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The workshop will explore the current science on measures of body composition and body fat distribution, with a focus on the strengths and limitations of body mass index (BMI) as a measure of adiposity and health, and strategies for improving communication about these issues.
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BMI and Beyond: Considering Context in Measuring Obesity and its Applications: Proceedings of a Workshop—in Brief
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·2023
The National Academies Roundtable on Obesity Solutions hosted a workshop in April 2023 exploring the current science on measures of body composition and body fat distribution with a focus on the strengths and limitations of body mass index (BMI) as a measure of adiposity and health. This workshop wa...
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