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Nutrition Patterns, Metabolic and Psychological State Among High-Weight Young Adults: A Network Approach.
Geovanny Genaro Reivan Ortiz1, Roser Granero2,3,4, Laura Maraver-Capdevila2
1Faculty of Clinical Psychology, Catholic University of Cuenca, Cuenca 010107, Ecuador.
Nutrients
|January 10, 2026
Summary
High stress levels significantly impact metabolic and mental health in overweight young adults. Improving nutrition and reducing stress are key for overall well-being in this population.
Area of Science:
- Metabolic health
- Psychological well-being
- Obesity research
Background:
- Overweight and obesity are linked to metabolic and psychological disorders.
- Understanding these interactions is crucial for effective interventions.
- Young adults are a key demographic for studying these conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- Examine interrelationships between sociodemographics, nutrition, metabolic indicators, and psychopathology.
- Utilize network analysis in overweight/obese university students.
- Identify central variables and their groupings.
Main Methods:
- Network analysis applied to 188 overweight/obese university students (aged 18-25).
Main Results:
- Stress level emerged as the most central variable (bridge node).
- Nutritional patterns (vitamin/mineral intake) and arterial hypertension (HTN) were significant.
- Three clusters identified: (a) insulin/glucose/HOMA-IR, (b) cholesterol/triacylglycerol, (c) sociodemographics/psychological state/BMI/HTN.
Conclusions:
- Stress is a central factor affecting metabolic and mental health in overweight/obese young adults.
- Interventions targeting stress reduction and improved nutrition are vital.
- Holistic approaches are needed to enhance well-being in this demographic.
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