Snus Use and Weight Gain in Men
Author Information
Author(s): Hansson Jenny, Galanti Maria Rosaria, Magnusson Cecilia, Hergens Maria-Pia
Primary Institution: Karolinska Institutet
Hypothesis
What is the relationship between snus use and weight gain or obesity among men?
Conclusion
The study suggests that snus use is moderately associated with weight gain and incident obesity among men.
Supporting Evidence
- Stable current snus users gained an average of 1.9 kg, while never tobacco users gained 0.7 kg.
- Stable current snus use was associated with an odds ratio of 1.31 for weight gain.
- Stable current snus users had an odds ratio of 1.93 for developing obesity.
Takeaway
Using snus might make you gain weight and could lead to obesity, especially in men.
Methodology
The study analyzed data from 9,954 men in Stockholm County, comparing self-reported weight and BMI from 2002 to 2007.
Potential Biases
Self-reported information may lead to non-differential bias regarding tobacco exposure.
Limitations
The study relied on self-reported data, which could introduce bias, and had a low participation rate at baseline.
Participant Demographics
The study focused on men aged 18 to 84 years living in Stockholm County.
Statistical Information
P-Value
1.31 (weight gain), 1.93 (incident obesity)
Confidence Interval
1.04-1.65 (weight gain), 1.13-3.30 (incident obesity)
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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