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October 1, 2025NutrientsOpen Access

Recalling Perceptions, Emotions, Behaviours, and Changes in Weight Status Among University Students After the Pandemic Experience

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LZLuciana ZaccagniSTStefania ToselliEGEmanuela Gualdi‐Russo

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Overview

Retrospective study examines changes in BMI and lifestyle among Italian university students during pandemic, revealing sex-related differences.

Key Points

  • Changes in weight status during the pandemic significantly affected current BMI among students, particularly males.
  • 38.3% of males and 43% of females reported negative lifestyle impacts due to pandemic restrictions.
  • The study utilized a cross-sectional online survey assessing pandemic experiences and changes in physical activity and nutrition.
  • These findings suggest the pandemic led to disparities in perceptions and lifestyle changes, impacting both mental and physical health.

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Zaccagni et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68dd91dafe798ba2fc499191https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17193132
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