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Obesity And It Implications Among Rural Adult
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STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
Obesity is a health hazard and a detriment
to one's well-being, as evidenced by increased morbidity and mortality
(Park 2004). It plays an important role in the natural history of other
chronic and noncommunicable diseases. Obesity is now recognized as a
serious public health concern due to its rising prevalence and numerous
negative health consequences (Kosen, 2018). Chronic disease incidence is
rising much faster in developing countries than in developed countries.
There is compelling evidence that childhood obesity is becoming more
prevalent in low- and middle-income countries. In many developing
countries, malnutrition and obesity coexist (Katz, 2007). Obesity has
numerous health consequences. The first issues that arise in these obese
children are usually emotional or psychological in nature. Obesity
often leads to serious conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure,
heart disease, sleep problems, and cancer. Other disorders include
liver disease, menarche or early puberty, eating disorders such as
anorexia, skin infections, asthma, and other respiratory problems
(Mayoclinic 2009). According to studies, overweight people are more
likely to become diseased. Obesity during adolescence has been linked to
an increase in adulthood mortality rates. Obese people are frequently
subjected to teasing, harassment, and ridicule at school. They may also
face harassment, discrimination, and name-calling from family members
and neighbors at home. These can result in anxiety, depression, low
self-esteem, frustration, and even withdrawal. According to a study,
obesity is on the rise, and physical inactivity, disordered eating
perceptions, and disordered behaviors are linked to higher rates of
overweight and obesity. Obese people have carotid arteries that have
aged prematurely by up to thirty years, according to a 2008 study, as
well as abnormal cholesterol levels. A 15-year-old obese child has the
carotid artery of a 45-year-old. According to World Health Organization
projections, noncommunicable diseases will account for roughly
three-quarters of all deaths in the developing world by 2020 (Katz,
2007), and adolescent obesity is likely to be a major risk factor in
this. This emerging public health issue of rising childhood obesity
rates in developing countries will almost certainly impose a massive
socioeconomic and public health burden on poorer countries in the near
future. Nigeria is a developing country in Africa.
OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY
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primary objective of this study is to assess obesity and it
implications among rural adult. Specifically the study is aimed at:
Examining the level of obesity prevalence among rural adults
Identifying the factors that influence overweight and obesity among rural adults
Identifying the health risk factors associated with overweight and obesity among rural adults.
Suggesting ways to prevent obesity among rural adults.
RESEARCH QUESTIONS
The following research questions will be answered in this study:
What is the level of obesity prevalence among rural adults?
What are the factors that influence overweight and obesity among rural adults?
What are the health risk factors associated with overweight and obesity among rural adults?
What ways can be used to prevent obesity among rural adults?
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ABSRACT - [ Total Page(s): 1 ]This study was carried out to assess obesity and it implications among rural adult. Specifically, the study determined the level of obesity prevalence among rural adults, identified the factors that influence overweight and obesity among rural adults, identified the health risk factors associated with overweight and obesity among rural adults and, suggesting ways to prevent obesity among rural adults. The study employed the survey descriptive research design. A total of 77 responses were validat ... Continue reading---
