Original Research Article I Volume 4 I Issue 1 I 2018
Prevalence of Overweight and Obesity among Post graduate students, Kakatiya University, Warangal
Swapna Gurrapu and Estari Mamidala
The American Journal Science and Medical Research; 4(1); 10-14
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.17812/ajsmr4103
Abstract:
Throughout the world, obesity & underweight is emerging as a serious problem, not only among adults but also children, teenagers and young adults. Hence, this study was undertaken to find out the prevalence of underweight and overweight among University Hostels. The objective of this study is to assess the prevalence of overweight and obesity among Students of a University Hostels and also to find the relationship of the risk factors like Physical inactivity, sleeping habits, diet, stress and association with other diseases (thyroid disorders, menstrual disorders). A cross-sectional study was conducted in selected sample of 290 subjects. Anthropometric measurements including height and weight were taken as per WHO criteria. Body mass index were calculated and classified accordingly as normal, overweight and obese, normal weight. The study revealed overall a high prevalence of underweight (20%), and overweight (5.5%). In males 3.5% were overweight. While in females 7.3% were overweight and 0.6% were obese. Relation with increased frequency of meals, increased sleep duration and regular exercise were found to be significant.
Keywords:
Overweight, Obesity, Kakatiya University, WHO
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Article Dates:
Received: 18 December 2017 ; Accepted: 25 January 2018 ; Published: 24 February 2018
How To Cite:
http://dx.doi.org/10.17812/ajsmr4103 Received : 18 December 2017 Accepted; 25 January 2018 Available online : 24 February 2018
