Journal of Food, Nutrition and Population Health Open Access

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Mahdiyeh Goodarzvand Chegini

Department of Health Science, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

Publications
  • Review Article   
    The Effect of the COVID-19 Quarantine on Body Weight, Eating Habits and Overall Physical Health of Children and Adolescents
    Author(s): Mahdiyeh Goodarzvand Chegini*

    Objective: The ongoing COVID-19 crisis has affected many people worldwide with restrictions in their daily lives. This pandemic has also affected eating behaviors and eating habits. The quarantine for the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting children, adolescents and lifestyle patterns globally. This study aims to investigate the effect of the COVID-19 quarantine on body weight, eating habits and overall physical health of children and adolescents. Conclusion: Inactivity or lack of regular physical activity is the fourth most common risk factor for mortality worldwide, accounting for 6% of the world’s mortality. The level of inactivity is rising in many countries, especially in high-income countries, which has major health implications for public health worldwide. The COVID-19 quarantine period showed increased smartphone use, less physical .. View More»

    DOI: 10.21767/2577-0586.7.02.06

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