This observational study is looking at the connection between obesity and heart disease risk in African American men and women. Researchers want to understand if body size and sex play a role in developing heart disease. They will examine risk factors like total body fat, how fat is distributed in the body, fat levels in the blood (triglyceride concentration, LDL, and HDL), how quickly fat is removed from the blood, and how well insulin works. The study aims to determine if obesity, blood sugar (glucose), and fat levels (triglyceride) contribute to heart disease risk in Black individuals. About 2000 participants between 18 and 70 years old who identify as Black are planned to be included.

Study design

This is an observational study with a planned enrollment of 2000 participants. It is designed to investigate the relationship between risk factors and health outcomes.

What's involved

Not specified in the trial record.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Heart disease and diabetes risk will be measured by subject, but the duration of follow-up is not specified.

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