1. Evaluation of the influence of sleep on obesity indices among young adults.
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Giridharan, Srilakshmi, Devanand, Viji, Gunasekaran, Deepa, and Theesmas, Lovie Beneta
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YOUNG adults ,OBESITY ,SLEEP ,SLEEP duration ,SLEEP hygiene ,SLEEP interruptions ,WEIGHT gain - Abstract
The article "Evaluation of the influence of sleep on obesity indices among young adults" investigates the connection between sleep and obesity in young adults. The study analyzes the sleep quality and duration, physical activity levels, and obesity indices of 300 individuals aged 18-25. The findings reveal that poor sleep quality is linked to increased weight, waist circumference, and abdominal volume index, indicating a potential association between sleep and obesity. The study suggests that sleep quality plays a role in obesity, regardless of physical activity levels. However, the study acknowledges limitations and the necessity for additional research to fully comprehend the physiological mechanisms involved. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
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