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Assessing obesity: classification and epidemiology

J C Seidell1, K M Flegal

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

British Medical Bulletin
|January 1, 1997
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Over half of European adults aged 35-65 are overweight or obese, with obesity rates higher in women and inversely associated with socioeconomic status. Prevalence is increasing across Europe, necessitating new classification methods.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Anthropometry

Background:

  • Obesity, defined as a body mass index (BMI) ≥ 30 kg/m², and overweight (BMI 25–30 kg/m²) are significant public health concerns.
  • Prevalence varies geographically, with over half of adults aged 35-65 in Europe falling into these categories.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the prevalence and trends of overweight and obesity in Europe.
  • To examine demographic and socioeconomic disparities in obesity.
  • To discuss potential new classification methods for overweight and obesity.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of existing epidemiological data on BMI and prevalence across European countries.
  • Examination of time-trend data where available.
  • Review of socioeconomic associations with obesity, particularly in women.

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Main Results:

  • Overweight is more prevalent in men, while obesity is more common in women.
  • Obesity prevalence in Europe ranges from 10-20% in men and 15-25% in women.
  • Obesity rates are generally increasing and inversely associated with socioeconomic status, especially in women.

Conclusions:

  • Overweight and obesity represent a growing epidemic in Europe with significant gender and socioeconomic disparities.
  • Continued monitoring and updated classification systems are crucial for public health interventions.
  • Anthropometric measures reflecting both general and abdominal fatness may inform new classifications.