Exploring the Gender-based Variability in Terms of Body Mass Index, Eating Preference, and Sleep Pattern among School-going Adolescents of Periurban Settings of Karachi, Pakistan – A School-based Cross-sectional Study
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Key Points
Body mass index significantly varies with sleep patterns in adolescents, underscoring the importance of dietary habits.
74.9% of participants were aged 15–18, with noteworthy disparities in eating preferences between genders.
This cross-sectional survey examined adolescents using a structured questionnaire and Chi-square analysis in STATA.
Findings highlight links between sleep deprivation, appetite control, and obesity risk in teenagers.
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Implication
Cross-sectional study shows sleep deprivation affects body mass index in teenagers, indicating the need for dietary awareness.