Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes red, itchy, and scaly patches. It can be tough to manage, but recent studies show that weight and lifestyle play a big role in how well the skin heals. People who have psoriasis often struggle with their weight. This is not a coincidence. Extra weight can make psoriasis worse. It can also make it harder for treatments to wor...
The link between excess weight and breast cancer is a hot topic in health circles. Extra pounds, often measured by a high body mass index (BMI), can up the chances of developing breast cancer. Worse yet, they can make the disease harder to beat. This is a big deal, given that too many people are overweight or obese worldwide. First, let's talk about BMI. It's a numb...
The brain is a complex network of connections. These connections are influenced by various factors, including body mass index (BMI). This is a measure of body fat based on height and weight. BMI can affect how the brain's networks are organized and how they communicate. This is particularly true for individuals with a high BMI. The study looked at 283 people wit...
AI is changing the game in medical imaging. A recent study looked into how deep learning image reconstruction (DLIR) could improve CT enterography. This is a type of scan used to check the small intestine. The study wanted to see if DLIR could outperform the usual method, called adaptive statistical iterative reconstruction-Veo (ASiR-V). They looked at image quality...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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 ...
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...