Browsing Research Publications by Author "Opperman, Maretha"
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Anthropometric indices and cut-off points for screening of metabolic syndrome among South African taxi drivers
Sekgala, Machoene Derrick; Opperman, Maretha; Mpahleni, Buhle (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
Sekgala, Machoene D.; Sewpaul, Ronel; Opperman, Maretha (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
Sekgala, Machoene Derrick; Opperman, Maretha; Mpahleni, Buhle (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 ...