Prevalence of obesity and dietary habits among Students at Peleforo Gon Coulibaly University (UPGC) in Korhogo

Obesity is a major public health concern, and its determinants have been extensively investigated.University students represent a vulnerable population whose nutritional status may be adversely affected by unhealthy dietary practices and lifestyle behaviours.This study aimed to assess dietary habits and nutritional status among university students and to raise awareness of the health risks associated with unhealthy dietary practices.A cross-sectional study was conducted from January to February 2025 among 370 students at Peleforo GON COULIBALY University (UPGC), Korhogo, Côte d'Ivoire.Data were collected using a structured electronic questionnaire administered through Kobo Collect and divided into three sections: (1) sociodemographic characteristics, (2) dietary habits, and (3) anthropometric measurements and other biological parameters.Anthropometric measurements were obtained using an electronic weighing scale and a wooden stadiometer.Data were managed using Kobo Toolbox and analysed using RStudio version 2023.12.1-402.Prevalence