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  • Posted January 15, 2025

Is the Definition of Obesity About to Change?

An international group of medical experts says body mass index is not a reliable way to diagnose obesity. Members of the Commission on Clinical Obesity are recommending new methods that also consider location of excess body fat and objective symptoms of disease.

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