Weight control in the workplace

Abstract

This article draws attention to obesity, inadequate exercise, and overeating that seem inevitable, among institutional foodservice professionals. Foodservice employees (164) responded to a 32-itera questionnaire. Seventy-six percent of the surveyed sample was overweight, and female non-managerial employees were significantly more overweight than male employees p < .05. To overcome obesity in the workplace, 87% of the respondent reported interest in participating in a workplace weight management program. Some of the most requested programs included, changing food habits through behavior modification and education about dietary recommendation. These findings give clear direction for the development of an effective worksite intervention