A new definition of obesity suggests that nearly 70% of American adults would be classified as obese, compared to 43% under the traditional BMI measure. The new criteria include a BMI over 40 or a high BMI with signs of excess body fat. The study indicates a significant increase in obesity prevalence, particularly among older adults. In Europe, obesity rates are also rising, with Romania, Malta, and Hungary having the highest rates for men. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)