Factors Influencing the Nutritional Status of Obese Patients in Egypt and Oman: A Cross-Sectional Study

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Department of Nutrition and Food Science Dep, Faculty of Home Economics, Menoufia University, Shibin El-Kom, Egypt.

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Obesity is a medical condition in which excess body fat has accumulated to the extent that it may have a negative effect on health. This study aimed to evaluate the nutritional status of obese patients in Egypt and Oman and identify the differential factors related to disease. A total of 200 male participants (100 Egyptian and 100 Omanis) were involved in this study, with a range of ages 17 to 40 years. Data about anthropometric measurements, food habits, socioeconomic status, and health history were collected. The mean value of nutrient intake was estimated through a 24-hour recall for three days and compared with daily requirement intake (DRI). The results revealed that there is no significant difference between the groups in height, weight, and body mass index. The highest percentage in both Egyptian and Omani groups had a university education and were married. The majority were second-class obese (BMI between 35 and 40), inactivity, eating three meals, and eating caloric snacks. Moderate amounts of salt, drinking soft drinks, and eating fast foods were consumed. They were suffering from diseases such as back pain and diabetes. Egyptian patients consumed plant iron and high amounts of sodium, and the other nutrients were significantly lower than those of Omanis patients. From that, it was concluded that food habits and lifestyle factors were the major factors that caused obesity in both groups. So, a healthy eating plan, changing food habits, and regular physical activity play a vital role in controlling obesity

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