Sleep Duration Determines Excess Body Mass Index among Young Adults in Surabaya

Introduction: Lack of sleep duration is one the risk factors that cause excess body mass index (BMI). One mechanisms are by regulating an increase in appetite and reducing energy used. This study aimed to identify relationship between BMI young adults.Methods: descriptive-analytic observational with cross-sectional design was conducted on 70 respondents aged 18-25 years old. The primary outcomes measured were BMI. Sleep grouped as <7 hours (short sleepers), ≥7 hours. classified 18.5-22.9 normal, ≥23 (including overweight obesity) according Asia-Pacific classification. Data analyzed using SPSS 21 software.Results: showed prevalence higher deprivation (<7 hours) 67% compared enough 33%. average 42 minutes shorter 6.1 6.8 normal-weight respondents. According results study, there a significant (p < 0.05).Conclusion: revealed related adults.