Study on Obesity and Overweight among School Going Adolescents of Nalanda District
Journal: International Archives of Integrated Medicine (IAIM) (Vol.4, No. 6)Publication Date: 2017-06-17
Authors : Laxman Kumar; Prabhat Kumar Lal; Sunil Kumar; Dhirendra Kumar;
Page : 192-195
Keywords : Overweight; Obesity; School children; Adolescents; Bihar.;
Abstract
Obesity is associated with many health problems. Obesity rates are gradually increasing. The present descriptive study was conducted to find the prevalence and factors of overweight and obesity among school children of Nalanda. It was seen that 5.3% children were overweight and 1.7% were obese. Living in urban area, being female, less outdoor activities, lesser indoor activities and habit of fast food eating are associated with higher chances of obesity. Health education is needed to control the situation.
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