Body Mass Index

Investigating the association between dietary habits and metabolic health risks in non-communicable diseases

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From a recent study published in Scientific reports, researchers identified and evaluated the associations between major dietary patterns and metabolic risk factors in adults from northwestern Ethiopia. Study: Dietary patterns and associations with metabolic risk factors for non-communicable diseases. Image credits: Serhiy Stakhnyk/Shutterstock.com Background Metabolic risk factors such as abdominal obesity, high body mass index … Read more

Can loneliness lead to diabetes? New research reveals the role of physical activity and BMI

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This is evident from a recent study published in the journal Nutrientsresearchers evaluate the mediating effects of physical activity, body mass index (BMI), and diet quality on the association between loneliness and diabetes. Study: The association between loneliness and diabetes is mediated by physical activity and BMI, but not by diet quality. Image credits: asylsun … Read more