Publication: Assessment of dietary patterns, physical activity levels, and sedentary lifestyle in adolescents from an urban high school
Authors
Asín-Izquierdo, Iván ; Gómez-Carmona, Carlos D. ; García-Gimenez, Alejandro ; Lecina-Monge, Miguel A.
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Servicio de Publicaciones. Universidad de Murcia
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https://doi.org/10.6018/sportk.695111
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Abstract
This quantitative cross-sectional study evaluated nutritional habits, physical activity levels, and sedentary behaviors in 62 students in 4th grade of secondary education (15.44±0.62 years) from a public high school in Zaragoza, Spain. Results showed that students consumed an average of 1.98±1.42 servings of fruit and 2.05±1.61 servings of vegetables daily, with higher intake of meat (2.00±1.24) than fish (1.00±1.21). Gender differences were found (p<0.05): males consumed more meat while females ate more vegetables and practiced voluntary fasting more frequently. On average, students engaged in physical activity 3.15±2.62 days per week, with males being significantly more active. Screen time was considerable (1.52±0.88 hours TV; 2.73±1.34 video games). Correlations revealed positive associations between physical activity and healthy food consumption (r>0.39), while sedentary behaviors were related to unhealthy foods (r>0.43). These findings suggest the need for specific interventions that promote healthy habits within the school environment.
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Citation
SPORT TK. Year 2025. Volume 14. Article 158
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