Vanguard· 2h ago· 1 min read
By Sola Ogundipe
What do you weigh? Do you have a big or small waistline? Whatever the answer, this should interest you. Most people assess their weight with a quick glance at the bathroom scale. If the number falls within a comfortable range, they assume there’s little cause for concern. But health experts say the bathroom scale doesn’t always reveal what’s really going on. In many cases, a tape measure wrapped around the waist can offer a far more accurate picture of a person’s health.
What your waistline is really telling you
In many Nigerian households, a protruding stomach is still viewed as a sign of prosperity, comfort or successful ageing. Medical evidence increasingly suggests otherwise. That expanding waistline may be one of the earliest warning signs of diabetes, heart disease, stroke, joint problems and fertility challenges.
Obesity affects both men and women, but women…
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