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Waist Circumference Related to Mortality

by | November 20th, 2010

A recent study, published in the Archives of Internal Medicine this month, shows an association between waist circumference and mortality in adults.

The risk of dying was double for men with a waist circumference of more than 110 cm (43.3 inches), when compared to those with a waist circumference less than 90 cm (35.4 inches). For women, those with a waist circumference over 120 cm (47.2 inches) also doubled the chance of dying, when compared to women with a waist circumference of less than 90 cm (35.4 inches).

Find out if your waistline is a healthy size by following these guidelines for measuring.

Time to get out the bike and start pedaling away the pounds while the weather is still mild and before the holidays contribute to an expanding waistline!

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About Dr. Marta Katalenas M.D.

Dr. Marta Katalenas is a Board Certified Pediatrician and owner of the Pediatric Center of Round Rock located in Round Rock, Texas. Dr. Katalenas is a professional speaker and is available to speak on childhood obesity and healthy eating topics. She is also the author of The Step Up Diet, From Scratch... The Quality, Quantity, and Timing Solution to Childhood Obesity.

One Response to “Waist Circumference Related to Mortality”

  1. Arlie Palmer says:

    can’t put my finger where i heard this before but its still interesting

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