ATITUDES ALIMENTARES, PERCEPÇÃO E SATISFAÇÃO CORPORAL DE ESTUDANTES UNIVERSITÁRIOS EM REGIME DE INTERNATO

Abstract

Introduction: Human nutrition is a complex phenomenon determined by the influence of several factors. Among the cultural factors, there is a concern with the body that can lead to body dissatisfaction and inappropriate eating behaviors. Objective: To identify the food attitudes, perception and body satisfaction of college students in an internship regime. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study of quantitative approach, carried out with 173 college students residing in a boarding school. Data were collected by applying a questionnaire containing sociodemographic information, graduation, eating pattern, Stunkard Silhouettes Scale and Disordered Eating Attitudes Scale (EAAT). Results: Among the group interviewed, the mean age was 21 years, with a prevalence of female gender (85.5%) and BMI of eutrophic (75.7%). The students' body self-perception was compatible with their BMI (80%), however, 61% were dissatisfied with their current silhouette. The mean EAAT score was 66.34 (±14.51), being higher among those with overweight (overweight and obese), with body dissatisfaction and different perception of actual silhouette. Final considerations: Disordered eating attitudes were more present in students classified as overweight and dissatisfied with their bodies, demonstrating the impact of beauty ideals on eating and body satisfaction.