Generational Differences in Overweight Among Ethnic Minorities in the Netherlands
Author Information
Author(s): Hosper Karen, Nicolaou Mary, van Valkengoed Irene, Nierkens Vera, Stronks Karien
Primary Institution: Academic Medical Centre - University of Amsterdam
Hypothesis
What social and cultural factors contribute to generational differences in overweight among Turkish and Moroccan ethnic minorities?
Conclusion
Second generation Turkish and Moroccan women have a lower prevalence of overweight compared to first generation women, while second generation men have a higher prevalence than first generation men.
Supporting Evidence
- Second generation women were less often overweight than first generation women.
- Second generation men were more often overweight than first generation men.
- Socioeconomic position may account for the lower prevalence of overweight in second generation women.
Takeaway
This study looked at why young Turkish and Moroccan people in the Netherlands have different rates of being overweight based on whether they or their parents were born in Turkey or Morocco.
Methodology
Cross-sectional data from the LASER-study, including interviews and logistic regression analyses.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to self-reported data on weight and height.
Limitations
The study used cross-sectional data, which limits causal inferences, and some weight and height data were self-reported.
Participant Demographics
Participants were Turkish and Moroccan men and women aged 15-30 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.000
Confidence Interval
95% CI 0.40-1.46 for women, 95% CI 1.09-3.24 for men
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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