Articles tagged with Body Mass Index
Researchers found that nearly 50% of Asian Americans with diabetes remain undiagnosed, with the highest prevalence in Hispanic Americans at nearly 23%. The study highlights the need for increased education and testing efforts among this population.
A high body mass index (BMI) is linked to a lower risk of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in men, but not women, according to a Swedish study. The association was strongest in men with increased abdominal obesity or visceral fat.
Research found higher levels of inflammatory markers in young adults living in polluted cities, indicating a greater risk of heart attack. Long-term air pollution exposure was linked to increased levels of CRP, hsCRP, homocysteine, and fibrinogen.
A large study of over 13,000 pairs of sisters found that firstborn women are significantly more likely to be overweight or obese than their second-born sisters. The researchers also noted a link between shrinking family size and an increase in adult body mass index (BMI) globally.
Research suggests that ALS patients consume more daily calories but have a lower body-mass index (BMI) than those without the disease. Higher premorbid intake of total fat, saturated fat, trans-fatty acids, and cholesterol is associated with an increased risk of ALS, while higher alcohol intake is linked to a decreased risk.
A new study published in JAMA Surgery found that gastric bypass surgery can alter how the body metabolizes alcohol, leading to higher and more rapid blood-alcohol levels. Women who underwent the surgery experienced changes similar to those seen in men, with a significant increase in blood-alcohol content after consuming just two drinks.
A recent study from Saint Louis University found that over 90% of hospital physicians fail to identify or address weight issues in children. Despite the importance of BMI calculations and universal screening, only a small percentage of physicians documented weight concerns or took action to address them.
Replacing time spent sitting with standing can lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels, according to a new study. Standing for two hours a day was associated with improved waist circumference and reduced risk of metabolic disorders.
A study by Northwestern University found that new fathers experience significant weight gain, averaging 3.5 to 4.5 pounds, which can lead to increased risks of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Pediatricians are in a unique position to counsel dads on maintaining their health due to the lack of personal physicians among new fathers.
Saint Louis University research finds that a woman's weight during her first pregnancy can affect complications in her second baby. Women who were underweight or obese during their first pregnancy had increased risks of early birth, low birth weight, and other complications.
A new study by Cornell's Food & Brand Lab analyzed 50 years of New York Times food stories to predict a country's obesity level in three years. The study found that countries with more mentions of sweet snacks tend to be fatter, while those with more vegetable and fruit mentions are skinnier.
A recent study reveals that eating habits play a crucial role in the weight gain of overweight children. The researchers found that children who are triggered by food and eat when they are full tend to have a steeper BMI curve. In contrast, physical activity and TV viewing do not explain why some children's BMI increases more than others.
Fitness levels among US schoolchildren sharply decline as students get older, with girls experiencing a continual decline in aerobic capacity. The study suggests room for improvement in both BMI and aerobic capacity, highlighting the importance of physical activity in healthy youth development.
A nationwide sample of 1st through 12th graders showed less than 60% meeting healthy fitness standards for aerobic capacity and body mass index. The middle school years are critical when aerobic capacity declines and body mass index increases, emphasizing the need for early intervention to prevent declining physical activity.
Researchers found that obese adults have a heightened ability to imagine odors, particularly food and non-food smells, which may promote food cravings. This study's findings suggest the need for individualized approaches to identify factors contributing to weight gain.
Patients with a low to healthy body weight had an average survival time of two-and-a-half months less than overweight and obese patients. The study suggests that there may be a relationship between having a lower BMI and poor treatment tolerance, putting thinner patients at risk for poor outcomes.
A pooled analysis of patients with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) treated with bevacizumab found that those with the lowest body mass index (BMI) had significantly shorter overall survival compared to other BMI categories. Progression-free survival was similar across all subgroups.
A comparative study of 9 European countries found that married couples have a higher body mass index than singles, with differences attributed to changes in eating behaviors. However, the study also shows that married couples tend to eat healthier, with increased consumption of regional and organic products.
Research suggests that light-intensity exercise can lead to improved health outcomes, including lower BMI and reduced chronic disease risk, for individuals over age 65. Engaging in 5 hours of light physical activity per week appears to provide similar benefits as moderate exercise.
A systematic review found that combining lifestyle changes with metformin improves weight loss, lower BMI, and improved menstruation in PCOS women. Lifestyle modification is the first step in managing PCOS, while metformin provides additional benefits for improving BMI and menstrual cycles.
A study published in the American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation found that standard BMI assessments tend to underestimate obesity in adolescents with physical disabilities. The researchers suggest new cutoff points are needed for identifying disabled teens who may need diagnosis and treatment.
A new study found that individuals with earlier exposure to moderate light had lower body mass index (BMI) and percent body fat. The study, published in the journal Sleep, suggests changes in environmental light exposure may impact body weight regulation.
Research found a strong association between road traffic noise and increased waist size and waist:hip ratio, even after controlling for socioeconomic factors. The study also suggested that cumulative exposure to multiple sources of noise pollution may pose the greatest risk.
Research published in Gut journal found that being very overweight in teens doubles the risk of developing bowel cancer by middle age. High levels of systemic inflammation, measured by erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), also increase the risk of bowel cancer in later life.
A study of over 56,000 people born in Britain from 1946 to 2001 found that most of the rise in BMI has been due to increases at the upper end of the distribution, with childhood obesity more prevalent among younger generations. The age at which adults enter the overweight range decreased over time.
A new study suggests that pulmonary rehabilitation can help reduce body mass index, improve pulmonary function, and decrease OSA severity in newly diagnosed patients. The treatment was found to be beneficial in addition to CPAP therapy.
Researchers found that switching from driving to walking, cycling, or public transport can lead to a significant reduction in BMI (0.32 kg/m2) over two years. The longer the commute, the stronger the association with weight loss.
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis who experience weight loss are at higher risk of early death. The study's findings suggest a potential link between unintentional weight loss and mortality in this patient population.
A retrospective review of 633 patients found that younger age, small body weight, and certain valve types significantly increased the risk of re-intervention. Patients under 18 years old had a five times greater risk than adults, with younger children being more likely to require surgical or cardiac catheterization re-interventions.
A Swedish study found that maternal overweight and obesity increases the risk of type 1 diabetes in children when neither parent has diabetes. The study, published in Diabetologia, suggests that reducing maternal weight before and during pregnancy could lower the incidence of T1D.
A study by Massachusetts General Hospital found that two interventions combining up-to-date guidelines and family support reduced one-year weight gain in obese children. Clinicians who received clinical decision-support tools had better outcomes, while families who received coaching showed significant improvements in BMI.
A recent study found that an obesity intervention program with computerized clinical decision support and health coaching resulted in significant improvements in body mass index (BMI) among children. The greatest improvements were seen in children whose families and pediatricians were most faithful to the program.
Research published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology suggests that being underweight in middle age is associated with a higher risk of developing dementia. In contrast, obese middle-aged individuals are nearly 30% less likely to develop dementia than those of a healthy weight, contradicting previous research findings.
A two-year study found that workplace wellness programs can effectively reduce the number of people considered overweight or obese by almost 9 percent. Employee involvement in designing and participating in these programs was key to driving broader participation and meaningful improvements in health.
A Mayo Clinic study found that frequent attendance at work site wellness centers led to significant weight loss and healthcare cost savings. Members who visited the Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center (DAHLC) more than 360 times were 72% more likely to experience weight loss, with corresponding reductions in healthcare costs.
A new study found that obese women who develop gestational diabetes are 43 times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes if they gain 5 kg or more after pregnancy. The research emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy body weight before and after pregnancy to prevent type 2 diabetes.
A new study by the University of Vermont found that watching food TV can lead to weight gain, particularly among women who cook from scratch. The study suggests that food networks should use healthier recipes and promote cooking from scratch for optimal health benefits.
Researchers from The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia found that infant BMI-childhood obesity relationship is strong in African-American children. A better understanding of infancy growth patterns can lead to more effective early efforts at obesity prevention.
Researchers found depression to be a strong predictor of both dietary quality and BMI in low-income residents. Depression was associated with lower scores in dietary quality and higher BMI scores, suggesting mental health interventions could have broader benefits in this population.
Obesity in seniors is associated with increased hospitalizations, emergency room admissions, and outpatient healthcare use. The most severely obese group had 3.4 times the odds of inpatient admission and 1.4 times the odds of ER visit compared to healthy-weight individuals.
A study published in Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases found that people with a history of gout have a 24% lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. The researchers analyzed data from over 3.7 million people and found this protective effect, possibly due to uric acid's antioxidant properties.
A recent study published in the American Journal of Hypertension found a strong association between adolescent BMI and both systolic and diastolic blood pressures. The study, which examined over 715,000 Israeli adolescents, revealed a significant increase in obesity rates and high blood pressure among teens.
Researchers analyzed genetic samples from over 300,000 individuals to find genetic variations associated with obesity traits. They discovered 140 locations across the genome that play roles in various obesity traits, including waist-to-hip circumference ratio.
A Danish study found that children with higher BMI between 9-13 years old were more likely to develop oesophageal cancer later in life. The study suggests that childhood obesity may be directly linked to an increased risk of esophageal cancer as adults, and highlights the importance of maintaining a healthy weight in children.
Patients undergoing duodenal switch experienced greater weight loss and improvements in blood lipids, but also faced higher rates of nutritional complications. In contrast, gastric bypass resulted in better health-related quality of life for patients with severe obesity.
A new study found that surgical treatment provides significant benefit for lumbar spinal stenosis and degenerative spondylolisthesis in patients over 80, with comparable complication rates to younger patients. The benefits of surgery were similar to those in younger patients, except for pain and physical function outcomes.
A recent study found that bariatric surgery increases life expectancy for most obese diabetic patients, but decreases it for those with very high body mass indexes. For patients with a BMI over 62, the benefit of surgery is minimal.
A new study found that frequent consumption of sugary drinks is associated with an earlier onset of menstruation in girls. The researchers followed 5583 girls aged 9-14 years and found that those who drank more than 1.5 servings of sugary drinks per day had their first period 2.7 months earlier.
A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that physical inactivity is responsible for twice as many deaths as obesity. The researchers analyzed data from over 334,000 European men and women and found that even a small increase in physical activity can have significant health benefits.
Preschoolers who entered Head Start overweight or obese achieved a healthier weight status by kindergarten age compared to comparison groups. The study found that Head Start's high-quality meals, physical activity opportunities, and structure may positively influence children's BMIs.
A study published in Diabetologia found that black women working night shifts are more likely to develop diabetes than those who never work at night. The study revealed a stronger association in younger women, with increased risks of up to 39% after 10 or more years of night shift work.
A study found that bariatric surgery significantly reduced all-cause mortality rates among obese patients, with improved survival at 5 and 10 years post-surgery. The research involved 2,500 surgical patients and 7,462 control patients, and suggests a beneficial relationship between surgery and survival for severely obese adults.
Researchers found a significant impact of the FTO gene variant on body mass index (BMI) that largely depends on birth year, with stronger correlations in later years. The study suggests that broad environmental changes may alter the effect of the gene variant, highlighting the importance of considering time of birth in genetic studies.
The American Diabetes Association has lowered its recommended BMI cut point for type 2 diabetes screening in Asian Americans from 25 kg/m2 to 23 kg/m2. This change is based on evidence that many Asian Americans develop the disease at lower BMI levels than other populations.
A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that obese heart failure patients have better survival rates than normal-weight patients. Over a 10-year follow-up period, 38% of obese and 45% of overweight patients died compared to 51% of normal weight patients.
A new analysis shows that parents of children involved in an elementary school-based community intervention to prevent obesity appear to share in its health benefits. The study found a modest decrease in body mass index (BMI) among parents compared to those in control communities.
A study published in PLOS ONE found that frequent weigh-ins are essential for weight loss, with participants who weighed themselves once a week losing more weight than those who didn't. The researchers suggest weighing oneself every day can help stay on track and find the optimal time to weigh, such as Wednesday, for an accurate reading.
A study of nearly 15,000 middle-aged men and women found that those with the highest waist-to-hip ratio were twice as likely to experience sudden cardiac death as those with a normal ratio. The risk was strongly associated with central obesity, particularly around the midriff, which is thought to contribute to inflammation.
A new study published in PLOS Medicine found that even within the normal BMI range, excess fat has a negative impact on cardiometabolic risk markers. The researchers used Mendelian randomization to assess the effect of BMI increases on metabolic abnormalities in 12,664 young adults.
A genetic variant linked to heavy smoking is associated with lower BMI in current smokers but higher BMI in people who have never smoked. This difference suggests the variant influences BMI via pathways other than smoking.