The most popular way to measure your ideal weight and to identify whether or not you have a healthy weight is to use the BMI scale short for Body Mass Index.
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Aug
10
Obese nations a worldwide problem
Jul
02
Women are more likely to become obese when they stop smoking
A recent study has shown that women who do not smoke are more likely to be obese than those who do. Furthermore, the study claims those non-smoking women are more likely to be obese and die of associated illnesses than those who smoke. This study was carried out with 8000 women who were recruited from 1972 to 1976. The study was led by Dr Laurence Gruer from NHS Health Scotland. The study concluded that 60% of non-smokers were overweight or obese compared with 40% of those who smoked and that the extra weight carried by the non-smokers acted as a major contributor to premature death.
Mar
14
The measure of obesity a cause of confusion
We all know being obese is bad for us as the health implications are evident. However, the ways in which we measure obesity seem to be causing problems. BMI or not BMI? Apples or pears?
Jan
29
Air France denies plans to charge double fares for obese passengers
Johnny Depp is dead and Air France is going to charge obese passengers double fares. These are two of the headlines that have hit the news this month and as Johnny Depp is still alive and as gorgeous as ever, it is easy to see how news can be misreported and twisted to enable a good story. This is what has happened when a statement by a spokesman from Air France was misreported and started the aviation rumours flying. Air France has in fact asked obese passengers to voluntarily buy 2 seats since 2008. “It is not an obligation; we suggest to such passengers they buy a second seat for their own comfort and in order to be sure the seats are adapted to their needs. If the plane is not full, they can get a refund,” Air France spokesman Jean-Pierre Lefebvre said.
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