The association between body mass index and health‐related quality of life in the 2017 and 2018 health survey of England data: A cross‐sectional observational analysis
Authors' conclusion
Reduced HRQoL beyond optimal BMI underlines the importance of maintaining a normal BMI range for overall health. The rising prevalence of class III obesity is a major public health concern given its disproportionate impact on health, health care utilization and costs. Obesity management is key to preventing the reduction in HRQoL associated with obesity-related comorbidities, and this analysis supports the development of targeted policies and population health initiatives for people with class III obesity.
Study context
- Population
- Adults with valid health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and body mass index (BMI) data, general population in England, Health Survey for England 2017 and 2018
- Participants
- 12,158 adults
- Outcome
- Association between BMI and HRQoL
Methodological detailsobservational, robust standard error linear regression, adjusted for demographic and socioeconomic characteristics, lifestyle behaviours and obesity-related comorbidities
- Observational
- Robust standard error linear regression
- Adjusted for demographic and socioeconomic characteristics, lifestyle behaviours and obesity-related comorbidities
Main finding
As reported in the abstract
Mean HRQoL peak BMI, men
25.7 kg/m²
Mean HRQoL peak BMI, women
22.6 kg/m²
Observational data: associations, not effects.
Further findings
Sensitivity analyses
- Similar coefficients, suggesting a robust model specification
Original publication
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