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Monday, January 10, 2005

Obesity factors more complex than thought

AMNews: Jan. 17, 2005. Obesity factors more complex than thought ... American Medical News
It's time for a little fine-tuning when it comes to assessing the cardiovascular risk posed by excess pounds, according to new findings that could enable physicians to better identify those overweight patients at imminent peril.

A determination of body mass index might not be the only number that counts anymore. Where the fat is stored, an individual's fitness level, blood markers for inflammation and the presence of metabolic syndrome also should be considered.

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