Dietary factors and prevalence of overweight and obesity among medical students in Kancheepuram: A cross-sectional study
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: The prevalence of overweight and obesity and examined associated dietary factors among 138 medical students in Kancheepuram is of interest. Anthropometric measurements were recorded and dietary patterns were analyzed using a validated food frequency questionnaire. The overall prevalence of overweight and obesity was 34.1% and 11.6%, respectively. High fast-food consumption, frequent late-night eating and low fruit intake were significantly associated with elevated BMI. Thus, we show the need for targeted nutritional interventions within medical student populations.
Source: Bioinformation
Authors: Surya Senthil, Bethamcherla Bala Chandrudu, Naveen Shyam Sundar R, Shoraf Pascal, Mohammed Zakiullah Shareef, Dinesh Raja, Balaji Arumugam
Institution: Saveetha University
Language: English
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4415946972