HPE-2110 Lecture Notes - Lecture 10: Tape Measure, Percentile, Underweight
20 Feb 2017
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Waist circumference is a simple and effective method of assessing abdominal fat levels and a valuable tool for the assessment of the risks associated with obesity and overweight. To complete this assessment, stand and place a tape measure around your middle, between your hipbones and navel. Measure your waist just after you breathe out. A waist circumference of greater than 40 inches in men, and 35 inches in women may indicate that an individual is at a greater health risk. Classification of overweight and obesity by bmi, waist circumference, and associated disease risks. Disease risk* relative to normal weight and waist circumference. Me n < 102 c m (40 in) Wo me n < 88 c m (35. Me n > 102 c m (40 in) Wo me n > 88 c m (35. * disease risk for type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and cvd.
