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International Journal of Tropical Medicine

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ISSN: Print 1816-3319
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Cross Sectional Study Related to Lifestyle Associated with Obesity in Middle Aged Indian Adults in a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital

Sudipto Roy, Amit Karmakar, Nayan Paul and Nabanita Mondol
Page: 35-40 | Received 30 Apr 2024, Accepted 15 Jun 2024, Published online: 15 Jun 2024

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Abstract

Obesity is a major public health concern, particularly among middle‐aged adults in India, due to its association with various non‐communicable diseases. This study aims to investigate the lifestyle factors contributing to obesity in middle‐aged Indian adults attending a tertiary care teaching hospital. This cross‐sectional study included 360 middle‐aged adults (40‐60 years) selected through systematic random sampling. Data were collected using structured questionnaires covering demographics, dietary habits, physical activity, sleep patterns and stress factors. Anthropometric measurements were recorded and logistic regression analysis was used to identify significant lifestyle factors associated with obesity. The study found significant associations between obesity and high fast food consumption (OR: 3.2, 95% CI: 1.8 ‐ 5.6, P<0.001), high sugary beverage intake (OR: 2.9, 95% CI: 1.6‐5.3, P<0.001), low physical activity (OR: 4.1, 95% CI: 2.3‐7.4, P<0.001), poor sleep quality (OR: 2.5, 95% CI: 1.4‐4.5, P = 0.002) and high stress levels (OR: 3.0, 95% CI: 1.7‐5.4, P<0.001). Obese participants also reported higher sedentary behavior and lower fruit and vegetable intake compared to non‐obese participants. High fast food consumption, high sugary beverage intake, low physical activity, poor sleep quality and high stress levels are significant predictors of obesity in middle‐aged Indian adults. These findings highlight the need for comprehensive public health strategies focusing on lifestyle modifications to combat obesity in this population.

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Sudipto Roy, Amit Karmakar, Nayan Paul and Nabanita Mondol. Cross Sectional Study Related to Lifestyle Associated with Obesity in Middle Aged Indian Adults in a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.7.35.40
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