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Virginia L Vining1, Nancy Cotugna2, Chengshun Fang1
1Department of Behavioral Health and Nutrition, University of Delaware, 339 McDowell Hall, Newark, DE, 19716, USA.
Journal of Community Health
|January 14, 2016
Summary
Few studies address male weight control. This survey found adult men, particularly those over 30 and dissatisfied with their weight, are interested in gender-specific weight management programs.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral Science
- Public Health
- Nutrition Science
Background:
- Limited research exists on weight control behaviors in the US male population.
- Standard weight control programs often lack gender-specific considerations for men.
Purpose of the Study:
- To survey dieting and health habits of adult male employees.
- To determine interest in gender-specific weight control programming among men.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study utilizing a 50-question web-based survey.
- Survey distributed via email to male employees at a Mid-Atlantic university (October 2-30, 2014).
- Statistical analyses included frequencies, means, percentages, chi-square, and t-tests.
Main Results:
- Participants (n=254) were predominantly white, college-educated men aged 18-65+ with incomes >$50,000.
- Websites were the primary source of nutrition knowledge (65%); registered dietitians were the least common (9%).
- Older men (>30) were more likely to reduce food intake, calories, skip meals, and use commercial programs. Men dissatisfied with their weight showed higher interest in gender-specific programs, particularly those over 30.
Conclusions:
- Men dissatisfied with their weight, especially those over 30, expressed significant interest in gender-specific weight control programs.
- Further research is needed to explore the motivational benefits of male-specific diet programs for weight loss and maintenance.
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