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Overweight and obesity are affecting both developed and developing countries. WHO has declared obesity as a disease of pandemic significance Objectives To assess the relationship of obesity indices with blood pressure and blood glucose level among young adult medical students. Materials and methods: The present cross sectional study was conducted in Department of B S Medical College, Bankura,West Bengal with a sample size of 90 young adult medical students aged 17 – 23 years. Obesity indices measured were BMI, WC, WHpR and WHtR using standard protocol. Blood pressure and fasting blood glucose levels were measured using standard techniques.Data analysis was done using suitable statistical methods. Results: The results of the present study revealed a significant correlation of BMI with both systolic and diastolic blood pressure. WC and WHtR were significantly associated with systolic and diastolic blood pressure among males while there was statistically significant correlation between WHpR and systolic blood pressure among females. Conclusion: Results of present study reveal the increased risk of development of hypertension in young adult age group at an earlier age. Hence, it’s necessary for implementing an effective prevention and health promotion programs targeted towards young adult age group.

Correlation of Obesity Indices with Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose Level among Young Medical Students