Prevalence of obesity according to body mass index, waist circumference, and waist-to-height ratio in Peru: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Obesity is a global public health epidemic with significant health implications. However, studies on the prevalence of obesity in Peru have yielded varied results, highlighting the need for updated data to inform effective public health policies.

Objective

The primary objective of this study is to determine the prevalence of obesity in Peru using three anthropometric measures: body mass index (BMI), waist circumference (WC), and waist-to-height ratio (WHtR).

Methods

Between March and April 2024, a systematic review of published studies reporting the prevalence of obesity in Peru was conducted. The databases Scopus, Web of Science, Embase, PubMed, LILACS, and Scielo were Searched.

Results

Overall, the prevalence of obesity was 23.23 %, 38.90 %, and

SUBMITTER: Vasquez-Romero LEM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11869839 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature