Abstract
Obesity is increasing at exponential rates in developed economies despite the numerous policy interventions being implemented. The causes of obesity are multifactorial demanding a holistic review for targeted intervention. This study, therefore, provides a holistic overview of multiple factors affecting body weights i.e., socioeconomic and intrapersonal factors. We used data from a household and experimental survey carried out in Spain (Barcelona) in 2014. A non-linear path analysis was used considering the non-linear relationships that might exist between these factors and body weight. Results confirm non-linear relationships between some socioeconomic, intrapersonal factors and body weight. Among the intrapersonal factors, obesity is directly influenced by volitional control of obesity, attitude toward obese persons, holding a correct body image and body image dissatisfaction. Socioeconomic factors that have significant influence on obesity were age, education and gender. Risk attitudes do not correlate with obesity.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 585318 |
Number of pages | 14 |
Journal | Frontiers in Nutrition |
Volume | 8 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 3 Mar 2021 |
Bibliographical note
The Supplementary Material for this article can be found online at: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnut.2021. 585318/full#supplementary-materialKeywords
- attitude toward obesity
- beliefs toward obesity
- body mass index
- economic and sociodemographic features
- non-linear robust path analysis
- risk and loss aversion