COVID-19 Self-quarantine and Weight Gain Risk Factors in Adults

AbstractPurpose of ReviewThe COVID-19 pandemic is associated with weight gain in certain individuals. This review highlights the risk factors for weight gain during COVID-19 self-quarantine in adults.Recent FindingsAmong those who have gained weight during COVID-19 self-quarantine, self-reported body weight has increased between .5 and 1.8 kg ( ± 2.8 kg) after just 2 months of quarantine. Identified risk factors for weight gain during COVID-19 self-quarantine are the following: increased sedentary behaviors, decreased physical activity, increased snacking frequency (particularly after dinner), increased alcohol intake, decreased water int ake, emotional eating, decreased sleep quality, and being overweight/obese.SummaryHaving identified risk factors for weight gain during the COVID-19 pandemic, practitioners and researchers should devise plans to assist those who have gained weight to re-learn weight management/weight loss strategies.
Source: Current Obesity Reports - Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Source Type: research