This article explores BMI’s history, its flaws in assessing health, and the benefits of body composition analysis, with insights on obesity, lifestyle changes, and bariatric surgery.
Body Mass Index (BMI): A Useful Tool, But Far from Perfect

This article explores BMI’s history, its flaws in assessing health, and the benefits of body composition analysis, with insights on obesity, lifestyle changes, and bariatric surgery.
Bilio-Pancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch is a type of bariatric surgery that combines restrictive and malabsorptive techniques to achieve weight loss.
When discussing obesity, the immediate concerns often revolve around heart disease, diabetes, and joint problems. Very rarely we discuss obesity and cancer risk. However, emerging research sheds light on another critical aspect: the link between obesity and cancer. Mayo Clinic reports that certain cancers, including endometrial, ovarian, colon, liver, pancreatic,…
Weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, has become increasingly popular in recent years as a tool for people struggling with obesity. While weight loss surgery can provide many benefits, such as improved health and quality of life, it can also lead to certain complications, including vitamin deficiencies. Vitamin…
In recent years, the world has seen an increase in obesity rates. This has become a major health concern, as obesity is associated with various health problems such as heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. While there are many factors that contribute to obesity, one that has received increased attention…
Recent Comments