Thursday, August 16, 2018

For Obese People, Health Risks Drop With Weight

Overweight individuals who lose more than a fifth of their body weight more than double their chances of achieving good metabolic health, compared to those who only lose a relatively small amount, according to a new study published in the journal Mayo Clinic Proceedings.

“If you’re overweight or obese, even losing just a little is better than none. But the rewards appear to be greater for those who manage to lose more,” said Greg Knell, Ph.D., the study’s lead author and a...


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source https://psychcentral.com/news/2018/08/15/for-obese-people-health-risks-drop-with-weight/137872.html

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