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Weight of the World: Average BMI Values for Adults Around the Globe

A new chart shows the average body mass index (BMI) values for adults around the globe revealing the countries which contain…

12 years ago

Weight is Healthy study causes controversy among obesity experts

A new study suggesting being overweight can lead to a longer life has caused controversy among obesity experts. One of…

12 years ago

Breast cancer risk appear to be greater in Type 2 diabetes post-menopausal women

Post-menopausal women who have Type 2 diabetes appear to have a 27% greater risk of developing breast cancer, experts say.…

12 years ago

Obese children’s hearts in danger while they are still in primary school

A Dutch study has found that severely obese children are putting their heart at danger even while they are still…

12 years ago

Belviq weight-loss pill approved by FDA

US health regulators have approved weight-loss pill Belviq, marking the first new drug treatment in 13 years. Belviq (lorcaserin hydrochloride),…

12 years ago

Regular chocolate consumption is related to a lower BMI

A new US research found that people who eat chocolate regularly tend to be thinner. The findings come from a…

13 years ago