Assessing the difference Concerning Junk Food Consumption and Menstrual Health among Female Student-Athletes verses Student Non-Athletes in the University Setting

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to find out difference concerning junk food consumption and menstrual health among female student’s athlete verses non-athlete’s in the university setting in Lahore, Pakistan. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 340 girls, 170 athletes and 170 non-athletes ages between 18-25 years. Data collection Tools utilized for this study included demographic information, menstrual health and junk food consumption. The Statistical analysis was carried out by using independent T-Test. Results revealed that irregular menstrual cycle and pre-menstrual symptoms were significantly higher in non-athletes as compared to athletes and junk food consumption like carbonated drinks and refined grains were significantly higher in athletes than non-athletes. This study contributes to the understanding of menstruation and junk food consumption in a university setting. These findings may help professionals to formulate appropriate intervention strategies to counter menstrual problems and eating habits among female athletes and non-athletes in universities.