Participant health characteristics (N=146)
| Characteristics | Urban I and II M (SD) | Rural I and II M (SD) | Total M (SD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resting heart rate (bpm) | 78.87 (9.86) | 82.24 (10.60) | 80.44 (10.32) |
| Systolic blood pressure (mm Hg) | 138.54 (14.00) | 140.38 (13.89) | 139.40 (13.93) |
| Diastolic blood pressure (mm Hg) | 84.56 (8.18) | 84.29 (9.50) | 84.44 (8.78) |
| Body mass (kg) | 99.10 (13.19) | 98.21 (13.44) | 98.68 (13.27) |
| Body mass index (kg/m2) | 36.48 (3.37) | 36.50 (2.77) | 36.49 (3.09) |
| Waist circumference (cm) | 116.04 (9.02) | 115.04 (18.85) | 115.58 (9.89) |
| Ratio of cholesterol over HDL level* | 3.79 (0.93) | 3.69 (1.14) | 3.75 (1.03) |
*Thirteen participants did not provide data.
HDL, high-density lipoprotein.