International Journal of Clinical Research

This study aims to explore the relationship between bone mineral density (BMD) and body mass index (BMI) among Tibetan college students in high-altitude areas. By using the quantitative research method, we conducted a questionnaire survey and physical examination on Tibetan students in Xizang University, and collected their BMD and BMI data. Through random sampling, 305 Tibetan students from Xizang University were selected as samples, and their BMD and BMI were measured. The analysis results show that there are significant gender differences in the Z-values of bone density among these students, and there are also significant differences in the Z-values of bone density between different BMI groups. From this, it can be inferred that Tibetan female students in the plateau are more likely to suffer from osteoporosis than Tibetan male students, and Tibetan students who are overweight or obese have a higher risk of osteoporosis compared to those with normal weight.

College students; Plateau; Bone density; Body mass index; Health Promotion