Food Cravings And Weight Dynamics: Unravelling The Complex Relationship
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https://doi.org/10.52783/jns.v14.3126Keywords:
Body Mass Index, Eating behaviours, Food cravings, Weight managementAbstract
Background: Food cravings are a prevalent phenomenon that can significantly influence eating behaviours and, consequently, weight management. This study aims to explore the impact of food cravings on weight management within a selected community setting.
Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 45 participants from a Primary health centre. Data on frequency and intensity of food cravings, eating habits, and weight management practices were collected through structured questionnaires and analysed using statistical methods.
Results: The study showed that among 45 samples 9 (20%) were having low food cravings, 26 (58%) were having moderate food cravings and 10 (22%) were having high food cravings. the association between levels of food cravings with selected demographic variables. In this study high association was found between levels of food craving with presence of psychosocial problems and Body Mass Index. The strong correlation found between food cravings and weight management.
Conclusion: Food cravings play a critical role in shaping eating behaviours and affecting weight management. The study revealed a strong correlation between frequent and intense food cravings and poor weight management outcomes. Addressing these cravings through targeted interventions and support could enhance weight management strategies within community settings.
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