Are There Differences In Eating Habits Between Men And Women?

Introduction

There are differences in eating habits between men and women, and their eating habit is based on several factors. Studies have found that men tend to eat more compared to women. This study, therefore, intends to investigate the eating habits or patterns between men and women in the society among African society. It will focus on eating habits and what influences the eating habits of both men and women in society. It also investigates the number of food men and women eat to determine their habits of eating. In order to present a comprehensive study, the literature review captures the methodology of the study, data analysis and comprehensive conclusion.

Literature Summary

Several studies have indicated that eating habits depend on various factors such as gender, age, and religious status (Leblanc, Louise, & Dodin, 2015, p. 25). Most people monitor their diet in order to their weight, as a result of doctors’ advice due to a health condition, and some to keep fit due to fashion. There are differences in eating behavior between men and women in the society. It is evident that men and women have different traits when it comes to eating habits. Research has established that women tend to be very specific with what they eat, while men can eat anything that comes their way. Ladies consider a lot of things before they eat certain food, which men do not unless an individual is under health instruction by a doctor.

Mostly, ladies watch their eating habits more than men because of the fear of becoming overweight, which many ladies do not like. Males, being muscular, eat anything that comes their way as if it is food just to fulfill their hunger. Most men eat fast and do not consider dieting as much as ladies do on their meals. Men prefer to eat junk food and fish, meat and other kinds of oily food. Most ladies prefer to eat vegetables and fruits because ladies tend to monitor their weight. However, men who eat slowly are considered to be less muscular, therefore, the eating habit between men and women is very different. Research has also established that ladies eat food with fewer or no calories because many of them do not want to add weight (Creek, 2014, p. 14). Ladies are obsessed with their body size and weight and always feel that eating food that contains calories will make them shapeless and obese. It is because most of them are not satisfied with their body size and weight and would want to lose them.

The result from a study conducted by GrubHub indicates a different result based on healthy eating. The report indicates that men have healthy meals in restaurants compared to ladies (GrubHub, 2018, p. 12). It further indicates that ladies prefer to eat salad and other junk food from restaurants, which have a lot of calories. Analysis of food delivery from the GrubHub network shows that most orders are usually placed by women and therefore, women eat a lot of restaurant food than men. The pizza, fries and soda and most ordered by men and women, not men alone. It is, therefore, that women and men eat junk food alike, but the quantity of junk is what makes the difference. It has been established that men eat a lot of food compared to women (Slim, 2014, p. 5).

There are differences between men and women attaining weight loss. Men prefer to lose weight by doing exercise daily, and ladies achieve weight loss by dieting, and it is the reason ladies eat a lot of vegetables, fruit, and calorie foods. However, ladies prefer to lose weight to remain slim and become stylish simply because other people are doing similar. In this regard, the eating between men and women is different, and men eat a lot more than women. Research has shown that the people who become obese are not only because of poor eating habits but some as a result of genetics. It is common for African Americans, and it is the reason there are several obese among African Americans. However, the percentage of obese or overweight is common and growing at a higher rate in developed countries compared to other developing nations. It is a result of the poor eating habits of the majority of people from developed countries. Studies have established that people eat a lot of junk food in developed countries compared to other parts of the world (Shiferaw, Linda, & Hillary, 2012, p. 12).

Methodology

In order to complete the research accurately and comprehensively, quantitative and qualitative techniques shall be used to gather data and analyze it. The primary research will be conducted from the field where participants were given questionnaires to answer for further analysis. Secondary research involved the use of different literature from the cadmic journals, articles, and books. However, the research will be conducted using Google Scholar, Sage Journal, and a library, where books and other useful materials will be utilized to make sure that the objectives of the study are achieved.

Participants

The study was conducted in the community of British Africa, where 20 participants answered questions from questionnaires. However, to get a good representation that can reflect the view of society, the participants shall be aged between 17 years to 45 years. The selection of the participants shall be based on age, family background, level of education, gender and marital status as well. The participants were recruited through telephones where they were invited to a community centre where questionnaires and discussion took place.

Apparatus Or Materials

Several materials were used to make sure that the research was done and completed within the time required. Therefore, notebooks, laptops, statistic software known as SPSS and Excel and pens were used to conduct the research and to make sure the study was completed within the time given.

Procedures

The primary research was conducted through a questionnaire whereby participants were given questionnaires to answer and submit. Each participant was expected to answer the questionnaire and submit it back for analysis. No participants will be allowed or expected to leave the interview center with questionnaires to make sure that the information obtained is accurate. First, the participants were grouped based on age, marital status and level of education. This was done to make sure that the information obtained was a good representative of the community (Brian, 2016). Each participant handed over his or her questionnaire to the interviewer.

However, the secondary data or literature will be done through research using various academic databases such as Google Scholar and Sage. First, a search will be conducted using keywords and the result shall be analyzed to make sure that the best and relevant academic journals and articles are obtained. The first search was subjected to critical analysis based on data publication, qualification of the author and the topic of the article so that only relevant and accurate information is used to complete the study.

Data Analysis

The data shall be analyzed and presented professionally and academically to reflect what has been discovered. The analysis shall be done using statistics and SPSS software or Excel. The data analysis shall be based on the observation of the process and the effect.

Result

The result of the study shall be written based on what will be obtained from the data analysis. It shall cover both literature and data analysis from the experiment conducted, and the result shall be presented in an academic format.

Ethical Issues

The ethical issues that shall be considered relate to the way of reported. The report shall be factual, and the report shall be positive and based on the findings of the study. It is important to report the truth regarding the findings. The data shall be collected without appropriate controls so that detailed information is presented. Failing to report negative shall also be avoided since it is unethical.

Recommendation

The recommendation shall be provided based on the gaps which shall be identified during the study. Further research shall be recommended as well on issues which shall be found.

Conclusion

The conclusion shall be based on the result obtained from the experiment and the literature analysis.

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Bibliography

1. Creek, P. (2014). Men And Women Have Different Eating Habits, Study Shows. American Society for Microbiology, 2-45.
2. GrubHub. (2018). MEN VS. WOMEN EATING PREFERENCES: Online Ordering Data Reveals Gender, 2-15.

3. Leblanc, V., Louise, C., & Dodin, S. (2015). Differences between men and women in dietary intakes and metabolic profile in response to a 12-week nutritional intervention promoting the Mediterranean diet. Journal of Nutrition Science, 2-34.

4. Shiferaw, B., Linda, V., & Hillary, B. (2012). Sex-Based Differences in Food Consumption: Foodborne Diseases Active Surveillance Network (FoodNet) Population Survey. Clinical Infection Disease, 5-35.

5. Slim, J. (2014). The difference in eating habits between men and women. Study finds men prefer meat and poultry, women prefer fruits and vegetables, 2-34.