Czynniki ryzyka otyłości wśród pracowników fizycznych

Abstract

The problem of obesity not only affects people working in various sectors and performing various professions but also affects the work environment. Blue-collar workers, even though their work involves physical exertion, may also be exposed to problems with maintaining proper body weight. The work environment can directly influence employee’s lifestyle behaviours. An active lifestyle related to professional work that is not adapted to the employee’s capabilities often leads to fatigue and may be the reason for reluctance to engage in recreational activities. Performing physical work may also lead to various types of health problems that contribute to limiting physical activity, both in professional and recreational sense. Excess work and responsibilities often force employees to limit their daily meals to a minimum. Additionally, certain factors present in the work environment may also increase the risk of developing obesity. These include, among others: shift work, certain chemical factors, employment conditions, and psychosocial working conditions.