Anthropometric Profiles and Risk of Diabetes among the Tangkhul Tribal Women

Abstract

Introduction:

 The Tangkhul community, a tribal group from the northeastern state of Manipur, possesses a rich array of biodiversity, traditional foods and a distinct way of life.

Methods:

 This study aimed to determine the prevalence of overweight and obesity within a group of 680 women aged 30 to 75 years, representing this ethnic population. Anthropometric measurements, including height (in cm), weight (in kg), waist and hip circumference (in cm) were recorded. Body Mass Index (BMI) and Waist-Hip Ratio (WHR) were then calculated using the Asian cutoff points recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO).

Results:

 The findings revealed that the prevalence of overweight, as well as obesity class I and class II were revealed.  It is evident that there exist a strong association between body weight and prevalence of lifestyle related diseases such as pre diabetes and type 2 diabetes. The identification of risk factors as modifiable and non-modifiable factors indicated by PRESS and IDRS risk assessment tool was carried out.

Conclusion:

To conclude modifiable factors like anthropometric measurements such as BMI, waist circumference, WHR, blood pressure were the indicator risk factors for pre diabetes and diabetes. Other factors like lifestyle choices and non-modifiable risk factor such as family history were also the contributors to the development of pre diabetes and type 2 diabetes among women Tangkhul tribe.