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Waist-to-height ratio more accurate in predicting heart disease risk...
Researchers analysed data from 2,721 adults who had no cardiovascular disease at baseline and were followed for more than five years.
Obesity, depression link found in middle-aged, older adults; stronger...
7 March 2024 7:00 PM ISTChronic pain conditions as a direct effect of obesity, such as joint and back pain, and fibromyalgia, too are known to result in depressive symptoms,...
From undernutrition to obesity, Lancet study unveils India’s double...
2 March 2024 5:00 PM IST"On the other hand, social factors compel them to prioritise their children's and family's health over their own. These factors present as barriers to...
Breastfeeding in infant's first three months linked with lower obesity...
14 Jan 2024 9:00 AM ISTA BMI of 25 to 29.9 is considered 'overweight', while a BMI of 30 or higher is considered 'obese'
Research shows specific genetic variant can help prevent obesity
9 Dec 2023 9:00 AM ISTThe discovery may point to new potential strategies to treat obesity, which affects more than a 100 million adults in the United States
Hidden belly fat in midlife is connected with Alzheimer's disease:...
21 Nov 2023 7:30 AM ISTThe hidden belly fat has been linked by researchers to alterations in the brain that can develop up to 15 years before the first signs of Alzheimer's...
Novo Nordisk's obesity drug can reduce heart problem risk by 20%
13 Nov 2023 2:10 PM ISTThe study conducted by the Danish pharma giant showed that the risk reductions were evident soon after initiation, suggesting an effect of semaglutide...
Vaping may increase asthma risk in adolescents, says study
19 Sept 2023 2:45 PM ISTE-cigarettes have fewer toxins than regular cigarettes but still contain a mixture of harmful chemicals and raise the risk of respiratory diseases.