's height and weight into an app and generating a body mass index. When does an app need regulating? 2014-10-13T04:00:00Z Patients’ age, body mass index, pain medication or type of anesthesia made no difference. After Surgery, Predicting a Speedy Recovery 2014-09-29T04:00:00Z Massachusetts requires schools to collect data about body mass index for students in the first, fourth, seventh and 10th grades and provide the information to state health officials. Audit to review Mass. child obesity programs 2014-09-27T04:00:00Z One prototype created in August weighs in at 273 pounds with a body mass index of 35. Crash Test Dummies Grow in Size to Reflect U.S. Obesity Rates Average waist circumference — but not body mass index— increased significantly in the United States between 1999 and 2012, a new study reports. The Expanding American Waistline 2014-09-19T04:00:00Z His program at the Cleveland Clinic also sets a size limit: a body mass index of 40. Donating the Body 2014-09-18T04:00:00Z Adding analysis of gut microbiomes to assessment of age, race and body mass index -- known risk factors for invasive colorectal cancer -- led to more than a fivefold improved prediction of the disease. Gut Bacteria May Reveal Colon Cancer, Study Finds 2014-08-07T04:00:00Z In Kurbo’s beta program, which included kids ages 8 to 18, more than 85% of participants reduced their body mass index over 10 weeks. Here's What Happened When I Tried a Children's Weight Loss App 2014-07-29T04:00:00Z In her reply, Dr. Gao wrote that his body mass index, at 18.6, was “low normal” — below 18.5 is underweight — and sent a link to an article about healthy ways to gain weight. Death in the Peace Corps: A Trail of Medical Missteps 2014-07-25T04:00:00Z Consider a recent academic paper that used Google search data to study obesity patterns in the US, finding significant correlation between search keywords and body mass index levels. The rise of data and the death of politics 2014-07-19T04:00:00Z According to Paolo Menaspa, a physiologist and cycling coach studying at the Australian Institute of Sport, the key factor is body mass index, or BMI. Why sprinters are muscly and climbers are wiry 2014-07-18T04:00:00Z The subjects were physically active, but not athletically trained, averaging 32% body fat and with an average body mass index in the normal range. Balancing Daily Protein Intake Across Meals Increases Muscle Protein 2014-07-15T04:00:00Z Doctor’s offices measure height and weight to calculate body mass index and lead a discussion about related risk factors. Hospitals adapt equipment to meet needs of obese 2014-07-14T04:00:00Z The combination also led to small but statistically significant increases in body mass index. Vertex cystic fibrosis combo succeeds in key late-stage trials 2014-06-24T04:00:00Z One group consisted of men with a normal body mass index. Exercise and the 'Good' Bugs in Our Gut 2014-06-18T04:00:00Z People of Asian descent, for example, develop the disease at a lower body mass index than others, said Dr. Rohit Loomba, a fatty liver specialist at the University of California, San Diego, School of Medicine. Threat Grows From Liver Illness Tied to Obesity 2014-06-13T04:00:00Z Their mean body mass index was 36, which is obese. Short, intense workouts lower blood sugar, study says 2014-06-13T04:00:00Z The data indicate that meat eaters are at a greater risk of a high body mass index, cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes. The Paleo Perspective: Is Fossil 'Fuel' the Solution To Our Obesity Epidemic? 2014-06-12T04:00:00Z At age 7, the children were weighed and measured to determine their body mass index, waist and hip circumference, body fat and skin-fold thickness. A study finds a connection between inadequate sleep and obesity in children Scientists typically measure obesity based on body mass index, or BMI, a measure of body fat based on height and weight. Tonga is fattest country in new global study 2014-05-28T04:00:00Z They first confirmed that body mass index increased in those with one or two copies of the FTO gene variant. Obesity Gene May Explain Why Some Gain Weight as They Age 2014-05-27T04:00:00Z The studies adjusted for various other cardiovascular risk factors, including age, blood pressure, cholesterol, smoking and body mass index. Women With Diabetes Face Greater Heart Risks Than Men 2014-05-22T04:00:00Z These associations remained even after taking into account the participants' prior CRP level and variables associated with CRP levels such as body mass index, medication and alcohol use. Health Impact of Childhood Bullying Can Last a Lifetime 2014-05-14T04:00:00Z Researchers used data on statin use in 27,886 men and women participating in a larger health study, including a 24-hour dietary recall interview, cholesterol levels and body mass index. Well: Do Statins Change Our Eating Habits? 2014-05-01T19:00:48Z For example, a small faecal transplantation study found that people who received microbiota from a lean donor experienced improvements in insulin sensitivity, but no change in body mass index. Microbiome: A complicated relationship status 2014-04-16T17:22:04.959Z High body mass index was the third most important risk factor in Australasia, North America, Europe, Central Asia, Latin American/Caribbean, North Africa, and the Middle East. Cardiovascular Disease Declines in Rich Countries but Grows Elsewhere 2014-04-03T22:54:00Z Better sleep was also tied to lower body mass index scores among children. More evidence parents should monitor kids' media diet 2014-03-31T20:50:56Z They found that greater access to takeaway food was linked with higher body mass index and higher odds of obesity. Takeout food ban 'may fight obesity' 2014-03-14T00:35:34Z The researchers analysed body mass index measures from 484 pregnant women. Obese pregnant women 'cost NHS more' 2014-03-11T14:13:42Z The increase was independent of age, cholesterol, body mass index, hypertension and other known cardiovascular risk factors. Well: Take Blood Pressure in Both Arms 2014-03-03T16:31:38Z The program did not lead to changes in body mass index, exercise or fitness, however. Older kids can teach younger peers to be healthy 2014-02-11T15:41:33Z Their body mass index was calculated and converted to a percentage: Kids who are between the 5 and and 85 percentiles are considered normal weight. Early Childhood Obesity May Predict What Lies Ahead 2014-01-31T02:02:00Z Children in the intervention group — especially those from poorer families — consumed fewer calories, and their body mass index fell. Obesity Takes Hold Early in Life, Study Finds 2014-01-29T22:00:21Z Reduce height without changing weight, and body mass index actually goes up, even as self-esteem goes down. Heavy Lifting: Clinicians' Role in Weight Management 2014-01-20T16:26:00Z They were grouped according to body mass index, a measure of height and weight. Study dispels 'obesity paradox' idea for diabetics 2014-01-15T23:05:02Z "Physicians should be tracking body mass index and should be checking for kids who are headed in the direction of being more obese," Daniels said. Early start to weight gain tied to later heart risks 2013-12-23T16:28:27Z The researchers used body mass index to categorize the participants into one of four categories. Obesity may disturb bone growth during teen years 2013-12-18T17:47:05Z The reality is that goal weights and body mass index figures prioritize the quantity of body mass and ignore the quality of body mass in an unhealthy way. What the Scale Won't Tell You 2013-12-04T14:00:00Z The results were about the same for both boys and girls and for kids of any weight or body mass index. Bigger bowls prompt kids to want more, waste more 2013-11-27T22:09:19Z Almost 60 percent of these workers received no coverage that paid for fitness training, dietitian counseling, obesity drugs or bariatric surgery to help achieve a body mass index under 25, which is considered healthy. How your company is watching your waistline 2013-11-13T12:21:00Z She advises that people strive for a body mass index below 25, the benchmark for an overweight diagnosis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. What Is Fatty Liver? And How Do You Know If You Have It? 2013-10-17T16:09:00Z The average body mass index in the study was 23.7, which is considered normal. Global Health: Diabetes Epidemic Grows in China 2013-09-09T19:03:59Z A high body mass index had a negative effect when applicants for grad school interviewed in person, and the negative effect was especially strong for women applicants. Awareness can help us see factors that shape our lives 2013-08-12T01:17:44Z As the journalist Timothy Noah put it, an American male is less the master of his fate than he is of his body mass index! The global downturn is a problem for our children too 2013-07-19T02:55:00Z Work to maintain lean body mass index, 5. Ask an Expert: Answers About Rheumatoid Arthritis, Part 1 2013-07-17T11:05:00Z Some 34 percent of Qatar’s men and 45 percent of its women are obese, defined as a body mass index of more than 30. Doha Journal: Too Hot to Exercise (and Who Really Wants To?) 2013-07-08T00:49:01Z Those at Walgreens will calculate your body composition, which is the percentage of body fat and skeletal muscle, as well as your waist circumference and your body mass index. Drugstore services expand to include some worth considering and some to avoid 2013-07-01T20:47:35Z The most frequently used measure is body mass index, calculated by dividing weight in kilograms by height in centimeters squared. Well: A Label Calls Attention to Obesity 2013-07-01T04:01:23Z The main reason, it said, was that the measure usually used to define obesity, the body mass index, is simplistic and flawed. A.M.A. Recognizes Obesity as a Disease 2013-06-18T22:09:20Z One study of more than 1,000 people found that sleeping for only 5 hours rather than 8 hours results in a 3.6% increase in body mass index. Obesity: Heavy sleepers 2013-05-22T17:21:17.490Z Doctors evaluate body mass index, a measure of weight for height. Christie's surgery highlights weight-loss options 2013-05-07T20:31:15Z The faster they reported eating, the higher their reported body mass index and the greater the increase since the age of 20. Q&A: Risks of Eating Too Quickly 2013-05-06T19:16:23Z A total of 52,139 children of primary one age were weighed and measured for the study of body mass index statistics. Child obesity level 'still too high' 2013-04-30T12:57:56Z An increased risk of diabetes was also linked to drinking artificially sweetened soft drinks, but this disappeared when body mass index was taken into account. Diabetes warning on soft drinks 2013-04-25T02:11:56Z Zooming-out, she views a wall on which historical graphs of cholesterol and body mass index are projected. Can a Cyborg Treat Us Before We Fall Sick? 2013-03-11T13:05:26Z “Just like I would look at their temperature or their blood pressure, I also look at their weight and their body mass index,” Nanda said. Doctors often skip advice to the obese 2013-02-28T23:32:27Z The study leaders now are analyzing how each of the diets affected weight gain or loss and body mass index. Mediterranean-style diets found to cut heart risks 2013-02-25T21:46:03Z Healthy weight is calculated by measuring body mass index, or BMI, using height and weight. Adults cut back fast food, but U.S. kids still eat too much fat: CDC 2013-02-21T05:17:04Z Then the investigators gathered statistics on height and weight from driver's licenses and categorized the drivers of wrecked cars into four groups based on body mass index. Well: An Unexpected Road Hazard: Obesity 2013-01-21T23:30:54Z National guidelines recommend weight loss surgery - most commonly done through a gastric band or gastric bypass - as an option for anyone with a body mass index of more than 40kg/sq m. Post-obesity surgery baby warning 2013-01-11T01:40:40Z Each mat gathers information, including the number of steps taken and the child's body mass index. Health and safety technology booms 2013-01-11T00:23:14Z That article and others also gave her dimensions: 5 foot 7 and 171 pounds, which would have corresponded to a body mass index of 27, putting Miss Scheel in the overweight category. The Long Life of the ‘Perfect’ Woman 2013-01-03T01:35:43Z The AP also calculated each player's yearly body mass index, which calculates the ratio of height to weight. How the AP analyzed football players' weight gain 2012-12-20T08:07:07Z Bredella and her team of researchers evaluated 35 obese men with a mean age of 34 and a mean body mass index, a measure of body fat, of 36.5. Men with big beer bellies likely to have weaker bones: study 2012-11-28T17:38:35Z The study’s authors reached their conclusion by evaluating existing statistics on body mass index, diabetes rates and global food consumption. New Scrutiny for Diabetes and Sweeteners 2012-11-27T02:08:08Z The relationship remained significant after adjusting for the effects of age, body mass index and , all of which are known to affect fertility. Pollutants Linked to Lower Fertility in Men and Women 2012-11-15T17:35:35Z Men and women with a genetic predisposition to gain weight experienced a more pronounced effect from sugar-sweetened beverages than did people lacking 32 genes associated with greater body mass index. Well: In Fight Against Obesity, Drink Sizes Matter 2012-10-22T14:25:52Z Most researchers assess obesity by measuring body mass index, a simple ratio of height and weight. More Data Suggests Fitness Matters More Than Weight 2012-09-17T17:31:01Z ‘Soda Ban Explained’ I don’t drink much soda, I don’t buy Big Gulps, and my body mass index is right where it should be. Op-Docs: ‘Soda Ban Explained’ 2012-09-10T02:02:21Z Among those given antibiotics between 6 and 14 months, there was no link to body mass in childhood, but exposure from 15 to 23 months was linked to higher body mass index at age 7. Vital Signs: Risks: Weight Implications for Infant Antibiotics 2012-08-27T19:24:39Z For both groups, the median body mass index was just above 40, indicating morbid obesity. Well: Weight-Loss Surgery May Prevent Diabetes 2012-08-22T21:23:47Z There is no binding donor weight limit, but a little more than half of transplant centers cap donor body mass index at 35. Well: Weight Can Be an Obstacle to Organ Donation 2012-08-06T19:39:41Z The drug is approved for obese adults with a body mass index, or BMI, of 30 or higher. Qsymia: What to Know about the New Diet Pill 2012-07-18T18:05:21Z Asia and Europe, looking at the relationship between polyps and body mass index, or BMI, a measure of weight relative to height. Heavy people more likely to have colon polyps 2012-07-12T19:15:15Z For every six months women breast-fed, their body mass index was 0.22, or 1 percent, lower, even decades after giving birth, according to the research, which was published Tuesday in the International Journal of Obesity. Breast-feeding may help women fight obesity decades after birth 2012-07-11T04:42:03Z Improvements in body mass index - a measure of weight relative to height - pretty much held steady, the researchers reported Monday in the journal Pediatrics. Group program helps teens keep weight down 2012-07-03T16:41:41Z One of the most important determinants of average body mass index is motor vehicle gas consumption per capita. Obesity impacts weight of nations 2012-06-17T23:31:59Z For instance, these differences persisted even after statistically adjusting for cardiovascular disease risk factors that researchers already know are linked with poor sleep, such as body mass index, high blood pressure and diabetes. (Dis)United States of Sleep: U.S.-Born Americans' Sleep Patterns Differ from Those of Immigrants 2012-06-18T12:45:04.727Z Measures included population size; a person's fat content, also known as body mass index; and height. ScienceShot: The Weight of the World 2012-06-18T01:01:00Z Four in five black women are overweight or obese when measured by the most widely accepted gauge of fatness, the body mass index, or BMI. Exercise helps black adolescent girls less than whites, study says 2012-06-06T02:49:03Z And for sure I would target the morbidly obese, people with a body mass index above 40. A Long View on Health Care: Think Like an Investor 2012-05-21T18:38:40Z The idea that you start weighing in girls and checking the body mass index is treating them like cattle. Vogue calls for 'healthy' models 2012-05-15T05:14:42Z Soon, they may be adding body mass index to that list. Height, weight ? BMI? Doctors urged to treat body mass index as a vital sign 2012-05-12T21:33:00Z More important than your cholesterol or body mass index? ?How to Be Richer, Smarter, and Better-Looking Than Your Parents? is book club selection 2012-05-05T21:44:00Z The heightened risk remained even after the researchers accounted for body mass index and the quality of the subjects’ breakfasts. Well: Really? To Lower Your Risk of Diabetes, Eat Breakfast 2012-04-30T15:40:45Z That year, the school fitness report said his body mass index was 32.3. Well: A Child Puts Himself on a Diet 2012-04-24T18:22:39Z Those who ate chocolate on more days a week were actually thinner — with a lower body mass index — than those who ate chocolate less often. Better health could be playing at a movie theater near you 2012-04-11T19:09:03Z For physicians, monitoring body mass index — a ratio of height to weight — is at the top of the list of priorities because it is the best way to identify people who have a weight problem. Height, weight ? BMI? Doctors urged to treat body mass index as a vital sign 2012-05-12T21:33:00Z Researchers documented the height, weight and body mass index of more than 3,500 Mexican undergraduate students. We Tend to Underestimate How Much We Weigh 2012-04-08T16:15:00.430Z A new study uses waist measurements and body mass index to help predict health risks in teenagers. Well: Waist Size Helps Predict Heart Risk in Teenagers 2012-04-06T13:38:33Z New research suggests the obesity rate in the United States is worse than expected, because the widely used body mass index—a measure of body fat based on height and weight—may underestimate obesity. Health Buzz: Obesity Rate Higher Than Thought 2012-04-03T04:00:00Z Of the 16 volunteers, six wound up with a body mass index in the healthy range. Green-coffee-bean extract shows potential for weight loss 2012-03-28T01:46:03Z In a study involving more than 1,000 volunteers, researchers compared chocolate consumption with body mass index, a measure of body fat based on height and weight. Health Buzz: Does Chocolate Keep You Thin? 2012-03-27T13:27:00Z Almost all the doctors opened a discussion about weight if the patient was obese — that is, with a body mass index of 35 or higher. Vital Signs: Overweight Doctors Less Likely to Address Obesity 2012-03-19T15:23:37Z Using waist measurements together with body mass index may better predict a teenager’s cardiovascular risk than using B.M.I. alone, a new study finds. Well: Waist Size Helps Predict Heart Risk in Teenagers 2012-04-06T13:38:33Z The , reported in the journal , involved 78 children ages 9 to 12 whose body mass index was in the 50th to 99th percentile. Why Active Video Games Don't Make Kids Exercise More 2012-02-28T12:35:42Z In the East Riding of Yorkshire, people with a body mass index of more than 45 are being referred to a programme where they are given a personal trainer and nutrition advice. Diet v surgery: Curing UK obesity 2012-02-27T00:46:26Z The drug would be targeted at people with a body mass index, or BMI, of 30 or above — the clinically obese. Qnexa: As Diet Drug Nears FDA Approval, Who Benefits? 2012-01-11T23:00:00Z After six months, all of the girls were evaluated for weight and height to calculate their body mass index, or BMI; six months later, they were measured again. Do Teen Weight Loss Programs Work Better Without Mom or Dad? 2012-02-19T23:05:35Z It also recently launched its Wi-Fi Smart Scale, which transmits your weight, body fat and body mass index to the cloud. Connected Health Hot As Fitbit Raises $12 Million More 2012-01-24T20:15:31Z From that data, researchers calculated each person's body mass index, or BMI -- a ratio of weight to height. Little change in U.S. obesity rates in recent years 2012-01-17T17:23:08Z Not just a scale, the device records your weight, body fat percentage and body mass index, and wirelessly uploads the data to FitBit’s website. FitBit Aria Wi-Fi Scale Tracks Your Weight In The Cloud: CES 2012-01-16T02:35:54Z For those with a body mass index of 30 or higher, the free screening includes regular counseling sessions at a doctor's office. Changes in Medicare in 2012 2012-01-10T18:49:03Z This association remained after adjusting for other potential variables, including age, race/ethnicity and body mass index, and was observed for all types of statins. Statins Elevate Risk of Diabetes in Postmenopausal Women 2012-01-09T22:00:28Z The randomized controlled trial included 25 U.S. healthy, weight-stable male and female volunteers, ages 18 to 35 years, with a body mass index between 19 and 30. Diets Differ in Effect on Weight Gain and Fat and Lean Mass 2012-01-05T19:34:14Z Inclusion criteria were age 37 to 60 years and a body mass index of at least 34 in men and at least 38 in women. Bariatric Surgery Cuts Cardiovascular Deaths and Events 2012-01-03T21:01:36Z One part of the Physical Fitness Test measures a child’s body composition, usually through body mass index, which is calculated using weight and height and is used to determine who is overweight. The Bay Citizen: Affluent Children Are More Physically Fit Than Poor Ones 2011-12-24T23:05:54Z The device was previously only been available for patients with morbid obesity, which means a body mass index of 40 or higher. FDA says billboards and advertisements promoting Lap-Band downplay risks 2011-12-13T17:27:20Z And life insurance will assess your risk for x y z disease based on body mass index. Weight-loss surgeon promotes healthy diet 2011-12-07T18:12:03Z Courcoulas said bariatric surgery is currently recommended for people with a body mass index of 35 and other medical problems such as diabetes, or for people with a BMI of 40 without other conditions. Safety data favors less-invasive weight-loss surgery 2011-11-23T22:37:30Z The findings suggest that body mass index, or BMI, may be useful in predicting which patients are at the greatest risk while recovering from surgery, U.S. researchers reported in the Archives of Surgery. Underweight people at higher post-surgery risk: study 2011-11-21T21:04:04Z One looked at the eating habits of people with a body mass index -- BMI, a measure of weight relative to height -- between 25 to 47, which is considered overweight to obese. Overweight people eat less often: study 2011-11-21T03:54:56Z BMI, or body mass index, is a measure of weight against height. Healthy male diet may boost IVF success: study 2011-11-21T02:57:49Z By the end of the study there were no significant changes in weight or body mass index in either group. Study: Chewing sugar-free gum has no big effect on weight loss 2011-11-16T18:02:04Z Researchers also discovered that people with a higher body mass index in general ate much faster than those with a lower BMI. Men and heavy people may outpace women and slim people in eating speed 2011-11-14T15:24:04Z Obesity, defined as body mass index greater than 30, is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality and a financial burden worldwide. [Research Articles] A Peptidomimetic Targeting White Fat Causes Weight Loss and Improved Insulin Resistance in Obese Monkeys 2011-11-09T19:55:05.263Z The study, published online last week in The International Journal of Obesity, found that the activity of CD8+ T cells, white blood cells that help fight flu infection, also decreased as body mass index increased. Vital Signs: Study Suggests Obesity Hinders Flu Vaccine 2011-10-31T18:33:36Z The researchers did not control for sleep apnea, known to be associated with cardiovascular illness, but they did control for body mass index and blood pressure, two factors highly correlated with that disorder. Vital Signs: Chronic Insomnia Raises Heart Attack Threat, Study Says 2011-10-31T17:46:06Z These wellness programs typically include a health risk assessment completed online, and on-site free medical screenings for things such as blood pressure, body mass index, and cholesterol. Insight: Firms to charge smokers, obese more for healthcare 2011-10-30T20:36:55Z In general, the higher the body mass index the more likely a person is going to have significant obesity related conditions. Obesity debate rages on talk of Christie White House bid 2011-10-02T21:38:10Z For radiation pellets, a 60-year-old man's chances of keeping top sexual function ranged from 58 percent to 98 percent depending on race and body mass index. Study: Potency after prostate cancer varies widely 2011-09-20T20:32:09Z Prediabetic people also showed an increased risk of dementia, and the association persisted after researchers accounted for other factors that contribute to cognitive decline, including age, blood pressure and body mass index. Diabetes May Double Risk of Alzheimer's 2011-09-20T18:00:45Z But in this study, when about half of the kids returned at age ten, there was no difference in their body mass index, a measure of weight in relation to height. Formula doesn't keep kids from gaining weight: study 2011-09-14T21:29:07Z And there are also those that no matter how much they exercise or how healthy they eat can't lose weight or lower their blood pressure or body mass index. Insight: Firms to charge smokers, obese more for healthcare 2011-10-30T20:36:55Z The body mass index statistics for patients under 18 would be reported to the Michigan Care Improvement Registry but the children's identity would remain anonymous. APNewsBreak: Mich. to require BMI reports on kids 2011-09-14T02:01:04Z The body mass index statistics for patients under 18 would be reported to the Michigan Care Improvement Registry but the children’s identity would remain anonymous. APNewsBreak: Michigan to require doctors to file BMI reports on children, discuss obesity 2011-09-13T23:48:08Z About 2 million kids are extremely obese, with a body mass index at or above the 99th percentile. Maggie Goes on a Diet: New Kids' Book Stirs Controversy 2011-08-25T18:00:58Z BMI: body mass index, the most widely used measure of weight relative to height. Decoding Doctor-Speak: Translations of Common Medical Terms 2011-07-25T21:01:00Z “Significantly not associated with running injuries seem age, gender, body mass index, running hills, running on hard surfaces, participation in other sports, time of the year and time of the day,” Dr. van Mechelen concluded. Personal Best: For Runners, Soft Ground Can Be Hard on the Body 2011-07-18T18:45:27Z The body mass index is a measurement based on a calculation using a person's weight and height. Mississippi tips scale as nation's fattest state 2011-07-08T04:39:18Z The same study I cited above found “intriguing preliminary evidence” that “a higher number of breaks in sedentary time was beneficially associated with waist circumference, body mass index, triglycerides” and other factors. Even with exercise, long periods spent sedentary are deemed a health risk 2011-07-12T11:48:54Z Plus, almost none of the letters used the terms "overweight" or "obese," instead referred to kids' "body mass index," a measure of weight relative to height, which some parents may not understand, she added. No point in telling parents about kids' weight? 2011-07-08T16:39:17Z The body mass index is a measurement based on weight and height. Obesity rates still rising in many states 2011-07-07T16:31:05Z Researchers arrived at that number after adjusting for such factors as body mass index, other stroke risk factors, diet and physical activity. Consuming more olive oil may protect against strokes 2011-06-22T17:07:03Z Although body mass index isn't always the best indicator for someone with a lot of muscle, such as an athlete, it is considered the best way to measure the general population. Mississippi tips scale as nation's fattest state 2011-07-08T04:39:18Z Their average age was 49 and their average body mass index was 47. Obesity surgery fails to extend life in older men 2011-06-12T16:03:09Z The participants in each group lost a comparable amount of weight — on average almost 10 pounds — and saw similar decreases in body mass index and body fat. Can Second Life Help You Lose Weight And Keep It Off? 2011-06-06T04:26:51Z The assessments look at risk factors such as body mass index, waist size, ethnicity and family history. Free tests aim to reveal diabetes 2011-05-16T05:46:09Z For example, twelve genes significantly correlate with age and three functional modules with the body mass index, hinting at a diagnostic potential of microbial markers. Enterotypes of the human gut microbiome 2011-05-11T17:21:02.573Z The study profiled the gut flora of 39 people from Europe, the U.S. and Japan and found that categories were not dependent on location—or on age, gender or body mass index. What's in your gut? Microbiota categories might help simplify personalized medicine 2011-04-20T23:15:00.767Z Luo's new study looks closer at these same women according to body mass index, a measure of height and weight. Weight may affect smokers' breast cancer risk 2011-04-03T22:16:04Z Children in all three groups reduced their body mass index and waist circumference after two years. Parents may be essential part of their child's weight loss 2011-03-29T21:22:04Z The group was split into two weight categories based on BMI, body mass index. Bones Can Reveal Deceased's Weight 2011-03-24T23:15:00.230Z The FDA approved an Allergan application that would allow the company to market lap bands, the proprietary name of the company’s product, to patients with a body mass index of 30. Obesity Lap Bands May Cause More Complications Than Weight Loss 2011-03-21T20:25:59Z In medical terms, obesity is defined by a body mass index — a ratio of height and weight — of 30 or higher. Obese people asked to eat fast food for health study 2011-03-07T16:16:04Z Obesity is determined using body mass index, which compares a person's weight and height. 'Fewer obese' in Canada than US 2011-03-03T01:51:24Z He'd made notes of that number and his body mass index. Swimming, discipline helped man lose nearly 100 lbs. 2011-02-14T23:26:04Z The research confirms earlier trends about mounting obesity and the three papers provide the most comprehensive, recent global look at body mass index, cholesterol and blood pressure. Study: Global obesity rates double since 1980 2011-02-04T02:16:05Z Metabolic problems, including increased body mass index, occur in higher rates in some childhood cancer survivors. Breastfeeding aids cancer victims 2011-01-21T08:50:28Z The variable was included to provide additional information about body mass index–related phenotypes. [Errata] A Correction to the Research Article Titled: "Personalized Epigenomic Signatures That Are Stable Over Time and Covary with Body Mass Index" by A. P. Feinberg, R. A. Irizarry, D. Fradin, M. J. Aryee, P. Murakami, T. Aspelund, G. Eiriksdottir, T. B. Harris, L. Launer, V. Gudnason, M. D. Fallin 2011-01-12T23:55:12.973Z The greater the number of breaks taken from sedentary behavior, the lower the waist circumference, body mass index, as well as blood lipids and glucose tolerance. Can sitting too much kill you? 2011-01-06T16:15:00.237Z Using questionnaires, physical examinations, and blood analysis, the teams compiled data on people including demography, diet, anthropometric measurements such as body mass index and biomarker levels including cholesterol and lipoproteins. Health: Edible advice 2011-01-04T22:22:47.507Z UnitedHealth suggests rewarding people for having a variety of vital signs tested and then giving them more points for hitting targets for things like blood pressure, body mass index and cholesterol. Your Money: Incentivize Yourself to Good Health in 2011 2010-12-31T16:13:18Z In her analysis, Hankinson measured body mass index and waist circumference among more than 3,400 men and women enrolled in a heart study. Want to Keep Pounds Off? The Trick is Consistent Exercise 2010-12-15T23:55:00Z One factor that is moving some experts to advocate surgery for lower body mass index levels is its effectiveness in resolving diabetes, hypertension and some other ills associated with obesity. Obesity Surgery May Become Option for Many More 2010-12-02T06:24:00Z They used each person's body mass index - a measure of height and weight - and checked to see who died during the follow-up periods, which ranged from five to 28 years. Study says even being a bit overweight is risky 2010-12-01T23:37:00Z More wellness 6Find more on fitness and nutrition, including a body mass index calculator, at washingtonpost.com/wellness. Instructors power up outside of the gym 2010-11-18T05:00:00Z "There may even be incentives to achieve your ideal biometrics - blood pressure and body mass index, for instance," she said. Workers' health insurance costs for 2011 include higher premiums and co-payments 2010-11-08T17:38:00Z The research found that our actual partners are of a different height, weight and body mass index than those we would ideally choose. Study Shows Real Partners Are No Match for Ideal Mate 2010-10-05T14:07:00Z Some experts say body mass index does not adequately measure risk of health problems. Obesity Surgery May Become Option for Many More 2010-12-02T06:24:00Z Thus, among patients with heart failure, these authors stated, “body mass index may not be a good indicator of adiposity.” Personal Health: Weight Index Doesn?t Tell the Whole Truth 2010-08-30T19:49:00Z The National Institutes of Health recommends the surgery for someone with a body mass index of at least 40. Weight-loss surgery cuts diabetics' costs: study 2010-08-16T20:05:00Z Doctors will track participants to determine how the program affects their eating patterns and to monitor health indicators like weight and body mass index, he said. Produce by Prescription Seeks to Address Childhood Obesity 2010-08-12T21:00:00Z The researchers also point out that weight categories were based on body mass index, or BMI, a measure of weight in relation to height. Obesity linked to lower sperm count in young men 2010-08-11T18:19:00Z Surprisingly, bigger waists carry a greater risk of death even for people whose weight is "normal" by the body mass index, or BMI, a standard measure based on weight and height. Study: Belly bulge can be deadly for older adults 2010-08-09T20:05:00Z A Danish study found puberty occurring earlier in children regardless of body mass index at age 7. Study finds earlier signs of puberty in young American girls 2010-08-09T04:12:00Z They utilize graphs, charts, body mass index, featured recipes, and other tools to help track calories. 5 Weight-Loss Websites That Work 2010-08-03T10:50:00Z Height and weight are used to calculate body mass index or BMI, the medically accepted way to measure obesity. More than 70 million U.S. adults obese, U.S. agency says 2010-08-03T17:50:00Z CDC researchers then calculate whether the person is obese, following a standard formula for body mass index. Are Americans now more honest about their weight? 2010-08-03T16:04:00Z Follow the Mediterranean diet pattern of mostly plant foods, limiting animal protein to fish and poultry, using olive oil as the principal fat and use wine in moderation. — Mind your body mass index. Small changes can yield big health rewards 2010-08-01T19:00:00Z Their body mass index was noted before surgery, and patients were followed for an average 20 months. A new knee or hip can help with weight-loss 2010-08-01T19:16:00Z She compared women's body mass index, or BMI, a measure of obesity commonly used by doctors and researchers, to their results on a test that measured their mental sharpness. More weight may equal less brainpower, study finds 2010-07-14T16:12:00Z The body mass index doesn't tell you what is responsible for someone's weight. Neck measurement may help assess kids' weight issues 2010-07-09T01:06:00Z Federal guidelines say surgery candidates must be morbidly obese with a body mass index over 40, or a BMI over 35 plus a weight-related medical problem like diabetes or high blood pressure. Diabetics eye obesity surgery to tame blood sugar 2010-07-08T01:46:00Z Needham focused on information collected about participants' body mass index, waist circumference and symptoms of depression at five-year intervals over 20 years. The Checkup: Sunscreen for all; depression and weight gain 2010-06-22T04:00:00Z The Blue Cross program provides doctors with an accessible definition of the body mass index, for example, to help frame the scope of the problem for children and their parents. Insurer aims to help slim down kids 2010-06-13T16:45:00Z Brant Jarrett, a graduate student who was the study’s lead author, said one message from the paper was that body mass index, the formula used to assess weight status, is an imperfect measure. Vital Signs: Risks: Obesity Is Found to Take Toll After Age 40 2010-05-31T17:27:00Z |
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