BODY MASS INDEX

Apr 13 2025HEALTH

How Eating Habits, Body Weight, and Gender Affect Constipation in Peru

Constipation is a widespread issue in Peru. It affects how people live their daily lives. Many people do not know that what they eat, how much they weigh, and their gender can all play a role in this problem. This is not just about one factor. It is about how these factors work together. A study looked at 404 adults in Peru. They wanted to see how eating habits...

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Apr 12 2025HEALTH

Uncovering Hidden Genes: The African Ancestry Connection to Obesity

Obesity is a serious health problem that often leads to early death. Most studies on body mass index (BMI) have focused on people of European background. A recent study looked at the DNA of 88, 873 people from the Trans-Omics for Precision Medicine (TOPMed) Program. Half of these participants came from non-European backgrounds. The study used a method called whole-g...

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Apr 07 2025HEALTH

How Weight Affects Leg Strength in Kids

Many people know that carrying extra weight can lead to health problems. But how does it affect kids and teens? A study looked into this by checking the link between body mass index (BMI) and leg power in young people. The researchers wanted to see if there was a simple or more complex relationship between these two factors. The study involved 863 school-aged kids,...

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Mar 01 2025HEALTH

How Kids Burn Fat: The Surprising Role of Fitness and Body Size

Did you ever wonder how kids burn fat during exercise? Let's dive into a fascinating study that looked at how pre-pubertal children burn fat while exercising on a stationary bike. The study focused on a few key factors: how fit the kids were, their body size, and how much fat they had. First, let's talk about fitness. The study found that kids who were more...

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

How HIV affects body weight in Eastern Ethiopia

HIV has been a heavyweight on global health for a long time. A simple way to check if a person's weight is healthy is to use Body Mass Index (BMI). In many places with few resources, BMI is a big deal for folks starting HIV treatment. It can show if they might get sick or even worse. In Ethiopia, especially in the east, not much is known about how BMI changes ...

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Jan 23 2025EDUCATION

Naval Evacuation: How Embarked Contingent Characteristics Matter

In 2009, the Naval Ship Code (NSC) was introduced to standardize rules for NATO naval forces. A study by the Spanish Navy General Staff (EMA) aimed to understand how factors like age, body mass index (BMI), and seniority of onboard personnel affect their ability to move during an evacuation. The study confirmed that these characteristics play a significant role in ho...

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Dec 24 2024HEALTH

How Body Weight Shapes the Link Between Food Allergies and Colorectal Adenomas in China

Colorectal adenomas, often called CAs, are common in China and can lead to colorectal cancer. Lifestyle changes have made these growths even more common. We know eating fiber lowers the risk of these adenomas. However, scientists are still trying to figure out how food allergies, detected by checking specific serum immunoglobulin G reactions (FSsIgGR), might play a r...

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Tracking Mom's Routine: A Study on Post-Pregnancy Weight and Breastfeeding

Did you know that many moms around the world struggle with keeping their weight in check after giving birth? This can lead to health issues for both mom and baby. Scientists are exploring ways to help these moms. One method they're testing is using electronic devices to keep track of mom's daily routine. This isn't just about counting steps, but also helping moms mak...

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