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India's obesity guidelines 2025
January 19 , 2025
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- India has finally introduced updated guidelines to address the country's unique health challenges, after 15 years.
- Till now, it relying on the body mass index (BMI) as a primary measure of obesity.
- The revised framework offers a more comprehensive approach to the obesity diagnosis and treatment.
- It emphasises the need for a tailored strategy for tackling obesity and related health risks among Indians.
- A two-stage classification system for obesity; Stage 1 and Stage 2 obesity.
- Stage 1 Obesity is referred to as increased body fat without significant impact on organ function or daily activities (BMI > 23 kg/m²).
- Stage 2 Obesity is referred to as advanced obesity characterised by abdominal adiposity, high waist circumference, and organ impairment.
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