Neighborhood socioeconomic differences in BMI: The role of fast-food outlets and physical activity facilities.

Rianne J van DiepenCarel-Peter L van ErpecumDemi TabakSander K R van Zon Ute Bültmann Nynke Smidt

Published in: Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.) (2022)

People living in lower NSES areas had a higher BMI, independent of their individual socioeconomic status. The study found no clear moderation of FF outlets and PA facilities. Environmental factors that may mitigate NSES differences in BMI should be the subject of future research.

Keyphrases

body mass index
physical activity
weight gain
risk assessment
human health
depressive symptoms
sleep quality