At a given BMI level, Asians have greater body fat content than Caucasians and thus show greater disease risks related to adipose levels.

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Asians tend to have a higher percentage of body fat than Caucasians at the same BMI levels, leading to increased risks of diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and other conditions associated with higher adipose tissue levels. This has led to the recommendation of lower BMI cutoffs for overweight and obesity in Asian populations.

At a Given BMI Level, Asians Have Greater Body Fat