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Obesity (BMI ≥ 30 kg/m²) is a primary driver of increased mortality risk, with relative risk of death increasing in a nonlinear manner as BMI rises.
Maintaining a healthy body weight is not just about appearance; it is a critical factor in longevity. The risk of death rises sharply as BMI increases, particularly above 30 kg/m². Prioritizing weight management through sustainable lifestyle changes is one of the most effective actions to reduce the risk of chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.
The result of these associations is that the relative risk of death increases with BMI in a nonlinear manner (Table 1)[36].
Why this rating
The paper is a review article citing multiple large-scale epidemiological studies and government reports, though it lacks primary experimental data itself.
Source
The rising prevalence of obesity: part A: impact on public health
Maliha Agha et al. · International Journal of Surgery Oncology · 2017
DOI 10.1097/ij9.0000000000000017
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