ObesityMeasurementRatioVisceral fatAdiposityMeasurementsHipsNeck circumferenceCardiometabolic riskRisksIntra-abdominalCardiovascularRiskInchesLarger waistAnthropometricPerson'sBellyAdultsIncreasesWeightAbdomenWaistlineThighGlucoseComplicationsPrevalenceReducesSizeGirthWomenBody massMeasure your waistAssessmentSuprailiacCaloriesWHtRTorsoHealthParticipantsReduceHigh blood prSignificantlyHeightButtocksTissueStudyConsumption
Obesity27
- Where the waist is convex rather than concave, as in pregnancy and obesity, the waist may be measured at a vertical level 1 inch above the navel. (wikipedia.org)
- Waist size (waist circumference) is an indicator of abdominal obesity. (wikipedia.org)
- Excess abdominal fat is a risk factor for developing heart disease and other obesity related diseases. (wikipedia.org)
- The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute classifies the risk of obesity-related diseases as high if men have a waist circumference greater than 102 cm (40 in) and women have a waist circumference greater than 88 cm (35 in). (wikipedia.org)
- Some research suggests waist circumference can be predicted from brain function, therefore capturing the neurobehavioral pathophysiology of obesity. (wikipedia.org)
- Paradoxically, even though obesity is a disease caused by excess body fat (not excess weight), the standard BMI weight assessment method takes no account of body fat percentage. (annecollins.com)
- Central fatness, mostly intra-abdominal circumference is a better index of android fat, is medically more important than (abdominal) obesity than waist-to-hip ratio subcutaneous fat in the trunk. (who.int)
- The International Day for the Evaluation of Obesity (IDEA) study looked at two measures of fatness - waist circumference and a calculation called body mass index or BMI. (bbc.co.uk)
- This has led to an increasing evidence for abdominal obesity indices such as waist circumference (WC), waist-to-hip ratio (WHR), and waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) as predictors of CVD [ 16 , 17 ]. (hindawi.com)
- Adults who worked shifts or took naps during the day were also more likely to carry excess weight if they had a high genetic obesity risk, compared with those who did not work shifts or take daytime naps. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Obesity increases the risk of developing 10 of the most common cancers, regardless of how it is measured, according to a study of more than 400,000 adults in the UK, being presented at The European Congress on Obesity (ECO) held online this year, with central fatness (larger waist and hips) and general obesity (body mass index [BMI] and body fat percentage) associated with similar estimates of cancer risk. (eurekalert.org)
- average age 56 years) who were cancer-free, to investigate the risk of developing and dying from 24 cancers according to six markers of obesity: BMI, body fat percentage, waist-to-hip ratio, waist-to-height ratio, and waist and hip circumferences. (eurekalert.org)
- The most basic definition of obesity refers to having excess fat. (psychiatrist.com)
- Two common methods to assess the degree of obesity are measuring waist circumference, a surrogate for abdominal fat, and calculating the body mass index (BMI). (psychiatrist.com)
- For example, physical fitness has been noted to be a vital factor in discerning the so-called "metabolically healthy obesity," which per the AACE/ACE guideline and ABCD model would be "stage 0" assuming true clinical obesity or excess adiposity. (medpagetoday.com)
- It has proved beneficial to measure the waist circumference for a better understanding of the consequences of obesity. (spiritualmediablog.com)
- Obesity is defined as an excess of body fat. (dimensionsofdentalhygiene.com)
- Abdominal obesity (excess fat in the abdomen) is associated with increased visceral fat - the fat covers internal organs. (expatliving.sg)
- Waist circumference and waist-hip ratio better estimate abdominal obesity driving insulin resistance. (sdgln.com)
- Obesity occurs when your BMI exceeds 40, and when your waist circumference exceeds 35 inches for women and 40 inches for men. (check.in)
- Excess fat in the abdomen, which may be out of proportion to total body fat, predicts risk factors for obesity. (check.in)
- Obesity means having excess body fat. (rxwiki.com)
- A waist circumference of more than 40 inches in men and more than 35 inches in women, signifies obesity. (drnamitajain.com)
- Abdominal adiposity is a risk factor for obesity-related complications, and there is increasing evidence that abdominal adiposity may be a contributing factor to complications not related to adiposity at the waist (4,5). (cdc.gov)
- 1 The clinical guidelines from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute on the identification, evaluation, and treatment of overweight and obesity in adults recommend that clinicians assess waist circumference of their patients. (cdc.gov)
- Therefore, our objective was to provide recent information about the trends in mean waist circumference and prevalence of abdominal obesity among adults in the United States from 1999 to 2012. (cdc.gov)
- Abdominal obesity was defined as a waist circumference greater than 102 cm in men and greater than 88 cm in women. (cdc.gov)
Measurement18
- Neck circumference is a more recent measurement of detection and it is less studied, but it is a valid indicator, with good sensitivity and advantages over others, such as ease of measurement and lack of variation over time. (medscape.com)
- A study showed that self-reported measurements, as opposed to measurement done by a technician, underestimated waist circumference and this underestimation increased with increased body size. (wikipedia.org)
- Variables such as posture significantly influence the measurement of the waist, and therefore any measurements for a group need to maintain a constant posture between the subjects. (wikipedia.org)
- However, the waist region remains a highly important measurement and anthropometric landmark in garment construction. (wikipedia.org)
- Recently, medical experts have emphasised the importance of waist-measurement as an independent predictor of ill-health. (annecollins.com)
- For more information on BMI or waist circumference measurement, speak with your Uniprix-affiliated family pharmacist. (uniprix.com)
- Your waist circumference is another measurement you can use along with BMI. (uniprix.com)
- Waist measurement, which is taken with a tape measure, is used to determine if someone is carrying excess fat around the stomach. (uniprix.com)
- The ratio is calculated by dividing the waist measurement by the hip measurement. (healthnewstrack.com)
- For most women, a waist circumference of 35 inches or larger, and for most men a measurement of 40 inches or larger, generally indicates a sign of excess visceral fat and associates with a higher risk for disease development. (umich.edu)
- The tape should be snug but should not compress the skin, and the waist circumference measurement should be made at the end of a normal breath following exhalation. (clarksnutrition.com)
- Australian and European Guidelines) The lower your waist measurement the better. (lydiaaltini.com)
- When your BMI is 27 or greater, or you have excess abdominal fat (a waist measurement of 35 inches or greater in women, or 40 inches or greater in men), you're more likely to develop high blood pressure, increased blood lipid levels and coronary heart disease. (canyonranch.com)
- In addition to your BMI and waist measurement, your doctor may compare your hip and waist circumferences, which is called your waist-to-hip ratio, as another tool for determining whether you are carrying too much belly fat. (canyonranch.com)
- Waist circumference: a measurement to assess potential risk for disease based on intra-abdominal fat content. (drnamitajain.com)
- Waist-to-hip ratio: a measurement for determining risk of distribution of body fat. (drnamitajain.com)
- This is calculated by dividing the waist measurement by the hip measurement to determine the ratio. (drnamitajain.com)
- With excess room at the hips, choose your size based on waist measurement. (elegantees.com)
Ratio14
- A study published in the European Heart Journal in April 2007 showed that waist circumference and waist-hip ratio (defined as waist circumference divided by hip circumference) were predictors of cardiovascular events. (wikipedia.org)
- Waist-hip ratio is the ratio of the circumference of the waist to that of the hips. (wikipedia.org)
- Both the Air and Space Forces released the new Waist-to-Height Ratio BCP policy in January, with assessments to begin April 2023. (af.mil)
- The ratio of waist to hips was also revealed as an important indicator of health in the study. (healthnewstrack.com)
- Waist to hip ratio varied quite widely in the European populations in the study. (healthnewstrack.com)
- In 98 percent of the study population, waist to hip ratio ranged between 0.78 and 1.10 in men and between 0.66 and 0.98 in women. (healthnewstrack.com)
- Within these ranges, each 0.1 unit higher waist-hip-ratio was related to a 34% higher mortality risk in men and a 24% higher risk in women. (healthnewstrack.com)
- Design and methods: Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial enrolling 61 HIV-infected patients with increased waist circumference and waist-to-hip ratio. (natap.org)
- In non-HIV-infected patients [6] and among HIV-infected patients with changes in fat distribution [7], increased waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) and central fat accumulation is related to increased metabolic risk indices. (natap.org)
- One of the most effective techniques for assessing abdominal fat is a combination of waist circumference, waist-to-hip ratio, and/or an MRI. (check.in)
- Measures of waist circumference, waist-to-hip ratio and body composition are also useful for this. (canyonranch.com)
- Use the 2 simple methods - waist measure and waist-to-hip ratio to find out the risk of your body fat distribution. (drnamitajain.com)
- The waist-to-hip ratio offers a fast and reliable assessment of fat distribution towards risk to health. (drnamitajain.com)
- Body mass index (BMI), waist-to-hip ratio, and waist circumference are commonly used measures for estimating abdominal adiposity (6,7). (cdc.gov)
Visceral fat5
- Recent studies also suggest that growth hormone levels are reduced in HIV-infected patients, and correlate inversely with excess visceral fat accumulation [8,9]. (natap.org)
- However, substantial research shows that a person's waist circumference represents a relatively good estimate of abdominal-visceral fat. (umich.edu)
- What to do about excess visceral fat? (umich.edu)
- Stomach fat, also known as visceral fat, is the excess fat stored in the abdominal cavity around vital organs such as the stomach, liver, and intestines. (asensioexposed.com)
- Even if you are of normal weight but have an increased waist circumference you could still have visceral fat and have the same risks. (lydiaaltini.com)
Adiposity5
- ABSTRACT This cross-sectional study of 1283 healthy children (681 boys, 602 girls) aged 6-11 years tested the degree of correlation between waist circumference measurements and adiposity. (who.int)
- However, degree of correlation between waist circum- studies on the efficacy of anthropometric ference measurements of a sample of techniques for identifying children with Egyptian schoolchildren with their adipo- high central adiposity are scare. (who.int)
- Going beyond (but including screening and classification via) BMI, an exam to confirm excess adiposity, waist circumference to refine cardiometabolic risk of adiposity, advanced modalities, and emphasis on a complications-centric staging approach were outlined in order to treat patients based upon the pathophysiologic hostility of adiposity versus weight per se. (medpagetoday.com)
- Nonetheless, relative or absolute central adiposity may confer excess cardiovascular risk. (natap.org)
- A waist circumference above 102 centimetres for males and above 88 centimetres for females suggests abdominal adiposity. (expatliving.sg)
Measurements6
- A person is said to have metabolic syndrome when elevations of the above measurements are present along with the increased waist size. (healthyplace.com)
- There is a sity (whether total or central), and to quan- suggestion that waist circumference alone tify the association of waist circumference may be a more useful and accurate tool in measurements with age and degree of BMI children than DXA etc. [ 6 ]. (who.int)
- This is why waist circumference is used in addition to BMI measurements. (uniprix.com)
- However, the same does not appear to be happening in terms of waist measurements which continues to increase throughout the years and up until people reach their seventies. (spiritualmediablog.com)
- Girth measurements are used to assess the circumference of various body parts. (drnamitajain.com)
- Waist measurements match the waist circumference in the size chart below. (elegantees.com)
Hips3
- The waist is the part of the abdomen between the rib cage and hips. (wikipedia.org)
- Lower waist-hip ratios indicate that the waist is comparatively small in relation to the hips. (healthnewstrack.com)
- Caffeine helps stimulate blood flow immediately reducing "the orange peel" effect on problem areas such as waist, hips, thighs and buttocks. (thefashionablehousewife.com)
Neck circumference4
- It used three indicators of excess weight: body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, and neck circumference. (medscape.com)
- Sitting for more than 8 hours increased the chances of excess weight by 10% when measured by BMI and by 13% when neck circumference was used. (medscape.com)
- According to the results of this study, measuring neck circumference may be the most sensitive method of the three. (medscape.com)
- As you lose weight, you may observe a reduction in neck circumference, resulting in a more defined and elongated neck. (thedietchannel.com)
Cardiometabolic risk1
- INT RODUCTIO N: Th e eld erly h ypert en si ve pa ti ent s of ten h aveincreased prevalence of cardiometabolic risk factors and their attendantco-morbidities. (bvsalud.org)
Risks3
- As with excess weight, insufficient weight may also pose health risks, including malnutrition, dietary deficiencies and other health issues. (uniprix.com)
- Your waist size can be another indicator of health risks. (4life.com)
- What are the Risks of Excess Stomach Fat? (asensioexposed.com)
Intra-abdominal1
- Waist circumference is a simple and valuable anthropometric measure of total and intra-abdominal body fat. (cdc.gov)
Cardiovascular2
- Several studies have demonstrated that excess abdominal fat is also associated with a higher risk of health problems, including high blood pressure and cardiovascular diseases. (uniprix.com)
- Excess weight strains the cardiovascular system, increasing hypertension risk, which then accelerates diabetes complications. (sdgln.com)
Risk22
- We therefore believed that an exami- lar risk [ 3 ] and increased risk of metabolic nation of waist circumference in a group complications [ 4 ]. (who.int)
- Excess fat distribution in the abdominal region is associated with increased health risk. (af.mil)
- Several factors, including differences in waist circumference, fluid intake, and especially urine composition, explained a meaningful proportion of the excess risk among men. (newswise.com)
- The results suggest that BMI is an adequate measure of cancer risk from excess weight, and there is no advantage in using more complicated or expensive measures such as waist circumference or body fat percentage. (eurekalert.org)
- The study provides strong evidence that storing excess fat around the waist poses a significant health risk, even in people not considered to be overweight or obese. (healthnewstrack.com)
- Comparing subjects with the same body mass index, the risk of premature death increased in a linear fashion as the waist circumference increased. (healthnewstrack.com)
- Each 5cm increase in waist circumference increased the mortality risk by 17% in men and 13% in women. (healthnewstrack.com)
- Although the main new finding of this study is that waist size increases the risk of premature death independently of body mass index (BMI), the study does support earlier findings showing that a higher body mass index is significantly related to mortality. (healthnewstrack.com)
- Our study shows that accumulating excess fat around your middle can put your health at risk even if your weight is normal based on body mass index scores. (healthnewstrack.com)
- The table below presents the relative degree of risk based on waist circumference in adult males and females. (umich.edu)
- Additionally, a waist circumference can be used to measure risk, explains Dr Biffin. (expatliving.sg)
- It has been shown that people with a normal BMI who have a large waist circumference (excess fat around the abdomen and suprailiac) were at a higher risk of death (1). (bodybuilding.com)
- Health concerns about overweight are actually concerns about the effects of excess body fat on disease or the risk of disease. (clarksnutrition.com)
- In 1998, a report containing the conclusions of a panel of health experts set guidelines for deciding when excess weight should be considered a health risk. (clarksnutrition.com)
- Besides, carrying excess stomach fat can increase the risk of developing various health issues. (asensioexposed.com)
- Excess stomach fat increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and various types of cancer. (asensioexposed.com)
- For years, scientists have been aware of a relationship between disease risk and excess belly fat. (wustl.edu)
- During medical exams, some physicians measure waist circumference to identify patients at increased risk for these problems. (wustl.edu)
- Fat tissue produces excess estrogen, which has been associated with the risk of breast, endometrial and some other cancers. (canyonranch.com)
- After controlling for all variables, waist circumference was independently associated with a 5-fold risk in hypertension and diabetes in African American women. (cdc.gov)
- however, few studies have examined the association between waist circumference and risk factors in African Americans (9,12,13). (cdc.gov)
- We hypothesize that the risk of hypertension and diabetes would be higher for women with larger waist circumference, independent of sociodemographic and health-related variables. (cdc.gov)
Inches3
- A healthy waist size should be about 40 inches or less for men, and 35 inches or less for women. (4life.com)
- In general, having a waist size of more than 40 inches in men or 35 inches in women raises a red flag and can be a concern. (cardiosmart.org)
- A waist circumference of over 40 inches (102 cm) in men and 35 inches (88 cm) in women indicates excess stomach fat. (asensioexposed.com)
Larger waist1
- A larger waist often means there is excess fat around the organs. (4life.com)
Anthropometric1
- 1 Waist circumference has been shown to be the anthropometric index that best predicts the distribution of adipose tissue in fat compartments such as the abdominal region. (psychiatrist.com)
Person's1
- A person's healthy weight is determined using the body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference. (uniprix.com)
Belly4
- citation needed] The waist is usually measured at the smallest circumference of the natural waist, usually just above the belly button. (wikipedia.org)
- Jewellery, such as a belly chain, may be worn around either the clothing or anatomical waist. (wikipedia.org)
- Excess belly fat can also come from medical conditions such as thyroid problems. (cardiosmart.org)
- Even people who are not overweight or obese can suffer the negative health effects of belly fat, so it's important to see your doctor regularly and keep your waist in check. (cardiosmart.org)
Adults1
- By the age of 65 many adults, around 80%, are carrying excess weight and many are in the obese category. (spiritualmediablog.com)
Increases1
- The reasons for increases in waist circumference in excess of what would be expected from changes in BMI remain speculative, but several factors, including sleep deprivation, endocrine disruptors, and certain medications, have been proposed as potential explanations. (cdc.gov)
Weight13
- explore drivers and complications of excess weight. (cfp.ca)
- Waist circumference was also high - 56% of men and 71% of women carried too much weight around their middle. (bbc.co.uk)
- The study results show that excess body weight is pandemic, with one-half to two-thirds of the overall study population being overweight or obese," said Beverley Balkau, director of research at the French National health research institute INSERM in Villejuif, who led the study. (bbc.co.uk)
- This excess skin can be worrisome to some people, who may find themselves wanting surgical intervention after achieving their weight goals. (plasticsurgery.org)
- Excess weight, especially abdominal fat, alters hormone and cytokine signaling, creating a chronic inflammatory state and insulin resistance. (sdgln.com)
- Excess weight causes insulin resistance . (rchsd.org)
- Some less serious diseases are also related to excess weight, and overweight people with these diseases are usually advised to lose weight. (clarksnutrition.com)
- Weight loss in the back can occur as you shed excess fat. (thedietchannel.com)
- Weight loss can be noticeable in the neck area, particularly if you have excess fat deposits. (thedietchannel.com)
- Weight loss in the fingers is possible, especially if you have excess fat in that area. (thedietchannel.com)
- Weight loss in the breasts is possible, particularly if you have excess fat tissue. (thedietchannel.com)
- As you lose weight, you may experience a reduction in fat deposits around the waist, resulting in a narrower waistline and reduced love handles. (thedietchannel.com)
- Standard protocols were used to measure bloodpressure, weight, height, waist circumference, fasting plasma glucoseand fasting lipid profile of the subjects. (bvsalud.org)
Abdomen4
- The DAF BCP defines the waist as the midpoint between the lowest rib and the top of the hip bone, which is normally the narrowest portion of the abdomen. (af.mil)
- To measure waist circumference, the top of the upper-right hip bone (known as the iliac crest) is marked and a measuring tape is passed around the abdomen at this level. (clarksnutrition.com)
- Ideally our abdomen should be flat and you should not be able to pinch excess fat. (lydiaaltini.com)
- Excess fat is known to be associated with disease, but now the researchers have confirmed that fat cells inside the abdomen are secreting molecules that increase inflammation. (wustl.edu)
Waistline2
- Waistline refers to the horizontal line where the waist is narrowest, or to the general appearance of the waist. (wikipedia.org)
- Waist reduction or waist training refer to the act of wearing a corset or other constricting garment to reduce or alter the waistline. (wikipedia.org)
Thigh2
- As you shed excess fat, you may see a reduction in thigh and calf circumference, resulting in leaner and more toned legs. (thedietchannel.com)
- You may observe a reduction in thigh circumference, leading to more toned and slimmer thighs. (thedietchannel.com)
Glucose1
- Bicalutamide used in combination with OCP was well tolerated, they say, based on monitoring the women for 18 months for blood pressure, fasting insulin and glucose, waist circumference, with blood tests for liver and kidney function and all the metabolic parameters. (medscape.com)
Complications1
- Increased body fat and the problem of expanding waists is leading to more health problems, more people suffering from diabetes and other complications. (spiritualmediablog.com)
Prevalence1
- The prevalence of overweight in the children with increased waist circumferences and poor cardiopulmonary aptitudes were increased by 5.5 - and 1.3 - fold, respectively. (bvsalud.org)
Reduces1
- Our study showed that the Allurion balloon reduces waist circumference and triglyceride levels and [is] associated with less adverse events when compared with other intragastric balloons," the authors conclude. (medscape.com)
Size2
- Professor Elio Riboli, the European coordinator of the EPIC study from the Department of Epidemiology and Public Health at Imperial College London, said: "Although smaller studies have suggested a link between mortality and waist size, we were surprised to see the waist size having such a powerful effect on people's health and premature death. (healthnewstrack.com)
- If you prefer to wear your skirts lower than your true waist, size up. (elegantees.com)
Girth1
- The waist girth is taken just above the level of the navel, not the narrowest part of the torso (sometimes referred to as the upper waist). (umich.edu)
Women5
- Waist-hip ratios of 0.7 for women and 0.9 for men have been shown to correlate strongly with general health and fertility[citation needed]. (wikipedia.org)
- The recommended waist circumference for men should be below 94cm and women below 80cm. (lydiaaltini.com)
- Methods: This is a randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled clinical trial in which 41 adult women with excess body fat (mean ± SD 27.0 ± 0.9 year old, 46.8 ± 0.6% of total body fat) received daily high-fat breakfasts containing 25 mL of soybean oil (control group, n = 20) or EVOO (EVOO group, n = 21) during nine consecutive weeks. (researchgate.net)
- Circumference With Hypertension and Diabetes in African American Women, South Carolina, 2007-2009. (cdc.gov)
- They also say the overall condition of the women "seemed to improve not only because of the remission of the androgen excess symptoms, which was statistically significant, but also because of relief from psychological distress. (medscape.com)
Body mass4
- Further, whether waist circumference or body mass index (BMI) is a better predictor of adverse health outcomes is debatable. (wikipedia.org)
- The body mass index ( BMI ) and waist circumference of each participant were also assessed. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- 7 The most common methods to measure body fat in the clinical environment are body mass index (BMI), skin-fold thickness, and waist circumference. (dimensionsofdentalhygiene.com)
- Neither body mass index nor waist circumference was correlated with vitamin D status, although activities with increased sun exposure were highly correlated. (bvsalud.org)
Measure your waist3
- To measure your waist, start at the hip bone, then wrap the tape measure around your body. (4life.com)
- Learn how to measure your waist. (cardiosmart.org)
- Measure your waist. (drnamitajain.com)
Assessment2
- The Department of the Air Force is establishing new Body Composition Program standards for Airmen and Guardians after the abdominal circumference was removed from the Air Force-specific Physical Fitness Assessment in 2020. (af.mil)
- Considerable attention has been given to waist circumference as a complementary (10) and, in some cases, superior (8) assessment to BMI. (cdc.gov)
Suprailiac1
- For both sexes a highly positive correlation was found between waist circumference and BMI, percentage of body fat, subscapular and suprailiac skinfold thicknesses, and the sum of skinfold measures. (who.int)
Calories4
- Bulking involves consuming excess calories to build muscle. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- It helps burn excess calories and build lean muscle, which can increase metabolism. (asensioexposed.com)
- your body stores the excess calories as fat. (rxwiki.com)
- Your body stores these excess calories as fat. (rxwiki.com)
WHtR1
- WHtR measures excess fat distribution in the abdominal region and is calculated by dividing waist circumference by height. (af.mil)
Torso1
- On people with slim bodies, the waist is the narrowest part of the torso. (wikipedia.org)
Health2
- For these people, waist circumference may be a better indicator of overall health. (wikipedia.org)
- however, the excess energy intake was less in the intervention group," observed Sangalli, who analyzed the study results with Dr. L.H. Lumey at Columbia Mailman School of Public Health with a grant from the Brazil government. (eurekalert.org)
Participants1
- In the mobile examination center, the waist circumference of participants was measured just above the iliac crest to thenearest1 mm using a steel measuring tape. (cdc.gov)
Reduce3
- Waist reduction may be used simply to reduce the width of the waist. (wikipedia.org)
- Excess fatty acids released from enlarged fat cells reduce insulin signaling. (sdgln.com)
- As body fat decreases, the chest may become flatter, and the appearance of excess breast tissue may reduce. (thedietchannel.com)
High blood pr2
- This syndrome is characterized by a large waist (due to excess abdominal fat), high blood pressure, resistance to the effects of insulin (called insulin resistance) or high blood sugar levels, and abnormal levels of cholesterol and other fats in the blood. (merckmanuals.com)
- Cardiorespiratory aptitude, increased waist circumference and family history exhibited influences on overweight and high blood pressure. (bvsalud.org)
Significantly1
- The overall age-adjusted mean waist circumference increased progressively and significantly from 95.5 cm (95% CI, 94.2-96.8 cm) in 1999-2000 to 98.5 cm (95% CI, 97.5-99.4 cm) in 2011-2012 ( Table 1 ). (cdc.gov)
Height1
- Strictly, the waist circumference is measured at a level midway between the lowest palpable rib and the iliac crest, respectively typically 60% and 64% of total height. (wikipedia.org)
Buttocks1
- With the advent of pants and skirts that do not require support from above, the clothing waist moved down to a position where the body starts to expand to form the buttocks and a support is therefore available. (wikipedia.org)
Tissue1
- Plant and bio-nutrient extracts boost cellular metabolism shedding excess fat tissue. (thefashionablehousewife.com)
Study1
- In the study, waist circumference measured at the level of the umbilicus was larger than that measured at the natural waist. (wikipedia.org)
Consumption1
- Also, children from the intervention group at 3 years of age had lower consumption of carbohydrates and total fat than the control group and at 6 years of age had accumulated less body fat as measured by a smaller waist circumference and thinner skinfolds. (eurekalert.org)