Obezitatea nu înseamnă în mod automat o sănătate precară, arată un nou studiu

A recent study published in Nature indicates that only 25% to 33% of individuals diagnosed with obesity should be considered unhealthy. The research advocates for a redefinition of obesity diagnosis, moving beyond BMI to include body fat percentage and overall health. It suggests classifying obesity into preclinical and clinical stages, with the latter indicating existing health issues. Analyzing data from nearly 850,000 adults across several countries, the study estimates that 1% to 3% of those classified as obese based solely on BMI may not fit this category under new criteria. Conversely, 5% to 9% may be newly classified as obese. The study emphasizes the need for a more accurate assessment framework for obesity, which could impact millions globally.