Awareness of Obesity and Weight Loss Management in Saudi Arabia
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Al-Shahrani Abdullah M, Alqahtani Saif M, Alghamdi Mada A, Albalhsn Hadi, Almalhan Lama A, Alamri Malik M, Alshahrani Abdullah S, Alamri Abdulrahim S, Alqahtani Alwaleed M, Alzhrani Saeed M, Alqahtani Manar M, Miskeen Elhadi
Primary Institution: University of Bisha
Hypothesis
What is the level of awareness regarding obesity and weight loss management among adults in the Asir region of Saudi Arabia?
Conclusion
The study found moderate awareness of obesity and weight management, but low adherence to healthy behaviors.
Supporting Evidence
- 83.5% of participants did not follow any specific diet.
- Only 29.8% engaged in regular physical activity.
- 51.9% of participants slept fewer than seven hours.
- 61.9% did not meet recommended water intake.
- 66.1% acknowledged that medical conditions can contribute to obesity.
- 24.5% practiced intermittent fasting.
- 1.7% had undergone weight loss surgery.
- Females and younger participants showed higher awareness.
Takeaway
Many adults in Saudi Arabia know about obesity, but most don't follow healthy diets or exercise regularly.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study using a self-administered electronic questionnaire distributed to adults in the Asir region.
Potential Biases
Potential selection bias due to the online survey format.
Limitations
The online format may introduce selection bias and cannot determine cause-and-effect relationships.
Participant Demographics
69.6% female, 30.4% male; largest age group 18-20 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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