Influence of Body Weight and Image Perception on the Nutritional Status of 8-19-Year-Olds Attending Schools in Kampala, Uganda

Inaccurate weight perceptions (body image distortion) and body image dissatisfaction among children and adolescents may lead to unhealthy weight control practices, increasing the risk of adult obesity and related health issues. This study aimed to assess weight perception, body image distortion, dis...

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Main Authors: Catherine Tamale Ndagire, Dorothy Nakimbugwe, John Muyonga
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: EcoScribe Publishers Company Limited 2025-04-01
Series:Journal of Food Innovation, Nutrition, and Environmental Sciences
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Online Access:https://jfines.org/index.php/jfines/article/view/23
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