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Belly Fat vs. BMI: Which Better Predicts Your Heart Disease Risk?

Research shows that a person’s belly fat may be a better predictor of heart disease risk than BMI. ozgurcankaya/E+/Getty A new study reports that the amount of belly fat a person is carrying may be a better predictor of future heart disease risk than their body mass index (BMI). An unhealthy waist circumference or waist-to-hip ratio may increase your risk of heart disease by up to 50%. Speak with…

Belly Fat vs. BMI: Which Better Predicts Your Heart Disease Risk?

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