Combined effect of body mass index and atherogenic index of plasma on risk of stroke among individuals with abnormal glucose metabolism: Evidence from the China health and retirement longitudinal study

Key Points

• Stroke risk increases with higher body mass index in individuals with abnormal glucose metabolism, affecting health outcomes.
• The study shows that both body mass index and atherogenic index are significant predictors of stroke risk among participants.
• Longitudinal study design using data from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study supports these findings.
• The results highlight the need for lifestyle interventions targeting body mass index and atherogenic index to reduce stroke risk.