ArticleERJ open research2020
The impact of body mass index, central obesity and physical activity on lung function: results of the EpiHealth study.
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Abstract
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objectivesObesity is often associated with lower lung function; however, the interaction of lung function with central obesity and physical inactivity is less clear. As such, we investigated the effect on lung function of body size (body mass index (BMI)), central obesity (waist circumference (WC)) and self-reported physical activity.
methodsLung function, height, weight and WC were measured in 22 743 participants (12 791 women), aged 45-75 years, from the EpiHealth cohort study. Physical activity, gender and educational level were assessed using a questionnaire.
resultsObesity, central obesity and physical inactivity were all associated with lower forced expiratory volume in 1 s (FEV
conclusionsThe association between BMI and lung function is dependent on the presence of central obesity. Independent of obesity, there is an association between physical activity and lung function.
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