Overweight: fat distribution and health risks. Epidemiological observations. A review

J C Seidell; J.G.A.J. Hautvast; P. Deurenberg

Overweight: fat distribution and health risks. Epidemiological observations. A review

J C Seidell, J.G.A.J. Hautvast, P. Deurenberg

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Several expert panels have recommended the use of a body mass index (BMI = weight/height2) to assess obesity. Excessive risks of chronic diseases and mortality are clear when BMI exceeds 30 kg/m2. Probably more important in assessing the health risks of excessive fat stores is the distribution of fat over the body. Accumulation of fat in the abdominal cavity (mesenteric and omental fat) predisposes to important metabolic aberrations and leads to an increased incidence of diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disease, and stroke. Importantly, the increased risks associated with abdominal obesity are seen in obese as well as in non-obese individuals.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	276-81
Number of pages	6
Journal	Infusionstherapie (Basel, Switzerland)
Volume	16
Issue number	6
Publication status	Published - Dec 1989

Keywords

Abdomen
Adipose Tissue
Body Mass Index
Cause of Death
Female
Humans
Male
Middle Aged
Obesity
Risk Factors
Tomography, X-Ray Computed
Journal Article
Review

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