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A new obesity definition released earlier this year significantly increases the estimated rate of obesity in the U.S. The new criteria includes body measurements such as waist circumference, waist-to-height ratio, and waist-to-hip ratio, alongside BMI. By incorporating these measures, it raises obesity rates dramatically, according to a recent study.
In the past, obesity was identified by a high body mass index (BMI), calculated as an individual’s weight divided by their height. For years, some have viewed BMI as an outdated measure, and the new definition may offer greater accuracy.
Researchers examined the U.S.-based All of Us database to assess obesity rates using the new definition. Their study of over 300,000 Americans revealed that obesity rates in the U.S. climbed to 68.6%, marking a 60% increase from the previous figure.
The study introduced the distinction between clinical and preclinical obesity. The new definition differentiates preclinical obesity from clinical obesity, the latter characterized by obesity-related physical limitations or organ issues.
The study’s findings suggest that the updated clinical obesity definition effectively identifies individuals with obesity who face the greatest long-term risks of developing diabetes, cardiovascular issues, and mortality.
The results endorse the revised obesity definition, showing that individuals classified as "obese" face heightened health risks.With nearly 70% of U.S. adults now classified as having excess body fat, there’s a critical need to identify and prioritize appropriate interventions for different obesity levels and effective treatment strategies.
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Implications of a New Obesity Definition Among the All of Us Cohort
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