Work Characteristics, Body Mass Index, and Risk of Obesity: The National Quality of Work Life Survey

ConclusionsNight shift schedule and blue-collar work were related to increased BMI and obesity risk in US workers in 2014. Identifying risk factors in blue-collar work and redesigning jobs to reduce those risk factors, and reducing night shift work, could play a role in reducing the prevalence of obesity in the USA.
Source: Annals of Occupational Hygiene - Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research