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Objects: obesity during childhood and adolescence is a matter of growing concern and is related to adverse health outcomes. Studies across different countries found correlation between BMI and other obesity indices but extent of the problem has been given less importance in our country
Subject and Methods: to find out the correlation between BM I and other obesity indices, percent body fat and waist hip ratio in adolescents of 13-15 years. This comparative study was carried out in urban district of Lahore and total of270 adolescents 13-15 years of age were recruited. Obesity was assessed by BMI, percent body fat and waist hip ratio. BMI [wt in kg/ht in m2]for adolescents was calculated by standard international cut off points. Triceps skin fold thickness was measured by Harpenden's calipers and then this was used to calculate percent body fat. Waist and hip circumference was measured by using a measuring tape
Results: OBMI and percent body fat was significantly correlated. [Pearson correlation coefficient =0.428 p<0.05]. The correlation between BMI and waist hip ratio was also significant [Pearson correlation coefficient =0.384 p< 0.05]
Conclusion: when BMI increase in adolescents there is an increase in percent body fat and Waist hip ratio