Weight loss dietary knowledge, attitudes, and practices among different body weight groups in Northeast China.

ABSTRACT: Unhealthy dietary habits are prevalent in Northeast China, contributing to a high prevalence of obesity. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of the general population regarding weight loss dietary patterns in this region, with additional analysis of normal weight or underweight versus overweight and obesity subgroups. A cross-sectional study was conducted from September to November 2024 in Liaoning Province, China, using a self-administered questionnaire to collect demographic information and KAP scores. A total of 595 valid responses were analyzed (representing 91.4% of eligible participants), with 450 females (75.63%) and 145 males (24.37%). The overall knowledge score was 13.64 ± 5.88, with median attitude and practice scores of 28[25,31] and 35[32,4

SUBMITTER: Li Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12117023 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature