Recent facts of eating habits and obesity among adolescent; a case of Pakistan

Authors

  • Mubbasher Munir Department of Economics and Quantitative Methods, Dr. Hasan Murad, School of Management, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Pakistan.
  • Maria Oubaid Department of Life Sciences, School of Science, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Pakistan
  • Atif Amin Baig Faculty of Allied health sciences University of Lahore, Lahore Pakistan.
  • Anam Azam Department of Life Sciences, School of Science, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Pakistan
  • Hira Khalil Faculty of Science and Health, University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom.

Abstract

Background: Obesity is an escalating problem that is reaching to pandemic level. Multiple factors may involve in causing obesity such as improper food pattern of physical activities, social and ecological variables, choice of menu and other biological factors. Conducting to a study to evaluate the primary cause. However, a few studies are conducting to see the impact of eating patterns on health and weight. Methods: University students (n=150, ages 18-24 years) 50% males and 50% females were selected for data collection via questionnaire. The outcomes showed that 70 individuals prefer to eat saturated fats that can lead to accumulation of bad cholesterol. 5% females and 5% males prefer using trans-fat that is even worse. On the other hand, 44 respondents prefer to choose low fat food. Results: About 25% individuals are unaware of nutritional on facts of the products but females are more conscious as compared to the men. 55% individuals eat unconsciously while watching television and consume more than the requirement. 94 individuals got attracted by advertisement tactics of food companies and but to eat them. It is also witnessed that males (32%) consume more carbonated drinks than females (13%). 64 students strongly agreed that supplements lead to obesity. In our sample population 10% obese, 14% were overweight and 47% were of normal weight. Conclusion: The major reason of obesity could be that they are eating out more often. It could be due to the fact they are dependent on high calorie food. There is a lack of vegetables and fruits in their diet. On the other hand, fruits, veggies and whole grains are linked to less gain and even weight loss. Making smart food choices can help you stay slim and healthy.

 

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2023-03-30

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Munir, M., Oubaid, M., Baig, A. A., Azam, A., & Khalil, H. (2023). Recent facts of eating habits and obesity among adolescent; a case of Pakistan. International Journal of Natural Medicine and Health Sciences, 2(2), 49–57. Retrieved from https://journals.iub.edu.pk/index.php/ijnms/article/view/1800

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Vol. 2 No. 2 (2023): International Journal of Natural Medicine and Health Sciences

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