Eating habits among adolescents in rural Southern Appalachia.

J Adolesc Health

Department of Public Health, East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, Tennessee; Department of Family Medicine, East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, Tennessee 37614, USA.

Published: June 2007

A survey of 274 adolescents aged 14-16 years in rural Appalachia showed that unhealthy eating habits were prevalent. A few adolescents were teased about weight whereas 20.1% witnessed weight teasing almost everyday. Perception of parents' healthy eating and better social support for healthy eating were associated with healthier eating habits.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jadohealth.2006.12.018DOI Listing

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