Exploring the relationship between the impact of central obesity indices on forced vital capacity in young adult males

Background: Central obesity is a growing public health concern, particularly among young adults, and is associated with various metabolic and respiratory impairments. Forced Vital Capacity (FVC), a key measure of pulmonary function, may be adversely affected by increased central adiposity due to mechanical and inflammatory factors. Exploring the relationship between central obesity indices and FVC in young adult males can provide insights into early respiratory health risks and inform preventive strategies. Aim and Objectives: This study examines the association between central obesity and FVC in young adults. Material and Methods: This study employed a cross-sectional design after the institutional ethics committee approval. One hundred and six male participants diagnosed with central obesity and a Waist-to-Hip Ratio (WHR) > 0.90 were recruited from staff and student community aged 18-40 years. FVC was measured using an RMS Helios device. The assessment of height, weight, Body Mass İndex (BMI), Waist Circumference (WC), Hip Circumference (HC), WHR, fat percentage, and Fat Free Mass (FFM) were conducted using standard protocols. Results: Our study revealed no relationship between FVC, height, or BMI, WC, HC, WHR and FFM in the adults respectively with central obesity (p > 0.05). In contrast, we found a significant correlation between FVC with bodyweight (p = 0.012), height-weight ratio (p = 0.017), body fat percentage (p = 0.026) and fat mass (p = 0.017). Conclusion:According to the study findings, evaluating lung function in young adults with central obesity can reveal important details on the onset of lung illness.Furthermore, selected anthropometric measures can serve as biomarkers for identifying the onset of such disorders.