Behavioral Lifestyle Factors as Predictors of Normal Body Weight in the Urban Youth Population
https://doi.org/10.47619/2713-2617.zm.2026.v.7i1;28-39
Abstract
Background. The prevalence of weight disorders is rising among the young population in the context of urbanization. The modern urban environment creates specific risks, such as the availability of high-calorie foods, physical inactivity, and chronic stress, which contribute to overweight and obesity. Objective. To assess the relationship between behavioral lifestyle factors (eating behavior, physical activity level, bad habits, and sleep hygiene), and body mass index among urban youth. Materials and methods. A cross-sectional study was conducted with 200 participants. Data were collected through an anonymous online survey using a structured questionnaire. The statistical analysis was performed using the methods of descriptive statistics, correlation, and regression analysis. Results. Among respondents, 64.5% had normal weight, 26% were overweight or obese, and 6% were underweight. Analysis revealed complex, multifactorial nature of the relationship between behavioral factors and weight. Conclusion. The findings highlight the importance of an integrated approach to the prevention of weight disorders among young people. The study results can be used to develop targeted prevention programs.
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Supporting agencies: the author received no financial support for the research.
About the Author
E. V. Bulycheva
Orenburg State Medical University of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Ekaterina V. Bulycheva – Cand. Sci. in Medicine, Associate Professor at the Department of Nursing
6 Sovetskaya ul., 460000, Orenburg
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Bulycheva E.V. Behavioral Lifestyle Factors as Predictors of Normal Body Weight in the Urban Youth Population. City Healthcare. 2026;7(1):28-39. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.47619/2713-2617.zm.2026.v.7i1;28-39
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