Obesity is a complex chronic metabolic disorder characterized by abnormalities in lipid
metabolism. Obesity is not only associated with various chronic diseases but also has …

Background The body mass index (BMI)≥ 30 kg/m 2 is the universally accepted cut-off point
for defining obesity; however, its accuracy in classifying obesity in older adults is poorly …

Background Predictive equations are the best option for assessing fat mass in clinical
practice due to their low cost and practicality. However, several factors, such as age, excess …

There are several equations based on bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) to estimate
with high precision appendicular skeletal muscle mass (ASM). However, most of the external …

Abstract Background Eating disorders (EDs) compromise individuals' nutritional status,
affecting, among other organs and systems, bone health. Objectives This study aimed to …

The densitometry method estimates body composition based on cadaver reference values,
mainly the fat-free mass density value of 1.100 g/cm 3. However, several changes in fat-free …

There are several equations based on bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) to estimate
with high precision appendicular skeletal muscle mass (ASM). However, most of the external …

Actualmente, una de las metodologías más prácticas y de bajo costo para estimar la masa
muscular en las extremidades (MME) es la bioimpedancia eléctrica (BIE). Existen 25 …

Skeletal muscle performs a broad range of mechanical, structural and metabolic functions
(1). It increases from childhood and remains constant between 18 and 40 years. From the …

BACKGROUND: Predictive equations are the best option for assessing fat mass in clinical
practice due to their low cost and practicality. However, several factors, such as age, excess …