Interplay of Exercise, Diet, and Energy Levels Among Low-SES Hispanic Teens in South Florida
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https://doi.org/10.47611/jsrhs.v13i3.7259Keywords:
Hispanic teens, Physical activity, Diet quality, Energy levels, Smartpoints, Obesity prevention, Exercise intervertions, Cultural influences, Socieconomic factors, Adolescent health, Dietary behaviorAbstract
This study investigates the correlation between physical activity (PA), diet quality, and energy levels (ELs) among Hispanic teenagers, addressing a gap in research concerning this demographic. A cohort of Hispanic teens was monitored to compare habitual diet, exercise levels, and associated changes using various metrics, including Healthy Eating Index (HEI) and SmartPoints. The data revealed a statistically significant improvement in diet quality (p=0.037) and ELs (p=0.013) among those who increased their PA, although SmartPoint values did not significantly differ (p=0.394). Correlation analyses indicated weak positive relationships between ELs, HEI, and SmartPoints, suggesting a possible connection or interdependency between dietary patterns and exercise within this population. The findings emphasize the potential of exercise interventions to enhance diet quality and ELs, despite cultural and socioeconomic challenges. Limitations such as a small sample size, lack of a complementary exercise cessation group, and reliance on self-reported measures were acknowledged. Future research should expand on these findings with larger, more controlled studies, incorporating advanced monitoring techniques and culturally tailored interventions to better understand and promote healthy behaviors in Hispanic adolescents.
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