Cross-sectional analysis shows links between eating behaviors and BMI in healthcare professionals, suggesting stress management strategies are essential.
Job stress is highly prevalent among healthcare professionals and is modestly associated with certain eating behaviors. Although job stress was not directly associated with BMI, maladaptive eating behaviors-particularly restrained and emotional eating--were significantly related to higher BMI. These findings highlight the importance of workplace strategies that address both stress management and healthy eating behaviors to support the well-being of healthcare professionals. This study is based on a cross-sectional design and is classified as level of evidence 4.
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