Associations between yoga/meditation use, body satisfaction, and weight management methods: Results of a national cross-sectional survey of 8009 Australian women

Nutrition ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 34 ◽  
pp. 58-64 ◽  
Author(s):  
Romy Lauche ◽  
David Sibbritt ◽  
Thomas Ostermann ◽  
Nicholas R. Fuller ◽  
Jon Adams ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Weight Management ◽  
Body Satisfaction ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Yoga Meditation

scholarly journals Awareness and knowledge about weight status and management: results from the 1 d sensitization campaign ‘Obesity Day’ in northern Italy

2011 ◽  
Vol 14 (10) ◽  
pp. 1813-1822 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michela Barichella ◽  
Alexis E Malavazos ◽  
Giuseppe Fatati ◽  
Emanuele Cereda
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Weight Management ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Weight Control ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Obese Adults ◽  
Cross Sectional

AbstractObjectiveTo evaluate the awareness and knowledge about weight status and its management.DesignA 1 d cross-sectional survey. Basic anthropometric assessments (weight, height, BMI and waist circumference) and a self-administered questionnaire were considered.SettingNineteen Clinical Nutrition or Endocrinology and Metabolic Disorders Units or Dietetics Services in the Italian region of Lombardy.SubjectsAll adults attending the ‘Obesity Day’ initiative.ResultsA total of 914 participants (605 female and 309 male) were recruited. Although most of the participants (83·5 %) considered obesity to be a disease, 38·5 % were likely to misperceive their weight status. In particular, 38·8 % of normal-weight adults believed themselves to be overweight, whereas 71·1 % and 37·5 % of classes I and II/III obese adults classified themselves as being overweight and mildly obese, respectively. However, most of the overweight (90·2 %), mildly (96·8 %) and moderately/severely obese adults (99·1 %) recognized the need to lose weight. In all, 37·8 % of the sample underestimated the role of physical activity in weight management. Interestingly, only 17·2 % of dieters (previous or current) declared being advised by their doctor to lose weight. Multivariate models revealed that higher age, low education and higher BMI were important determinants of poor weight control and management. In addition, previous dieting appeared not to provide better knowledge, whereas the role of physical activity was recognized mainly by those practising it.ConclusionsThe present study suggests that in Italy knowledge about weight management should be improved not only in the general population but also among health-care professionals. To confirm this finding, there is now the rationale for a nationally representative survey. New educational programmes can be designed on the basis of the information collected.

Who cares for nutrition information at a restaurant? Food-related lifestyles and their association to nutrition information conscious behaviors

2016 ◽  
Vol 118 (7) ◽  
pp. 1625-1640 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jinkyung Choi
Keyword(s):  
Cluster Analysis ◽  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Body Satisfaction ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Nutrition Information ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Public ◽  
New Information

Purpose – People have become more health conscious about the food they eat on any occasion. As healthy dietary information has been released to the public in order to correspond with active public adaptation, more consumers have become aware of and are showing interest in new information related to health. The purpose of this paper is to utilize food-related lifestyle (FRL) instruments to explain nutrition information-conscious behaviors. Design/methodology/approach – This study used a cross-sectional survey design. A questionnaire was developed based on previous studies. A factor analysis and a cluster analysis were conducted to segment nutrition information-conscious behaviors of consumers. Participants were 200 and the survey was administered to citizens in South Korea. Exploratory factor analysis, cluster analysis, analysis of variance, Duncan’s multiple comparison tests, and χ2 test were used. Findings – Nine factors were identified and four clusters were established. These clusters were named: “personal value concern group,” “enthusiastic group,” “moderation group,” and “unconcerned group.” Each segment was significantly different in body satisfaction and nutrition information-conscious behaviors. Nutrients such as dietary fibers, sodium, and trans fat were considered differently by the four segments. Originality/value – Using an FRL instrument in relation to nutrition information-conscious behavior, interesting conclusions were drawn. Results of this study suggested that each segment has its characteristics in relation to nutrition information-conscious behaviors. Also it can be concluded that it is time for individuals to take responsibility for their own health problems.

scholarly journals Weight management barriers and facilitators after breast cancer in Australian women: a national survey

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carolyn Ee ◽  
Adele Elizabeth Cave ◽  
Dhevaksha Naidoo ◽  
Kellie Bilinski ◽  
John Boyages
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Weight Loss ◽  
Weight Gain ◽  
Weight Management ◽  
Breast Cancer Survivors ◽  
Behavioural Change ◽  
Weight Gain Prevention ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Exercise Interventions

Abstract Background: Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women worldwide. Weight gain after breast cancer is associated with poorer health outcomes. The aim of this study was to describe how Australian breast cancer survivors are currently managing their weight. Methods: Online cross-sectional survey open to any woman living in Australia who self-identified as having breast cancer, between November 2017 and January 2018. Results: We received 309 responses. Most respondents described their diet as good/excellent and reported moderate-high levels of weight self-efficacy. Despite this, the proportion of overweight/obesity increased from 47% at time of diagnosis to 67% at time of survey. More than three quarters of respondents did not receive any advice on weight gain prevention at the time of diagnosis. 39% of women reported being less active after cancer diagnosis, and and few weight loss interventions were perceived to be effective. Facilitators were structured exercise programs, prescribed diets, and accountability to someone else, while commonly cited barriers were lack of motivation/willpower, fatigue, and difficulty maintaining weight. Women who cited fatigue as a barrier were almost twice as likely to be doing low levels of physical activity (PA) or no PA than women who did not cite fatigue as a barrier. Conclusions: We report high levels of concern about weight gain after BC and significant gaps in service provision around weight gain prevention and weight management. Women with BC should be provided with support for weight gain prevention in the early survivorship phase, which should include structured PA and dietary changes in combination with behavioural change and social support. Weight gain prevention or weight loss programs should address barriers such as fatigue. More research is required on the effectiveness of diet and exercise interventions in BC survivors, particularly with regard to weight gain prevention.

scholarly journals Providers’ Involvement of Parents, Families, and Family Dynamics in Youth Weight Management Programs

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
pp. 2333794X1881713
Author(s):  
Keeley J. Pratt ◽  
Joseph A. Skelton ◽  
Ihuoma Eneli ◽  
David N. Coliler ◽  
Suzanne Lazorick
Keyword(s):  
Medical History ◽  
Weight Management ◽  
Family Involvement ◽  
Family Dynamics ◽  
Family Members ◽  
The United States ◽  
Health Providers ◽  
Current Standard ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

Family-based interventions are the current standard for the treatment of pediatric obesity, yet the details of how providers are involving family members, and the barriers to family involvement, are largely unknown. The objective of this study is to describe how providers in pediatric weight management (PWM) involve family members, identify barriers to family involvement, and how they address challenging family dynamics. A cross-sectional survey was administered to PWM centers/clinics and their providers in the United States and Canada. Analyses included descriptive statistics at the participant (N = 71) and clinic/center (N = 47) levels. Providers indicated that they assessed patients and parents’ perspectives, not other family members, motivation, weight/medical history, dietary and activity behaviors, goals, and barriers. Providers also reported that they asked patients’ perspectives about their parents’ aforementioned behaviors, and siblings’ dietary, activity, and sedentary/screen time behaviors, and weight/medical history. Providers reported that the balance between the patient and parent changed as children aged, with more focus given to the child, and less to the parent, as the child grew older. The most frequent barrier to involving family members in treatment included challenging family dynamics. The most challenging family dynamics were divorce/separation and parent-child conflicts. Providers often refer to and rely on mental/behavioral health providers to address barriers to family involvement and challenging family dynamics. Further research is needed to determine adequate provider training and comfort in dealing with family dynamics in treatment, and ways to mitigate barriers to involving families in PWM.

The Role of Ego Networks in Compulsive Exercise Behavior Among a Sample of College Sorority Women

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (10) ◽  
pp. 755-762 ◽  
Author(s):  
Megan S. Patterson ◽  
Patricia Goodson
Keyword(s):  
Interpersonal Relationships ◽  
Social Relationships ◽  
Body Satisfaction ◽  
Significant Others ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Exercise Frequency ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Ego Networks ◽  
Compulsive Exercise ◽  
Sorority Women

Background: Compulsive exercise (CE) is a harmful form of exercise that elevates the risk of developing/sustaining clinical eating disorders. College-aged sorority women are especially prone to CE. Due to the pronounced impact social relationships have on college students’ behavior, this study aims to examine personal networks and CE among a sample of sorority women through an egocentric network analysis.Methods: A total of 204 women in a sorority from a large, private university in the southeastern United States completed a cross-sectional survey in spring 2015. Descriptive and regression analyses were conducted on demographic, attribute, and ego network data.Results: Relationships with siblings, significant others, and roommates were protective against CE in this sample. Conversely, body dissatisfaction and exercise frequency predicted CE.Conclusions: Findings suggest that social relationships can impact CE behaviors in this sample. Along with promoting body satisfaction and healthy exercise, public health efforts should focus on facilitating close interpersonal relationships, especially between sorority women and siblings, significant others, and roommates.

scholarly journals Obesity Management Education Needs Among General Internists: A Survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
pp. 215013272110132
Author(s):  
Sanjeev Nanda ◽  
Jayanth Adusumalli ◽  
Ryan T. Hurt ◽  
Karthik Ghosh ◽  
Karen M. Fischer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Weight Management ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Medical Training ◽  
Management Training ◽  
Primary Care Providers ◽  
Obese Patients ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
General Internal

Objective The purpose of this study was to determine self-reported knowledge, attitudes, prior experience, and perceived needs for the management of overweight and obese patients within a General Internal Medicine Practice. Patients and Methods An emailed cross-sectional survey was sent between June 20, 2019 and September 12, 2019 to 194 healthcare workers (93 primary care providers (PCPs) and 101 nurses) which focused on management of patients with weight issues. Results In total, 80 of the eligible 194 participants completed the survey (nurses = 42, PCPs = 38). Up to 87% were white, 74.7% female (74.7%). Most of the responders were either in the age group of 30’s (30%) or 50’s (30%). Among the responders, 48.8% reported some type of specialty training in weight management since their medical training with lectures being the most common form of training (36%). When asked about their interest in either weight management training or strategies to initiate weight conversations, 79% of the respondents reported an interest in education on weight management or strategies to initiate weight conversations, while 65.8% indicated they would be interested in both topics. Conclusion Our study suggests that healthcare workers have a self-reported need for further training in management of overweight and obese patients, irrespective of previous training in this area.

scholarly journals Weight Management Counseling (WMC)p07 During Primary Care Clerkships: Preceptors Perceived Skills, Attitudes and Frequency of Modeling WMC to Students (P07-001-19)

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Karen Ashe ◽  
Melissa Clark ◽  
Sybil Crawford ◽  
Lori Pbert ◽  
Tom Guck ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Weight Management ◽  
Task Force ◽  
Work Force ◽  
The United States ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Funding Sources ◽  
Weight Management Counseling

Abstract Objectives The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) 2018 guideline for the management of adults with obesity continues to support screening and offering or referring patients with obesity to intensive multi-component behavioral intervention. Training the primary care work force is important for implementation of guidelines. It is unclear to what degree medical school preceptors provide weight management counseling (WMC) training during primary care core clerkships. This study seeks to describe preceptors’ perceived skills and attitudes towards providing WMC to patients and the frequency of preceptors modeling WMC to medical students. Methods Primary care preceptors (family/community medicine and ambulatory internal medicine) from medical schools participating in a larger multi-modal curriculum intervention were recruited to participate in an anonymous 10-minute cross-sectional survey on their perceived skills, attitudes, and modeling WMC to medical students. Results The survey was completed by 77 eligible preceptors (response rate of 33%). Preceptors perceived themselves to be moderately skilled in WMC, with a perceived WMC skills mean of 2.8, sd 0.56 (range 1–4). Their mean attitudes score was 2.1, sd 0.5 (range 1–4). Preceptors agree they have a responsibility to provide WMC and can be effective with patients. Preceptors report sometimes modeling WMC behaviors to medical students, the mean was 3.26, sd 0.48 (range 1–5). Of those preceptors who never/rarely model referrals, the most common reason was lack of resources followed by patient cost barriers. Conclusions Preceptors do not consistently model WMC for medical students during primary care core clerkships. Skill perception and resource availability may contribute. Funding Sources Research reported in this publication was supported by the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences of the National Institutes of Health under award number TL1-TR001454. The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the NIH.

scholarly journals The impact of personalized clinical decision support on primary care patients’ views of cancer prevention and screening: a cross-sectional survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel M. Saman ◽  
Ella A. Chrenka ◽  
Melissa L. Harry ◽  
Clayton I. Allen ◽  
Laura A. Freitag ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Decision Support ◽  
Cancer Screening ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Weight Management ◽  
Clinical Decision Support ◽  
Clinical Decision ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Few studies have assessed the impact of clinical decision support (CDS), with or without shared decision-making tools (SDMTs), on patients’ perceptions of cancer screening or prevention in primary care settings. This cross-sectional survey was conducted to understand primary care patient’s perceptions on cancer screening or prevention. Methods We mailed surveys (10/2018–1/2019) to 749 patients aged 18 to 75 years within 15 days after an index clinical encounter at 36 primary care clinics participating in a clinic-randomized control trial of a CDS system for cancer prevention. All patients were overdue for cancer screening or human papillomavirus vaccination. The survey compared respondents’ answers by study arm: usual care; CDS; or CDS + SDMT. Results Of 387 respondents (52% response rate), 73% reported having enough time to discuss cancer prevention options with their primary care provider (PCP), 64% reported their PCP explained the benefits of the cancer screening choice very well, and 32% of obese patients reported discussing weight management, with two-thirds reporting selecting a weight management intervention. Usual care respondents were significantly more likely to decide on colorectal cancer screening than CDS respondents (p < 0.01), and on tobacco cessation than CDS + SDMT respondents (p = 0.02) and both CDS and CDS + SDMT respondents (p < 0.001). Conclusions Most patients reported discussing cancer prevention needs with PCPs, with few significant differences between the three study arms in patient-reported cancer prevention care. Upcoming research will assess differences in screening and vaccination rates between study arms during the post-intervention follow-up period. Trial registration clinicaltrials.gov, NCT02986230, December 6, 2016.

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