scholarly journals The influence of physical activity, specialized exercises and diet on pregnancy and delivery according to pregnant women attending a childbirth school

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. 89-138
Author(s):  
Julita Spychalska
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Pregnant Woman ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Research Area ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Pregnancy And Delivery ◽  
Satisfactory Answer

The aim of the study was to show whether pregnant women are physically active and what their eating habits look like during pregnancy. To obtain a satisfactory answer, the questions were asked, the diagnostic survey method was used, and the technique was a questionnaire consisting of 18 questions. The first theoretical part shows the issues related to physical activity and the diet of a pregnant woman. The second-research part presents the entire research methodology - techniques, methods, hypotheses, theses, research tools and research area. In the final part, the results of the research, summary and conclusions are presented.

scholarly journals Physical Activity Patterns of Women with a Twin Pregnancy—A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (15) ◽  
pp. 7724
Author(s):  
Katarzyna Kwiatkowska ◽  
Katarzyna Kosińska-Kaczyńska ◽  
Izabela Walasik ◽  
Agnieszka Osińska ◽  
Iwona Szymusik
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Twin Pregnancy ◽  
Activity Patterns ◽  
Multiple Pregnancy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physically Active

Background: No specific physical activity guidelines are available for women in multiple pregnancy. Aim of the study was to assess the knowledge and experience of women regarding physical activity during their latest twin pregnancy. Methods: A cross-sectional study including women after a twin delivery was conducted in Poland. A questionnaire was distributed in 2018 via web pages and Facebook groups designed for pregnant women. Results: 652 women filled out the questionnaire completely. Only 25% of women performed any physical exercises during twin gestation. The frequency of preterm delivery was similar in physically active and non-active participants. 35% of the respondents claimed to have gained information on proper activity from obstetricians during antenatal counselling while 11% claimed to be unable to identify the reliable sources of information. 7% of women admitted to feel discriminated by social opinion on exercising during a twin pregnancy. Conclusions: The population of women with a twin gestation is not sufficiently physically active and is often discouraged from performing exercises during gestation. Therefore, it is crucial to inform obstetricians to recommend active lifestyle during a twin gestation and to provide reliable information on physical activity to pregnant women. Further research on this topic is necessary in order for obstetric providers to counsel women on appropriate exercise with a twin pregnancy.

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on physical activity practice of people with disabilities

2021 ◽  
pp. 240-251
Author(s):  
Márcia Greguol ◽  
Cristiana Conti ◽  
Bruno Marson Malagodi ◽  
Bruna Barboza Seron ◽  
Elaine Cappellazzo Souto ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
People With Disabilities ◽  
Healthcare Services ◽  
World Population ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Healthy Habits ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
The Impact

The global pandemic caused by the COVID-19 has profoundly changed the daily life of most of the world population. People with disabilities have been particularly affected by these changes, which often have accentuated their isolation and marginalization also due to greater difficulties in accessing healthcare services. People with disabilities have also been impacted in relation to their ability to participate in physical activity with even more adverse consequences for their quality of life and health. The aim of this study was to explore the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on physical activity practice of people with disabilities and to understand the changes that caregivers have perceived for the participation in physical activity of this specific population. It emerged that, regardless of the type of disability, people with this condition experienced drastic reductions in their physical activity levels during the pandemic and in most cases did not have access to any type of remote guidance. Furthermore, a higher prevalence of sedentary behavior and negative changes in eating habits have been reported by the caregivers, highlighting the need for specific strategies and initiatives for people with disabilities to maintain healthy habits and a physically active lifestyle.

Childhood obesity: food, nutrient, and eating-habit trends and influences

2007 ◽  
Vol 32 (4) ◽  
pp. 635-645 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lynn Roblin
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Childhood Obesity ◽  
Nutrition Education ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Fats And Oils ◽  
Obese Children ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
School Based ◽  
The Media ◽  
High Calorie

The need has never been greater to support healthy eating and physical activity in children and youth; the numbers of overweight and obese children have doubled and tripled, respectively, over the past 3 decades. Poor eating habits, including inadequate intake of vegetables, fruit, and milk, and eating too many high-calorie snacks, play a role in childhood obesity. Grain products provide the highest percentage (31%) of daily calories, followed by “other foods,” which have limited nutritional value (22% of daily calories). Snacks account for 27% of total daily calories, which is more than the calories consumed at breakfast (18%) and lunch (24%), but not dinner (31%). For Canadians older than 4 years of age, more than 41% of daily snack calories come from other foods, such as chips, chocolate bars, soft drinks, fruit drinks, sugars, syrup, preserves, fats, and oils. Habits that protect against childhood obesity include eating more vegetables and fruit, eating meals with family, and being physically active. Children’s food habits and choices are influenced by family, caregivers, friends, schools, marketing, and the media. Successful interventions for preventing childhood obesity combine family- and school-based programs, nutrition education, dietary change, physical activity, family participation, and counseling.

Reasons and Barriers for University Students’ Leisure-Time Physical Activity: Moderating Effect of Health Education

2019 ◽  
Vol 126 (6) ◽  
pp. 1084-1100 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saulius Sukys ◽  
Vida J. Cesnaitiene ◽  
Arunas Emeljanovas ◽  
Brigita Mieziene ◽  
Irena Valantine ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Health Education ◽  
University Students ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Fitness And Health ◽  
The Relationship

This study aimed to investigate the relationship between health education and motives and barriers for university students’ engagement in leisure-time physical activity (PA). The research sample included 709 students (312 females and 397 males) in different years of study, ranging in age between 18-25 years. A questionnaire survey method revealed a significant positive relationship between fitness and health motives and students’ leisure-time PA. External barriers were negative predictors of students’ leisure-time PA, while more health education-related courses per week were positively associated with students’ leisure-time PA. Finally, we found that the number of health education-related courses per week moderated the relationship between fitness and health motives and students’ leisure-time PA. These findings suggest that university students’ fitness and health motives and external barriers to be physically active outweigh other motives and barriers in determining their leisure-time PA. In addition, health education in university studies can effectively increase students’ health-related motivation for PA.

scholarly journals Empirical Indicators of Psychobiological Needs of Pregnant Women: Integrative Review

10.3823/2283 ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Flávio César Bezerra da Silva ◽  
Rosineide Santana de Brito ◽  
Jovanka Bittencourt Leite de Carvalho
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Woman ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Integrative Review ◽  
Natural Phenomenon ◽  
Depression And Anxiety ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Her Family ◽  
Routine Monitoring

Introduction: Pregnancy is a natural phenomenon whose evolution requires routine monitoring in order to promote well-being and comfort to the woman and her family. Objective: To analyze the scientific literature on empirical indicators of the pregnant woman needs. Method: This is an integrative review considering publications between years 2005 and 2014. Databases consulted were Cochrane, CINAHL, Lilacs, Pubmed, Scopus and Journal of Midwifery. It was used as inclusion criteria articles published in full that dealt indicators related to the need of women during pregnancy. In 36 articles selected 64 indicators were identified consistent to the physiological needs of pregnant women. Results: The results show imbalances especially eating habits, physical activity, depression and anxiety. It was found low supply of treatments and tests relating to prenatal program. Conclusion: The reviewed publications indicate the existence of gaps in the psychobiological level of the pregnant woman. This situation is worrying when it is assumed that pregnant women not getting their needs met, they are predisposed to injuries to their health and of the conceptus and of the household as a social cell.

scholarly journals Time Course and Determinants of Individual Motivation among Women Enrolled in a Diet and Physical Activity Primary Prevention Trial

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (22) ◽  
pp. 8589
Author(s):  
Saverio Caini ◽  
Melania Assedi ◽  
Elisa Grechi ◽  
Ilaria Ermini ◽  
Donatella Zagni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Primary Prevention ◽  
Time Course ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Individual Characteristics ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Individual Motivation ◽  
Diet And Physical Activity ◽  
Post Menopausal ◽  
Promotion Campaigns

We studied the determinants of motivation among post-menopausal women enrolled in a two-year diet and physical activity primary prevention randomized trial. Participants were requested to grade the importance attached to changing their lifestyle, their confidence about being able to implement the change, and their willingness to be involved in studies focusing on lifestyle. We used multi-adjusted regression to investigate the association between individual characteristics, study arm, and individual motivation at study entry and end. Participants (n = 234) were highly motivated both at entry and throughout the study. Women with pre-existing healthier eating habits and lifestyles (e.g., high consumption of fruit and vegetables, low red meat consumption, and physically active) were more motivated at entry and over the course of the study. Women assigned to any intervention arm were more motivated than those in the control arm. These findings may help enhance adherence to recommendations and improve effectiveness of community-based health promotion campaigns.

scholarly journals Physical activity and sedentary time during pregnancy and associations with maternal and fetal health outcomes: an epidemiological study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lina Meander ◽  
Maria Lindqvist ◽  
Ingrid Mogren ◽  
Jonas Sandlund ◽  
Christina E. West ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Pregnant Woman ◽  
Weight Gain ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Gestational Weight Gain ◽  
Sedentary Time ◽  
Gestational Weight ◽  
Self Rated Health ◽  
Recommended Level

Abstract Background Physical activity is generally considered safe for the pregnant woman as well as for her fetus. In Sweden, pregnant women without contraindications are recommended to engage in physical activity for at least 30 min per day most days of the week. Physical activity during pregnancy has been associated with decreased risks of adverse health outcomes for the pregnant woman and her offspring. However, there are at present no recommendations regarding sedentary behavior during pregnancy. The aim was to examine the level of physical activity and sedentary time in a representative sample of the pregnant population in Sweden, and to explore potential effects on gestational age, gestational weight gain, birth weight of the child, mode of delivery, blood loss during delivery/postpartum, self-rated health during pregnancy and risk of pregnancy-induced hypertension and preeclampsia. Methods This was an epidemiological study using data from the prospective, population-based NorthPop study in Northern Sweden and information on pregnancy outcomes from the national Swedish Pregnancy Register (SPR). A questionnaire regarding physical activity and sedentary time during pregnancy was answered by 2203 pregnant women. Possible differences between categories were analyzed using one-way Analysis of variance and Pearson’s Chi-square test. Associations between the level of physical activity/sedentary time and outcome variables were analyzed with univariable and multivariable logistic regression and linear regression. Results Only 27.3% of the included participants reported that they reached the recommended level of physical activity. A higher level of physical activity was associated with a reduced risk of emergency caesarean section, lower gestational weight gain, more favorable self-rated health during pregnancy, and a decreased risk of exceeding the Institute of Medicine’s recommendations regarding gestational weight gain. Higher sedentary time was associated with a non-favorable self-rated health during pregnancy. Conclusions Our study showed that only a minority of pregnant women achieved the recommended level of physical activity, and that higher physical activity and lower sedentary time were associated with improved health outcomes. Encouraging pregnant women to increase their physical activity and decrease their sedentary time, may be important factors to improve maternal and fetal/child health outcomes.

scholarly journals Religiously Conditioned Health Behaviors within Selected Religious Traditions

2022 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 454
Author(s):  
Anna Majda ◽  
Iwona Bodys-Cupak ◽  
Alicja Kamińska ◽  
Marcin Suder ◽  
Zofia Gródek-Szostak
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Health Behaviors ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Religious Commitment ◽  
Health Behaviours ◽  
Educational Interventions ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
High Level

Background: Health is a value of paramount importance for human existence. It has a special place in every religious system, both on the doctrinal and practical levels. Most religions view health as a priority value to be cared for, and require followers of individual religious groups to take care of their physical and mental health, and to maintain a balance between body and spirit. The aim of the study was to verify whether the level of religious commitment significantly influences health behaviors and whether in selected religions the faithful have a different approach to health behaviors. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on a group of 296 people—118 Seventh-day Adventists (SDA), 134 Catholics, and 14 Jews living in southern Poland, and 31 Muslims living in southern and north-eastern Poland. The following research tools were used as part of the diagnostic survey method: a questionnaire survey designed by us; the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ); the Inventory of Health Behaviours (IHB); the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS 10) and anthropometric measurements, physical examination, laboratory tests. Results: Only 75% of Catholics who participated in the study declared a high level of religious commitment. On the other hand, all (100%) of SDA, Jews, and Muslim respondents declared their religious commitment at a high level. SDA were characterized by the most desirable health behaviors on the IHB (high and average levels), especially eating habits. They did not consume alcohol, did not smoke cigarettes. The physical activity of most ADS was high and moderate. Most of the SDA subjects were characterized by an average and low level of stress intensity. The most common correct scores for homocysteine, triglycerides, and CRP were SDA, cholesterol by Jews, glucose by Muslims, and HDL by Catholics. The most common negative results were: homocysteine, glucose and triglycerides among Jews, cholesterol and CRP among Catholics, HDL among Muslims. Optimal blood pressure was most common among Catholics, and hypertension was most often diagnosed among Jews. Most often, Muslims had the correct body weight, and at the same time it was the group of respondents most often diagnosed with obesity. In contrast, underweight was observed only among Catholics. The SDA subjects were most often overweight. Conclusions: The results suggest that public health professionals and nurses should develop culturally specific educational interventions, especially among Catholics.

scholarly journals Perfil antropométrico e estilo de vida em estudantes de enfermagem

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Victor Hugo Martins ◽  
Lucas Monteiro Belfort ◽  
Danyella Evans Melo ◽  
Thaise Araújo Rocha ◽  
Angelly Castro Alencar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
High Blood Pressure ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Disease Process ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Quantitative Descriptive

RESUMO Objetivo: verificar a associação perfil antropométrico, o estilo de vida, o nível de atividade física e a pressão arterial de estudantes de Enfermagem. Método: trata-se de estudo quantitativo, descritivo, epidemiológico transversal, com 109 estudantes. Analisaram-se e se processaram os dados por meio estatístico: análise de variância (ANOVA) com método de regressão logística e o programa estatístico BioEstat 5.3. Apresentaram-se os resultados em tabelas. Resultados: evidenciou-se a prevalência de pressão arterial normal, bem como alto estilo de vida, peso e circunferência da cintura normais, no entanto, observou-se a predominância de hábitos alimentares irregulares e sedentarismo. Revela-se que sujeitos com hábitos alimentares irregulares têm 6,98 mais chances de desenvolver pressão alta do que aqueles com hábitos regulares, e sujeitos sedentários têm 4,27 mais chances de desenvolver pressão alta em relação aos que são fisicamente ativos. Conclusão: percebe-se que os resultados corroboram outros estudos, trazendo à tona a importância primordial da atividade física e hábitos alimentares regulares no processo saúde-doença de qualquer indivíduo, principalmente na luta contra o desenvolvimento de DCNT. Descritores: Enfermagem; Antropometria; Promoção da Saúde; Estilo de Vida; Estudantes de Enfermagem; Doença Crônica.ABSTRACT Objective: to verify the association of the anthropometric profile, the lifestyle, the physical activity level and the blood pressure of nursing students. Method: This is a quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional epidemiological study, with 109 students. Statistical data were analyzed and processed: analysis of variance (ANOVA) with logistic regression method and the statistical program BioEstat 5.3. The results were shown in tables. Results: the prevalence of normal blood pressure and the high lifestyle, weight and waist circumference were evidenced. However, the predominance of irregular eating habits and sedentary lifestyle were observed. Individuals with irregular eating habits are 6.98 times more likely to develop high blood pressure than those with regular habits, and sedentary individuals are 4.27 times more likely to develop high blood pressure than those who are physically active. Conclusion: The results corroborate other studies, highlighting the primary importance of physical activity and regular eating habits in the health-disease process of any individual, especially in the fight against the development of CNCD. Descriptors: Nursing; Anthropometry; Health promotion; Lifestyle; Students, Nursing; Chronic Disease. RESUMEN Objetivo: verificar la asociación del perfil antropométrico, el estilo de vida, el nivel de actividad física y la presión arterial de estudiantes de Enfermería. Método: se trata de un estudio cuantitativo, descriptivo, epidemiológico transversal, con 109 estudiantes. Se analizaron y se procesaron los datos por medio estadístico: análisis de variancia (ANOVA) con método de regresión logística y el programa estadístico BioEstat 5.3. Se presentaron los resultados en tablas. Resultados: se observó la prevalencia de presión arterial normal, así como alto estilo de vida, peso y circunferencia de la cintura normales, sin embargo, se observó la predominancia de hábitos alimentares irregulares y sedentarismo. Se revela que individuos con hábitos alimentares irregulares tienen 6,98 más chances de desarrollar presión alta de lo que aquellos con hábitos regulares, e individuos sedentarios tienen 4,27 más chances de desarrollar presión alta en relación a los que son fisicamente activos. Conclusión: se observa que los resultados corroboran otros estudios, mostrando la importancia primordial de la actividad física y hábitos alimentares regulares en el proceso salud-enfermedad de cualquier individuo, principalmente en la lucha contra el desarrollo de DCNT. Descriptores: Enfermería; Antropometría; Promoción de la Salud; Estilo de Vida; Estudiantes de Enfermería; Enfermedad Crónica.

scholarly journals Medico-Social Significance of Section Caesarea as the Preferred Method for Birth

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Svetlana Radeva
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Woman ◽  
Caesarean Section ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Caesarean Section Rate ◽  
World Health ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Social Significance ◽  
Medical Reason ◽  
Statistical Institute ◽  
Statistical Survey

A caesarean section (CS / SC), also known as a “caesarean section” (C-section; SC), is a surgical procedure in which the birth of a fetus occurs surgically. This procedure is usually used when a normal (vaginal) birth would endanger the life or health of a pregnant woman or a child. According to international medical institutions and WHO the optimal caesarean section rate is between 10% and 15%. The world health organization (WHO) recommends that a caesarean section is performed only on the basis of a valid medical reason. Practice shows that they evaluate cases when a caesarean section is also performed at will (by a pregnant woman) without any medical indications for this. The purpose of this study is to study the attitude of pregnant women to the method of delivery and concious choice in our country. Material and methods: the database of NSI (National statistical Institute) and NHI (National health insurance) was studied, as well as the opinions of 120 pregnant women and 345 women who gave birth. For the needs of the study, a documentary method, a statistical (survey) method, and contextual analysis were used. The study was conducted in August 2019 – May 2020 in the city of Varna.

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