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The comparison of nutritional and physical activity statuses in students of Audiology and Nutrition & Dietetics Ayşe Güneş BayirZeynep Hüdanur AlbanThis study aimed to assessment and compare nutritional and physical activity status of Nutrition&Dietetics and Audiology Departments.The study was carried on students of Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Health Sciences Nutrition&Dietetics (experimental group) and Audiology (control group) Departments in 2016/2017 academic year. The survey included socio-demographic characteristics, 24-h recall Food Consumption Record, Food Frequency Questionnaire to determine nutrition and physical activity. Body Mass Index, waist circumference and body fat mass ratios were measured by bioelectrical impedance device.Overall, 220(66%) students participated, 125(84%) from experimental group and 95(46%) from control group. 75% of experimental group and 73% of control group were calculated as normal weight and mean body fat ratios were normal (24.3% and 22.8%, respectively). However, energy, water, carbohydrates, some vitamins and minerals were inadequate for two groups and fat consumption levels were high. 34% of those in control group had skipped breakfast meals, and they had unhealthy attitudes like chocolate and biscuits. Daily dairy products consume were found experimental group more than control group (p<0.05). 55% of experimental group and 58% of control group had regular physical activity. Health professionals need to be more conscious about healthy life, which includes adequate-balanced nutrition and regular physical activity. Journal of Food Science and Nutrition Therapy - Peertechz Publications 2020-02-26 Research Article https://doi.org/10.17352/jfsnt.000018 en Copyright © Ayşe Güneş Bayir et al.