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Zeinab Tawbe
Lebanon
Research Article
Body Image Perception in Association with Healthy Lifestyle Behaviour's in Lebanese Men and Women
Author(s): Shahrazad Moustafa, Zeinab Tawbe, Fatina Sleiman, Sarine El-Daouk, Mohamad Koubar and Maha HoteitShahrazad Moustafa, Zeinab Tawbe, Fatina Sleiman, Sarine El-Daouk, Mohamad Koubar and Maha Hoteit
Background: Body image is an individual’s self-perceptions and attitudes about his or her physical appearance, leading to either satisfaction or dissatisfaction. These self-perceptions can affect lifestyle of both men and women of all ages.
Objectives: The purpose of the study is to determine the relationship between body image satisfaction and healthy lifestyles among adults (men and women).
Methods: A sample of 400 participants (221 women and 179 men) aged between 18-64 years were randomly recruited for analysis. Anthropometric measurements were collected and the body mass index (BMI) was calculated. Participants completed a questionnaire about body image, health-promoting lifestyle, and physical activity.
Results: 60% of participants were of normal BMI, 56% underweight, with 34% were over.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2469-9837.1000201