Is belly fat a better parameter for obesity than BMI?Belly fat (visceral fat) is often considered a better parameter for assessing obesity and its associated health risks than Body Mass Index (BMI). Belly fat reflects the fat accumulation around the abdomen and organs. This type of fat is associated with a higher risk of metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and other chronic conditions. The BMI only provides a general measure of weight in relation to height, without taking into account the distribution of fat. People with high muscle mass can have a high BMI without an increased health risk, while people with a normal BMI can still have a harmful amount of belly fat. Some studies suggest that waist circumference and waist-hip ratio are better indicators for assessing the risk of obesity-related health problems than BMI. Measuring abdominal fat provides a more direct indication of fat distribution and the associated risk of metabolic and cardiovascular disease. Source: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-024-03095-3 Author: Prof. Dr. Dirk Devroey - Latest update: 2022-02-22 - Copyright: Clinifacts 2024
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