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Journal of Obesity & Weight loss Therapy | ISSN: 2165-7904 | Volume 8
June 06-07, 2018 | Philadelphia, USA
International Conference on
Obesity & Fitness Expo
An examination of class rank and lifestyle habits among YSU undergraduate students
Lindsey Swanson
Youngstown State University, USA
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ecent research demonstrates that 35% of college students are overweight or obese with the majority of weight gain and
obesity occurring in individuals between ages 18 and 29 (Mokdad, et al., 2001). This suggests that college campuses can
be a setting for health-related interventions. Weight also increases in the freshman year, continuing into the sophomore year,
and possibly beyond (Huang, et al., 2003). Students at Youngstown State University (n= 100) were surveyed to determine
health behaviors and dietary habits. Students were compared by rank using a one-way ANOVA. Results showed no significant
difference between rank and weekly fast food consumption (F(3,96,99)=1.240,p=.299). Rank and weight change were also
examined using Fishers Exact Test. Results indicated that there was no significant difference in weight patterns across academic
rank (p=0.369).
Biography
This study was conducted by five, Youngstown State University, Senior Dietetic students along with advisement from their Professor.
lmswanson@student.ysu.eduLindsey Swanson, J Obes Weight Loss Ther 2018, Volulme: 8
DOI: 10.4172/2165-7904-C2-061