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Health experts worldwide are calling for better ways to measure obesity, saying that the Body Mass Index (BMI) alone is not reliable. BMI has been widely used to check if a person is overweight or obese by comparing their weight to their height. However, doctors now believe that this method does not give a full picture of a person's health.  

A group of 56 health specialists from the International Commission for Clinical Obesity suggests using more detailed checks. They recommend measuring waist size, waist-to-height ratio, and body fat percentage. These extra checks can show how fat affects a person’s organs and daily life, giving a clearer idea of their health risks.  

The experts also propose splitting obesity into two types. The first is "clinical obesity," where extra fat causes health problems, and the second is "pre-clinical obesity," where a person has more fat but no serious health issues yet. This new way of thinking can help doctors give better and more personal treatment.  

Many people have been wrongly labeled as obese using BMI, especially athletes or people with more muscle. BMI does not show where fat is stored in the body, which is important for understanding health risks. A more complete method can help doctors find at-risk patients and offer the right care.  

More than 75 health groups worldwide support these changes. Although using new methods might take more time and training, experts believe it will improve how obesity is treated and help people live healthier lives.