Body mass index and waist circumference have been shown to underestimate the obesity rate in _____________ populations.

Name: Body mass index and waist circumference have been shown to underestimate the obesity rate in _____________ populations.
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Asian/South Asian populations often have higher body fat percentages at lower BMI levels compared to other groups, leading to an underestimation of obesity rates when using standard BMI and waist circumference measures.

Body Mass Index and Waist Circumference Have Been Shown to Underestimate