scholarly journals General adiposity and adipose tissue distribution in young women from Warsaw

2014 ◽  
Vol 83 (2) ◽  
pp. 122-126
Author(s):  
Anna Kopiczko ◽  
Joanna Cieplińska
Keyword(s):  
Cardiovascular Disease ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Adipose Tissue ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Tissue Distribution ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Young Women ◽  
Body Height ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Adipose Tissue Distribution

Aim. The aim of this study was to determine the overall adiposity and adipose tissue distribution in young women from Warsaw.Material and methods. The study covered 550 women from Warsaw. The following research methods were applied: bioelectric impedance, measurement of body weight, body height, waist and hip circumference, body mass index (BMI), adipose tissue distribution Waist-to-Hip Ratio (WHR), Waist-to-Height Ratio (WHtR); waist circumference was also analyzed based on the criterion of the International Diabetes Federation (IDF).Results. The average value of body mass index pointed to the correct values within 18.5–24.9 kg/m2 range, while the BMI distribution in the studied group covered a wide range, starting from values characteristic for the state of emaciation up to values indicating IIIo obesity. Analysis of adipose tissue distribution based on WHR indicator showed existence of central adiposity, or abdominal adiposity, in case of more than 60% of the surveyed women. However, based on WHtR indicator that takes into account waist circumference and body height, abdominal obesity was found in case of slightly more than 30% of women. Analysis of the waist circumference measurement showed that abdominal (visceral) adiposity was found in case of half of the surveyed women. Average overall adiposity was 18.5 kg. Adiposity on the left and right sides of the individual body segments did not differ significantly.Conclusion. Overweight and obesity connected to the risk of developing cardiovascular disease exist among young women from Warsaw. Among the surveyed women a significant percentage of people with abdominal (central) type of adiposity was found, which creates the increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Prevention of cardiovascular disease should be based not only on the assessment of the overall adipose tissue and BMI but also on the assessment of its distribution in the body. Young women from Warsaw should be covered by preventive actions in order to prevent the development of cardiovascular disease through health education programs.

scholarly journals Body height and waist circumference of young Swiss men as assessed by 3D laser-based photonic scans and by manual anthropometric measurements

PeerJ ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. e8095 ◽  
Author(s):  
Claudia Beckmann ◽  
Lafi Aldakak ◽  
Patrick Eppenberger ◽  
Frank Rühli ◽  
Kaspar Staub ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Body Height ◽  
Bioelectrical Impedance ◽  
Impedance Analysis ◽  
Systematic Difference ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
The Body ◽  
Body Scan

Overweight and obesity are considered among the major health concerns worldwide. The body mass index is a frequently used measure for overweight and obesity and is associated with common non-communicable diseases such as diabetes type II, cardiovascular diseases and certain cancers. However, the body mass index does not account for the distribution of body fat and relative fat to muscle mass. 3D laser-based photonic full body scans provide detailed information on various body circumferences, surfaces, and volumes as well as body height and weight (using an integrated scale). In the literature, body scans showed good feasibility, reliability, and validity, while also demonstrating a good correlation with health parameters linked to the metabolic syndrome. However, systematic differences between body scan derived measurements and manual measurements remain an issue. This study aimed to assess these systematic differences for body height, waist circumference, and body mass index using cross-sectional data from a homogenous sample of 52 young Swiss male volunteers. In addition to 3D laser-based photonic full body scans and correlative manual measurements, body fat distribution was assessed through bioelectrical impedance analysis. Overall, an excellent correlation was found between measurements of waist circumference and body mass index, and good correlation between body mass index and total fat mass, as well as between waist circumference and visceral fat mass as assessed by bioelectrical impedance analysis. Volunteers were shorter in height measured by body scan when compared to manual measurements. This systematic difference became smaller when volunteers stood in the scanner in a completely upright position with their feet together. Waist circumference was slightly smaller for manual measurements than for body scan derived values. This systematic difference was larger in overweight volunteers compared to leaner volunteers.

scholarly journals Change in overweight and obesity prevalence and adipose tissue distribution in seven-year-old Czech children (COSI project) 2008 to 2016

2020 ◽  
Vol 79 (OCE2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Marie Kunesova ◽  
Radka Raxová Braunerová ◽  
Bohuslav Procházka ◽  
Jana Vignerova ◽  
Tereza Metelcova ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Adipose Tissue ◽  
Childhood Obesity ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Tissue Distribution ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Obesity Prevalence ◽  
Height Ratio ◽  
Adipose Tissue Distribution ◽  
Frequent Consumption ◽  
Waist To Height Ratio

Introduction:Adipose tissue distribution is one of the factors influencing development of cardiometabolic complications associated with overweight and obesity. Waist circumference and waist/height ratio (WHtR) are markers of central adipose tissue distribution The aim of the study was to compare overweight/obesity and adipose tissue distribution in 7 year old Czech children and change in overweight/obesity and abdominal obesity from 2008 to 2016. WHO Europe initiated surveillance of childhood obesity (Childhood Obesity Surveillance Initiative COSI) in 2007/2008(1).Methods:In representative samples of 7 year old children weight, height, waist and hip circumference were measured and BMI and waist to height ratio were calculated in years 2008, 2010, 2013 and 2016. Statistical analysis was done using Statgraphics.Results and discussion:Since 2008 we found that overweight and obesity prevalence in 7- year-old children in the Czech Republic has been stable. In boys mild shift from overweight to obesity was observed. In 2016 preobesity was found in 7.6% of boys and in 6.5% of girls, obesity in 8.8% of boys and 6.5 % of girls (according to the Czech reference values). The main factors contributing to preobesity and obesity development were lower education of mother, less frequent consumption of breakfast, less frequent consumption of full milk and less time spent playing outside. Higher weight of parents, family history of obesity, higher birth weight and longer screen time were associated with higher prevalence of overweight and obesity.Waist circumference and waist to height ratio in all children increased in period 2008–2016. WHtR > 0.5 was suggested as a marker of abdominal adipose tissue distribution in children(2). We evaluated percentage of children with WHtR higher than 0.5 in 2008–2016. The difference was statistically significant. In 2016, 24 per cent of children with WHtR > 0.5 had normal BMI. Assessment of waist and WHtR may contribute to identify children with increased health risk.Conclusion:Overweight and obesity prevalence in Czech 7-year-old children is not increasing in last years. Waist measurement and waist to height ratio assessment are simple indicators of adipose tissue distribution in children. Further studies are necessary for evaluation of their role in childhood obesity diagnostics.

ASSOCIATION BETWEEN SHORT SLEEP DURATION AND OBESITY IN MEDICAL STUDENTS

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 242 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tapaswini Mishra ◽  
Dipti Mohapatra ◽  
Manasi Behera ◽  
Srimannarayan Mishra
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Sleep Duration ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
The Body ◽  
Short Sleep Duration ◽  
Short Sleep ◽  
Obese Class

ABSTRACTObjective: Adequate sleep has been considered important for the adolescent’s health and well-being. On the other hand, self-imposed sleepcurtailment is now recognized as a potentially important and novel risk factor for obesity. The objective of the study is to find the association betweenshort sleep duration and obesity (by calculating the body mass index [BMI]) among medical students.Methods: The study was conducted on 100 medical students. A brief history of sleep duration was taken. The height and weight were taken and thebody mass index (BMI) was calculated by formula weight in kg / height in m. Based on the BMI criteria the students were classified into six groups:Underweight, normal, overweight, obese class I, obese class II and obese III. The waist circumference (WC) was also taken. The data obtained werestatistically analysed by ANOVA test and the p < 0.5 was considered significant.2Results: The present cross-sectional study showed that there is an association between short sleep duration and obesity which was highly significant(p<0.001). This study also shows that there is an association between short sleep duration and waist circumference which was also highly significant(p<0.001).Conclusion: The present study observed a high association of short sleep duration among medical students of IMS and SUM Hospital and that shortsleep duration was significantly associated with increased risk of overweight and obesity. We should further investigate whether adults adopting ahealthy lifestyle with short sleep duration would improve their sleeping habits or not.Keywords: Sleep duration, Body mass index, Waist circumference, Obesity.

scholarly journals Volumes of coronary plaque disease in relation to body mass index, waist circumference, truncal fat mass and epicardial adipose tissue in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and controls

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 328-336 ◽  
Author(s):  
Søren Gullaksen ◽  
Kristian Løkke Funck ◽  
Esben Laugesen ◽  
Troels Krarup Hansen ◽  
Damini Dey ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Adipose Tissue ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Fat Mass ◽  
Epicardial Adipose Tissue ◽  
Fat Distribution ◽  
Coronary Plaque ◽  
Calcified Plaque ◽  
Regional Fat Distribution

Objectives: Coronary atherosclerosis in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus may be promoted by regional fat distribution. We investigated the association between anthropometric measures of obesity, truncal fat mass, epicardial adipose tissue and coronary atherosclerosis in asymptomatic patients and matched controls. Methods: We examined 44 patients and 59 controls [mean (standard deviation) age 64.4 ± 9.9 vs 61.8 ± 9.7, male 50% vs 47%, diabetes duration mean (standard deviation) 7.7 ± 1.5] with coronary computed tomography angiography. Coronary plaques were quantified as total, calcified, non-calcified and low-density non-calcified plaque volumes (mm3). Regional fat distribution was assessed by dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry, body mass index (kg/m2), waist circumference (cm) and epicardial fat volume (mm3). Endothelial function and systemic inflammation were evaluated by peripheral arterial tonometry (log transformed Reactive Hyperemia Index) and C-reactive protein (mg/L). Results: Body mass index and waist circumference ( p < 0.02) were associated with coronary plaque volumes. Body mass index was associated with low-density non-calcified plaque volume after adjustment for age, sex and diabetes status ( p < 0.01). Truncal fat mass ( p > 0.51), waist circumference ( p > 0.06) and epicardial adipose tissue ( p > 0.17) were not associated with coronary plaque volumes in adjusted analyses. Conclusion: Body mass index is associated with coronary plaque volumes in diabetic as well as non-diabetic individuals.

Tendencies Of Body Mass Index And Waist Circumference Along With Aging In Middle-Aged Lithuanian Women Without Overt Cardiovascular Disease

2019 ◽  
Vol 287 ◽  
pp. e183
Author(s):  
Z. Petrulioniene ◽  
E. Rinkuniene ◽  
U. Gargalskaite ◽  
S. Kutkiene ◽  
V. Dzenkeviciute ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cardiovascular Disease ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Middle Aged

Comparison of waist circumference with body mass index for predicting abdominal adipose tissue

2009 ◽  
Vol 83 (1) ◽  
pp. 100-105 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rie Oka ◽  
Katsuyuki Miura ◽  
Masaru Sakurai ◽  
Koshi Nakamura ◽  
Kunimasa Yagi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Adipose Tissue ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Abdominal Adipose Tissue
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