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Obesity in Europe

J C Seidell1

  • 1Department of Chronic Disease and Environmental Epidemiology, National Institute of Public Health and Environmental Protection, Bilthoven, The Netherlands.

Obesity Research
|September 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Obesity is common in Europe, especially among women in Southern and Eastern countries. Higher education levels correlate with lower obesity rates, impacting health risks.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors

Background:

  • Obesity, defined by a body mass index (BMI) > 30 kg/m2, is a significant public health concern in Europe.
  • Prevalence varies notably among European populations, particularly affecting women in Southern and Eastern regions.
  • Existing research indicates an inverse relationship between educational attainment and obesity rates across Europe.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the prevalence of obesity across different European countries.
  • To investigate the association between body mass index (BMI) and coronary heart disease (CHD) risk factors.
  • To explore variations in obesity prevalence among European women and associated health risks.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of body mass index (BMI) distribution across European countries.
  • Examination of the correlation between educational level and obesity prevalence.
  • Assessment of the relationship between increased BMI and cardiovascular risk patterns within populations.

Main Results:

  • Obesity is widespread in Europe, with higher prevalence observed in women, particularly in Southern and Eastern European nations.
  • BMI distribution among men shows remarkable similarity across most European countries.
  • A strong inverse association exists between educational level and the prevalence of obesity.
  • Elevated BMI is linked to less favorable cardiovascular risk profiles within populations.

Conclusions:

  • While BMI differences do not fully account for variations in coronary heart disease (CHD) risk and mortality, increased BMI is associated with poorer risk patterns.
  • Further research is essential to understand the reasons behind the significant variations in obesity prevalence among European women.
  • Additional studies are needed to clarify the health risks associated with obesity in diverse European contexts.

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