Impact of BMI on Autonomic Function in Females
Journal Title: International Journal of Physiology - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 4
Abstract
Background – Body mass index (BMI) serves as an index of adiposity, and adiposity has been postulated to influence the functioning of the autonomic nervous system (ANS). The World health organisation (WHO) and other regional agencies have put forward various classifications based on BMI. Methodology – This study was done on 60 healthy females in the age group of 18-25 years who have been classified into three groups of 20 each based on WHO BMI classification. A battery of autonomic function tests (AFTs) as proposed by Ewing was done and the results were compared across the groups using unpaired t test, with significance set at P < 0.05. Results – All the seven tests representing the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous system were normal, but there was a statistically significant lesser fall in SBP to standing in underweight and overweight individuals compared to normal BMI subjects. Conclusion – The Autonomic nervous system was normal in our study subjects of different BMI categories, as depicted by the results of the AFTs.
Authors and Affiliations
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP612955
- DOI 10.5958/2320-608X.2018.00120.8
- Views 57
- Downloads 0
Cardiovagal Balance during Different Phases of Menstrual Cycle
Introduction and Aim: Cyclical changes in female sex hormones during menstrual cycle not only have its role in reproductive function of women but also have its effect on womens’ psychology and cardiovascular system via i...
Comparison of Pulmonary Functions in Primi and Multigravida – A Cross Sectional Study
Introduction: Aim of the study is to compare the lung function variables in primi and multi gravida Materials and method: Pregnant women from the antenatal clinic of government hospital kilpauk medical college were selec...
A Study of Hemoglobin Concentration in Different Phases of Menstrual Cycle
Introduction: The menstrual cycle is a window into the general health and well-being of women, and not just a reproductive event. The hormonal changes occurring during menstrual cycle not only affect oocyte maturation an...
Comparative Trends in Body Mass Index (BMI), in First Year Medical Students, in a Gap of Ten Years
Background & Objectives: Worldwide obesity has more than doubled since 1980. A large number of studies have explored the relationship between Body Mass Index (BMI) and mortality. Objective of this study was to screen out...
Investigating the Association of Maximum Hand Grip Strength with Hand Circumference and Hand Length in Male Adults
Background: Maximal Hand Grip Strength (MHGS) correlates with nutrition, overall body strength, morbidity and mortality. Several factors influences the MHGS such as age, gender, body height, weight, bone mineral density,...