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The prevalence of overweight and obesity among nursing mothers in sub-urban setting areas in Rivers State, Nigeria
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Nwosu E C, Wordu G 0
Abstract
Obesity has been implicated as one of the major causes of
non-communicable chronic diseases. This study assessed the nutritional status
and risk of obesity among nursing mothers in sub-urban settings in Rivers
State. A total of 280 nursing mothers were sampled. Data were collected using a
pre-tested semi-structured questionnaires, anthropometric measurements (weight
and height) were conducted using standard procedures. Body Mass Index (BMI were
calculated and compared with WHO standard. Data were analyzed using descriptive
statistics. The result shows that 37.14% of the respondents were between 20 -
30 years, while 27.7% were between 31 - 40 years. About 71.43% engaged in
snacking and 37.86% never engaged in physical activities. BMI classification
revealed that 28.60% 23.67% and 42.80% were normal, overweight and obese
respectively. In conclusion, overweight and obesity rate were high, low
physical activity level and sedentary lifestyles were observed. There is need
for nutrition education.
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Pages:94-97
How to cite this article:
Nwosu E C, Wordu G 0 "The prevalence of overweight and obesity among nursing mothers in sub-urban setting areas in Rivers State, Nigeria". International Journal of Educational Research and Development, Vol 6, Issue 2, 2024, Pages 94-97
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