Influence of Low Body Mass Index on Peak Expiratory Flow Rate in Young Individuals
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR) - Year 2017, Vol 2, Issue 4
Abstract
BMI is one of important factor for each human to keep oneself healthy. Assessment of BMI made easy to investigate the amount of adiposity. Many health consequences were associated with underweight and overweight. Underweight due to poor nutrition is a serious problem in our country. The objective of the study was to study the association of underweight on peak expiratory flow rate in young individuals. The nutritional status of participants was assessed by measuring Body mass index.PEFR was measured by computerised spirometer medspiror. PEFR was found to be significantly lower in underweight boys and girls as compared to predicted values. On comparison between males and females, PEFR was reduced more in girls than boys (P<0.05). It may be concluded that lower BMI tends to decrease the PEFR in young individuals.
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Akshay Berad
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