Abstract:
This thesis examines adult health through a comprehensive evaluation that covers weight, physical activity, nutritional knowledge, healthy behaviors, and various risk factors. Current insights lack a
nuanced understanding of the complex interactions between leisure physical activity, body mass
index (BMI), bodily risks, unhealthy eating habits, and their combined effects on adult health. The
research aims to deepen the understanding of these interactions and their impact on well-being,
identifying effective intervention strategies. Important variables include sedentary behaviors
linked to technology use, stress levels, sleep habits, and their combined impact on lifestyle choices
and long-term health outcomes. The study's challenge is to identify effective interventions that
promote healthier lifestyles and mitigate associated health risks, with the primary goal being to
determine the most significant and lasting improvements in health outcomes. This research seeks
to fill the knowledge gap by examining the overall effects of leisure-time physical activity, BMI,
and dietary habits on adult health. The main objectives include constructing a comprehensive
health profile by combining information on weight status, physical activity levels, nutritional
knowledge, and related factors. These objectives involve examining the relationships between
BMI categories and adult health (obesity, overweight, underweight) for both genders and
investigating the links between leisure physical activity categories and health issues. The study
also analyzes the relationship between nutritional knowledge, dietary habits, and overall health, as
well as the complex interplay of risk factors and their impact on health outcomes. The research
employed a mixed-methods design, including surveys and physical assessments, with 200
participants (N = 200). Findings indicated that obese individuals were more likely to have health
problems compared to those in other BMI groups. Unhealthy eating habits and insufficient physical
activity were linked to obesity and health issues, highlighting the impact of lifestyle choices. Data
analysis revealed positive correlations between occupation, lifestyle, BMI levels, and health
problems, offering insights into the complex relationships among obesity, physical activity, age,
unhealthy eating habits, and lack of physical activity in understanding adult health outcomes.
Exploring the connections between nutritional knowledge, eating habits, and overall well-being
identified specific areas for education and behavior change. Understanding the complex interaction
of risk factors underscored the need for a comprehensive approach to interventions. This study
contributes valuable insights to the broader discussion on adult health, emphasizing the importance
of a thorough and personalized approach to assessing and promoting health.