Eating Habits and Obesity Among Lebanese University Students
Author Information
Author(s): Yahia Najat, Achkar Alice, Abdallah Abbass, Rizk Sandra
Primary Institution: Lebanese American University
Hypothesis
The study aims to assess the prevalence of overweight and obesity among students from the Lebanese American University and examine their eating habits.
Conclusion
University students would benefit from a nutrition and health promotion program to reduce the tendency of overweight and obesity, especially among males.
Supporting Evidence
- 64.7% of students were of normal weight.
- 37.5% of male students were overweight compared to 13.6% of females.
- 61.4% of students reported taking meals regularly.
- Female students showed healthier eating habits compared to male students.
Takeaway
This study looked at how Lebanese university students eat and their weight. It found that many students are normal weight, but some, especially males, are overweight or obese.
Methodology
A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 220 students who filled out a questionnaire and had their weight, height, and body fat measured.
Limitations
The study's findings may not represent all university students in Lebanon as it only included students from one university with a high socio-economic status.
Participant Demographics
43.6% male and 56.4% female students, average age 20 ± 1.9 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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