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The formula used to calculate body mass index is flawed and skewed in favor of shorter people, says Oxford University mathematician Nick Trefethen. BMI is the standard tool used to assess healthy weight and the measure by which almost all obesity statistics are calculated. More
You know that BMI (body mass index) calculation that said you were overweight? It was wrong. But, before you rejoice, you should know that there’s a good chance it should have said you were obese instead.
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A couple of weeks ago we reported that a new study said snacking could derail our diets. But now a new study (one that we like a whole lot better) says those of us who nibble in between meals don’t see any differences in our waistlines than those who swear off the snacks. So of course, we’re choosing to listen to the research that doesn’t give us a major guilt complex over all of those Santa-shaped cookies, reindeer truffles and red- and green-sprinkled doughnuts. Here’s why. More
A Columbia University economics professor is studying the effect of extra weight on men and women’s potential in ‘the marriage market.’ Pierre-Andre Chiappori, whose working paper is actually titled ‘Fatter Attraction: Anthropometric and Socioeconomic Matching on the Marriage Market,’ says his research has found hot women are more likely to forgive extra pounds on men who are rich (duh?). Men are more likely to be with higher-BMI women when those women are more highly-educated. More
Previous research has found that, compared to lean individuals, overweight or obese folks exhibit structural differences in regions of the brain linked to reward-processing and hunger regulation. Now, German neuroscientists looking at gender-differences in the brain structures of overweight men and women have uncovered a surprising result: Obese women show additional differences in the brain regions linked to impulse-control compared to woman with normal-range BMIs. More
You don’t need anyone to remind you that you’re fat and need to lose weight. Or so you think: New research says that just talking to your doctor could help you lose weight. And in some cases, all patients may need is a quick talk with a physician to help them lose weight. But just like outside of the doctor’s office, many aren’t comfortable with calling out patients on their weight, and some say it could be damaging for weight loss efforts in the long run. So what’s a physician to do? More
It’s that time of year, again: As we set our goals towards weight loss, it’s inevitable that we pull out the bathroom scale, measuring tape, skinny jeans, full-length mirror, and start taking notes. There are several people more qualified than myself who will tell you to ditch the scale and measure your net losses and gains by gazing into a mirror, observing the fit of your jeans, or tapping into how you really feel in your own skin. But I’m calling bullshit: If you’re trying to lose weight, you need an occasional visit with the scale. And you also need to build a healthy relationship with it. More
Keep Your BMI In Check – Studies say that just being a little overweight is a health risk, not just obesity. (TIME)
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“Chubby with a high body mass index” might not be part of your ideal man’s personal ad, but if you want a real stallion in bed, researchers are saying that fat men make better sexual partners. Or at least, they last longer in bed. The reasoning? Men with more body fat have higher levels of estrogen, which makes reaching orgasm take longer. The study, which evaluated male sexual performance over a year-long period, found that on average, men with higher BMIs lasted about seven minutes longer than slimmer dudes. More
Osteoporosis might seem like fodder for grandmas, but checking your bone density might be a good idea long before you’re in nursing home territory. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) is suggesting that at-risk women get screened for Osteoporosis … More
Women Who Live Near Restaurants Are Fatter: A new University of Buffalo study found that women who live within a five-minute walk of a restaurant are more likely to have a higher body mass index. The study also found that women who live near a supermarket or grocery store were likely to have lower BMIs than women who live near a convenience store. (via UPI)
Lots of complaints have been voiced about using body mass index (BMI) to gauge healthy body weight. The number is often inaccurate for muscular athletes or older people. Experts are saying that neck circumference could be the best way to … More
How much do you really know about your health? You may think you know all the ins and outs of staying well, but our daily Health Smarts Quiz will test your knowledge on the spot. Answer our question, below, and … More
