ASSESSING THE POTENTIAL IMPACT OF GENDER ON HEALTH INDICATORS: VARIATIONS IN BEHAVIOR AND PHYSICAL CONDITION

Background
Given the fundamental differences between men and women and the lack of understanding about the markers that significantly influence their overall health indices, a study in this area is vital. This study aimed to compare the behavioral traits and physical state of men's and women's bodies as health indicators.

Material and methods
There were 106 male and 51 female students overall. The research participants self-reported using 21 criteria applied to groups of health component variables (condition and activity indicators).

Results
There were established statistical differences between the averages of men and women for every physical condition variable. The nutrition indicator displayed similar and different traits in both males and females. The two study groups' indices of physical activity intensity differed noticeably.

Conclusions
Individual health can be effectively managed if health components are adequately evaluated and planned for. This enables food and exercise plans to be created to achieve the desired body condition parameters. Gender, therefore, is a major factor in the puzzle of adaptation outcomes which influence the body's physiological reactions to various stimuli and irritations and ultimately determine health.