INTRODUCTION Craniofacial anatomic abnormalities related to structural narrowing of the upper airway have been reported in patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS). The purpose of this study was to test whether there are sex differences in the relative contributions of specific anthropometric and cephalometric measurements of OSAS severity. METHODS The subjects were Taiwanese pat...

The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of sprint interval training (SIT) and continuous endurance training (CET) on selected anthropometric, aerobic, and anaerobic performance indices as well as the blood lipid profile, inflammatory and muscle damage markers in healthy young males. Fifteen recreationally active male volunteers (age: 21.7 ±2.2 years, body mass: 83.0 ±8.0 kg, body h...

BACKGROUND Prenatal exposure to androgens has been linked to masculinization of several traits. We aimed to determine whether putative female intra-uterine exposure to androgens influences anthropometric, metabolic, and reproductive parameters using a twin design. METHODS Two cohorts of Finnish twins born in 1975-1979 and 1983-1987 formed the basis for the longitudinal FinnTwin16 (FT16) and F...

Apelin-12 is one of the most potent forms of apelin, an adipocytokine that might contribute to the decrease in body weight. The aim of this project was to compare the level of serum apelin-12 in obese and nonobese middle-aged men and to assess the relationship of serum apelin-12 concentration with anthropometric parameters and lipid profile. In this cross-sectional study, 150 obese men (body ma...

BACKGROUND Anthropometric measurements can easily reflect any changes in the lipid concentration in the human body. OBJECTIVES The present work is aimed at studying lipid profile and its relation to anthropometric measurements in college males from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. SUBJECTS AND METHODS This study was conducted from September 2006 to December 2008. 333 students aged 18-35 years of Riyad...

The objective of this study was to assess the impact of an intervention implemented under the Programa Academia da Saúde (Health Gym Programme) of Belo Horizonte, MG on the nutritional status and anthropometric profile of participants. Intervention study involving participants in the Health Gym Programme which encompasses group food and nutrition education activities over a period of 11 months ...

Obesity among the youth is a major public health problem. Globally, burden of obesity has been on increase, particularly young persons, with associated psychosocial issues. This study aimed to present rationale and design ThE profile anthRopometRy And psyChosocial issuEs campus (TERRACE) Study as well report some preliminary findings obtained anthropometric persons in tertiary institutions Oyo ...

INTRODUCTION The anthropometric profile, specifically body composition, plays a crucial role in the physical performance of volleyballers. Since there are varying positions in volleyball, it is likely that differences exist in anthropometric and physical performance profiles among players due each role's specific physical requirements. OBJECTIVES The aims of this study were to analyze the ant...

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE Obesity is associated with high rates of dyslipidemia and glucose intolerance. The objective of this study was to evaluate the correlation of anthropometric indices with the lipid and glucose profiles of outpatients. METHODS We performed a cross-sectional study assessing anthropometric and metabolic parameters in a sample of 550 individuals. RESULTS The prevalence...

Background: Restricted intakes of saturated and trans-fatty acids and replacement with poly or monounsaturated fatty acids are emphasized in healthy diets. This study evaluates the effects of a six-month consumption of canola oil compared to sunflower oil on lipid profile and anthropometric parameters of people affected by dyslipidemia. Methods: This randomized controlled trial was conducted on...