Publications by authors named "Pelin Aksen"
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the impact of physical activity (PA) on sedentary behavior and body measurements in children and adolescents, highlighting a trend where physical activity decreases and sedentary time increases with age.
- In a sample of 759 participants aged 6-17, results revealed children are less sedentary and more active than adolescents, with significant differences in body composition measurements based on physical activity levels.
- The findings suggest that physically active individuals, especially boys, had lower body fat percentages and slimmer skinfold measurements compared to inactive peers, indicating that engaging in recommended levels of PA may mitigate obesity risks.
Background: Recent changes in nutrition trends may lead to health issues. In particular, the unhealthy eating habits of young adults suggest that future generations may be at risk. Therefore, the importance and necessity of nutrition literacy is becoming increasingly apparent.
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