scholarly journals Health Disparities in Calorie Knowledge and Confidence Among the U.S. Adult Population

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
pp. 215013272110024
Author(s):  
Amy M. Lando ◽  
Martine S. Ferguson ◽  
Linda Verrill ◽  
Fanfan Wu ◽  
Olivia E. Jones-Dominic ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Adult Population ◽  
Calorie Intake ◽  
Healthy Weight ◽  
Obesity Prevalence ◽  
Nutrition Survey ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
The Us ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Nationally Representative ◽  
Demographic Subgroups

Purpose Obesity prevalence has reached an all-time high in the US, affecting >40% of the population. This study’s objective was to evaluate associations between demographics and self-reported calorie knowledge and self-perceived confidence in calorie knowledge (“calorie confidence”). The relationships between body mass index (BMI) and calorie knowledge and confidence were also explored. Methods We analyzed data from participants (n = 2171) in the crosssectional, nationally representative 2019 FDA Food Safety and Nutrition Survey using logistic regression to estimate adjusted odds ratios (AORs) and confidence intervals (95% CIs) for associations between BMI and calorie knowledge (correct/incorrect), calorie confidence (confident/not confident), and demographic characteristics, and the Wald chi square test to evaluate relationships between BMI and both calorie knowledge and confidence. Results Many of the same subgroups were more likely than others to report lack of calorie knowledge and lack of confidence in knowing the typical daily calorie intake needed to maintain a healthy weight [respective AORs (95% CIs): age (years), >60 vs 51-60, 1.7 (1.1-2.5), and 1.4 (1.0-2.0); sex, male vs female, 1.7 (1.3-2.3), and 1.7 (1.3-2.1); race/ethnicity, non-Hispanic Black vs non-Hispanic white, 3.4 (2.1-5.5), and 2.4 (1.6-3.8); education, ≤high school vs college grad, 1.5 (1.0- 2.3), and 1.9 (1.3-2.7)]. BMI was significantly correlated with calorie confidence ( P = .047), such that those reporting less confidence were more likely overweight or obese [underweight/healthy (BMI < 25): 29%, overweight (25 ≤ BMI < 30): 34%, obese (BMI ≥ 30): 37%]. Conclusion In certain demographic subgroups associations between calorie knowledge and confidence differed. Tailored education and outreach for these groups may help to address these disparities.

Prevalence of Childhood Obesity In Northeastern Ontario: A Cross-sectional Study

2006 ◽  
Vol 67 (3) ◽  
pp. 143-147 ◽  
Author(s):  
Foyez Haque ◽  
Alberto G. de la Rocha ◽  
Betty Ann Horbul ◽  
Patricia Desroches ◽  
Craig Orrell
Keyword(s):  
Childhood Obesity ◽  
Program Planning ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Obesity Prevalence ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Northern Ontario ◽  
Control And Prevention ◽  
Chi Square Test

Purpose: In Canada, the incidence of childhood obesity has tripled within the past 20 years. The prevalence of obesity in the Timmins, Ontario, student population was studied to gain knowledge for program planning and resource allocation, and to compare Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) criteria with Cole’s international criteria for childhood obesity. Methods: Anthropometric measurements of 801 students were taken. Students were chosen from randomly selected schools for each grade. Data were analyzed according to age, gender, and ethnicity. Data were also compared with other studies. Intragroup comparisons were performed using hypothesis testing for significance with the z table and chi-square test. Results: Overweight and obesity prevalence was 28% according to CDC criteria. No statistical difference was found between genders or among ethnic groups, or between this study and other Canadian studies. In comparison with the CDC criteria, Cole’s international criteria indicated less obesity and increased overweight prevalence. These differences were not statistically significant. Conclusions: The findings suggest that in the northern Ontario community of Timmins, the prevalence of childhood obesity is of epidemic proportions. When the findings are shared with different agencies, this study will help the health unit to take necessary public health measures to curb the epidemic.

scholarly journals Analysis of main risk factors contributing to obesity in the region of East Africa: meta-analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 248-256
Author(s):  
Lenka Mařincová ◽  
Simona Šafaříková ◽  
Radka Cahlíková
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
East Africa ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Obesity Prevalence ◽  
East African ◽  
African Region ◽  
African Countries ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Risk Ratios

Background: Over a few decades obesity has become a major global health problem. Its prevalence worldwide has more than doubled since 1980. The situation is expected to worsen in the future, especially in the developing countries that experience nutrition transition due to economic growth. It contributes to reduction in malnutrition which supports an increase in obesity prevalence. Objectives: The aim of this study was to analyse the predictors of obesity in the region of East Africa. Methods: Meta-analysis of existing studies was used in order to find the different risk factors and their significance in obesity development. Data extracted from 16 published academic research articles described the situation in East African countries. The significance of the effect of each variable was tested by means of an asymptotic chi-square test, or Fisher's exact (factorial) test and the risk ratios were calculated. Results: Based on the chi-square test and the risk ratios of the aggregated data, three risk factors were found to be significant in the development of obesity – gender, type of residence and socio-economic status. In East African countries, women are significantly more likely to be obese. Living in an urban area and socioeconomic status are also positively associated with obesity. Because of insufficient data three other risk factors did not prove to be of any significance – alcohol consumption, smoking and education level. Conclusion: Conclusions of this meta-analysis confirm world trends but we also found results that are not in line with them (e.g. education). This meta-analysis confirms the huge existing research gap concerning obesity predictors in the East African region. Keywords: Obesity; meta-analysis; East Africa. 

Trends in BMI among elderly Japanese population: findings from 1973 to 2016 Japan National Health and Nutrition Survey

2020 ◽  
Vol 23 (11) ◽  
pp. 1907-1915
Author(s):  
Iori Tarui ◽  
Emiko Okada ◽  
Chika Okada ◽  
Aki Saito ◽  
Hidemi Takimoto
Keyword(s):  
National Health ◽  
Japanese Population ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Average Height ◽  
Ageing Population ◽  
Obesity Prevalence ◽  
Nutrition Survey ◽  
Health And Nutrition ◽  
Nationally Representative ◽  
Elderly Japanese

AbstractObjective:To examine 44-year trends in height, weight and BMI, and the prevalence of overweight/obesity and underweight in the elderly Japanese population because Japan, the country with the longest life expectancy, has the highest ageing population.Design:Using the nationally representative cumulative data from the Japan National Health and Nutrition Survey 1973–2016, sex-specific and age-adjusted mean height, weight and BMI, and the prevalence of overweight/obesity and underweight were calculated for each year. Trend analyses were performed using the Joinpoint Regression Program. Next, changes in height, weight and BMI, and the prevalence of overweight/obesity and underweight were estimated for each age group (65–69, 70–79 and >80 years) according to the birth year groups.Setting:Japan.Participants:Individuals aged ≥65 years with complete data on height and body weight measurements (N 94 508).Results:Trends in average height and weight increased over the four decades in both men and women. The prevalence of overweight/obesity dramatically increased and nearly tripled in men, accompanied with significantly decreased underweight prevalence. Furthermore, the increasing trend in average BMI and overweight/obesity prevalence in women reached a peak in 2002 and showed a decreasing trend thereafter, while a downward trend in underweight prevalence showed a gradual increase in women since 2003.Conclusions:Trends in height, weight and BMI among the elderly population should continue to be closely monitored in parallel with the effects of dietary changes, energy intake and physical activity (step counts).

scholarly journals Sonographic gallbladder wall thickness in normal adult population in Nigeria

2010 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 84 ◽  
Author(s):  
S Mohammed ◽  
A Tahir ◽  
A Ahidjo ◽  
Z Mustapha ◽  
Franza O
Keyword(s):  
Wall Thickness ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Clinical History ◽  
Gallbladder Wall ◽  
Normal Adult ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Normal Ranges ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
The Mean

Aim. The aim of the study was to determine the ultrasonic gallbladder wall thickness in normal adult Nigerians so as to create standards for defining gallbladder abnormalities in Nigerians. Method. Four hundred adults comprising 228 (57%) women and 172 (43%) men aged 16 - 78 years, who had normal clinical history and physical findings, were recruited. The gallbladder wall thickness was obtained in the supine, prone and right anterior oblique positions. Differences in gallbladder wall thickness were determined using the chi-square test, while the relationship between the ultrasound-measured gallbladder wall thickness and the subjects’ age, sex, height and weight were analysed using the Pearson product moment correlation. Normal ranges and related statistics were estimated and tabulated according to age group and sex. Results. The mean age of the subjects was 32±13.2 years. The mean gallbladder wall thickness range was 1.8 - 2.8 mm±0.5mm. The thickness range for females was 1.7 - 2.7 mm±0.5 mm, and that for males was 1.9 - 2.9 mm±0.5 mm. There was a statistically significant difference (p

scholarly journals Dental prosthetic status and treatment needs of adult population in Jizan, Saudi Arabia: A survey report

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (04) ◽  
pp. 459-463 ◽  
Author(s):  
Syed Ali Peeran ◽  
Fuad Al Sanabani ◽  
Bandar M. A. AL-Makramani ◽  
Elfatih Ibrahim Elamin
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Univariate Analysis ◽  
Treatment Needs ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Treatment Need ◽  
Survey Report ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Prosthetic Status ◽  
Level Of Significance

ABSTRACT Objectives: The study aimed to evaluate and compare the dental prosthetic status and treatment needs of adult population in Jizan, Saudi Arabia, in relation to the age. Materials and Methods: A total of 1779 people aged 35–74 years from 4 survey areas (Hay al matar, Mahata khams, Dara ut tawhid, and Suq ad dakhili) selected through convenient sampling, around Jizan University, were surveyed, using the WHO survey criteria, 1997. Statistical Analysis: Number and percentages were calculated, and univariate analysis was performed using Chi-square test at 5% level of significance. Results: Different forms of prosthesis were present among patients in the upper (19.9%) and lower (19%) arches, respectively. Prosthetic treatment need was recognized in subjects, 56.4% for the upper and 57.2% for the lower arches, respectively. The prosthetic status and treatment needs differed statistically with respect to age. Conclusion: More than half of the surveyed adult populations were in need of some or the other forms of prosthesis. This study provides data for an oral health-care provider program for Jizan.

Relationship between underlying causes of HCC and its complications.

2019 ◽  
Vol 37 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. e13123-e13123
Author(s):  
Daniel Kyung ◽  
Stuthi Perimbeti ◽  
Bolanle Adepoju ◽  
Shaun Bryan Hanson ◽  
Michael Joseph McCormack ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hepatic Encephalopathy ◽  
Portal Vein ◽  
Portal Vein Thrombosis ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Esophageal Variceal ◽  
Esophageal Variceal Bleeding ◽  
Vein Thrombosis ◽  
The Us ◽  
Chi Square Test

e13123 Background: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) remains the 4th leading cause of cancer mortality in the US. While mortality varies by stage, the presence of certain HCC-related complications contribute to increased mortality. In this study, we assessed whether the underlying cause for HCC influenced the frequency of common complications. Methods: The National Inpatient Sample between 1999 and 2014 was analyzed using ICD-9 codes. The ICD-9 code for HCC was used to extract all admissions from the years 1999-2014 and weighted to approximate the full inpatient population of the US over the 16 year interval. The prevalence of HCC-related complications were calculated for portal vein thrombosis (PVT), erythrocytosis, peritonitis, esophageal variceal bleeding (EVB), portal hypertension (Portal HTN) and hepatic encephalopathy (HE). Bivariate analysis using Chi square test was performed to compare the percentages of each complication with underlying risk factors for HCC (HBV, HCV, NASH and alcohol). Results: Total of 131,115 admissions (weighted = 648,732) was identified to have HCC. Conclusions: Portal HTN was the most common complication associated with HCV and NASH, whereas hepatic encephalopathy was most frequently seen with alcohol and PVT with HBV, respectively. Alcohol was associated with the highest rate of HCC-complications with the exception of portal vein thrombosis. HBV was associated with the lowest frequencies of complications except for PVT, for which it was the highest. Future studies might look at whether disease modifying measures such as cessation of alcohol and eradication of active HBV, HCV would impact the natural history of HCC.[Table: see text][Table: see text]

scholarly journals The Comparison of Giardia lamblia Infection and Nutritional Status of Elementary School Students in Mandangin Island, Sampang and Mojo Village, Surabaya, Indonesia

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 88
Author(s):  
Zaidan Arifiansyah Bachtiar ◽  
Amalia Putri Uswatun Hasanah ◽  
Muhammad Yasin ◽  
Rahmadany Isyaputri ◽  
Budiono Budiono ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Elementary Students ◽  
Giardia Lamblia ◽  
Nutrition Status ◽  
Healthy Weight ◽  
School Students ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Study Sites

Introduction: Giardia lamblia infection can cause impaired absorption of nutrientsand affects to the nutritional status that has not yet fully investigated in Indonesia.This study aimed to investigate the comparison of prevalence of Giardia lambliainfection and nutritional status of elementary students in Mandangin island and Mojovillage where were different condition.Methods: An analytical observational study with cross sectional design wasconducted in Mandangin island in July 2017 and Mojo village in June 2018 byinformed consent. Stools of elementary students were collected for Giardia lambliaidentification under a light microscope using direct smear method. Nutritional statusof students were determined by body mass index (BMI), and categorized as severeunderweight, underweight, healthyweight, overweight, and obese.Results: Forty-five stools samples were collected from elementary students inMandangin island and 55 stools samples in Mojo village. Prevalence of Giardialamblia infection without symptoms was higher in elementary students in Mandanginisland than Mojo village (28,9%, 13/45 and 1,8%, 1/55, respectively). Giardiasisprevalence in Mandangin island was significantly difference with Mojo village(p&lt;0.0001, chi square-test). Nutritional status of students in both study sites showeddominant healthy-weight that were 73.3% (34/55) in Mandangin island and 61.8%(33/45) in Mojo village. Giardiasis was commonly observed in students with healthy-weight and it was higher in Mandangin island (8/33, 24.2%) than Mojo village (1/34,2.9%).Conclusion: Asymptomatic giardiasis was highly found in elementary students inMandangin island and commonly observed in students with healthy-weight from both 3 regions. It suggested that asymptomatic giardiasis might not affect to the nutrition status of students.

scholarly journals Key Predictors of Overweight and Obesity in Adult Population

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 79-86
Author(s):  
M. Popovicova ◽  
M. Belovicova ◽  
P. Snopek ◽  
J. Babecka
Keyword(s):  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Overweight Or Obesity

Introduction: According to experts, overweight and obesity, are the most dangerous civilization diseases of today. World- wide, over 312 million people are obese and another 1.3 billion suffer from obesity. Increased weight is a significant health risk and it means a decrease in quality of life and, especially in life expectancy. Because of this, in our research, weaddressthe problem of current society which is overweight and obesity. Methods:To verify hypotheses, we used chi-square test of inde- pendence. It is a universal statistical test with wide use. It is most often used to verify the relation between nominal type variables. Results:By analyzing the results, we have found that over- weight or obesity of the parents, respondents’ satisfaction, eating habits and gender are related to overweight and obesity of the respondents. However, we have not found a relation between the physical activity of the respondents and their overweight or obesity. In case our respondents do not exercise and have bad eating habits, their body weight would be likely to increase. Conclusion:To prevent the development of overweight and obesity and its complications that have a negative impact on our health, it is necessary to make a targeted and effective in- tervention that is aimed at a healthy lifestyle.

scholarly journals DYNAMICS OF THE PREVALENCE BY VISIT OF ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION, CORONARY HEART DISEASE AND COMPLICATIONS DURING 6 YEARS IN RURAL AREAS INHABITANTS

2018 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 65-70
Author(s):  
I. N. Denisov ◽  
Т. V. Zaugolnikova ◽  
Т. S. Popova ◽  
T. E. Morozova
Keyword(s):  
Coronary Heart Disease ◽  
Heart Disease ◽  
Arterial Hypertension ◽  
Cardiovascular Mortality ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Obesity Prevalence ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cardiovascular Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
The Impact

Aim. Assessment of the dynamics of arterial hypertension (AH), coronary heart disease (CHD), postinfarction cardiosclerosis (PICS), stroke, cardiovascular risk factors prevalence by visit, during 6 years in the inhabitants of rural areas. Assessment of the impact of prevention events on the revealing rate of cardiovascular diseases.Material and methods. In the years 2015-17, a retrospective analysis was done, of the database on 2202 adults (≥18 y.o.) in Mokshinskaya rural outpatient facility. Of those 970 (44,1%) males and 1232 (55,9%) females. Study object — the reports for 2011-2016. For statistics, the IBM SPSS 21.0 was used, together with WinPEPI 10.49. Precise Fisher test applied and chi-square by Pearson. Statistics borderline set to 5%.Results. In 2016г the prevalence of AH — 9,54% (of all adult population), CHD — 2,00%, PICS — 0,59%, stroke — 0,27%. Prevalence increase by: AH — 32,5%, diabetes — 30,6%, obesity — 52,4%. There was tendency to decline of all CHD cases number: from 3039,8 by 100 thousand persons to 1998,2 by 100 thsd. PICS values did not change significantly. Cardiovascular mortality in the studied population was slightly higher — 7,3 promille in 2016, than cardiovascular mortality by Rosstat data — 6,2 promille and correlates strongly negatively with prevention events that have been performed.Conclusion. During a 6 year period there is significant increase of AH, diabetes, obesity prevalence that correlates significantly with prevention events. Nevertheless, the data on 2016 remains below mean statistics for entire country, except on obesity. Increase of the number of obesity persons by 52,4% is a serious medical and social problem of the studied population. It is a risk factor sreiously influencing cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.

scholarly journals Is Amoxicillin The Drug Of Choice In Dentoalveolar Abscess - A Hospital based study

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (SPL3) ◽  
pp. 1239-1244
Author(s):  
Shreya Svitlana Anand ◽  
Hemavathy Muralidoss ◽  
Jaiganesh Ramamurthy
Keyword(s):  
Private Hospital ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Drug Of Choice ◽  
Dental Hospital ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Young Adult Population ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Using Data

The aim of the study was to identify if amoxicillin is the drug of choice for dentoalveolar abscess. The retrospective evaluation was conducted using data provided by a private hospital. 86000 patients had reported to the outpatient department, a private hospital between June 2019 and March 2020, and the data was collected and analyzed. Patients diagnosed with dentoalveolar abscess were selected for the study. The antibiotic prescribed for treatment was recorded. A retrospective analysis was done based on the collected data. The data was entered in a methodical manner [serial number, name, age, gender, tooth number. Statistical analysis was performed in the statistical software SPSS and data were analyzed by descriptive statistics and Chi-square test. The retrospective study consisted of 27 subjects infected with Dentoalveolar Abscess. In this study we observed that 100% of the patients affected with dentoalveolar abscess were prescribed Amoxicillin and the most affected individuals among the study population belonged to the young adult population (age group 18-35 years) [51.85%], followed by patients aged 36-55 years [33.33%] and least affected belonging to age group 56-75 years [14.81%]. Around 74.07% of the population were prescribed Amoxicillin alone, 18.51% have prescribed a combination of Amoxicillin and Metronidazole, followed by 7.4% of the study population were prescribed the combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid. Within the limits of this study, we find that the drug prescribed for Dentoalveolar abscess in a private dental hospital is predominantly Amoxicillin. Hence, we conclude that amoxicillin is the drug of choice for dentoalveolar abscesses.

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