Dr.D.Suresh,
Assistant Professor
Physical Education Health Education Sports
A.V.V.M Sri Pushpam College (Autonomous) Poondi Thanjavur.

Abstract

Obesity has emerged as a global health challenge, with women being particularly vulnerable as they age. This study examines the prevalence of obesity among married women without children and unmarried women in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, using Body Mass Index (BMI) as the primary indicator. A descriptive cross-sectional design was employed with 40 participants (20 married, 20 unmarried) aged 20–35 years, selected through random sampling. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and anthropometric measurements. Analysis using mean, percentage, and t-test revealed a statistically significant difference in BMI between married and unmarried women (p < 0.05). Specifically, among married women, 55% were overweight and 10% obese, while 60% of unmarried women had normal BMI. The findings strongly suggest that marital status significantly influences weight status, highlighting the urgent need for targeted awareness and preventive strategies in this demographic.

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