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Obesity and overweight status are strongly associated with higher odds of dyslipidemia in Iranian adults, with obese individuals having 2.8 times higher risk compared to normal-weight adults.
Maintaining a healthy weight is crucial for managing blood lipids. In this population, obesity significantly increases the risk of dyslipidemia. Focus on sustainable lifestyle changes including balanced nutrition and regular physical activity to manage weight and improve lipid profiles.
This study showed obese persons are 2.8 times more at risk for dyslipidemia than normal-weight adults.
Why this rating
Large, nationally representative cross-sectional survey (n=18,119) with rigorous statistical adjustment.
Source
Plasma Lipid Profile of the Iranian Adult Population: Findings of the Nationally Representative STEPs Survey 2021
Javad Khanali et al. · Research Square · 2023
DOI 10.21203/rs.3.rs-2677772/v1
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