Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Consumption and Associated Health Risks Awareness Among University Students in Kuwait: A Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT: Background: Excessive consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) is linked to various health risks, including obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. University students are particularly vulnerable due to lifestyle factors and high consumption patterns. Objective: This cross-sectional survey examined SSB consumption patterns, sugar intake, and awareness of health risks among Kuwait University students. Methods: Statistical analyses, including chi-square tests and logistic regression models, were conducted using SPSS. Results: Findings revealed a high prevalence of SSB consumption, with significant associations between intake levels and demographic characteristics. Regular soda was the most consumed SSB, with 42% of students drinking it 5-6 ti

SUBMITTER: Zafar TA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12114537 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature