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Pennington Biomedical Researchers Join Global Commission to Redefine Obesity as a Disease Beyond BMI
- Pennington Biomedical researchers have contributed to the Lancet Commission on Clinical Obesity, aimed at redefining the approach to diagnosing obesity as a clinical condition.
- The commission is made up of a diverse group who address obesity as requiring comprehensive evaluation and treatment.
- The approach proposed seeks to add depth to the definition of obesity and broadens it to include various assessments such as the measure of excess body fat.
- The commission distinguishes between clinical and pre-clinical obesity, with clinical obesity describing a state where excess body fat contributes to severe disruptions in normal body functions.
- This redefined classification will streamline treatment procedures and healthcare practices related to obesity.
- The suggestion here signifies an unprecedented shift towards a structured medical understanding of the disease.
- The center’s contribution to contemporary obesity treatment programs reflects its ongoing commitment to confronting the obesity epidemic.
- Medical professionals worldwide will benefit from the organized and cohesive definition and diagnostic criteria.
- The researchers advocate for systemic reforms in how obesity is perceived, diagnosed, and treated, ensuring that the latest methodologies and research findings are integrated into clinical practices.
- The Lancet Commission’s work represents an emblematic shift towards an evidence-based, patient-centered strategy in tackling this pressing health crisis.
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