Ziaul Hasan Rana
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Ziaul Hasan Rana has a total of 5 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Conrad Lyford
Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics, Texas Tech University, 2500 Broadway, Lubbock, TX 79409, USA
1 shared publication - Debra B. Reed
Department of Nutritional Sciences, Texas Tech University, 2500 Broadway, Lubbock, TX 79409, USA
1 shared publication - John A. Dawson
Department of Nutritional Sciences, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409, USA
1 shared publication - Malinda J. Colwell
Department of Human Development and Family Sciences, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409, USA
1 shared publication - Wilna Oldewage-Theron
University of the Free State
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- Open Access
Overweight or Obesity Onset and Past Attempts to Lose/Manage Weight: A Qualitative Study
This study aims to investigate the prevalence of weight control attempts along with their strategies and motivations. This study used a retrospective observational qualitative method, and adults who had body mass index (BMI) of at least 25 kg/m2 were included. The qualitative data were analyzed using a descriptive phenomenological approach. The summaries and emergence of major concepts identified by the participants were analyzed in-depth using a systematized retrieval and review of the data. NVivo was used to establish interrater reliability and percent agreement and analyze and manage the data. 91.7% of participants had tried to lose weight, and 72% were successful at least in one of their attempts. Health, appearance, and sports training were salient motivating factors. Their attempts to lose weight ranged from 2 to 30 times (median 4 times). Different dietary strategies and physical exercises were often tried. Among the most notable strategies were diet methods, following weight management programs, and consulting with dietitians. A number of barriers were reported, including ineffective weight loss, non-sustainability, demotivation, and unaffordability. For advancing evidence-based long-term weight control, it is vital to evaluate the quality and nature of weight management strategies and services from the perspective of users.
Open AccessOverweight or Obesity Onset and Past Attempts to Lose/Manage Weight: A Qualitative Study
This study aims to investigate the prevalence of weight control attempts along with their strategies and motivations. This study used a retrospective observational qualitative method, and adults who had body mass index (BMI) of at least 25 kg/m2 were included. The qualitative data were analyzed using a descriptive phenomenological approach. The summaries and emergence of major concepts identified by the participants were analyzed in-depth using a systematized retrieval and review of the data. NVivo was used to establish interrater reliability and percent agreement and analyze and manage the data. 91.7% of participants had tried to lose weight, and 72% were successful at least in one of their attempts. Health, appearance, and sports training were salient motivating factors. Their attempts to lose weight ranged from 2 to 30 times (median 4 times). Different dietary strategies and physical exercises were often tried. Among the most notable strategies were diet methods, following weight management programs, and consulting with dietitians. A number of barriers were reported, including ineffective weight loss, non-sustainability, demotivation, and unaffordability. For advancing evidence-based long-term weight control, it is vital to evaluate the quality and nature of weight management strategies and services from the perspective of users.