Waist-To-Hip Ratio and Serum Lipid Profile of Male 400-Level Students in Human Nutrition and Dietetics at Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma

https://doi.org/10.65770/VCBT9114

ABSTRACT

Abnormal body fat distribution and dyslipidemia are recognized risk factors for cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, even among young adults who are presumed to be healthy. However, limited data exist on the waist–hip ratio and serum lipid profile of university students in Nigeria, particularly those studying nutrition-related disciplines. This study investigated the waist-hip ratio and serum lipid profile of male 400 level students in Human Nutrition and Dietetics in Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State. A total of twenty-four (24) apparently healthy adult male undergraduate students attending Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, were recruited for this study. The waist-hip ratio and serum lipid profile of the participants were determined using standard procedures. All data was subjected to statistical analysis using SPSS version 26. From the result, it can be seen that the waist-to-hip ratio, total cholesterol, triglycerides and Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol were 0.82 ± 0.11, 68.67 ± 16.72 mg/dl, 79.40 ± 43.91 mg/dl and 52.77 ± 17.97 mg/dl. Majority of the participants were of normal weight (83.35) while the prevalence of overweight and obesity amongst the participants were 8.3% and 8.3% respectively. All participants had desirable/optimal total cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol while the majority of the participants (83.3%) had optimal triglycerides. There was no significant (p > 0.05) relationship between waist-hip ratio and serum lipid profile. It can be concluded that majority of the participants were healthy, well-nourished and at low risk of developing health complications. Nonetheless, maintaining healthy lifestyle and dietary practices is recommended, while individuals with abnormal waist–hip ratio or lipid profile should adopt appropriate dietary and lifestyle modifications to ensure optimal health outcomes.

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