Dietary diversity and physical activity as risk factors of abdominal obesity among adults in Dilla town, Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Globally, the prevalence of obesity is on the rise and has nearly tripled since 1975. In Ethiopia, despite not having well-documented evidence, abdominal obesity has been increasing dramatically, particularly in urban settings. Therefore, this study is intended to determine the prevalence and risk factors of abdominal obesity among adults in Dilla town, Ethiopia.

Methods

A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted between January and February 2018 in Dilla Town. A multi-stage sampling technique was employed to recruit 663 adults. The study was conducted in accordance with the World Health Organization (WHO) STEP wise approach. Waist circumference was measured using a flexible metric tape mid-way between the lowest rib and iliac crest with the participant

SUBMITTER: Tesfaye TS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7392300 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature