Obesity Indices to Use for Identifying Metabolic Syndrome among Rural Adults in South Africa

Obesity Indices to Use for Identifying Metabolic Syndrome among Rural Adults in South Africa

Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a cluster of metabolic conditions that aggravate the likelihood of cardiovascular diseases and type 2 diabetes mellitus. This study was aimed to identify the best obesity index to determine MetS. This was a cross-sectional study and part of Ellisras Longitudinal Study wh...

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Main Authors: Mohlago A. Seloka, Moloko Matshipi, Peter M. Mphekgwana, Kotsedi D. Monyeki
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-11-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
body mass index
confirmatory factor analysis
neck circumference
waist circumference
waist to height ratio
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/17/22/8321

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