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Anthropometric indices and cut-off points for screening of metabolic syndrome among South African taxi drivers
(Frontiers Media, 2022)
Detecting the early onset of metabolic syndrome (MetS) allows
for quick intervention which may slow progression to a variety of health
consequences, hence, determining the best measurement to detect MetS
is essential. ...
Comparison of the ability of anthropometric indices to predict the risk of diabetes mellitus in South African males: Sanhanes-1
(MDPI, 2022)
This study aimed to assess the sensitivity of body mass index (BMI) to predict the risk of
diabetes mellitus (DM) and whether waist circumference (WC), waist-to-hip (WHR) and waist-toheight
(WHtR) ratios are better ...
Sociodemographic and lifestyle factors and the risk of metabolic syndrome in taxi drivers: A focus on street food
(Frontiers Media, 2023)
In South Africa, similar to other populous countries, the taxi
industry is an important form of transportation that contributes to the country’s
development. As a result, minibus taxi driving is an occupation characterized ...