A recent study led by the University of Sydney Charles Perkins Centre observed medical data from nearly half a million people and found that people who are ob
A study led by the University of Sydney's Charles Perkins Centre observed medical data from nearly half a million people and found that people who are obese and overweight worsen the liver-damaging effects of alcohol. The researchers drew upon data from the UK Biobank - a large-scale biomedical cohort study containing in-depth biological, behavioral, and health information from participants in the United Kingdom (UK). Information was examined from 465,437 people aged 40 to 69 years, with medical and health details collected over an average of 10.5 years. Lead author Dr. Elif Inan-Eroglu, a postdoctoral research fellow with the Charles Perkins Centre, said the results suggest people carrying excess weight may need to be more aware of risks around alcohol consumption. A BMI of over 25 denotes overweight, and over 30 denotes obesity.
A new study shows alcohol and obesity don't mix well when it comes to your risk of liver disease. In this episode of NewsMD's podcast, "Health Fusion," Viv Williams looks into what the study reveals about how alcohol and obesity could harm your health.
Health Fusion: Alcohol, obesity and your risk of liver disease
A new study shows alcohol and obesity don t mix well when it comes to your risk of liver disease. In this episode of NewsMD s podcast, Health Fusion, Viv Williams looks into what the study reveals about how alcohol and obesity could harm your health. Written By: Vivien Williams | 1:36 pm, Jun. 2, 2021
A quick Google search of the terms, health risks of obesity, results in a plethora of articles stating that obesity ups your chances of health problems, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes and some cancers. Authors of a new study report that if you re overweight or obese and you drink alcohol, you can add another issue to that list a significant increase in your risk of liver disease and mortality.