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    • Biostatistics

    Background:

    • Accurate anthropometric data is crucial for monitoring population health and nutritional status.
    • Previous reference data may not reflect current body composition trends in the U.S. population.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present updated anthropometric reference data for the U.S. population aged 2 years and older.
    • To provide a comprehensive overview of body measurements including weight, height, and circumferences.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized data from 8,545 participants in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) conducted from August 2021 to August 2023.
    • Collected measurements included weight, height, various circumferences, and limb lengths.

    Main Results:

    • Reported weighted population means, standard errors, and selected percentiles for body measurements.
    • Presented anthropometric data stratified by sex and age groups.

    Conclusions:

    • These nationally representative data offer current insights into the distribution of weight, height, BMI, and other body measurements in the U.S.
    • The findings serve as a vital resource for public health surveillance and research.