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An easy waist measurement may reveal more about longevity as you age than BMI - CNN

Published by CNN By Faye Chiu · 26 August 2026 at 15:00
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An easy waist measurement may reveal more about longevity as you age than BMI - CNN
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As you age, the link between weight and health is more than just a number on the scale. CNN contributor Dr. Leana Wen explains what a new study reveals about BMI and body fat.

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