Millions more middle-aged are obese, study suggests

Millions more middle-aged are obese, study suggests

The study is one of many which have suggested different cut-off points for BMI over the years. Yet it’s unlikely BMI will be ditched anytime soon – it’s certainly much cheaper than scanning people to quantify their body fat accurately. The researchers admit larger studies in other countries are needed to confirm the results. This … Read more

Kaylea Titford: Dad’s neglect led to obese daughter’s death – court

Kaylea Titford: Dad’s neglect led to obese daughter’s death – court

Ms Rees added: “The prosecution say that the scene – as witnessed by those that attended – together with the state in which Kaylea’s body was found demonstrate clearly that this vulnerable girl, who relied heavily on others for her welfare needs, was seriously neglected by not just one but both of her parents, who … Read more

Sperm Counts Rebound When Obese Men Shed Pounds

Sperm Counts Rebound When Obese Men Shed Pounds

By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, May 26, 2022 (HealthDay News) — When men shed extra pounds and keep them off, the health benefits may extend all the way to their sperm count, a new study finds. The study, of nearly 50 men with obesity, found that those who lost weight by following a low-calorie … Read more

Study Shows Long COVID Affects Women More Than Men

Study Shows Long COVID Affects Women More Than Men

April 25, 2022 The effects of long COVID can last a long time, especially for women, a new study says. Only 25.5% of the study participants who’d been hospitalized with long COVID reported a full recovery five months after discharge and only 28.9% reported a full recovery a year after discharge, according to the study … Read more

BMI, Waist Size, and Other Ways to See if You’re Overweight

BMI, Waist Size, and Other Ways to See if You’re Overweight

You’ve probably heard the term BMI (body mass index). It’s based on your height and weight, and it’s widely used to determine if you’re in a healthy weight range. But as it turns out, BMI alone may not be the best way to size up your shape. Taking a Closer Look at BMI Calculated from … Read more

Even With Mild COVID, Obesity May Mean Worse Symptoms

Even With Mild COVID, Obesity May Mean Worse Symptoms

One expert not part of the study, Dr. Nicholas Kman, pointed out that even vaccinated patients can get a mild case of COVID-19. “We also know that when the immune system is compromised, like in severe obesity, we don’t mount as good a response to the vaccine,” said Kman, an emergency medicine physician at … Read more