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A study on redefining obesity: Are you really obese or is it a false diagnosis?

For decades, Body Mass Index (BMI) has been the standard for diagnosing obesity. A simple calculation of weight divided by height squared, it categorises individuals as underweight, normal weight, overweight or obese. But is it truly an accurate measure of obesity? Scientists and health experts are now challenging this traditional definition, calling for a more nuanced approach to diagnosis.

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