Is BMI outdated? UK study reveals waist-hip ratio as the key predictor of mortality

BMI is helpful, but measuring waist-to-hip ratio gives more detailed information about health risks related to body fat distribution.

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Is BMI outdated? UK study reveals waist-hip ratio as the key predictor of mortality