Body size and weight, and the nutrition and activity behaviours of sexual and gender minority youth: findings and implications from New Zealand.

Mathijs F G Lucassen Aravinda Meera Guntupalli Terryann C Clark John Fenaughty Simon Denny Terry Theresa Fleming Melody Smith Jennifer Utter

Published in: Public health nutrition (2019)

SGM students reported increased weight-control behaviours, poor nutrition and inactivity. Professionals, including public health nutritionists, must recognize and help to address the challenges facing sexual and gender minorities.

Keyphrases

physical activity
mental health
public health
body mass index
weight loss
weight gain
body weight