Researchers used weight and height data to calculate kids’ BMI from ages 1 to 9, to see whether early weight trends might foretell future struggles with overweight or obesity.

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What is obesity? Obesity is a “serious, common and costly chronic disease,” according to the CDC. It is currently defined solely by an individual’s BMI.

By Faye Chiu, CNN (CNN) — For years, medical experts have defined obesity primarily based on body mass index, which measures stored fat by calculating height and weight, to determine a person ...

A commission proposed a new definition of obesity focused on how excess fat affects the body, rather than assessing body mass index, that could change clinical care.

A new definition of obesity goes beyond BMI. What this could mean for you By CNN Newsource Published January 24, 2025 4:38 am By Faye Chiu, CNN ...

Leading health experts challenge traditional BMI measurements and introduce a comprehensive new approach to diagnosing obesity, potentially affecting millions.