scholarly journals Assessment of Adult Weight Status by Body Mass index (BMI) and the Association with Socio-Demographic Factors and Commonly Eaten Foods in Indonesia Between 2014–2015

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 729-729
Author(s):  
Salima Taylor ◽  
Katie Fisher ◽  
Ryan Simpson ◽  
Elena Naumova
Keyword(s):  
Weight Status ◽  
Multinomial Logistic Regression ◽  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Healthy Weight ◽  
Obesity Prevalence ◽  
Research Experience ◽  
Double Burden ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Socio Demographic Factors

Abstract Objectives Factors associated with the double burden of underweight and overweight/obesity are not well investigated in Indonesia. Insufficient information leaves policy makers without tools to develop coherent, impactful legislation on these issues. We aim to describe and explain the association between weight status, socio-demographic factors, and food consumption patterns in Indonesia. Methods We used the 5th Wave of the Indonesia Family Life Survey (IFLS) collected in 2014/15. From the total sample (50,148), we included only adults aged ≥20 years (27,496). We converted BMI into three categories: underweight (BMI < 18.5), healthy weight (18.5 ≤ BMI ≤ 25), overweight/obese (BMI > 25). Sociodemographic factors included location, education, sex, age category, and frequency of commonly eaten food items. We examined associations using multinomial logistic regression models (α < 0.05). Results Urban residents were less likely to be underweight (RRR = 0.90 [0.82, 0.98]; P = 0.014) and more likely to be overweight/obesity (RRR = 1.38 [1.31, 1.46]; P < 0.001) than rural residents. University educated respondents were nearly half as likely of being underweight (RRR = 0.58 [0.46, 0.72]; P < 0.001) but more than twice as likely of being overweight/obesity (RRR = 2.15 [1.82, 2.53]; P < 0.001) compared to uneducated respondents. Women were 25% less likely to be underweight (RRR = 0.76 [0.70, 0.83]; P < 0.001) but over twice as likely of being overweight/obesity (RRR = 2.40 [2.28, 2.54]; P = 0.001) compared to men. Those 40 – 49 and 50 – 59 years were over twice as likely of being overweight/obese (RRR = 2.49 [2.30, 2.71]; P < 0.001; RRR = 2.40 [2.19, 2.65]; P < 0.001, respectively) compared to those 20 –29 years. Interestingly, high rice consumption (≥4 servings/week) was associated with decreased risk of both underweight and overweight/obesity (RRR = 0.62 [0.38, 0.98]; P = 0.043 and RRR = 0.69 [0.49, 0.96]; P = 0.27, respectively). Conclusions Since 2007, underweight prevalence has decreased in Indonesia from 14.4% to 9.8%, while overweight/obesity prevalence increased from 17.9% to 34.4%. Closer examination of the factors driving over- and under-nutrition in Indonesia can inform policy makers of specific target populations for existing national food subsidy programs. Funding Sources NSF IRES US-Indonesian Research Experience #1,826,939.

Prevalence of malnutrition among women and adolescent girls: impact of urbanization in rural–urban interface of Bangalore

2022 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Veerabhadrappa Bellundagi ◽  
K.B. Umesh ◽  
B.C. Ashwini ◽  
K.R. Hamsa
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Adolescent Girls ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Multinomial Logistic Regression ◽  
Wealth Index ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Double Burden ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Multinomial Logistic Regression Analysis

PurposeIndia is facing a double burden of malnutrition, i.e. undernutrition and obesity. Women and adolescent health and nutrition are very relevant issues which have not received much attention it deserves in India, especially in the context of a girl child. Hence, the purpose of this study is to assess malnutrition among women and adolescent girls as well as the associated factors.Design/methodology/approachAn attempt was made to assess malnutrition among women and adolescent girls and associated factors. The required data was collected from the north (616) and south transects (659) sample households of Bangalore constituting a total sample size of 1,275. The data was analyzed by adopting multiple linear regression and multinomial logistic regression analysis using STATA software.FindingsThe effects of this study simply confirmed that, urbanization had an instantaneous effect on dietary repute of women and adolescent girls, while transferring throughout the gradient from rural to urban with the growing significance of weight problems and obese. In adolescent girls, about 31% were underweight followed by normal weight and overweight across rural–urban interface of Bangalore. The factors such as education, consumption of meat and animal products, a dummy for urban, diabetes and blood pressure were significantly and positively influencing the nutritional status (Body Mass Index) of women across rural–urban interface. While consumption of vegetables, wealth index and per capita income had a positive and significant influence on the nutritional status of adolescent girls.Originality/valueWith limited studies and data available in Karnataka, especially in Bengaluru, one of the fastest growing cities in the world. Against this backdrop, the study was conducted to assess the prevalence of malnutrition among women and adolescents and its association with various socio-economic variables.

Is the choice of less-polluting modes of transport for non-work purposes affected by socio-demographic factors? Evidence from India

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Taru Saigal ◽  
Arun Kr. Vaish ◽  
N.V. Muralidhar Rao
Keyword(s):  
Public Transportation ◽  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Mode Of Transport ◽  
Socio Demographic Factors ◽  
The Impact ◽  
First Time ◽  
The City

PurposeUsing survey data of a developing country city, this study aims to examine the impact of different socio-demographic factors on the choice of less-polluting modes of transport for purposes other than work.Design/methodology/approachStratified random sampling technique is employed and data on socio-demographic characteristics and mode of transport used is collected. Descriptive statistics complemented with a logit model of choice probabilities is implemented on the data obtained.FindingsMajority of the population in the city uses motorized means of transportation irrespective of the socio-demographic changes existing among them. Women, the individuals belonging to the youngest age group, the least economically well-off group of people, the least educated and the non-working are the individuals more likely to use more of less-polluting modes and less of more-polluting modes for non-work purposes as compared to their counterparts.Research limitations/implicationsThe study also calls for the development of an efficient and secured system of public transportation and non-motorized transportation in the city in such a way so as to neither hamper the goal of sustainability nor the goal of empowerment.Originality/valueTo the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first time a comprehensive analysis of the influence of socio-demographic factors on choice of type of mode of transport is carried out in this region of the developing world. This analysis will facilitate the policy makers in catering to the transportation needs of different segments of the society.

scholarly journals Socio-Demographic Factors and Body Image Perception Are Associated with BMI-For-Age among Children Living in Welfare Homes in Selangor, Malaysia

Nutrients ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nur A Rahim ◽  
Yit Chin ◽  
Norhasmah Sulaiman
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Body Shape ◽  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Image Perception ◽  
Body Image Perception ◽  
Body Weight Status ◽  
Socio Demographic Factors

Considering the double burden of malnutrition in Malaysia, data on malnourished children living in welfare homes are limited. This study aimed to determine the body weight status of children living in welfare homes and its associated factors. A total of 307 children aged 7–17 years old living in 15 selected welfare homes completed a standardized questionnaire, and their body weight and height were measured by trained researchers. There were 54.4% orphans, 23.8% abandoned children, and 21.8% children from problematic families. There were 51.5% boys and 48.5% girls; 52.4% were Malays, followed by 31.3% Indians, 12.7% Chinese, and 3.6% from other ethnic groups. The prevalence of overweight and obesity (23.1%) was higher than the prevalence of thinness (8.5%). In bivariate analyses, socio-demographic factors of age (p = 0.003), sex (p = 0.0001), ethnicity (p = 0.001), and welfare home enrollment status (p = 0.003), and psychological factors of self-esteem (p = 0.003), body shape dissatisfaction (p = 0.0001), and underestimation of body weight status (p = 0.002), were significantly associated with body mass index (BMI)-for-age. In the multiple linear regression analysis, children who were either Malays (β = 0.492) or Chinese (β = 0.678), with a status of being abandoned (β = 0.409), with body shape dissatisfaction (β = 0.457), and underestimated body weight status (β = 0.628) significantly explained 39.7% of the variances in higher BMI-for-age (F = 39.550; p < 0.05). Besides socio-demographic background, the current findings emphasized the importance of incorporating body image perception in an obesity prevention intervention program in welfare homes.

scholarly journals Obesity Transition and Inequalities by Sociodemographic Factors in Korean Adults, 1998–2018

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 1219-1219
Author(s):  
Ha-Jin Jang ◽  
Hannah Oh
Keyword(s):  
Abdominal Obesity ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Sociodemographic Factors ◽  
Socioeconomic Group ◽  
Obesity Prevalence ◽  
Korean Adults ◽  
Funding Sources ◽  
Small Change ◽  
Socio Demographic Factors

Abstract Objectives To investigate the obesity transition and inequalities by socio-demographic factors in Korea, we examined the nationwide overall and abdominal obesity trends and its association with socio-demographic factors in Korean adults (aged 19–79 years) in 1998–2018. Methods In the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 1998–2018 (n = 85,262), we estimated the age-standardized prevalence of overall (body mass index [BMI)≥25kg/m2) and abdominal obesity (waist circumference [WC]≥90 cm) in men and ≥85cm in women) in each sociodemographic subgroup. Weight, height, and WC were measured by medical staff. Logistic regression was performed to estimate odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for the associations between obesity prevalence and sociodemographic factors after mutual adjustment for all sociodemographic factors under study. All analyses accounted for a complex survey design. Results During the study period, the prevalence of overall and abdominal obesity increased in men (24.8% to 42.4%; 20.1% to 32.1%; respectively) but only a small change was observed in women (26.5% to 26.0%; 22.7% to 20.9%; respectively). When stratified by sociodemographic groups, obesity prevalence similarly increased in all groups of men but, in women, the trends varied across groups. In women, income (2016–2018: OR = 0.66, 95% CI = 0.56–0.78 overall obesity; OR = 0.60, 95% CI = 0.51–0.71 abdominal obesity) and education (OR = 0.62, 95% CI = 0.54–0.72 overall obesity; OR = 0.58, 95% CI = 0.50–0.68 abdominal obesity) were inversely associated with obesity prevalence, and the gaps between the groups became wider and solidified since 2007. Conclusions This is the largest and the most recent study including the entire survey phases of the KNHANES data (I-VII). Our data suggest that the inequalities in obesity prevalence by sex (men higher than women) and by socioeconomic status (women in lower-socioeconomic group higher than women in higher-socioeconomic group) have increased over time. These findings indicate that targeted, customized preventive strategies are needed to prevent further increase in obesity and related disease burdens in Korea. Funding Sources This work was supported by the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF) grant funded by the Korea government (2019R1G1A1004227 and 2019S1A3A2099973).

scholarly journals Enacting community health: Obesity prevention policies as situated caring

2021 ◽  
pp. 003802612110063
Author(s):  
Else Vogel
Keyword(s):  
Health Promotion ◽  
Obesity Prevention ◽  
Dietary Advice ◽  
Healthy Weight ◽  
Obesity Prevalence ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Promotion Policies ◽  
Heterogeneous Goods ◽  
Critical Policy ◽  
Monolithic Structure

Drawing on Critical Policy Studies and feminist STS, this article conceptualizes obesity prevention activities as ongoing and precarious practices of relating – rather than as means for ‘getting results’ or vehicles through which normative discourses are instilled. It focuses on ‘community approaches’ within public health, whose aim is to stimulate healthy initiatives from what policy makers term ‘bottom-up’, emerging from the situations, concerns and abilities within neighbourhoods. Drawing on ethnographic research on the ‘Amsterdam Healthy Weight Programme’, I demonstrate that different practices of relating enact particular versions of health and community. I warn that reliance on statistics-based problem definitions, dietary advice and professional hierarchies preconfigures health promotion as a matter of ‘reaching out’ to particular ‘problem populations’ defined around class and ethnicity. I show, however, that community approaches may also foster spaces for ‘situated caring’, where health emerges in the negotiation of heterogeneous goods, including neighbourhood revival, togetherness and fun. Situated caring has effects that cannot be captured by obesity prevalence statistics. The study of health promotion policies as practices of relating highlights that policy is not a monolithic structure of plans and commitments but is continuously done and redone. The article, then, introduces a new evaluative field that critically articulates the diverse ways in which ideals such as engagement and health are enacted in practices.

scholarly journals Ego-Identity of Women in the Reproductive Age with Pcos and Their Socio-Demographic Determinants

2020 ◽  
pp. 93-101
Author(s):  
Anait Yuryevna Marianian ◽  
Mikhail Yuryevich Kuzmin ◽  
Daria Pavlovna Markova
Keyword(s):  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Ego Identity ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Complete Representation ◽  
The Status ◽  
Identity Achievement ◽  
Socio Demographic Factors ◽  
And Control

Introduction: The purpose of the research is to identify the ego-identity nature of women of reproductive age with PCOS and socio-demographic factors determining this pattern. Methods: The methods, used in the study, are as follows: "SEI-test" by EL Soldatova, Life-Line test by A.A. Kronik, «Twenty statements test» (TST) by M. Kuhn and T. McPartland; the total sample included 140 women (70 women with PCOS, 70 without PCOS). Results: In women of reproductive age, diagnosed with PCOS, the status of Ego-identity Achievement prevails compared to women without this diagnosis. Patients with PCOS also show much less complete representation of their past and future life. Finally, women PCOS describe themselves in categories related to identity social component (career, self-development, etc.), rather than the interpersonal component (family sphere). Influence analysis of socio-demographic factors on the identity of women with PCOS showed that a greater number of external factors determine their identity compared to women without this diagnosis. The ego-identity of such women depends on their marital status and place of residence. Conclusion: Women of reproductive age with PCOS, the status of Ego-identity Achievement prevails, compared to women without PCOS, similar by marital, age, and social status. It means they are responsible for their choice and control over their emotions.

scholarly journals Overweight among children decreased, but obesity prevalence remained high among women in South Africa, 1999–2005

2011 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 594-599 ◽  
Author(s):  
Herculina S Kruger ◽  
Nelia P Steyn ◽  
Elizabeth C Swart ◽  
Eleni MW Maunder ◽  
Johanna H Nel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Census Data ◽  
Temporal Trends ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Obesity Prevalence ◽  
Anthropometric Parameters ◽  
Nutritional Disorder ◽  
Double Burden ◽  
Cross Sectional

AbstractObjectiveThe aim of the present study was to assess anthropometric status in South African children and women in 2005 in order to document temporal trends in selected anthropometric parameters.DesignHeights and weights were measured in a cross-sectional study of children aged 1–9 years and women aged 16–35 years. The WHO reference values and BMI cut-off points were used to determine weight status.SettingSouth Africa, representative sample based on census data.SubjectsChildren (n2157) and women (n2403).ResultsStunting was the most common nutritional disorder affecting 21·7 % of children in 1999 and 20·7 % in 2005. The difference was not statistically significant. Underweight prevalence remained unchanged, affecting 8·1 % of children, whereas wasting affected 5·8 % of children nationally, a significant increase from 4·3 % of children in 1999. Rural children were most severely affected. According to the international BMI cut-off points for overweight and obesity, 10 % of children nationally were classified as overweight and 4 % as obese. The national prevalence of overweight and obesity combined for women was 51·5 %. The prevalence of overweight in children based on weight-for-heightZ-score did not change significantly (8·0 % to 6·8 %,P= 0·138), but the combined overweight/obesity prevalence based on BMI cut-off points (17·1 % to 14·0 %,P= 0·02) decreased significantly from 1999 to 2005.ConclusionsThe double burden of undernutrition in children and overweight among women is evident in South Africa and getting worse due to increased childhood wasting combined with a high prevalence of obesity among urban women, indicating a need for urgent intervention.

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