Cross-sectional study reveals diet, age, and physical inactivity drive obesity risk in full-time employees, highlighting the need for targeted workplace wellness initiatives.
OBJECTIVE: This study examines the relationship between overweight/obesity and sociodemographic, lifestyle variables, and work-related factors. METHODS: A cross-sectional study with 7302 full-time employees was conducted. RESULTS: Men had a higher prevalence of overweight/obesity than women. Explanatory risk models, adjusted for age, sex, and physical activity, identified age, male sex, low physical activity, ex-smoking status, moderate to high meat consumption, high cured meat consumption, and high sugary drink consumption as associated factors for overweight/obesity. Over time, surveys revealed a decrease in physical activity, increased alcohol consumption, and more rotating and night shifts. Despite these changes, the overall prevalence of overweight/obesity remained unchanged. CONCLUSIONS: Older men are at a higher risk of overweight and obesity, with key factors including low physical activity, ex-smoking status, and high consumption of meat, cured meat, and sugary drinks.
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