An Empirical Study on the Influence of Social Networks and Menu Labeling on Calorie Intake in a University Dining Hall
Year: 2014
Type: dissertation
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Obesity is a major health problem for both adults and children.It is particularly important for college students to focus on weight management due to weight persistence from adolescent to adult.This study analyzes the influence of peer effects and menu labeling on calorie intake at a university dining hall with posted nutrition facts.Data were collected at the Citrus Dining Hall on Polytechnic Campus of Arizona State University by means of a questionnaire.Groups of four members each were interviewed for a total
Author: M.S Dan Wang
Language: English
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2111816107