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Among all the fat profiles identified, the “pancreatic-predominant” and “skinny fat” patterns were most strongly associated ...

The novel metabolic predictor emphasizes central adiposity, while integrating metabolites and other measures of metabolic ...

In 2008, Japan introduced the “Metabo Law,” short for the Metabolic Syndrome Countermeasures Promotion Act, which included ...

Where your body stores fat may matter just as much as how much you carry—especially for your brain. Using advanced MRI scans and data from nearly 26,000 people, researchers identified two surprising ...

High midlife insulin leads to earlier and longer hot flashes, night sweats, and cold sweats. Find out how insulin levels ...

The effect of obesity on brain health may depend not only on how much fat is in the body, but also on the areas of the body where fat is stored, according to a study published today in Radiology , the ...

A combined FFI may provide better risk stratification for cardiovascular mortality than standalone measures of fitness or ...

Research suggests there is not clear consensus about preferred terms to describe body size. Terms to describe body size in medical settings are often viewed as offensive to patients. Terms used to ...

High blood pressure seldom produces noticeable symptoms, yet it significantly raises the likelihood of developing serious ...

Are oats really a homemade fix for weight loss and high cholesterol? Many people are turning to blended oats, mixing it with water or juice, lemon or cinnamon in the hope that it can help lower ...

Adult obesity in the United States has gone up over the past 30 years. Here's a look at why.