Small steps in understanding

One idea at a time.

A few minutes, a clear explanation and three questions to help you put the idea into words.

BMI is a starting point

BMI relates weight to height. It is a screening measure, not a complete description of a person’s health.

Sleep is part of health, including the signals involved in hunger and fullness. Feeling hungrier after too little sleep is not a character flaw.

A familiar ingredient name is only one part of a medicine’s identity. The brand, formulation and approved uses matter too.