Redefining obesity: advancing care for better lives

The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology

06 Feb 2025

Redefining obesity: advancing care for better lives

The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology Commission introduces a groundbreaking redefinition of obesity, distinguishing between clinical obesity (a chronic disease) and preclinical obesity (a risk factor). This new approach moves beyond BMI, paving the way for more precise diagnosis, treatment, and global health policy updates.