Abstract :
Obesity is on of a nutrition problem that the prevalence increases continuously. People from low socioeconomic status especially increase more significant. Likewise, obeisity in women are more prone than men. This study aims to explore the causes of obesity in adult women who come from middle and lower families. The research were conducted using qualitative principles which research method in-depth interviews and observations. The main informants were involved ten adult women which have obese nutritional status and the key informants were community leader and family members. Results showed the influence perception of body shape on the intention and willingness to loose weight. Wrong eating pattern are excess food intake and consumption of food and beverages which lead to obesity along with less exercise and passive activity. Its behavior affected by individual perceptions, social support, and the environment.
Keyword : obesity determinant, women, qualitative study, body image, eating pattern, physical activity