Lifestyle Natters

Big changes for BMI

Recent medical guidance is reshaping how we define obesity and body health, moving beyond the traditional Body Mass Index, or BMI.  A global commission published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology now argues that BMI alone is too limited because it doesn’t account for body fat distribution, muscle mass, or overall health impact. The updated framework introduces new categories like “clinical obesity” and “pre-clinical obesity,” combining BMI with measures such as waist circumference, waist-to-hip ratio, and evidence of organ or metabolic dysfunction.  In this episode, we unpack what the new definition means, why experts say BMI has been overused for decades, and how this shift could change healthcare, diagnosis, stigma, and treatment worldwide.

50 plus - a special population?

In this episode Jimmy and Saundra share their thoughts and experiences on 50plus populations being described as a 'special population'.

Do Diets Work?

In this episode Saundra and Jimmy discuss their thoughts on this question and how they answer it when asked.

Do we need supplements?

In this episode Jimmy shares his thoughts on supplementation.  Whether its necessary, what are the benefits or drawbacks, does he take any and what should you consider before taking some yourself.

Time for a Change

Following a previous episode where Jimmy told Saundra all about his new eating approach and the benefits he was discovering, now it's Saundra's turn! In this episode Saundra shares some of her thoughts and challenges and somewhat inspired by Jimmy's grazing method, decides to embark on her own journey.