Article: CRITICAL REVIEW OF BODY COMPOSITION MEASUREMENTS WITH RESPECT TO PHYSICAL HEALTH INDICATORS

Article Category: Review articles

DOI: 10.7897/2277-4343.16267

Pages: 172-181

Author: Sudeep S *, Resmy Raj

Abstract: Body composition refers to the various elements that make up the body. It acts as a physical health indicator for cardiovascular health, musculoskeletal health, metabolic health, psychological health, physical fitness, age-related disorders, etc. Also, it helps diagnose, manage and treat them with suitable therapeutic and drug interventions. Several compartment models of the body help assess body composition for greater accuracy and ease of understanding. Assessments are done using different methods, such as body mass index, waist circumference, skinfolds, bioelectrical impedance analysis, and emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence. Different contexts need different approaches, as these methods vary according to their specific applications. This comprehensive review focuses on prevalent diseases and their indicators. Also, comprehend their use in different circumstances. It extensively reports the pros and cons of different assessment methods, analysing multiple sources. This enables future populations and clinicians to adopt suitable, effective methods based on their requirements. Paves the way for further research and advancements in body composition and its processes.

Keyword: Body composition, Physical health indicators, Compartment models, Different methods, Prevalent diseases