Prevalence Of Obesity Among Middle Aged Women Associated With Lifestyle And Demography
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obesity, women, Age, Body mass index, anthropometryAbstract
Background: Obesity is a significant global public health problem, and middle-aged women are a high-risk group. This study was undertaken to identify the prevalence of obesity in middle-aged women in Puducherry.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was done among 100middle-aged women (40-60 years) selected by a multi-stage sampling method. A pre-tested questionnaire was used to collect data, and anthropometric measurements were made. Obesity was diagnosed as a body mass index (BMI) ≥ 30 kg/m².
Results: The prevalence of obesity was 34.5%. The prevalence of obesity rose with age, from 28.5% in women aged 40-44 years to 41.2% in those aged 55-60 years. The factors that were significantly related to obesity were increased education level, physical inactivity, and chronic diseases.
Conclusion: The incidence of obesity in middle-aged women of Puducherry is high, and therefore, there is a need for specific interventions to encourage healthy lifestyle practices and avert obesity complications.
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