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New Groundbreaking Book Explores the Relationship Between Family Income and Obesity Among African-American Adults

12-10-2024 01:12 AM CET | Associations & Organizations

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Dr. Charles Dadzie's New book titled Relationship Between Family Income and Obesity [https://www.amazon.in/Relationship-Between-Family-Income-Obesity/dp/B0CP178Z9J]: A Qualitative and In-depth Study on How Family Income Reduces or Promotes Obesity Among African American Adults sheds light on the link between socioeconomic factors and weight in African-American adults in Durham, North Carolina. This book is a product of research to address obesity as a public health concern, which disproportionately affects African Americans. It has been observed that chronic diseases that are diet-related such as obesity affect African Americans, especially low-income earners. Some studies have reported that those who earn higher incomes have higher rates of obesity. Due to insufficient research, Dr. Charles embarked on research to understand the relationship between family income and obesity.

The study utilized a qualitative approach by conducting interviews with thirty African American adults in Durham, North Carolina (NC). Key discoveries that were identified include:

1. Low Family Income Contributes to Obesity

The focus group from low-income families often reported limited access to low-calorie foods such as fruits, lean proteins, and vegetables. Many consumed high-calorie foods because they were affordable, contributing to unhealthy weight gain.

2. Emotional Eating Due to Financial Constraints

Financial stress was found as a recurring theme among participants from lower-income families. Emotional eating, a coping mechanism for the resulting depression state of these participants, contributed to obesity.

3. Cultural and Social Factors

The study also found that for some participants, traditional high-calorie foods incorporated into family food dishes play a significant role in weight gain.

The author advocates that policymakers should increase the minimum wage to allow lower-income families to access healthier foods. He also proposes that educational obesity programs and public awareness campaigns should be set up to promote good eating habits among African Americans. In addition, mental health support programs should be made available to help African Americans cope with financial stresses.

Relationship Between Family Income and Obesity: A Qualitative and In-depth Study on How Family Income Reduces or Promotes Obesity Among African American Adults is available on selected online retail outlets. You can grab a copy on Amazon [https://www.amazon.in/Relationship-Between-Family-Income-Obesity/dp/B0CP178Z9J].

About Author

Dr. Charles D. Boison holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana, and a Master's degree from Tony State University, Alabama, USA. He is the author of Spiritual Militants, which was published in Ghana, West Africa.

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Company Name: Quill Publisher
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