scholarly journals Workplace nutrition habits in Slovenian small and middle sized enterprises

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
S Percic ◽  
M Stubelj
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Productivity Loss ◽  
Premature Death ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Workplace Health ◽  
Nutritional Habits ◽  
Healthy Nutrition ◽  
Nutrition Habits

Abstract Background Premature death, chronic diseases, productivity loss and other social and economic concerns can be influenced by healthy lifestyle workplace promotion programs, including healthy nutrition habits. In Slovenia a project called >>STAR-VITAL-healthy ageing at workplace << has been going on since September 2017. Methods The survey results are based on an analysis of 805 respondents from 20 different small and middle sized enterprises in Slovenia. The survey was carried out via both a paper questionnaire and an online survey during the period from June 2019 to February 2020. The screening questionnaire was completed before interventions. We estimated the average score for the eight questions concerning nutritional habits. Results Nutritional habits are the following: 62% respondents eat three or more meals a day, 64% respondents eat vegetables each day, 59,8% respondents eat fruits each day, 31,9% respondents eat fish or see fruits at least once a week, 45,7% respondents eat whole wheats at least once a week, 54,1% respondents eat red meat not more than twice a week, 62,1% respondents eat fried food not more than three times a month and 79,1% respondents drink sweet drinks less than three times a week. The results on question >>What is the most common form of meal you eat while at work? << are the following: purchase meal at restaurant 45,3%, bring from home 32,7%, delivery/carry out 6,2%, do not eat 5,2%, other 4,7%, employer cafeteria 3,9% and vending machine 1,2%. Conclusions The results of our survey show that a significant percentage of the workers in Slovenia still has unhealthy nutritional habits. Assessment of nutritional habits before workplace promotion program interventions allow us to compare which combinations of interventions are the most effective. The results will indicate the strength and weakness of each intervention and how it could be improved. Key messages The population is growing old and chronic diseases increases, which is part of the bad nutritional habits. Healthy lifestile promotion is needed to improve quality of life. The workplace health promoting programs have been shown to be an efficient way of improving workerś health. Implementing promotional program of nutritional habits are proper for Slvenian enterprises.

scholarly journals Understanding ageing: fear of chronic diseases later in life

2017 ◽  
Vol 46 (1) ◽  
pp. 175-184 ◽  
Author(s):  
Halimah Awang ◽  
Norma Mansor ◽  
Tey Nai Peng ◽  
Nik Ainoon Nik Osman
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Multinomial Logistic Regression ◽  
Term Care ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
Long Time ◽  
Life Threatening

Objectives Ageing is often associated with deteriorating mental and physical health and the need for long-term care, creating a fear of ageing. We investigated what people fear most in terms of disabling chronic diseases and their concerns regarding having long-term illnesses. Methods Data were obtained from an online survey of 518 respondents aged 40 years and older residing in Malaysia, which was based on a convenience sample collected in May 2015 to January 2016. Data were analyzed using chi-squared tests and multinomial logistic regression. Results Of the most dreaded diseases, heart disease and cancer are life-threatening; however, dementia, diabetes, and hypertension persist and have a disabling effect for a long time. While there were variations in the diseases feared most across sex, ethnicity, and place of residence, the biggest worry for all respondents with regard to having a long-term illness was that they would become a burden to their family, a concern that superseded fear of dying. Conclusions We found our survey respondents had a fear of chronic diseases and placing a burden on others. Thus, there is a need to provide motivation for people to adopt a healthy lifestyle, to remain healthy.

scholarly journals Quality of Life of Brazilian Vegetarians Measured by the WHOQOL-BREF: Influence of Type of Diet, Motivation and Sociodemographic Data

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (8) ◽  
pp. 2648
Author(s):  
Shila Minari Hargreaves ◽  
Eduardo Yoshio Nakano ◽  
Heesup Han ◽  
António Raposo ◽  
Antonio Ariza-Montes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Vegetarian Diet ◽  
The Other ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Domain 3 ◽  
Domain 4

This study aimed to evaluate the general quality of life (QoL) of Brazilian vegetarians. A cross-sectional study was conducted with Brazilian vegetarian adults (18 years old and above). Individuals were recruited to participate in a nationwide online survey that comprised the WHOQOL-BREF as well as sociodemographic and characterization questions related to vegetarianism. The WHOQOL-BREF is composed of 24 items which are divided into four domains (domain 1: physical health; domain 2: psychological well-being; domain 3: social relationships; and domain 4: environment), plus two general items which were analyzed separately, totaling 26 items. The answers from the questionnaire were converted into scores with a 0–100 scale range, with separate analyses for each domain. Results were compared among groups based on the different characteristics of the vegetarian population. A total of 4375 individuals completed the survey. General average score results were 74.67 (domain 1), 66.71 (domain 2), 63.66 (domain 3) and 65.76 (domain 4). Vegans showed better scores when compared to the other vegetarians, except in domain four, where the statistical difference was observed only for semi-vegetarians (lower score). Individuals adopting a vegetarian diet for longer (>1 year) showed better results for domains one and two, with no difference for the other domains. Having close people also adopting a vegetarian diet positively influenced the results for all domains. On the other hand, it was not possible to distinguish any clear influence of the motivation for adopting a vegetarian diet on the scores’ results. Adopting a vegetarian diet does not have detrimental effects on one’s QoL. In fact, the more plant-based the diet, and the longer it was adopted, the better the results were.

scholarly journals Individual-Level Determinants of Lifestyle Behavioral Changes during COVID-19 Lockdown in the United States: Results of an Online Survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (8) ◽  
pp. 4364
Author(s):  
Xiaotao Zhang ◽  
Abiodun Oluyomi ◽  
LeChauncy Woodard ◽  
Syed Ahsan Raza ◽  
Maral Adel Fahmideh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Alcohol Use ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
The United States ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Lifestyle Behaviors ◽  
Individual Level ◽  
Diet And Physical Activity ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors

This study examined individual-level determinants of self-reported changes in healthy (diet and physical activity) and addictive (alcohol use, smoking, and vaping) lifestyle behaviors during the initial COVID-19 lockdown period in the USA. A national online survey was administered between May and June 2020 that targeted a representative U.S. sample and yielded data from 1276 respondents, including 58% male and 50% racial/ethnic minorities. We used univariate and multivariable linear regression models to examine the associations of sociodemographic, mental health, and behavioral determinants with self-reported changes in lifestyle behaviors. Some study participants reported increases in healthy lifestyle behaviors since the pandemic (i.e., 36% increased healthy eating behaviors, and 33% increased physical activity). However, they also reported increases in addictive lifestyle behaviors including alcohol use (40%), tobacco use (41%), and vaping (46%). With regard to individual-level determinants, individuals who reported adhering to social distancing guidelines were also more likely to report increases in healthy lifestyle behaviors (β = 0.12, 95% CI 0.04 to 0.21). Conversely, women (β = −0.37, 95% CI −0.62 to −0.12), and unemployed individuals (β = −0.33, 95% CI −0.64 to −0.02) were less likely to report increases in healthy lifestyle behaviors. In addition, individuals reporting anxiety were more likely to report increases in addictive behaviors (β = 0.26, 95% CI 0.09 to 0.43). Taken together, these findings suggest that women and unemployed individuals may benefit from interventions targeting diet and physical activity, and that individuals reporting anxiety may benefit from interventions targeting smoking and alcohol cessation to address lifestyle changes during the pandemic.

The Work-Life Balancing Act

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 1-20
Author(s):  
Dhruva Pathak ◽  
Vijayakumar Bharathi S. ◽  
Padma Mala E.
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Work Productivity ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Personal Life ◽  
Future Research ◽  
New Ways Of Working ◽  
Professional Attitude ◽  
Work From Home ◽  
The Impact

The study investigated the impact of mandatory work from home due COVID-19 on personal and professional lives of people with different demographics. Statistical analysis of an online survey data (N=237) reveals that the impact on personal life dimensions—healthy lifestyle, family bonding, and physical stress—does not differ across people within different demographics. However, impact on emotional well-being is sensitive to gender and industry groups. Family size is also an important demographic factor impacted upon personal life dimensions. Professional dimensions related to work productivity and adopting new ways of working does not differ across demographics except for occupational role. Dimensions related to new skill development and change in professional attitude does differ across occupational roles. The study concludes by stating future research directions for mandatory work from home situation, and prescription to post-COVID-19 strategies for organizations.

scholarly journals From traditional to distance learning: hygienic problems of vision protection of students

2021 ◽  
Vol 100 (4) ◽  
pp. 373-379
Author(s):  
Natal’ya A. Skoblina ◽  
Olga Yu. Milushkina ◽  
Valery I. Popov ◽  
Svetlana V. Markelova ◽  
Nataliya A. Bokareva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Electronic Devices ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Physical Factors ◽  
Daily Lives ◽  
Artificial Illumination ◽  
Information And Communication

Introduction. Electronic devices (ED) are widespread among adolescents, filling their daily lives. The trend towards digitalization of all aspects of life is a global trend with the inevitable involvement of young people. The lack of existing preventive measures necessitates scientific research and intensification of work to promote a healthy lifestyle. Materials and methods. In 2019, an online survey was conducted of 200 schoolchildren in grades 9-11, 498 students in 1-6 courses, and 251 parents. In April 2020, an online survey was conducted of 1587 students of 1-6 classes and 500 parents. Measurements of physical factors were carried out at the Dolgoprudnenskaya gymnasium and the N.I. Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University. One thousand sixty-six schoolchildren and students were examined by an ophthalmologist with the help of the device “ARMISm”. Results. Negative tendencies in the state of the organ of vision, observed by students, are primarily associated with increased use of stationary and mobile ED in all age groups. Students use various ED in places with insufficient artificial illumination. In educational institutions, such places are corridors, halls, recreation, where students use their electronic devices. There are currently no separate requirements for artificial lighting by using information and communication technologies outside of classrooms or work premises. During the period of distance learning, schoolchildren and students have been established to use one more ED in comparison with the period of traditional education. The long-term effect of using mobile ED is still unknown. Conclusions. As a preventive hygienic measure for the protection of vision, it is recommended to use ED only in places with a good level of illumination, including artificial, with limited duration of continuous use of ED, with gymnastics for the eyes during breaks.

scholarly journals Loss of work productivity in a warming world: Differences between developed and developing countries

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shuang Yu ◽  
Zhongwei Yan ◽  
Jiangjiang Xia ◽  
Alcide Zhao ◽  
Anzhi Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Climate Models ◽  
Heat Waves ◽  
Productivity Loss ◽  
Work Productivity ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
The World ◽  
Warming World

<p>Comparable estimates of the heat-related work productivity loss (WPL) in different countries over the world are difficult partly due to the lack of exact measures and comparable data for different counties. In this study, we analysed 4363 responses to a global online survey on the WPL during heat waves in 2016. The participants were from both developed and developing countries, facilitating estimates of the heat-related WPL across the world for the year. The heat-related WPL for each country involved was then deduced for increases of 1.5, 2, 3 and 4 °C in the global mean surface temperature under the representative concentration pathway scenarios in climate models. The average heat-related WPL in 2016 was 6.6 days for developing countries and 3.5 days for developed countries. The estimated heat-related WPL was negatively correlated with the gross domestic product per capita. When global surface temperatures increased by 1.5, 2, 3 and 4 °C, the corresponding WPL was 9 (19), 12 (31), 22 (61) and 33 (94) days for developed (developing) countries, quantifying how developing countries are more vulnerable to climate change from a particular point of view. Moreover, the heat-related WPL was unevenly distributed among developing countries. In a 2°C-warmer world, the heat-related WPL would be more than two months in Southeast Asia, the most influenced region. The results are considerable for developing strategy of adaptation especially for developing countries.</p>

scholarly journals POSTURAL DISORDERS IN THE ELDERLY IN STATIC ASSESSMENT

2019 ◽  
Vol 72 (9) ◽  
pp. 1703-1707
Author(s):  
Magdalena Sobiech ◽  
Magdalena Zawadka ◽  
Maciej Kochman ◽  
Jaromir Jarecki ◽  
Tomasz Blicharski ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Premature Death ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
The Body ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Static Assessment ◽  
Limited Physical Activity ◽  
Active Recreation

Physical activity is one of the most important element of a healthy lifestyle and determinant of the physical and mental health. According to the WHO, limited physical activity is the fourth most common premature death risk factor in the world. Regular sport and active recreation is very important for our health. Physical exercise is the most effective method used by physiotherapists to prevent and slow down the aging process of the body, and consequently, diseases of elderly (e.g. osteoporosis, diabetes, hypertension and injuries). Physical activity has a positive effect on the quality of life and cognitive functions of elderly. The physiotherapeutic program should be based on functional training involving the entire human body. To plan and monitor the effectiveness of the training, different types of tests are used to assess the functional status of elderly people. These tests are based on the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment considering the state of health, physical and mental fitness as well as social and environmental determinants.

scholarly journals Development of technology and formulation of cracker of high nutritional value

2021 ◽  
Vol 32 ◽  
pp. 03013
Author(s):  
Anna Kovaleva ◽  
Svetlana Galchenko ◽  
Alex Kolchanov
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Value ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Product Categories ◽  
Balanced Diet ◽  
Healthy Nutrition ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Snack Products ◽  
Buckwheat Flour

Human nutrition is one of the important factors that determine the health of the population. A fullfledged balanced diet creates conditions for normal physical and mental development, affects the body’s ability to resist the effects of adverse environmental factors. The modern progressive direction of development of the confectionery industry is the creation of new technologies and the development of products of increased nutritional value. Today, a large number of product categories are represented in the structure of the snack market. One of the trends of recent years in the snack market is an increase in the consumption of natural snack products (nuts, seeds, dried fruits). In large part, this is due to the desire of consumers to live a healthy lifestyle. Therefore, products that carry the idea of proper and healthy nutrition are increasingly appearing on the market. This is what the developed product is a cracker with enhanced nutritional value. In the course of the study, the technology and recipe of the cracker of said increased nutritional value were developed. This result was achieved by adding buckwheat flour and cheese to the recipe. The additives used allowed crackers to be made with high organoleptic and physico-chemical properties. At the same time, the optimal recipe was determined, in which wheat flower was replaced with 40% buckwheat flour. The analysis of the chemical composition and nutritional value of the developed cracker samples of increased nutritional value proved the validity of the additives introduced. Due to the introduction of these ingredients, the contents of B vitamins (B1, B2, B4, B6), dietary fiber, as well as other nutrients like magnesium, potassium, calcium, zinc, copper, molybdenum, sodium and chlorine, increased.

scholarly journals Hitek és tévhitek a növényi alapú étrendről egy online kutatás eredményei alapján

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 65-77
Author(s):  
Veronika Keller ◽  
◽  
Viktória Bocsková ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Current Trend ◽  
Psychological Effects ◽  
Fruit And Vegetables ◽  
Online Social Media ◽  
Significant Relationships ◽  
The Earth ◽  
Different Types

A main current trend is healthy lifestyle and the consumption of fruit and vegetables. The assessment of healthiness of plant-based diet is not so obvious either among the population or food experts. In an online survey the knowledge, beliefs and misbeliefs about plant-based diet were analysed among members and non-members of online social media lifestyles groups. All in all, it can be stated that there are no significant relationships and differences between knowledge, attitude and perception of members and non-members. Social media users are aware of the different types of plant-based diet (vegetarian, vegan) and the positive and negative psychological effects. The associations connected to plant-based diet are the following: healthy, environmentally friendly and expensive. Only a small segment of Hungarian people follow plant-based diet. At the same the diverse and everyday consumption of fruit and vegetables is essential because of health and sustainability issues. Due to conscious nutrition and more plant-based diet, people can contribute to the protection of their own health and the Earth.

scholarly journals Determinan Penyakit Asma pada Pekerja Usia Produktif di Indonesia, Riset Kesehatan Dasar 2013

2018 ◽  
Vol 46 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-22
Author(s):  
Lusianawaty Tana
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Respiratory Diseases ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Productivity Loss ◽  
Eastern Region ◽  
Fuel Type ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Chronic Respiratory Diseases ◽  
Complex Sample ◽  
Residence Location

AbstractAsthma is one of the chronic respiratory diseases that often leads to decrease of productivity, loss ofincome and unemployment, as well as psychosocial and financial problems. The objective of the researchwas to identify the determinants of asthma of productive age workers in Indonesia using Basic HealthResearch (Riskesdas 2013). Sampling criteria were workers aged 15-64 years across the country. Thedata were analyzed by complex sample with significance level of 0.05 and 95% confidence intervals.Samples that met the criteria were 405.984 people. Determinants of asthma were areas of residence,age, education, nutritional status, smoking, illumination sources, sex, occupation, ownership index,residence location, slum neighborhood, physical activity, and fuel type usage. (OR adj 1.1-2.1 p≤0.01).The proportion of asthma in eastern region of Indonesia and Java-Bali region were 2.05 and 1.75 higherthan Sumatra region respectively. Less nutritional status had asthma proportion of 1.5 times higher thannormal. Improving nutritional status and increasing knowledge about healthy lifestyle should be done asan effort to reduce the occurrence of asthma.Key words: workers, asthma, Indonesia, Riskesdas 2013   AbstrakAsma merupakan masalah kesehatan di semua Negara dan salah satu penyakit saluran pernapasankronik yang sering mengakibatkan turunnya produktifitas, hilangnya pendapatan income dan pekerjaan,serta menimbulkan masalah psikososial dan keuangan. Tujuan analisis lanjut menentukan determinanpenyakit asma pada pekerja usia produktif di Indonesia, menggunakan data Riskesdas Tahun 2013.Kriteria sampel: berusia 15-64 tahun dan status bekerja. Variabel yang di analisis meliputi asma,karakteristik individu, perilaku, dan tempat tinggal. Analisis data menggunakan kompleks sampel,tingkat kemaknaan ≤0,05 dan confidence interval 95%. Jumlah sampel sesuai kriteria 405.984 orang.Determinan asma adalah kawasan tempat tinggal, umur, pendidikan, status gizi, merokok, sumberpenerangan, jenis kelamin, pekerjaan utama, indeks kepemilikan, lokasi tempat tinggal, lingkungankumuh, aktivitas fisik, dan jenis bahan bakar. (ORadj 1,1-2,1 p≤0,01). Persentase asma lebih tinggi diKawasan Timur Indonesia 2,05 kali dan Jawa-Bali 1,75 kali dibandingkan Sumatera, pada status gizikurang 1,5 kali dibandingkan normal, umur 55-64 tahun 1,5 kali dibandingkan umur 15-24 tahun, padapendidikan rendah 1,5 kali dibandingkan pendidikan tinggi. Perbaikan status gizi dan peningkatanpengetahuan tentang hidup sehat perlu dilakukan sebagai upaya menurunkan kejadian asma.Kata kunci: pekerja, asma, Indonesia, Riskesdas 2013

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