Self-estimated BMI, but not self-perceived body size, accurately identifies unhealthy weight in US adults

Abstract Background Self-perceptions of health and disease can be a major driver of health behaviors. Improving accuracy of self-ascertainment of obesity may prompt uptake of weight-control behaviors in those with obesity. Methods We assess performance of self-perceived body size (‘too small’, ‘abou...

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Main Author: Maia Phillips Smith
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-01-01
Series:BMC Public Health
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-021-10316-8