Paper Title :Fostering Active Living and Healthy Eating Among Arabic Speaking Adults Living in the State of Qatar: A Cross- Sectional Study

Author :Tam Donnelly, Shima Sharara, Tak Fung, Al-Anoud Bint Mohammad Al-Thani

Article Citation :Tam Donnelly ,Shima Sharara ,Tak Fung ,Al-Anoud Bint Mohammad Al-Thani , (2016 ) " Fostering Active Living and Healthy Eating Among Arabic Speaking Adults Living in the State of Qatar: A Cross- Sectional Study " , International Journal of Management and Applied Science (IJMAS) , pp. 200-203, Volume-2,Issue-10, Special Issue-1

Abstract : Physical inactivity is a global health concern and is considered a substantial risk factor for many chronic noncommunicable diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, cancer and diabetes. In Qatar, the prevalence of insufficient physical activity among adults aged 18 and above is high and tends to increase with the recent rapid change in lifestyle. Despite receiving national encouragement from the State for healthy living, many people in Qatar are living a sedentary life and consume diets rich in fats, salts, and sugar. Understanding the challenges and the opportunities to engage in a healthier lifestyle and promoting culturally appropriate multiple intervention programs will ultimately meet the needs and improve the health of the people in the State of Qatar. Keywords— Physical activity, diet, healthy lifestyle, adults, Middle East, Arab.

Type : Research paper

Published : Volume-2,Issue-10, Special Issue-1

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