Belly fat predicts heart risks better than BMI
New research suggests that belly fat may be a better indicator of heart disease risk than BMI.
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What is central adiposity?
Central adiposity refers to excess fat around the midsection, often measured by waist size.
Why is belly fat a better predictor of heart disease?
Belly fat is more metabolically active and is linked to higher risks of cardiovascular issues.
Will this change how doctors assess heart risk?
The study does not yet specify how this new information will change clinical practice.
Where it stands
People may need to rethink how they assess their heart health. For years, Body Mass Index (BMI) has been the go-to metric for evaluating cardiovascular risk. However, recent findings challenge this convention. The evidence is clear: abdominal fat is a more accurate predictor of heart disease than BMI.
The American College of Cardiology, Medscape, Medical Xpress, MedPage Today and The Telegraph all note that central adiposity, or belly fat, is a stronger indicator of cardiovascular outcomes. The Telegraph and MedPage Today both emphasize that waist size matters independently of BMI. The American College of Cardiology, Medscape and Medical Xpress all refer to a study that supports this finding. The study does not yet specify how this new information will change clinical practice.
Will doctors start measuring waist size more routinely? Will public health guidelines be updated to reflect this new understanding? These questions remain unanswered.
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The reporting (5)
- Beyond BMI: Additional Measures Better Predict CV Risk Medscape · 3h ago
- Abdominal fat predicts heart disease risk better than BMI, study shows Medical Xpress · 3h ago
- Central Adiposity as Predictor of CV Outcomes American College of Cardiology · 3h ago
- BMI Aside, Waist Size Matters for Cardiovascular Risks MedPage Today · 3h ago
- Belly fat predicts heart risks better than BMI The Telegraph · 3h ago
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