ArticleInternational journal of environmental research and public health2021
Socioeconomic Inequalities and Obesity in South Africa-A Decomposition Analysis.
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Abstract
backgroundPrior evidence shows that inequalities are related to overweight and obesity in South Africa. Using data from a recent national study, we examine the socioeconomic inequalities associated with obesity in South Africa and the factors associated with it.
methodsWe use quantitative data from the South African National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (SANHANES-1) carried out in 2012. We estimate the concentration index (CI) to identify inequalities and decompose the CI to explore the determinants of these inequalities.
resultsWe confirm the existence of pro-rich inequalities associated with obesity in South Africa. The inequalities among males are larger (CI of 0.16) than among women (CI of 0.09), though more women are obese than men. Marriage increases the risk of obesity for women and men, while smoking decreases the risk of obesity among men significantly. Higher education is associated with lower inequalities among females.
conclusionsWe recommend policies to focus on promoting a healthy lifestyle, including the individual's perception of a healthy body size and image, especially among women.
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