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Junk Food Consumption Trends, Patterns, and Awareness of Its Health Risks Among University Students in Bangladesh: A Cross-Sectional Study.
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- Prevalence and sociodemographic correlates of overweight and obesity among university students in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, Pakistan: a cross-sectional study.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
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Background and Aims: The increasing consumption of junk food (JF) by university students in low- and middle-income countries like Bangladesh is a developing public health issue. This study examined the prevalence of JF consumption and awareness of its health risks among Bangladeshi university students. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using a structured interview-based questionnaire among 516 students. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Results: Nearly 68% students consumed JF from restaurants, with 51.9% eating it occasionally. Local snacks were preferred by 77.3% of students, while 47.3% consumed packaged snacks. Around 59% ate small portions, and 38% consumed carbonated soft drinks with JF. Awareness of JF's health risks was high (87.6%), with most students recognizing its link to obesity, diabetes, and hypertension. Statistical analysis revealed significant associations between academic level and the consumption of packaged snacks ( Conclusion: Despite high awareness, JF consumption remains widespread among university students in Bangladesh. The findings indicate a gap between knowledge and practice and underscore the importance of future studies to identify nutrition-focused interventions in university settings.
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