DOI: https://doi.org/10.14710/dmj.v15i3.54446

DESCRIPTION OF EATING BEHAVIOR AND BODY MASS INDEX IN ADOLESCENTS

*Mustika Weni  -  Department of Basic Medical Science, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Swadaya Gunung Jati, Cirebon, Jl. Terusan Pemuda, Sunyaragi, Kec. Kesambi, Kota Cirebon, Jawa Barat 45132, Indonesia, Indonesia
Briantoro Rekso Janitro  -  Faculty of Medicine Swadaya Gunung Jati University Cirebon, Indonesia
Edy Riyanto  -  Faculty of Medicine Swadaya Gunung Jati University Cirebon, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Swadaya Gunung Jati University, Cirebon, Indonesia
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Background: Adolescence is a crucial phase of growth and development characterized by biological, psychological, and social changes. Eating patterns during this period play an important role in determining nutritional status, including the risk of underweight or overweight. Unhealthy eating behaviors may affect nutritional status and increase the risk of chronic diseases later in life. Aim: This study aimed to describe eating behavior and body mass index (BMI) among adolescents. Methods: This cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted from May to July 2025 at the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Swadaya Gunung Jati. A total of 64 first-year medical students were selected using simple random sampling. Data were collected using the Eating Behavior Patterns Questionnaire (EBPQ) and BMI was assessed based on height and weight measurements. Results: Most respondents had poor eating behavior (60.94%) and were categorized as overweight (67.19%). The majority of respondents were 19 years old (51.56%) and female (59.38%). Conclusion: The findings indicate a high proportion of adolescents with poor eating behaviors and overweight status. This highlights the need for education on healthy eating patterns and regular monitoring of nutritional status among adolescents to prevent long-term health impacts.

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