Diet and Cancer

2021 ◽  
pp. 13-20
Author(s):  
Marian L. Fitzgibbon ◽  
Lisa Tussing-Humphreys ◽  
Angela Kong ◽  
Alexis Bains
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cancer Research ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Lifestyle Modifications ◽  
Cancer Society ◽  
Lifestyle Risk Factors ◽  
Dietary Components ◽  
Lifestyle Risk ◽  
Obesity And Cancer ◽  
The Relationship

Diet contributes to the development of 30% to 35% of cancers. Shifts in the food landscape have contributed to changes in dietary intake, energy balance, and the development of obesity. Obesity, defined as a body mass index (BMI) greater than or equal to 30 kg/m², is associated with several cancers. The World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF), the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR), the American Cancer Society (ACS), and several large U.S.-based randomized trials are studying the relationship between diet, dietary patterns, lifestyle risk factors, obesity, and cancer. Prior research reported an association between individual nutrients and cancer risk. This research, however, did not fully investigate the complexity of diet and interactions between specific dietary components. Overall, according to data reported by the WCRF and the AICR, primary prevention of many cancers is possible through modifiable lifestyle changes. Identifying and intervening on barriers to lifestyle modifications remains a challenge, but it is increasingly apparent that there is a relationship between diet, lifestyle risk factors, and cancer development and that many cancers can be prevented.

scholarly journals The Prevalence of Insulin Resistance and the Associated Risk Factors in a Sample of 14–18-Year-Old Slovak Adolescents

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 909
Author(s):  
Jana Jurkovičová ◽  
Katarína Hirošová ◽  
Diana Vondrová ◽  
Martin Samohýl ◽  
Zuzana Štefániková ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Insulin Resistance ◽  
Venous Blood ◽  
Significant Risk ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Skewed Distribution ◽  
Model Assessment ◽  
Lifestyle Risk Factors ◽  
Lifestyle Risk

The prevalence of cardiometabolic risk factors has increased in Slovakian adolescents as a result of serious lifestyle changes. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the prevalence of insulin resistance (IR) and the associations with cardiometabolic and selected lifestyle risk factors in a sample of Slovak adolescents. In total, 2629 adolescents (45.8% males) aged between 14 and 18 years were examined in the study. Anthropometric parameters, blood pressure (BP), and resting heart rate were measured; fasting venous blood samples were analyzed; and homeostasis model assessment (HOMA)-insulin resistance (IR) was calculated. For statistical data processing, the methods of descriptive and analytical statistics for normal and skewed distribution of variables were used. The mean HOMA-IR was 2.45 ± 1.91, without a significant sex differences. IR (cut-off point for HOMA-IR = 3.16) was detected in 18.6% of adolescents (19.8% males, 17.6% females). IR was strongly associated with overweight/obesity (especially central) and with almost all monitored cardiometabolic factors, except for total cholesterol (TC) and systolic BP in females. The multivariate model selected variables such as low level of physical fitness, insufficient physical activity, breakfast skipping, a small number of daily meals, frequent consumption of sweetened beverages, and low educational level of fathers as significant risk factors of IR in adolescents. Recognizing the main lifestyle risk factors and early IR identification is important in terms of the performance of preventive strategies. Weight reduction, regular physical activity, and healthy eating habits can improve insulin sensitivity and decrease the incidence of metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease (CVD).

scholarly journals Characteristics of Patients in Treatment for Alcohol and Drug Addiction Who Succeed in Changing Smoking, Weight, and Physical Activity: A Secondary Analysis of an RCT on Combined Lifestyle Interventions

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Mette Rasmussen ◽  
Karen Hovhannisyan ◽  
Johanna Adami ◽  
Hanne Tønnesen
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Drug Addiction ◽  
Addiction Treatment ◽  
Secondary Analysis ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Successful Outcome ◽  
Lifestyle Interventions ◽  
Lifestyle Risk Factors ◽  
Lifestyle Risk

<b><i>Introduction:</i></b> Patients addicted to alcohol or drug often have additional unhealthy lifestyles, adding to the high mortality and morbidity in this patient group. Therefore, it is important to consider lifestyle interventions as part of the usual addiction treatment. <b><i>Objective:</i></b> The aim was to identify predictors of successful changes in lifestyle risk factors among patients in treatment for alcohol or drug addiction. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> We conducted a secondary analysis of a trial using a 6-week intensive integrated lifestyle intervention: The very integrated program (VIP). Patients were recruited in Addiction Centres Malmö and Psychiatry Skåne, Sweden. The primary outcome was successful changes in lifestyle, measured as quitting tobacco, exercising 30 min per day, and not being over- or underweight after 6 weeks and 12 months. <b><i>Results:</i></b> A total of 212 patients were included in the RCT, and 128 were included in this secondary analysis: 108 at 6 weeks and 89 at 12 months of follow-up. A total of 69 patients were respondents at both follow-ups. The follow-up rates were 51 and 42%, respectively. More education, having at least 2 lifestyle risk factors and having a high quality of life were predictors of a successful change in lifestyle after 6 weeks. After 12 months, the predictors for a successful outcome were having 3 or more risk factors, while an education level up to 3 years was a negative predictor. <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> Having several unhealthy lifestyles in addition to alcohol and drug addiction was a significant predictor of successful lifestyle changes in the short- and long term after the VIP for lifestyle interventions. Likewise, education was significant. The results should be considered in future development and research among this vulnerable group of patients.

The Relationship between Depression and Lifestyle Risk Factors in Office Workers

2016 ◽  
Vol 48 ◽  
pp. 227
Author(s):  
YoungYun Jin ◽  
Sunghun Yang ◽  
Haeryon Hong ◽  
Changduk Ha ◽  
Jiyoung Kong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Office Workers ◽  
Lifestyle Risk Factors ◽  
Lifestyle Risk ◽  
The Relationship

scholarly journals Lifestyle Risk Factors and the Population Attributable Fractions for Overweight and Obesity in Chinese Students of Zhejiang Province

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fang Gu ◽  
Siliang Zhou ◽  
Ke Lou ◽  
Rui Deng ◽  
Xingxiu Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Chinese Students ◽  
Lifestyle Factors ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Zhejiang Province ◽  
Lifestyle Risk Factors ◽  
Population Attributable Fractions ◽  
Attributable Fractions ◽  
Lifestyle Risk ◽  
The Relationship

Objectives: To assess the relationship between modifiable lifestyle factors and risk of overweight/obesity in Chinese students, and to evaluate the predicting prevalence of overweight if the lifestyle risk factors were removed.Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 40,141 students in grade three and above (8–24yrs) in 2019 in Zhejiang Province, China. Physical examination was performed, and a self-administered questionnaire was used to collect lifestyle information, including dietary behavior, physical activity, TV watching, sleeping, smoking, drinking, and tooth-brushing habits. Logistic regression models were performed to assess the relationship between overweight/obesity and a series of lifestyle factors. Population attributable fractions (PAFs) were used to calculate the predicting prevalence of overweight/obesity if lifestyle risk factors were removed.Results: The prevalence of overweight/obesity of participants was 25.5% (male 32.3%, female 18.1%). Overweight/obesity were associated with adverse lifestyle factors, such as watch TV ≥1 h/day (OR = 1.14, 95% CI: 1.11–1.22), insufficient sleep (OR = 1.14, 95% CI: 1.11–1.22), and irregular toothbrushing habits (OR = 1.19, 95% CI: 1.01–1.39). Based on the calculated PAFs, the predicted prevalence of overweight/obesity would decline moderately if lifestyle factors were modified, with the magnitudes of decrease vary by sex, age and residence. Generally, a larger reduction was estimated if the sleeping time was increased and TV time was reduced, with the prevalence of overweight/obesity decreased by 1.1% (95% CI: 0.7, 1.5%) and 0.9% (95% CI: 0.6, 1.2%), respectively.Conclusions: Predicted prevalence of overweight/ obesity in Chinese students may decrease if modifiable lifestyle risk factors were removed. The attributable risk for obesity of lifestyle behaviors varied in age, sex and residence groups. The findings of this study may provide insights for planning and optimizing future obesity intervention endeavors.

scholarly journals The Prevalence of Insulin Resistance and the Associated Risk Factors in a Sample of 14–18-Year-Old Slovak Adolescents

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jana Jurkovicova ◽  
Katarina Hirosova ◽  
Diana Vondrova ◽  
Martin Samohyl ◽  
Zuzana Stefanikova ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Insulin Resistance ◽  
Venous Blood ◽  
Significant Risk ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Anthropometric Parameters ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Lifestyle Risk Factors ◽  
Lifestyle Risk

The prevalence of cardiometabolic risk factors has increased in Slovakian adolescents as a result of serious lifestyle changes. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the prevalence of insulin resistance (IR) and the associations with cardiometabolic and selected lifestyle risk factors in a sample of Slovak adolescents. In total, 2,629 adolescents (45.8% males) aged between 14 and 18 years were examined in the study. Anthropometric parameters, blood pressure, and resting heart rate were measured, fasting venous blood samples were analysed, and HOMA-IR was calculated. The mean HOMA-IR was 2.45&plusmn;1.91 without a significant intersexual difference. IR (cut-off point for HOMA-IR=3.16) was detected in 18.6% of adolescents (19.8% males, 17.6% females). IR was strongly associated with overweight/obesity (especially central) and with almost all monitored cardiometabolic factors, except for TC and systolic BP in females. The multivariate model selected variables such as low level of physical fitness, insufficient physical activity, breakfast skipping, a small number of daily meals, frequent consumption of sweetened beverages, and low educational level of fathers as the significant risk factors of IR in adolescents. Recognizing the main lifestyle risk factors and early IR identification is important in terms of the performance of preventive strategies. Weight reduction, regular physical activity, and healthy eating habits can improve insulin sensitivity and decrease the incidence of metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and CVD in adulthood.

scholarly journals Dietary and Lifestyle Risk Factors and Metabolic Syndrome: Literature Review

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 594-608 ◽  
Author(s):  
RAWAN H. AL-QAWASMEH ◽  
REEMA F. TAYYEM
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Positive Family History ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Abdominal Adiposity ◽  
Metabolic Abnormalities ◽  
Lifestyle Risk Factors ◽  
History Of ◽  
Lifestyle Risk

Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is considered a threat to public health due to its rapid growing prevalence worldwide. MetS can result from interrelated metabolic abnormalities including insulin resistance (IR), hypertension, dyslipidemia, and abdominal adiposity. Although the pathogenesis of this syndrome is not distinctly understood, it is strongly influenced by multiple genetic variations that interact with many environmental factors such as positive family history of MetS, adherence to unhealthy dietary patterns, low physical activity and smoking and that explain the variations in the prevalence of the MetS within and across populations. All of these factors were found to be associated with IR, obesity, and triglycerides elevation which therefore increase the risk of the MetS Several studies highlighted the effective preventive approach includes lifestyle changes, primarily losing weight, adopting healthy diet, and practicing exercise. All of the mentioned factors can reduce the risk of MetS.

Environmental (Lifestyle) Risk Factors for LADA

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 178-187 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sofia Carlsson
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Insulin Resistance ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Lifestyle Modifications ◽  
Hybrid Form ◽  
Lifestyle Risk Factors ◽  
Lifestyle Risk

<P>Background: In order to prevent diabetes it is important to identify common, modifiable risk factors in the population. Such knowledge is extensive for type 2 diabetes but limited for autoimmune forms of diabetes. </P><P> Objective: This review aims at summarizing the limited literature on potential environmental (lifestyle) risk factors for LADA. Methods: A PubMed search identified 15 papers estimating the risk of LADA in relation to lifestyle. These were based on data from two population-based studies; one Swedish case-control study and one Norwegian cohort study. Results: Studies published to date indicate that the risk of LADA is associated with factors promoting insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes such as overweight, physical inactivity, smoking, low birth weight, sweetened beverage intake and moderate alcohol consumption (protective). Findings also indicate potential effects on autoimmunity exerted by intake of coffee (harmful) and fatty fish (protective). This supports the concept of LADA as being a hybrid form of diabetes with an etiology including factors associated with both insulin resistance and autoimmunity. Conclusion: LADA may in part be preventable through the same lifestyle modifications as type 2 diabetes including weight loss, physical activity and smoking cessation. However, current knowledge is hampered by the small number of studies and the fact that they exclusively are based on Scandinavian populations. There is a great need for additional studies exploring the role of lifestyle factors in the development of LADA.</P>

scholarly journals Lifestyle Risk Factors, Quality of Life, and Intervention Preferences of Barrett’s Esophagus Patients: A Prospective Cohort Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
pp. 216495612110013
Author(s):  
Xiaotao Zhang ◽  
Sharmila Anandasabapathy ◽  
Julian Abrams ◽  
Mohamed Othman ◽  
Hoda J Badr
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Acid Reflux ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Lifestyle Counseling ◽  
Lifestyle Risk Factors ◽  
Intervention Preferences ◽  
Lifestyle Risk ◽  
Over Time

Background and Aims Lifestyle counseling to achieve a healthy weight, quit smoking, and reduce alcohol is a cornerstone in the management of Barrett’s Esophagus (BE). However, little is known about whether patients make these recommended lifestyle changes or the impact of non-adherence on their quality of life (QOL). This study characterized the lifestyle risk factors, QOL, and intervention preferences of BE patients as a first step toward developing lifestyle change interventions for this population. Methods Patients with a confirmed BE diagnosis (N = 106) completed surveys at a surveillance endoscopy visit (baseline) and at 3- and 6-month follow-ups. Patients reported on lifestyle risk factors, adherence determinants (e.g., perceived benefits/barriers, risk, intentions), QOL, and intervention preferences. Results Most patients (56%) had uncontrolled reflux, were overweight/obese (65.1%), and had low dietary fiber intake (91%). Many (45%) reported poor QOL. Patients’ perceived risk of developing esophageal cancer was high, but their behavior change intentions were low. Despite receiving lifestyle counseling from physicians, there were no significant changes in patients’ QOL or lifestyle risk factors over time. Nonetheless, patients indicated strong interest in internet (62.6%) and multimedia programs (57.9%) addressing acid reflux and weight control. Conclusion BE patients reported uncontrolled reflux, poor QOL, and multiple lifestyle risk factors that did not change over time. Despite low levels of intention for making lifestyle changes, patients were interested receiving more information about controlling acid reflux, suggesting a potential teachable moment and opportunity for web-based and multimedia multiple behavior interventions that seek to control acid reflux symptoms through weight loss and a high fiber diet.

scholarly journals The Relationship of Lifestyle Risk Factors and Depression in Korean Adults: A Moderating Effect of Overall Nutritional Adequacy

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (8) ◽  
pp. 2626
Author(s):  
Minjeong Kang ◽  
Mingyu Joo ◽  
Haeryun Hong ◽  
Hyunsik Kang
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Moderating Effect ◽  
Nutritional Adequacy ◽  
Lifestyle Risk Factors ◽  
Korean Adults ◽  
Lifestyle Risk ◽  
Mean Adequacy Ratio ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

Background: Little is known regarding the role of nutrition in determining the associations between lifestyle risk factors and depression. Objectives: This study examined whether or not nutritional adequacy modulates the relationship between depression and lifestyle risk factors in Korean adults aged 18-65 years (n = 7446). Methods: Data were obtained from the 2016 and 2018 Korea National Health and Examination Survey. Depression, smoking, at-risk alcohol consumption, physical inactivity, sleep deprivation, and mean adequacy ratio (MAR) were assessed. Results: Individuals with two (OR = 1.960, p < 0.001), three (OR = 4.237, p < 0.001), or four (OR = 5.312, p < 0.001) risk factors had a significantly higher risk of depression compared to individuals with one or zero risk factor. In contrast, individuals with moderate MAR (OR = 0.607, p < 0.001) and high (OR = 0.698, p < 0.001) MAR had a lower depression risk compared to individuals with low MAR. Moderation analysis showed a moderating effect of MAR (coefficient = −0.220, p = 0.007) on the relationship between risk factors and depression. Conclusions: The current findings suggest that overall nutritional adequacy plays a modulating role in determining the relationship between depression and lifestyle risk factors in Korean adults.

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