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Prevalence of Obesity Among Adults From Rural and Urban Areas of the United States: Findings From NHANES (2005–2008)

Description
Examines rural and urban obesity rates using measured height and weight to calculate body mass index, rather than self-reported obesity rates. Also looks at demographics, diet, and physical activity as they relate to obesity for rural and urban residents. Uses data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).
Author(s)
Christie A. Befort, Niaman Nazir, Michael G. Perri
Citation
Journal of Rural Health, 28(4), 392-397
Date
2012
Type
Document
Tagged as
Food security and nutrition · Obesity and weight control · Physical activity · Rural-urban differences · Statistics and data