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Perceived Influence of Nutrition and Exercise on the Productivity of Private Health Care Providers in Oluyole Local Government Area, Ibadan Oyo State

A. E Setonji O. O. Oladapo I. F. Familoni T. A. Otufale A. J. Olugbenro

Subject area: Biological & Medical Sciences  ·  Area of research: Public Health

Abstract

This study explores the perceived influence of nutrition and exercise on the productivity of private healthcare providers in Oluyole Local Government Area, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.50 participants were sampled. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics for the research questions and inferential statistics, including Pearson Product-Moment Correlation (PPMC) and regression analysis, to test the hypotheses at a 0.05 significance level. The findings revealed that the healthcare providers generally rated their physical well-being highly, with an average mean score of 3.51 and a standard deviation of 0.53. Mental well-being was slightly lower, with an average mean score of 3.43 and a standard deviation of 0.51. Social well-being was rated the lowest, with an average mean score of 3.37 and a standard deviation of 0.51. In terms of dietary patterns, 96% of respondents reported meeting their recommended intake of fruits and vegetables. However, the same percentage also admitted to consuming processed foods regularly, indicating a potential area for dietary improvement. On the exercise front, 96% of respondents incorporated both aerobic and strength training exercises into their fitness regimen, with 98% reporting no significant barriers to regular exercise. Despite these positive health behaviors, regression analysis revealed weak and statistically insignificant relationships between dietary patterns and productivity, with an R? of 0.045 (p > 0.05), and between exercise and productivity, with an R? of 0.04 (p > 0.05). Based on these results, the study recommends implementing workplace wellness initiatives that focus on mental health services, stress management, and creating a supportive work environment.

Keywords

Nutrition, Exercise, Productivity, Healthcare Providers, Well-being, Mental Health, Social Well-being.

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A. E Setonji, O. O. Oladapo, I. F. Familoni, T. A. Otufale, A. J. Olugbenro "Perceived Influence of Nutrition and Exercise on the Productivity of Private Health Care Providers in Oluyole Local Government Area, Ibadan Oyo State" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 8 Issue 10 2025 Page 844-853
A. E Setonji, O. O. Oladapo, I. F. Familoni, T. A. Otufale, A. J. Olugbenro "Perceived Influence of Nutrition and Exercise on the Productivity of Private Health Care Providers in Oluyole Local Government Area, Ibadan Oyo State" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, vol. 8, no. 10, Apr. 2025
A. E Setonji, O. O. Oladapo, I. F. Familoni, T. A. Otufale, A. J. Olugbenro (2025). Perceived Influence of Nutrition and Exercise on the Productivity of Private Health Care Providers in Oluyole Local Government Area, Ibadan Oyo State. Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 8(10).
A. E Setonji, O. O. Oladapo, I. F. Familoni, T. A. Otufale, A. J. Olugbenro "Perceived Influence of Nutrition and Exercise on the Productivity of Private Health Care Providers in Oluyole Local Government Area, Ibadan Oyo State" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, vol. 8, no. 10, Apr. 2025.
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