Eating Habits and Sedentary Behavior Related to Obesity in Inter-Urban Carriers Cooperatives

¹Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Professor at the National Autonomous University of Nicaragua-León, Professor and Researcher in Health Sciences at UNAN-León, Nicaragua

²Graduates in Nursing Sciences, Nurse Researchers in Health Areas, Nicaragua

*Corresponding author: Espinoza Palma Pablo Jerson, Nurse Educator, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Professor at the National Autonomous University of Nicaragua-León, Professor and Researcher in Health Sciences at UNAN-León, Nicaragua, Phone: 83654668, ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0004-6751-1689, Email: [email protected]

Received Date: June 27, 2025

Published Date: November 04, 2025

Citation: Jerson EPP, et al. (2025). Eating Habits and Sedentary Behavior Related to Obesity in Inter-Urban Carriers Cooperatives. Mathews J Nurs. 7(3):63.

Copyrights: Jerson EPP, et al. © (2025).

ABSTRACT

This is a case-control analytical study with a population of 180 intercity transport drivers, a sample of 180 participants equivalent to the universe, determined on a 1:1 basis. The sample was selected using a non-probability convenience sampling procedure, using a questionnaire with dichotomous and Likert-scale questions. The prevalence age was 38 years, 51% were married, 61% had secondary education, and 82% lived in an urban area. Regarding dietary habits, fat consumption was a protective factor with an OR of 0.651, p-value >0.424, high-carbohydrate foods with an OR of 0.390, p-value >0.006, and the frequency of energy drink consumption was a risk factor of 1.2 times the probability of developing the problem without any association between variables. The most relevant sedentary behaviors in terms of physical activity were OR: 0.952, p-value >0.025, acting as a protective factor, with walking being a protective factor. OR: 0.957, p-value >0.022. Staying active for more than 4 hours acted as a risk factor, 1.366 times more likely to develop obesity. P-value >1.090, with no association between variables. In conclusion, it is essential to carry out activities that promote healthy eating habits and physical activity, as well as exercise and physical activity, given the level of sedentary lifestyle they present. Thus, obesity can be avoided by providing modifiable guidelines and strategies for optimal food consumption.

Keywords: Eating Habits, Sedentary Behavior, Obesity, Transporters.