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What your neck size reveals about your health

Neck circumference is linked to risks of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and sleep apnea, with thresholds of 17 inches for men and 14 inches for women indicating higher risks.

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Doctors have long relied on measurements like body mass index (BMI) and waist-to-hip ratios to assess health risks. However, researchers are increasingly focusing their attention on an unexpected indicator: neck circumference.

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Your Neck Size Could Be a Signal For Hidden Health Problems

Doctors have long relied on measurements like body mass index (BMI) and waist-to-hip ratios to assess health risks.

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What your neck size reveals about your health

Doctors have long relied on measurements like body mass index (BMI) and waist-to-hip ratios to assess health risks. However, researchers are increasingly focusing their attention on an unexpected indicator: neck circumference.

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The Size of the Neck Can Reveal Health Problems? Studies Say Yes

In addition to physical strength, the weight of the neck can hide vital health information: excess fat in this area is linked to heart problems, diabetes and sleep apnea.

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Medical Xpress broke the news in on Thursday, August 28, 2025.
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