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Not just waistline, your neck size could reveal hidden health risks to watchout for

Published on: Sept. 1, 2025, 12:27 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Recent research suggests that neck circumference may be an important health indicator, even for people with a normal BMI. Studies show that a thicker neck is linked to higher risks of heart disease, type 2 and gestational diabetes, sleep disorders like obstructive sleep apnea, and conditions such as atrial fibrillation. Unlike BMI, neck size reflects upper-body visceral fat, which is metabolically active and can disrupt bodily functions, promote inflammation, and increase insulin resistance.

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