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Body size preference among Yoruba in three Nigerian communities
E O Okoro1, B A Oyejola, E N Etebu
1Division of Hypertension, Diabetes and Therapeutics, Department of Medicine, University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Ilorin, Kwara, Nigeria, eookoro2003@yahoo.co.uk.
Eating and Weight Disorders : EWD
|November 1, 2013
Summary
In Nigerian communities, larger body sizes are positively viewed, with many preferring bigger figures. This perception is linked to casual blood sugar levels, especially in women.
Area of Science:
- Anthropology
- Public Health
- Endocrinology
Background:
- Previous studies indicated Nigerians with type 2 diabetes avoid weight reduction.
- Cultural perceptions of body size may influence health behaviors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate body size perceptions and preferences in healthy Nigerian adults.
- To explore the relationship between body dimensions, satisfaction, and casual blood sugar.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study of 524 Yoruba adults (304 female).
- Measured body mass index (BMI), waist, and hip circumference.
- Assessed body size satisfaction and preferences, correlating with casual blood sugar (RBS).
Main Results:
- High satisfaction with current body size reported by most participants.
- Females exhibited significantly higher BMI and circumferences than males.
- A significant portion (41%) dissatisfied with size preferred larger figures, particularly women.
- Current body size (CBI) and gender were key predictors of RBS.
Conclusions:
- Larger body sizes are positively perceived in these Nigerian communities.
- Body size preferences and perceptions may be culturally influenced.
- Gender and body size are significant factors related to casual blood sugar levels.
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