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Characteristics of study participants (N = 5143).
| Characteristic | Mean ± SD |
|---|---|
| Age (yrs) | 39.29 ± 4.24 |
| Height (m) | 1.71 ± 0.12 |
| Weight (Kg) | 70.19 ± 6.49 |
| BMI | 25.34 ± 6.06 |
| Systolic BP (mm Hg) | 124.52 ± 8.84 |
| Diastolic BP (mm Hg) | 81.28 ± 6.40 |
| Fasting blood sugar (mg/dl) | 84.74 ± 13.10 |
| Serum cholesterol (mg/dl) | 177.37 ± 26.15 |
