scholarly journals Body weight perception is associated with socio-economic status and current body weight in selected urban and rural South Indian school-going children

2012 ◽  
Vol 15 (12) ◽  
pp. 2348-2356 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Pauline ◽  
Sumithra Selvam ◽  
Sumathi Swaminathan ◽  
Mario Vaz
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Economic Status ◽  
Weight Perception ◽  
Ideal Body Weight ◽  
Overweight Children ◽  
Socio Economic Status ◽  
South Indian ◽  
Baseline Evaluation ◽  
Body Weight Perception

AbstractObjectiveTo evaluate the current and ideal body weight perceptions of schoolchildren in relation to their actual body weight and socio-economic status (SES).DesignBaseline evaluation of schoolchildren from January 2008 to April 2008 as part of a 3-year longitudinal study.SettingCity and non-city locations, Karnataka State, South India.SubjectsSchoolchildren (n 1877) aged between 8 and 14 years.ResultsGirls, children of more educated parents and city dwellers were more likely to be overweight (P < 0·001). Younger children aged <10 years and those of lower SES were more likely to perceive themselves as underweight (adjusted OR = 1·63, 95 % CI 1·25, 2·11 and adjusted OR = 1·87, 95 % CI 1·32, 2·65). Underweight children were ten times more likely to overestimate their current weight status, while overweight children were four times more likely to underestimate it. The odds of children of lower SES underestimating their weight, as well as desiring a higher weight, were higher than those of higher-SES children.ConclusionsSES is associated with body weight perception. Underweight children are more likely to overestimate their weight status and overweight children more likely to underestimate it.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Obesity and Body Weight Perception among Pregnant Women

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 17-25
Author(s):  
Rachael Shamini Danasamy ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Weight Perception ◽  
Ideal Body Weight ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Weight Category ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity ◽  
Normal Body Weight ◽  
Body Weight Perception

Obesity is rapidly increasing worldwide and there is a general misconception regarding body weight perception. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of obesity and body weight perception among pregnant women. A total of 315 pregnant women participated in this study. Their Body Mass Index (BMI) was recorded and weight perception was assessed using a questionnaire. About two third (60.6%, n=191) participants in the study had excess weight out of which, 29.8% (n=94) were obese and 30.8% (n=97) were overweight. There was poor agreement between participant’s true body weight category and their perception (k=0.185 (95% CI, 0.119 to 0.258), p<0.001). Majority of participants who were obese (84%, n=79) and overweight (77.4%, n=75) underestimated their weight status. Only a very small percentage of obese (16%, n=15) and overweight 18.6% (n=18) participants had correct perception of their weight. However, the majority (84.3%, n=86) of participants with normal body weight had correct perception regarding their body weight. This study found that most obese and overweight women tend to underestimate their weight status while those of normal weight had correct perception of their body weight. The inaccurate perception of those who are obese and overweight may impact weight gain during pregnancy and affect pregnancy related complications. Education regarding ideal body weight and its benefits needs to be instilled during pre-pregnancy care to achieve better overall outcome.

scholarly journals Body Weight Perception and Quality of Life in Nurses of Nantong City, China: A Cross-Sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xu Wang ◽  
Xiaohua Yang ◽  
Hongmei Chu ◽  
Chunyan Ge ◽  
Jie Yin
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Weight Perception ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Body Weight Perception

Abstract Background To explored associations of body weight perception with body mass index and quality of life among nurses.Methods A total of 456 nurses (18-55 years old） were surveyed in a cross-sectional study in a hospital of Nantong City, China. Data on social-demographic characteristics, body mass index, body weight perception and quality of life were collected. Results Our study showed that 40.6% of nurses misconception their weight status. Married nurses were more likely than unmarried to underestimate their weight. Significant disparity in mental health, vitality and mental component summary scores were found in nursers who underestimate their weight compared to those correctly perceived or over or who overestimate their weight. Conclusion Interventions should be designed to help nurse address body weight status misconception, thereby contributing to label themselves and patients as underweight, normal weight, overweight or obese correctly, and in turn, giving reasonable eating habits and physical activities health education.

scholarly journals Body Weight Perception and Weight Control Practices among Teenagers

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Darshini Devi Bhurtun ◽  
Rajesh Jeewon
Keyword(s):  
Weight Loss ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Weight Control ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Weight Perception ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Fat Intake ◽  
Actual Weight ◽  
Body Weight Perception

Background. Weight-loss behaviours are highly prevalent among adolescents, and body weight perception motivates weight control practices. However, little is known about the association of body weight perception, and weight control practices among teenagers in Mauritius. The aim of this study is to investigate the relationships between actual body weight, body weight perception, and weight control practices among teenagers. Methods. A questionnaire-based survey was used to collect data on anthropometric measurements, weight perception and weight control practices from a sample of 180 male and female students (90 boys and 90 girls) aged between 13 and 18 years old. Results. Based on BMI, 11.7% of students were overweight. Overall, 43.3% of respondents reported trying to lose weight (61.1% girls and 25.6% boys). Weight-loss behaviours were more prevalent among girls. Among the weight-loss teens, 88.5% students perceived themselves as overweight even though only 19.2% were overweight. Reducing fat intake (84.6%), exercising (80.8%), and increasing intake of fruits and vegetables (73.1%) and decreasing intake of sugar (66.7%) were the most commonly reported methods to lose weight. Conclusion. Body weight perception was poorly associated with actual weight status. Gender difference was observed in body weight perception.

scholarly journals Characteristics of energy under-reporting in children and adolescents

2011 ◽  
Vol 105 (11) ◽  
pp. 1671-1680 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandrine Lioret ◽  
Mathilde Touvier ◽  
Morgan Balin ◽  
Inge Huybrechts ◽  
Carine Dubuisson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Food Intake ◽  
Sedentary Behaviour ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Economic Status ◽  
Weight Perception ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Eating Frequency ◽  
Socio Economic Status ◽  
School Canteen ◽  
Simple Carbohydrates

Under-reporting (UR) of food intake is an issue of concern, as it may distort the relationships studied between diet and health. This topic has been scarcely addressed in children. The objective of the study was to assess the extent of UR in French children and investigate associated covariates. A total of 1455 children aged 3–17 years were taken from the nationally representative cross-sectional French étude Individuelle Nationale des Consommations Alimentaires (INCA2) dietary survey (2006–7). Food intake was reported in a 7 d diet record. Socio-economic status, sedentary behaviour, weight perception variables and food habits were collected by questionnaires. Weight and height were measured. Under-reporters were identified according to the Goldberg criterion adapted to children. Multivariate logistic regressions investigated the associations between UR and covariates. Rates of under-reporters were 4·9 and 26·0 % in children aged 3–10 and 11–17 years, respectively (P < 0·0001), without significant differences between boys and girls. Overall, UR was positively associated with a lower socio-economic status, overweight, skipping breakfast and dinner, a higher contribution of proteins to energy intake (EI), and a lower contribution of simple carbohydrates to EI. Under-reporters aged 3–10 years also had a higher sedentary behaviour and a lower snack-eating frequency. In adolescents, UR was also associated with a less-frequent school canteen attendance, a perception of being overweight, a wish to weigh less, and current and past restrictive diets. In conclusion, under-reporters differ from plausible reporters in several characteristics related to diet, lifestyle, weight status and socio-economic status. Therefore, it is important to consider this differential UR bias when investigating diet–disease associations in children.

scholarly journals Differences in Body Weight Perception Among Nutrition and Non-nutrition Students Enrolled in a General Nutrition Course at the University of Rhode Island

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 1206-1206
Author(s):  
Kaidy Cornell ◽  
Kathleen !Melanson
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Rhode Island ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Weight Perception ◽  
Secondary Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Healthy Weight ◽  
Fat Percentage ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Body Weight Perception

Abstract Objectives Research shows that students in healthcare fields have distorted perceptions of their bodies, specifically regarding their weight status. Nutrition majors are important to consider, given their future careers require them to assess others’ weight statuses and provide relevant diet recommendations. The main aims of this secondary analysis were to compare accuracy of nutrition versus non-nutrition majors’ body weight perception to their measured body mass index (BMI) and body fat percentage (BFP). It was hypothesized that nutrition majors will more accurately classify their weight relative to their BMI and BFP compared to non-nutrition majors due to their knowledge of weight classifications. Methods In this cross-sectional study, 188 non-nutrition (77% female; BMI 24.14 ± 5.46; BFP 26.30 ± 9.70) and 108 nutrition (83% female; BMI 23.78 ± 3.75; BFP 25.45 ± 8.39) majors enrolled in a general nutrition class and completed a nutrition assessment survey that included the multiple-choice question: “How would YOU describe your current weight?”. Categories were underweight, healthy weight, or overweight. Height was measured by a calibrated stadiometer. Weight and body composition were assessed by In-Body 770. BMI and BFP were categorized as underweight, healthy weight, or overweight according to the In-Body reference guidelines. Difference in accuracy of nutrition versus non-nutrition majors’ body weight perceptions were analyzed by independent t-tests. Data are expressed as means ± standard deviations. Results Of the 296 students, 28% misperceived their weight status relative to BMI and 40% misperceived their weight status relative to BFP. Of the 28%, 55 students perceived their weight as lower than (30% nutrition) and 25 students perceived their weight as higher than (52% nutrition) their measured BMI. Of the 40%, 86 students perceived their weight as lower than (24% nutrition) and 31 students perceived their weight as higher than (48% nutrition) their measured BFP. Nutrition majors had more accurate perceptions of their weight status relative to measured BFP than non-majors (−0.06 ± 0.58; −.27 ± 0.62; P = 0.004). Conclusions When perceptions were inaccurate, most students perceived themselves as a healthier weight than their measured BMI and BFP indicated. Nutrition majors’ perceptions relative to BFP were more accurate than non-majors. Funding Sources None.

scholarly journals Relationships between Body Weight Perception and Weight Management: Practices among Adolescents

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 40-49
Author(s):  
Kshitiz Upadhyay Dhungel ◽  
Barsha Bhattarai
Keyword(s):  
Weight Loss ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Actual Body ◽  
Weight Control ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Weight Perception ◽  
P Value ◽  
Actual Weight ◽  
Weight Perceptions ◽  
Body Weight Perception

Background and Objectives: Overweight and obesity are highly prevalent in western countries and growing problems in developing countries. Weight loss behaviors are highly prevalent among adolescents, and body weight perception motivates weight control practices. The aim of this study is to investigate the relationships between actual body weight, body weight perception, and weight control practices among adolescents. Material and methods: A questionnaire-based survey was used to collect data on anthropometric measurements, demographic information, weight perception and weight control practices from a sample of 200 male and female students (89 boys and 111 girls) aged between13 and19 year old. The association between weight loss attempts and socio demographic factors, weight status and the weight perception were analyzed. Multivariable logistic regression analyses were performed to examine the predictors of misperception and its association with weight-related behaviors. Cohen's kappa was calculated to analyze the accuracy of body weight perceptions. Results: This study revealed that prevalence of underweight was higher in girls than boys. In this study, 8% were underweight including 3.5% severely underweight, 23.5% were overweight, 6% were obese and the rest of the participants (59%) were of normal weight. Only 61.5% respondents perceived their weight correctly. Perception of 21.5% adolescents was underestimated and 16.5% were overestimated than their actual weight status. Almost one third of the respondents were in weight control interventions. Almost 11% boys and 33% girls attempted weight loss activities. The gender biasness was seen in weight control (statistically significant ,p value =0.003). Body weight perception was found significant (p value, 0.001) in relation to weight control behavior. Conclusion: Body weight perceptions are not in agreement with actual weight in adolescents. This discrepancy is more marked in females who use a variety of weight control behaviors. These behaviors are motivated more apparently by perceived weight rather than actual body mass index.  

scholarly journals Gender and Racial/Ethnic Disparities in the Perception of Weight Status, Health Status and Diet Quality Among Adolescents in the USA (P04-114-19)

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Teresia Mbogori ◽  
Tya Arthur ◽  
Kilee Kimmel
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Diet Quality ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Weight Perception ◽  
Ethnic Disparities ◽  
Body Weight Perception ◽  
Racial Ethnic ◽  
Hispanic White

Abstract Objectives Body weight perception is associated with an individual's intention and likelihood to participate in healthy lifestyle behaviors such as healthy eating and physical activity. Significant gender and racial/ethnic disparities in body weight perception have been observed in adults but limited studies are available for adolescents. The objective of this study was to identify gender and racial/ethnic disparities in adolescent perception of their weight status, health status and the quality of their diet. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted with 1737 adolescents (12–17 years) participating in the Family Life, Activity, Sun, Health, and Eating (FLASHE) Study, an internet-based survey study sponsored by the National Cancer Institute. Adolescents reported their demographic characteristics and the perception of their, weight status, diet quality, health status, and the frequency with which they consumed common fruits and vegetables in a week. Results The average participant was a U.S. native (98%) and a non-Hispanic white (63.7%). Genders were distributed evenly with 48.1% male and 48.5% female. Male participants were more likely to perceive themselves as underweight as compared to the female participants (X2 = 48.6; P < 0.01). Similarly, more male participants considered their health to be excellent as compared to their female counterparts (X2 = 21.94; P < 0.001). There were no significant gender differences in perception of diet quality and frequency of consumption of fruit and vegetables. More non-Hispanic Blacks perceived themselves to be underweight as compared to their non-Hispanic White and Hispanic counterparts (X2 = 13.66 P < 0.01). There were more non-Hispanic blacks who considered their diet to be unhealthy as compared to the other racial/ethnic groups. There were no significant differences between race/ethnicity and perception of health status or frequency of consumption of fruits and vegetables. Conclusions Like in adults, gender and racial/ethnic disparities in the adolescent perception of their weight status, health status and diet quality exist. Researchers and practitioners need to identify the causes of these disparities and effective ways of designing interventions that take into account the disparities. Funding Sources None.

scholarly journals Body weight perception by college going adolescents of North Karnataka, India- A cross sectional study

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 106-109 ◽  
Author(s):  
B Banjade ◽  
VA Naik ◽  
AB Narasannavar
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Weight Perception ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
College Going ◽  
Effective Role ◽  
Body Weight Perception

Background: Adolescence (10-19 year) is a period of transition from childhood to adulthood. The factor that determines how adolescents feel about themselves is ‘Body image’. The objective of study is to understand body weight perception of adolescents.Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in the two Pre- University colleges with a sample of 330 adolescents. Pre-designed and pre-tested questionnaire was used to elicit the required information.Results: 13 % of study participants underestimated their body weight and 11.2 % over estimated their body weight. 82.7% of study subjects perceived themselves as normal weight for their age and height, 7.6% perceived as underweight and 9.7% perceived as overweight/obese.Conclusion: Inappropriate perceptions about body weight leads to increase in the problems related to overweight/obesity. Lack of knowledge about and access to growth charts has probably made difficult for adolescents to evaluate their weight status objectively. So, college can play an effective role to help them to know actual body weightNepal Journal of Medical Sciences Vol.3(2) 2014: 106-109

scholarly journals Body Weight Perception Versus Body Weight Status: How Good is The Agreement?

2018 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nurjasmine Aida binti Jamani ◽  
Abdul Hadi bin Said ◽  
Karimah Hanim binti Abd.Aziz ◽  
Mohd Aizuddin bin Abd Rahman
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Weight Perception ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Kappa Statistics ◽  
Late Adolescents ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Body Weight Status ◽  
Body Weight Perception

Introduction: Body weight perception is an important underlying psychological factor associated with body weight. Overemphasis on thinness among adolescents can lead to unhealthy dieting practices and eating disorders, whereas underestimation of body weight may increase risk of the development of overweight and obesity. This study measured the agreement between body weight perception and body weight status (BMI) among late adolescents in Kuantan. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from April to August 2018 among 418 adolescents of six higher learning institutions in Kuantan; aged 17-19 years old. Weight and height were measured and BMI was calculated. Self-administered, validated questionnaires; Figure Rating Scale (FRS) and International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) were used. The strength of agreement between BMI and body weight perception was examined using Kappa statistics. Results: Overall, 37.6% of total participants misjudged their own body weight. Of particular note, 51.9% of real underweight participants misperceived body weight as normal weight and overweight while 47.2% of obese participants incorrectly perceived their body weight as overweight. The agreement between body weight perception and body mass index was poor (k=-0.09, p< 0.01). The discrepancy more marked in male (k = -0.11, p<0.01). Conclusions: Body weight perception was not in agreement with actual weight in late adolescents. Accurate body weight perception is an important factor in late adolescent’s weight management behaviour. More effort should be done in order to correct misperception among this age group for their health benefits.

scholarly journals Body Weight, Obesity Perception, and Actions to Achieve Desired Weight among Rural and Urban Ghanaian Adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Nana Ama Frimpomaa Agyapong ◽  
Reginald Adjetey Annan ◽  
Charles Apprey ◽  
Linda Nana Esi Aduku
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Weight Perception ◽  
Ideal Body Weight ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
The Body ◽  
Rural And Urban ◽  
Ideal Body ◽  
Body Weight Perception ◽  
Study Participants

Background. Accurate body weight perception is important to maintaining an ideal body weight. In Africa, a preference for a larger body size and its association with health and wellbeing has been well documented. It remains speculative if these perceptions have changed or improved and if differences exist among rural and urban dwellers. The main aim of this study was to assess the body weight and obesity perceptions among rural and urban Ghanaians. Methods. This cross-sectional study involved 565 participants. The Stunkard figure rating scale was used to assess the body weight perception of participants. Participants were to choose from the scale figures they perceived to represent their current body weight, desired body weight, ideal body weight, ideal look for a wealthy person, ideal look for a woman with children, and ideal look for a woman without children. Additionally, participants were asked to describe obesity and its threat to health in their terms. Responses of participants to the above questions are presented as frequencies. Differences between rural and urban participants as well as males and females with respect to the median figure chosen for each question were determined by Mann–Whitney U test. Results. The median age of participants was 40 (IQR 26). The prevalence of overweight and obesity observed among participants was 52.8%. The most frequently selected figure as current body image was figure 5 (23.5%). Figure 4 was most frequently chosen by both males (37.2%) and females (24.6%) as their desired body image (27.4%). Male participants (41.8%) chose figure 5 as ideal for their gender while females (27.4%) maintained figure 4 as ideal for their gender. Study participants associated overweight with wealth and childbirth, and attributed their current weights to hereditary (27%) and childbirth (27%). Most participants were not taking steps to achieve their desired body image, and only a few engaged in both dieting and exercise to lose weight. Majority of participants described obesity as the accumulation of fat (91.0%) and viewed it as a threat to health (91.0%). Differences were observed among rural and urban participants with regard to the figure chosen as ideal for a wealthy person. Conclusion. Results from this study show an improvement in obesity perception and the acknowledgment of obesity as a threat to health. There was a desire for a normal-weight figure among study participants. Attribution of current body weight to hereditary and childbirth seems to be a hindrance to the implementation of actions to achieve this normal figure weight. Public health education, screening for overweight and obesity, creation of supportive food environments, and culture-sensitive interventions are promising to curbing the obesity menace.

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