scholarly journals Ten-year trends (2000-2010) in bias of self-reported weight, height and body mass index in a Mediterranean adult population

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria del Mar Bibiloni ◽  
Josep Ll. Coll ◽  
Rogelio Salas ◽  
Jordi Pich ◽  
Antoni Pons ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Balearic Islands ◽  
Substantial Proportion ◽  
Sample Population ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Measured Weight

 Aim: To assess trends in the biases of self-reported versus measured weight, height, and body mass index (BMI) in adults over the period 2000-2010 in a Mediterranean adult population.Methods: The sample population consisted of young (18-35) and middle-aged (36-55) adults living in the Balearic Islands, Spain. The data represent 1,089 people during 1999-2000 and 1,081 people during 2000-2010. Weighted-based frequency estimates were used.Results: While no differences between self-reported and measured weight, height and BMI were found in the respondents, it was seen that a decreasing percentage of the population knows their own weight and/or height. A rise in awareness was found in normal-weight men (from 95.0% to 98.9%), and also in normal-weight men and in the middle-aged obese category whose self-reported BMI was not defi ned as “correct” (from 41.2% to 85.7% and from 41.0% to 67.6% respectively). Conclusions: A substantial proportion of the population does not know their own weight or height. The obtained results suggest the need to develop strategies to enhance awareness of own weight and height.

scholarly journals A végrehajtó funkciók összefüggése a testtömegindexszel és a DRD4-VNTR 7-es alléllal

2019 ◽  
Vol 160 (39) ◽  
pp. 1554-1562
Author(s):  
Julianna Bircher ◽  
Eszter Kótyuk ◽  
Renáta Cserjési ◽  
Andrea Vereczkei ◽  
Zsolt Rónai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Normal Body Mass Index ◽  
Repeat Allele ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Body Mass Regulation ◽  
Normal Mean ◽  
Overweight Subjects

Abstract: Introduction and aim: Earlier results in the literature suggest that overweight subjects show weaker performance in executive function tasks as compared to normal weight people. Dopaminergic system is strongly linked to executive functions, body mass regulation and ingestion. The aim of the present study was to examine the possible relationship between DRD4 VNTR 7-repeat allele, body mass index and Stroop performance in a healthy adult population, and to draw psychogenetic conclusions. Method: 152 subjects without diabetic or psychiatric history participated in the study. Along with non-invasive DNA sampling, demographic, weight and height data were collected. The participants also solved the computerized Stroop task. 11 subjects belonged to the underweight (mean body mass index = 17.9 kg/m2), 98 subjects to the normal (mean body mass index = 21.8 kg/m2), and 43 subjects to the overweight (mean body mass index = 28.9 kg/m2) category. After grouping participants according to their body mass index and DRD4 VNTR genotype, we compared their mean performance to investigate the possible psychogenetic associations. Results: Body mass index and stimuli type showed significant interaction on error number (p = 0.045): subjects with normal body mass index made significantly less error as compared to under- and overweight subjects in incongruent trials. The 7-repeat allele carriers made tendentiously more errors than non-carriers. Normal weight people made less error – independently from their genotype –, while subjects with either low or high BMI carrying the 7-repeat allele made more errors compared to non-carriers. Conclusion: Under- and overweight subjects perform weaker where inhibition is necessary in the task. This may reflect their reactions to food-related situations. Orv Hetil. 2019; 160(39): 1554–1562.

Ten-Year Trends (2000-2010) of Overweight and Obesity Prevalence among the Young and Middle-Aged Adult Population of the Balearic Islands, a Mediterranean Region

2015 ◽  
Vol 67 (2) ◽  
pp. 76-80 ◽  
Author(s):  
Josep L. Coll ◽  
Maria del Mar Bibiloni ◽  
Rogelio Salas ◽  
Josep A. Tur
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Calculated Data ◽  
Fold Increase ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Balearic Islands ◽  
Obesity Prevalence ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity

Background and Aims: This article aimed at assessing the 10-year trends (2000-2010) in the prevalence of overweight and obesity among the Balearic Islands' adult population. Methods: Body mass index (BMI, kg/m2) for young (18-35 year-olds) and middle-aged (36-55 year-olds) adults living in the Balearics was calculated. Data represented 1,089 people during 1999-2000 and 1,081 people during 2009-2010. The BMI categories were as follows: normal weight (18.5 < 25), overweight (25.0 < 30) and obese (≥30). Results: Weighted frequency estimates and logistic regression analysis were used to calculate overweight and obesity trends. While the prevalence of overweight and obesity mostly remained stable over the 2000-2010 period, the prevalence of obesity increased from 5.1 to 8.3% in young adults (aged 18-35), a 1.66-fold increase in prevalence (95% CI 1.02-2.70) over the study period. Conclusions: Total overweight and obesity prevalence remained stable in the Balearic adult population; however, a rising prevalence of obesity has been observed in young adults, which suggests a need to develop and change current strategies in order to reverse the current trends in obesity among this age group.

scholarly journals Metabolic Phenotyping Using Metabolic Syndrome Criteria and Cardiometabolic Disabilities Criteria in Bangladeshi Adult Population

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
S Naher ◽  
SS Sejooti ◽  
MM Hoque ◽  
MS Zaman ◽  
H Imam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Global Epidemic ◽  
Metabolic Phenotypes ◽  
Metabolically Healthy ◽  
Medical University

Obesity has become a global epidemic and has been found to be associated with numerous comorbidities. Body mass index (BMI) based classification of obesity is simple but co-morbidities do not affect all obese and overweight people. The present study was aimed to find out the frequency of metabolic phenotypes in different BMI groups using metabolic syndrome (MetS) criteria and cardiometabolic disabilities (CA) criteria and also to find out an appropriate method for defining metabolic health among adult population attending out patient department of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU). This cross-sectional analytical study was carried out in the Department of Biochemistry, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) from March 2016 to February 2017. By non probability sampling, a total of 1023 study subjects were selected from apparently healthy adult individuals attending outpatient department of BSMMU. The study subjects were grouped into three body mass index classes and also further categorized into six groups according to metabolically unhealthy or healthy phenotypes by presence or absence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) criteria as well as cardiometabolic disabilities (CA) criteria respectively. Then agreement among different metabolic phenotypes based on these two criteria were observed. Frequency of different metabolic phenotypes i,e metabolically healthy normal weight (MHNW), metabolically obese normal weight (MONW), metabolically healthy over weight (MHOW), metabolically obese over weight (MOOW), metabolically healthy obese (MHO) and metabolically unhealthy obese (MUO) were 12.3%, 6.9%, 21.4%, 27.7%, 7.7%, 23.9% by MetS criteria and 7.7%, 11.5%, 11.6%, 37.4%, 6.1%, 25.6% by CA criteria respectively. MOOW followed by MUO were found to be predominant among all phenotypes. Fare agreement was found between two criteria in case of normal weight and overweight groups and good agreement was found in case of obese groups. From this study, it may be concluded that, attention should be given to the metabolically obese phenotypes in different BMI classes to reduce co-morbidities. Bangladesh J Med Biochem 2018; 11(1): 1-8

scholarly journals Association between body mass index and mental health among Scottish adult population: a cross-sectional study of 37272 participants

2013 ◽  
Vol 44 (10) ◽  
pp. 2231-2240 ◽  
Author(s):  
Z. Ul-Haq ◽  
D. F. Mackay ◽  
E. Fenwick ◽  
J. P. Pell
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Poor Mental Health ◽  
Class Iii ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional

BackgroundThe evidence is conflicting as to whether body mass index (BMI) is associated with mental health and, if so, to what extent it varies by sex and age. We studied mental health across the full spectrum of BMI among the general population, and conducted subgroup analyses by sex and age.MethodWe undertook a cross-sectional study of a representative sample of the Scottish adult population. The Scottish Health Survey provided data on mental health, measured by the General Health Questionnaire-12 (GHQ), BMI, demographic and life-style information. Good mental health was defined as a GHQ score <4, and poor mental health as a GHQ score ⩾4. Logistic regression models were applied.ResultsOf the 37 272 participants, 5739 (15.4%) had poor mental health. Overall, overweight participants had better mental health than the normal-weight group [adjusted odds ratio (OR) 0.93, 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.87–0.99, p = 0.049], and individuals who were underweight, class II or class III obese had poorer mental health (class III obese group: adjusted OR 1.26, 95% CI 1.05–1.51, p = 0.013). There were significant interactions of BMI with sex (p = 0.013) and with age (p < 0.001). Being overweight was associated with significantly better mental health in middle-aged men only. In contrast, being underweight at all ages or obese at a young age was associated with significantly poorer mental health in women only.ConclusionsThe adverse associations between adiposity and mental health are specific to women. Underweight women and young women who are obese have poorer mental health. In contrast, middle-aged overweight men have better mental health.

scholarly journals Association between body mass index and patient-reported-outcome questionnaire scores (CAT™, ACT™, mMRC dyspnoea scale, IPAQ) in Ukraine, Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan: results of the CORE study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Nugmanova ◽  
Y. Feshchenko ◽  
L. Iashyna ◽  
M. Polianska ◽  
K. Malynovska ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Respiratory Function ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Patient Reported Outcome ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Patient Reported ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract Background The overweight/obese population (evaluated by a body mass index, BMI) represents a global health problem and contributes to the development of various chronic diseases. In this epidemiological study we evaluated this relationship by analyzing patient-reported questionnaires related to respiratory function, physical activity and BMI. Methods In 2013–2015, adult residents of selected cities were enrolled to this study in: Ukraine (M/F: 403/561), Kazakhstan (M/F = 348/597) and Azerbaijan (M/F: 389/544). Height was measured using a vertical measuring board, and body weight was measured by using portable digital scales. All participants were interviewed using CAT™, mMRC scale and IPAQ; respondents who also reported wheezing or whistling chest sounds during the previous 12 months additionally ACT™. Results 45.4% of respondents in Ukraine, 47.6% in Kazakhstan and 54.9% of respondents in Azerbaijan were found to be overweight/obese (BMI ≥ 25 kg/m2). The mean CAT™ total score among this population versus those respondents with a normal weight was 5.2 versus 3.6 (Ukraine, p < 0.001), 4.2 versus 2.9 (Kazakhstan, p < 0.001) and 5.9 versus 4.3 (Azerbaijan, p < 0.001). The number of respondents without airflow limitations (mMRC score 0) among overweight/obese respondents versus normal weight respondents was 298 (68.2%) versus 456 (86.7%) in Ukraine, 261 (58.1%) versus 387 (78.2%) in Kazakhstan and 343 (67.1%) versus 345 (82.3%) in Azerbaijan. The ACT™ total score between overweight/obese respondents and normal weight respondents was not statistically different. IPAQ showed a tendency towards a higher proportion of “low activity” results (compared to “moderate” and “high”) in the overweight/obese subgroup (24.7% vs. 23.8% in Kazakhstan, 18.5% vs. 14.6% in Azerbaijan), and in Ukraine this difference was significant (12.4% vs. 5.2%, p < 0.001). Conclusion CAT™ and mMRC are widely used tools for respiratory function assessment. Despite CAT™ scores being close to a normal value (< 5), the relationship of both CAT™ and mMRC scores with being overweight/obese was demonstrated in the general adult population of three CIS countries. IPAQ may also be a useful instrument for measuring activity level however, more objective studies are required to evaluate the relationship between BMI and physical activity.

scholarly journals Variation in the Association of Body Types to Decreased High-Density Lipoprotein in Older Adults (NHANES 2005-2014)

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 213-213
Author(s):  
Queendaleen Chukwurah
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
High Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
High Density ◽  
Sample Population

Abstract General obesity and central obesity represent cardiovascular disease risk factors and are known to be related to dyslipidemia. I examine the variation in the association of combined body mass index/waist circumference classification to decreased high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C). Body mass index /waist circumference (WC) cut off values were used to create six body types: normal weight with normal WC (NWT-NWC), overweight with normal WC (OWT-NWC), obese with normal WC (O-NWC), normal weight with high WC (NWT-HWC), overweight with high WC (OWT-HWC), and obese with high WC (O-HWC). HDL-C was defined as decreased if &lt; 40 mg/dl for men or &lt; 50 mg/dl for women and normal if ≥ 40 mg/dL for men or ≥ 50 mg/dL for women. Sample population included 5,772 participants of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES 2005-2014) aged 50 years and older. The mean (SD) age was 61.8 (0.2), and 50.5% were females, while 10% were minority. The prevalence of decreased HDL-C was 29.1%. Analysis involved weighted multivariable logistic regression adjusted for age, race-ethnicity, gender, education, poverty-income-ratio, smoking, and alcohol intake. Regression reveals a higher likelihood of decreased HDL-C for OWT-NWC (aOR 2.12 95% CI 1.43,3.15 ), NWT-HWC (aOR 2.57 95% CI 1.59,4.16 ), OWT-HWC(aOR 3.09 95% CI 2.29,4.15 ), and O-HWC (aOR 5.30 95% CI 4.01,6.86 ) when compared to NWT-NWC. These associations are important to public health practice and policies as it demonstrates the implications of the parallel use of anthropometric measures for all body weights in health-risk assessments of older adults.

Implications of excess weight on mental wellbeing

2010 ◽  
Vol 34 (3) ◽  
pp. 368 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jodie Morris ◽  
Stefan Koehn ◽  
Brenda Happell ◽  
Trudy Dwyer ◽  
Lorna Moxham
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Excess Weight ◽  
Mental Wellbeing ◽  
General Adult Population ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

Objective.To assess differences in perceived health-related quality of life among individuals who are normal weight, overweight and obese in the general population, with particular emphasis on mental health. Method.A cross-sectional study was conducted among the general adult population in Queensland, Australia. Participants (n = 1212) were selected randomly for computer-assisted telephone interview in July 2007. The sample ranged between 18 and 93 years, with a mean age of 51.10 years (s.d. = 15.92). Demographic and physical and mental health (SF-12) data were collected. Self-reported height and weight were used to classify participants into three groups based on their body mass index: normal weight; overweight; obese. The associations between body mass index categories and SF-12 scores were investigated. Results.In this population sample, excess weight was associated with poorer physical health. In addition, significant associations were observed between excess weight and poor mental health for particular age groups. Obesity had a significant association with poor mental wellbeing for individuals who are aged 45 to 54 years. No sex differences were observed. Conclusion.The results provide additional evidence of the relationship between excess weight and mental wellbeing and highlight the need for health professionals to be cognisant of the potential for individuals who are obese to have a higher risk of experiencing mental health problems. What is known about the topic?The body mass index of the general population is rising steadily. Being overweight or obese has a detrimental effect on physical health and is a major cause of preventable death. However, there are conflicting findings regarding the implications of excess weight on an individuals’ mental health. What does this paper add?This paper substantiates the relationship between body mass index and health-related quality of life in the general adult population. Obesity was associated with poor mental wellbeing for individuals between the ages of 45 and 54. What are the implications for practice?This study underscores the need for mental health and wellbeing to become part of standard assessment practice for individuals who are overweight or obese, particularly those aged between 45 and 54 years.

scholarly journals The link of diet and exercise habits of the inhabitants of Pärnu city with body mass index

2018 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 36-46
Author(s):  
Kandela Õun ◽  
Monika Übner
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
The Body ◽  
City Government ◽  
White Bread ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Large Survey ◽  
The City

This article gives an overview of the health behaviour survey of the adult population of the city of Pärnu, which was conducted in 2016. The results of the survey were used for compiling of the city health profile. The funder was the Pärnu city government. The authors focused on the links between the body mass index, diet and physical activity. The survey was carried out among the residents of the city of Pärnu aged 16–64 years. The questionnaire was filled by 506 respondents. Such a large survey had not been carried out in the city of Pärnu previously. In 2011 and 2014 two studies involving whole Estonia were conducted, in which the percentage of the respondents from Pärnu was too small to make further conclusions. The study results revealed that 65% of respondents ranked their health good or very good, and that was an improvement compared to the previous survey made five years ago. Breakfast was important for respondents, and 86% of them had it every morning or on most days. 49% of respondents were of normal weight by body mass index and 47% were overweight or obese, and these numbers showed a 20% change for better health compared to the previous study. From April to September, 45% of respondents rode a bicycle to work. In their free time, 60% did it for at least 15 minutes per day. Women walked to the workplace more often than men. Men were more overweight and ate more white bread than women. Underweight respondents ate an average of one slice of white bread per day, while others consumed it twice less on average. There was a significant but small correlation between age and BMI (r=0.31), respondents with vocational education had the highest average BMI. Obese persons and respondents with poor physical fitness were less active than normal-weight persons.

EFFECT OF BODY MASS INDEX ON PEAK EXPIRATORY FLOW RATE

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (9) ◽  
Author(s):  
K. Subramanyam ◽  
Dr. P. Subhash Babu
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Peak Expiratory Flow ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
The Body ◽  
Health Care Centre ◽  
Expiratory Flow ◽  
Group B

Obesity has become one of the major health issues in India. WHO defines obesity as “A condition with excessive fat accumulation in the body to the extent that the health and wellbeing are adversely affected”. Obesity results from a complex interaction of genetic, behavioral, environmental and socioeconomic factors causing an imbalance in energy production and expenditure. Peak expiratory flow rate is the maximum rate of airflow that can be generated during forced expiratory manoeuvre starting from total lung capacity. The simplicity of the method is its main advantage. It is measured by using a standard Wright Peak Flow Meter or mini Wright Meter. The aim of the study is to see the effect of body mass index on Peak Expiratory Flow Rate values in young adults. The place of a study was done tertiary health care centre, in India for the period of 6 months. Study was performed on 80 subjects age group 20 -30 years, categorised as normal weight BMI =18.5 -24.99 kg/m2 and overweight BMI =25-29.99 kg/m2. There were 40 normal weight BMI (Group A) and 40 over weight BMI (Group B). BMI affects PEFR. Increase in BMI decreases PEFR. Early identification of risk individuals prior to the onset of disease is imperative in our developing country. Keywords: BMI, PEFR.

Body Mass Index Impact on Disease Activity, Clinical and Sonographic Remission Rates in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 215-223
Author(s):  
Tanya Sapundzhieva ◽  
Rositsa Karalilova ◽  
Anastas Batalov
Keyword(s):  
Rheumatoid Arthritis ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Disease Activity ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Clinical Disease ◽  
Clinical Disease Activity ◽  
Das 28 ◽  
Remission Rates ◽  
Activity Indices

Aim: To investigate the impact of body mass index (BMI) on clinical disease activity indices and clinical and sonographic remission rates in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Patients and Methods: Sixty-three patients with RA were categorized according to BMI score into three groups: normal (BMI<25), overweight (BMI 25-30) and obese (BMI≥30). Thirty-three of them were treated with conventional synthetic disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (csDMARDs), and 30 with biologic DMARDs (bDMARDs). Patients underwent clinical and laboratory assessment and musculoskeletal ultrasound examination (MSUS) at baseline and at 6 months after initiation of therapy. We evaluated the rate of clinical and sonographic remission (defined as Power Doppler score (PD) = 0) and its correlation with BMI score. Results: In the csDMARDs group, 60% of the normal weight patients reached DAS28 remission; 33.3% of the overweight; and 0% of the obese patients. In the bDMARDs group, the percentage of remission was as follows: 60% in the normal weight subgroup, 33.3% in the overweight; and 15.8% in the obese. Within the csDMARDs treatment group, two significant correlations were found: BMI score–DAS 28 at 6th month, rs = .372, p = .033; BMI score–DAS 28 categories, rs = .447, p = .014. Within the bDMARDs group, three significant correlations were identified: BMI score–PDUS at sixth month, rs = .506, p =.004; BMI score–DAS 28, rs = .511, p = .004; BMI score–DAS 28 categories, rs = .592, p = .001. Sonographic remission rates at 6 months were significantly higher in the normal BMI category in both treatment groups. Conclusion: BMI influences the treatment response, clinical disease activity indices and the rates of clinical and sonographic remission in patients with RA. Obesity and overweight are associated with lower remission rates regardless of the type of treatment.

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