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Waist size in men could better predict risk of cancer than BMI, finds study
A study found that waist size is a better cancer risk predictor for men compared to BMI, with an extra 4 inches increasing risk by 25 per cent.
Updated on Mar 24, 2025 10:30 AM IST
Death by diabetes and your waist size are linked? Study reveals shocking results
The study observed how the waist circumference can play a significant role in determining the mortality rate.
Published on Jan 21, 2025 01:58 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das
The end of one-size-fits-all: Obesity diagnosis enters a new era
A new report from the Lancet Global Commission calls for a shift in how obesity is diagnosed, moving beyond the traditional Body Mass Index (BMI).
Published on Jan 18, 2025 04:08 PM IST
Women with diabetes, stop shrinking your waistline!
The study observed that broader waistline can lead to lesser mortality risk in women with diabetes.
Updated on Dec 06, 2024 04:39 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das
TV watching most strongly linked to obesity in kids
Children who were less active and spent more time in front of the television at four years of age were at greater risk of being affected by overweight.
Updated on Dec 11, 2019 03:49 PM IST
Indo Asian News Service | HT Correspondent, London
Structural differences in brain found in obese children
Researchers stated that it was hard to say if obesity caused these changes or whether the children are obese because their brain structures are different, according to a study published in the journal Cerebral Cortex.
Updated on Oct 25, 2019 10:19 AM IST
Asian News International | Asian News International, Washington D.c.
Breastfeeding for more than 6 months leads to smaller waist circumference
During a recent study, the researchers assessed the relationship between waist circumference measured at follow-up and self-reported history of breastfeeding duration.
Updated on Dec 15, 2018 01:09 PM IST
Asian News International | Asian News International, Washington D.c.
How planned fasting may help you reverse type 2 diabetes
Intermittent fasting may be beneficial in reversing type 2 diabetes and controlling blood glucose levels, shows this new study.
Updated on Oct 11, 2018 01:36 PM IST
Press Trust of India | HT Correspondent
Heart-healthy diet best option for cutting down on belly fat
A larger waist circumference increases the risk for cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome.
Updated on Aug 24, 2018 10:07 AM IST
Asian News International | Asian News International, Washington D.c.
Are you oversleeping? Here’s why it’s not healthy to snooze for longer hours
Just like sleeping too little, sleeping too much can be detrimental to your health. Here’s the ideal number of hours of sleep you need to stay healthy.
Updated on Jun 13, 2018 02:34 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Meenakshi Iyer
A vegetarian diet can make you healthier, boost weight loss efforts
Eating plant-based foods can lower chances of heart disease, weight gain and chronic disease, among other benefits, show the various studies presented at Nutrition 2018.
Updated on Jun 11, 2018 10:43 AM IST
Asian News International | HT Correspondent
Childhood obesity can lead to diseases such as fatty liver and diabetes
“With the rise in childhood obesity, we are seeing more kids with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in our pediatric weight management practice,” said Jennifer Woo Baidal, lead author of the paper. “Many parents know that obesity can lead to type 2 diabetes and other metabolic conditions, but there is far less awareness that obesity, even in young children, can lead to serious liver disease.”
Updated on Apr 04, 2018 02:42 PM IST
Asian News International, Washington D.C. | HT Correspondent
No deep breaths with excess weight: Belly fat can hamper your lung function
A study by French researchers suggests that belly fat can limit your ability to take a deep breath.
Updated on Apr 02, 2018 02:36 PM IST
Asian News International | Asian News International, Washington D.c.