Correlation between body mass index and waist circumference in Nigerian adults: implication as indicators of health status

Correlation between body mass index and waist circumference in Nigerian adults: implication as indicators of health status

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Background: Anthropometric measures have been widely used for body weight classification in humans. Waist circumference has been advanced as a useful parameter for measuring adiposity. This study evaluated the correlation between body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference and examined their significance as indicators of health status in adults. Design and Methods: The subject included...
 
 
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Shalom Nwodo Chinedu; Olubanke O. Ogunlana; Dominic E. Azuh;Emeka E.J. Iweala; Israel S. Afolabi; Chidi C. Uhuegbu; Mercy E. Idachaba; Victor C. Osamor
Azuh Dominic » Dr Dominic Ezinwa Azuh holds a PhD degree in Population Studies. He is a population Scientist in the Department of Economics and Development Studies, Covenant University Ota Ogun State Nigeria. He has co-authored a number of research papers published in books, journals and attended several conferences. Dr Dominic Azuh belongs to a number of associations namely, International Union for the... view full profile
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