Articles tagged with Body Mass Index
The US Preventive Services Task Force recommends that clinicians screen all adult patients for obesity and offer intensive behavioral interventions. While medium- to high-intensity counseling produced small short-term improvements in cardiovascular health, the task force concludes that these interventions are more effective when delive...
A recent study by Marisa Censani found that over half of adolescents undergoing evaluation for weight-loss surgery were vitamin D deficient, with severe deficiencies present in 8% of patients. African Americans were most likely to have a deficiency, while Caucasians had the lowest rate.
A study found that adults who underwent weight-loss surgery had a significantly higher risk of developing alcohol use disorders two years after surgery. The study, which followed 1,945 participants, found that the risk was highest among those who had undergone Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery.
Two studies present findings on racial and ethnic differences in sleep duration, showing white, American-born adults sleep longer than blacks, Hispanics, Indians, and Asians. Research also indicates foreign-born Americans are less likely to report short or long sleep compared to U.S.-born Americans.
A re-analysis of data from the InterAct case-control study found that waist circumference is associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes, independent of body mass index (BMI). Waist circumference was a stronger risk factor in women than in men.
A Kaiser Permanente study found a strong association between childhood obesity and the development of idiopathic intracranial hypertension, particularly in non-Hispanic white teenage girls. The condition can result in blindness if left untreated, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.
A review of medical records suggests that obese patients present with more advanced stage and aggressive forms of papillary thyroid cancer. The study found that higher BMI was associated with more advanced disease stage at presentation, particularly in the obese and morbidly obese categories.
A retrospective analysis of 104 potential living kidney donors found that morbid obesity impedes kidney donation, with only three out of 23 morbidly obese donors able to successfully lose weight and donate. The study highlights the need for larger studies to assess the impact of obesity on kidney donation and explores ways to increase ...
A new study reveals that obesity is associated with disrupted biological rhythms and social jetlag. The research found that individuals who are overweight or obese are at increased risk for serious metabolic diseases, such as diabetes, due to a lack of sleep and an irregular body-mass index (BMI). The study suggests that lifestyle fact...
A new study found that longer commutes by automobile are associated with decreased cardiorespiratory fitness, increased weight, and other indicators of metabolic risk. Commuting distances greater than 10 miles were linked to high blood pressure.
A study published in Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine found a 12-month obesity prevention program for adolescent girls showed small changes in body composition measures. However, the small effects were not statistically significant, but still had potential clinical importance.
A new study examining sleep and body mass index (BMI) in twins found that sleeping more than nine hours a night suppresses genetic influences on body weight. Genetic influences accounted for 70% of BMI differences in short sleepers, while extended sleep reduced these factors.
A Mendelian randomization analysis found a continuous association between increased BMI and risk for ischemic heart disease, with no threshold below which BMI increase has no effect on IHD risk. The study's findings have important implications for public health policy.
New research published in PLOS Medicine reveals a strong link between body mass index (BMI) and ischemic heart disease (IHD) risk. A significant increase in BMI was found to elevate the risk of developing IHD by 50% on average, highlighting the importance of addressing obesity levels in reducing cardiovascular risk.
A Danish-British study published in PLoS Medicine reveals a direct correlation between high Body Mass Index (BMI) and the risk of developing heart disease. The research, based on data from 75,627 individuals, shows that obesity can damage heart health regardless of other factors.
A new study by The University of Manchester found that obese women face discrimination in the job market, receiving lower starting salaries than their non-overweight colleagues. Body image and conservative personalities were also linked to obesity discrimination.
Researchers found that consuming out-of-hand nuts led to higher intakes of healthy fats, fiber, and lower carbohydrate intake. This was associated with a reduced risk of hypertension and low HDL cholesterol levels in both children and adults.
A study analyzing data from 47 studies found that increasing height increases the risk of ovarian cancer by 3% per decade. For body mass index, risks vary depending on whether women have taken menopausal hormone therapy, with an attenuated relationship in never-users.
A recent study published in PLoS ONE found that the Body Mass Index (BMI) substantially under-diagnoses obesity in the US, with 39% of Americans classified as overweight being actually obese. The researchers suggest using leptin levels in conjunction with BMI to provide a more accurate measure of adiposity.
A study found that waist measures, including waist circumference and waist-to-height ratio, are associated with lipid and blood pressure assessments in overweight and obese adolescents. In contrast, body mass index alone did not show strong associations with these health markers.
A recent NIH study found that women take longer to give birth today compared to 50 years ago, with an average increase of 2.6 hours for first-time mothers. The study suggests that changes in delivery practices, including the increased use of epidural anesthesia and oxytocin, may be contributing to the longer labor duration.
Researchers at Moffitt Cancer Center found no link between body mass index (BMI) and post-surgical complications or survival rates among esophageal cancer patients. The study, published in the Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery, included 303 patients treated with chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery.
A study of 1018 adults found that those who consumed chocolate more frequently had a lower body mass index (BMI) compared to those who ate it less often. The researchers also found a positive association between chocolate consumption and improved metabolic health, including lower blood pressure and insulin sensitivity.
A new study by the University of California, San Diego, suggests that regular chocolate eaters are actually thinner than those who don't consume chocolate regularly. The research found a modest but significant association between chocolate consumption and lower body mass index, regardless of calorie intake or exercise habits.
Researchers found an association between H. pylori bacteria and elevated levels of glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c), a biomarker for blood glucose levels and diabetes. Obesity was a significant risk factor, suggesting the bacteria may play a role in developing diabetes in adults.
A recent study published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases found a significant association between H. pylori bacteria and elevated glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels in adults, particularly those with obesity. This link suggests that the bacteria may play a role in the development of type 2 diabetes.
Researchers found that walking briskly for an hour a day can reduce the genetic influence towards obesity by half. In contrast, watching TV for four hours a day increases the genetic influence by 50 percent.
Experts weigh the benefits and drawbacks of routine BMI screening in schools, considering data sharing with parents. The discussion aims to empower individuals, families, and educators to address childhood obesity through compassionate and constructive strategies.
A large study found that overweight and obese adults are more likely to have disc degeneration than those with a normal body mass index. Disc degeneration was associated with an increased number of levels of degenerated disks and greater severity of disc degeneration, including narrowing of the disc space.
A new study led by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found that physicians' body mass index (BMI) influences obesity diagnosis and care. Physicians with normal BMI were more likely to engage obese patients in weight loss discussions and diagnose obesity if they perceived the patient's BMI met or exceeded their own.
According to the study published in JAMA Network, the age-adjusted prevalence of obesity among US adults remains at 35.7%, while children and teens show a higher prevalence of obesity, with significant increases in certain demographics, particularly among non-Hispanic black men and Mexican American women.
A new study recommends using the body mass index (BMI) method to calculate expected body weights in children with eating disorders. The research found that this method is more accurate than others and can account for varying heights and weights, making it a valuable tool for clinicians and researchers.
A Case Report in The Lancet describes a woman's experience with late pulmonary complications after gastric banding, including recurrent aspiration and cavitation. The authors stress the importance of recognizing these rare but potentially misdiagnosed conditions, particularly among patients with respiratory symptoms.
A new study found that both pre-pregnant weight and weight gain during pregnancy are important predictors of babies' birthweight. Women with higher education levels had the highest offspring birthweight, highlighting the importance of a healthy weight before conception and moderate weight gain during pregnancy.
Black women exhibit a unique response to obesity, reporting higher quality of life despite similar weight gain compared to white women. Their self-esteem scores are particularly high, suggesting that body image and social norms may play a role in this phenomenon.
A new study finds that less than one-quarter of parents of overweight children recall ever being told by a doctor or healthcare provider that their children were overweight. Despite improved awareness over the last decade, this percentage remains low, suggesting a need for more effective communication strategies.
A study of 189,533 patients found that a BMI below 23.1 increased mortality risk by 40% compared to mid-range BMIs. Patients undergoing certain procedures, such as exploratory laparotomy, were also at higher risk of death.
A recent study found that individuals with mild cognitive impairment and no memory problems who had the Alzheimer's biomarkers were more likely to have a lower BMI than those without the biomarkers. This association suggests a systemic metabolic response to the disease, possibly related to damage in the hypothalamus.
According to Northwestern University researchers, over 83% of men and 72% of women will be overweight or obese in 2020. The implications of not improving cardiovascular health by 20% could lead to a reversal of declining rates of sickness and death from cardiovascular disease.
A new review of research into childhood obesity and metabolic disease in adulthood suggests that treating obesity during childhood can remove the risk of lasting harm. However, the study also found that being overweight or obese as a child may actually increase the risk of health problems later in life.
Researchers identified two key factors increasing the risk of childhood obesity: mothers' weight and smoking during pregnancy. Children born to overweight or smoking mothers were more likely to develop high-rising BMI trajectories, with over 50% obese by middle childhood.
Researchers found that slow eaters consumed significantly fewer calories than fast eaters, with whole grains taking longer to digest. The study also showed a strong association between eating rate and body mass index (BMI), suggesting that slower eating may be related to lower energy needs.
A new study suggests that migrant South Asians should be classified as obese with a BMI between 23-28 kg/m2, indicating a higher risk of developing diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The conventional definition of obesity may need to be lowered for this population to detect equivalent levels of cardiovascular risk.
A study published by the American Thoracic Society found a significant link between body weight, sleep-disordered breathing, and cognitive processing in elementary school children. The research suggests that addressing obesity through public health campaigns may have additional benefits for cognitive development and overall health.
Research reveals that people's diets are influenced by conflicting norms and environmental cues, rather than just knowledge of healthy eating. According to study findings, having strong beliefs about good eating habits is not enough to change behavior; individuals must also possess the willpower to follow their rules.
A study published in BMC Emergency Medicine found that higher body mass index (BMI) and fitness levels improve CPR performance, while lower BMI and fitness lead to decreased compression depth and fatigue. The researchers recommend changing CPR providers every two minutes to prevent tiredness from impeding proper compression.
A study of 50 overweight adults found that hormone levels influencing hunger changed after initial weight loss, leading to weight regain within a year. The research suggests that addressing hunger and considering pharmacotherapy or hormone manipulation may be key to preventing relapse.
A new study reveals that young adults with normal weight and BMI can still have atherosclerosis, highlighting the importance of measuring visceral fat. Waist circumference is a simple predictor of increased visceral adiposity and premature atherosclerosis.
A study presented at CHEST 2011 found that sleeping less than 8 hours a night may be linked to weight gain in teens. Teen males who slept 7 hours or less on weekdays had an average BMI that was 3.8 percent higher than those who slept more than 7 hours.
Research from Imperial College London found that premature babies show multiple biological signs of risks to future health, including higher blood pressure and excess fat tissue. Monitoring preterm babies into adulthood is crucial for early detection of disease.
A new study from the University of California at Merced found that adolescent girls with obesity have a significantly higher risk of developing elevated systolic blood pressure than their non-obese peers. Obesity was not as strongly linked to high blood pressure in boys, who were still more likely to develop it but to a lesser extent.
A study of over 1,100 healthy Indiana school children found that being overweight or obese nearly triples the risk of developing high blood pressure. Leptin, a protein hormone involved in body weight regulation, is also positively associated with increased blood pressure in these children.
A recent study published in The Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism found a link between shift work and increased cortisol levels. This association was discovered in individuals working shifts at a young age and may contribute to cardiovascular risk.
A new study finds that central obesity is a risk factor for asthma in adults, with those who are both centrally obese and overall obese being at highest risk. Researchers followed over 23,000 adults without asthma for 11 years to investigate the link between belly fat and lung disease.
African American women with higher BMI levels are at increased risk of death, according to a new study. A larger waist size was also associated with a higher risk of death among non-obese women, highlighting the importance of maintaining a healthy weight and reducing waist size.
A new University of Michigan Health System study found that the degree and duration of obesity in adolescents and young adults significantly increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The study also revealed that black and Hispanic individuals are more susceptible to diabetes for a given amount of excess weight over time.
A recent study found that heavier women have fewer hot flashes than their leaner counterparts after menopause. The inverse association between body size and hot flashes was observed only among older women, suggesting that age plays a significant role in this relationship.
A recent study published in Pediatric Research found that mothers with a higher pre-pregnancy body mass index (BMI) have fatter babies with more fat in their liver cells. The researchers measured the amount of fat in 105 babies' livers and bodies, finding increased liver cell fat and total fat across all BMI ranges. This study suggests...
A new tool, the Edmonton Obesity Staging System (EOSS), predicts mortality risk in overweight and obese individuals with greater accuracy than current methods. The study found that higher EOSS scores were associated with increased mortality risk, even after adjusting for BMI and metabolic syndrome.
A nationwide study found that middle school students experienced similar reductions in BMI regardless of whether they received a public health intervention or not. The results suggest that increased awareness and policy changes may be starting to change the trend of rising childhood obesity.