Research
Mixed
Waist circumference (WC) is a stronger indicator of hypertension and diabetes risk compared to BMI or waist-to-hip ratio (WHR), especially in adults aged 60 and older.
For Chinese adults, especially those over 60, waist circumference is a better indicator of diabetes and hypertension risk than BMI. Consider using waist circumference alongside BMI for a more accurate health assessment.
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High adiposity defined by WC seems to be a better indicator for hypertension and diabetes than that defined by BMI or WHR, especially in people ≥ 60 years.
Why this rating
Large population-based cross-sectional study with logistic regression analysis.
Source
Prevalence of Overweight and Obesity among Chinese Adults: Role of Adiposity Indicators and Age
Weili Xu et al. · Obesity Facts · 2016
DOI 10.1159/000443003
cross_sectional · n=7603Cited 419×
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