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The Limitations of BMI

BMI is used by doctors and insurance companies to evaluate personal health risks. Danielle Kelvas, MD, discusses what BMI misses and what to do about it.

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May 17, 2022
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Insulin Resistance and Prediabetes: Symptoms, Risk Factors, and What You Can Do

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,
Medical Writer
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Nutrition

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,
Medical & Health Writer
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Health Writer & Medical Reviewer
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,
Medical & Health Writer
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Health Benefits of Eating More Mushrooms

By
Peter Palmieri, MD
,
Health Writer & Medical Reviewer
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Weight Loss

Medications That Can Cause Weight Gain

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Cathleen McKnight, DNP, MS, NP-C, NCMP
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Women's Health Writer
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Improving Sleep Quality: How to Not Wake Up Tired

By
Peter Palmieri, MD
,
Health Writer & Medical Reviewer
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Fruits And Vegetables: Eating Colors For Optimal Health

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Peter Palmieri, MD
,
Health Writer & Medical Reviewer
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How to Boost Your Brain Health

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,
Health Writer & Medical Reviewer
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Can You Lose Weight Without Exercise?

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Medical Writer
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Bio-Individuality: What It Is & Why It Matters For Weight Loss

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Andrew J. Funk, DC, DACNB
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Health & Science Writer
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Weight Loss

How to Start Living a Healthy Lifestyle

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Health & Science Writer
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Benefits of Sustainable Weight Loss

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,
Health & Science Writer
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The Science Behind Weight Loss for Women

By
Leann Poston, MD, MBA, M.Ed
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Medical Writer
November 23, 2021
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