Inquiry: The Journal of Health Care Organization, Provision, and Financing (Jul 2023)

Burnout, Fat Intake, and Body Mass Index in Health Professionals Working in a Public Hospital: A Cross-Sectional Study

  • Cristabel Vasquez-Purí RD,
  • Jhoes Naylin R. Plaza-Ccuno RD,
  • Anderson N. Soriano-Moreno MD,
  • Yaquelin E. Calizaya-Milla RD, PhD Candidate,
  • Jacksaint Saintila RD, PhD Candidate

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1177/00469580231189601
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 60

Abstract

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Burnout can have a negative influence on dietary intake, promoting unhealthy eating behaviors in health care workers. This study determined the association between burnout, saturated fat intake, and body mass index (BMI) in a group of health care workers. A cross-sectional study was conducted in 300 health professionals residing in Rioja, Department of San Martin, Peru. Data were collected through an online and face-to-face survey. Burnout was assessed using a scale adapted and validated in the Peruvian population. Additionally, a validated food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) was used to assess habitual fat intake. Both instruments were validated and adapted to the Peruvian population. Data were analyzed using Pearson correlation coefficients and multivariate logistic regression. Values of P .05). Future programs and interventions should be considered to minimize the effects of burnout on unhealthy food intake in health care workers in Peru to ensure better medical care by health care professionals on behalf of patients.