Obesidade na adolescência: análise de fatores de risco em estudantes da rede pública estadual de Fortaleza-Ce

Abstract

Obesity in adolescents: risk factors analysis in state public school students in the city of Fortaleza-CE This study aimed to analyze the epidemiology of obesity and associated risk factors in adolescent high school students of public schools in the city of Fortaleza-CE. The sample consisted of 1066 students, 600 of the high school and 466 professional schools. Forms and questionnaires on socioeconomic and demographic characteristics of adolescents, food intake and physical activity were applied. 9.9% (n = 106) of the 1066 students were considered obese. The main causes of obesity found were related to socioeconomic and demographic factors. The variables that remained significant for the outcome microwave and internet access were higher maternal education, lower income, possess. We conclude that the variables related to socioeconomic and demographic characteristics were considered as risk factors for obesity in adolescence.