Abstract

Background: An association between eating competence and bioclinical factors for healthy adults has been identified. However, no research has been conducted into the association of ecSI 2.0TM scores and biopsychosocial measures for adults with metabolic syndrome. Purpose: To examine the congruence between eating competence and biopsychosocial measures at baseline and post-intervention in individuals with metabolic syndrome. Methods: Self report surveys administered to participants: Satter Eating Competence Inventory (ecSI 2.0TM), Short Form Health Survey Mental Health and Vitality scales(SF-36 MH and VT), Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), Patient Health Questionnaire – 8 (PHQ-8). Bioclinical measures: HDL cholesterol, triglycerides, blood glucose, BMI, and demographic data. Results: ecSI 2.0TM scores were associated with lower stress, less depressive symptoms, greater mental health, and greater vitality. Findings did not support a relationship between eating competence and HDL-C, triglycerides, blood pressure, blood glucose, BMI, and waist circumference. Conclusion: A relationship between some biopsychosocial factors and eating competence were identified, however further research with a larger sample size is suggested.

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Metabolic syndrome--Psychological aspects; Metabolic syndrome--Social aspects; Nutrition--Psychological aspects; Eating disorders

Publication Date

10-7-2021

Document Type

Thesis

Student Type

Graduate

Degree Name

Health and Well-being Management (MS)

Department, Program, or Center

Health Systems Administration (CHST)

Advisor

Barbara Lohse

Advisor/Committee Member

Daniel Ornt

Advisor/Committee Member

Stephanie Godleski

Campus

RIT – Main Campus

Plan Codes

HLTH-MS

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