Monday, May 11, 2015

European Congress on Obesity: some news

BMI a bad guide to health

Body mass index is not a reliable guide to heart health, says a UK scientist. The ratio of people's waist to height measurements is a better indicator, she says.

More moderately obese people married

Moderately obese people are more likely to be married than people of healthy weight, but severely obese people are more likely to be single, say Greek researchers.

Fruits and vegies most filling

People regard low fat, low calorie, high fibre and more expensive foods - such as fresh fruit and vegies - as the best at sating hunger, while sweets, biscuits and crisps are seen as the least satisfying, according to UK research.