scholarly journals Comparative Study of Dietary Nutrition Index of Players of Sports Authority of India (SAI) and Tribal Schools of Kanker Chhattisgarh India

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 300-307
Author(s):  
Rashmi Singh ◽  
Vasu Verma ◽  
Aniksha Varoda ◽  
Reeta Venugopal
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Nutritional Assessment ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Dietary Requirement ◽  
Dietary Index ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Status ◽  
And Training ◽  
Ideal Method ◽  
Dietary Nutrition

Nutritional assessment of the adolescent is very important, as it provides the status of health. Calculating Dietary Nutrition Index (DNI) is an ideal method to the study nutritional status of any population. In the present study dietary index of the players who are studying in tribal schools of Chhattisgarh and players who are residing in urban area and training under Sports Authority of India was assessed. Total of 200 subjects aged between 14 to 17 years participated in this study. Descriptive statistics and ANOVA were used to compare the nutritional status of different groups. The result of the study revealed that DNI of tribal boys and girls and SAI girls is inadequate. Further it was found that there was a significant difference between the groups. SAI boys and girls showed better values as compared to tribal boys and girls. It is suggested that intervention to meet the dietary requirement of the players should be planned for optimal performance.

scholarly journals Association between Nutritional Status Determined By Mini Nutritional Assessment and Serum Marker Levels in Older Adults at Eldercare Facilities

2015 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Angel G Hilerio Lopez
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Nutritional Assessment ◽  
Mini Nutritional Assessment ◽  
Serum Marker ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mean Values ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Mean

Malnutrition in the older adult is an ongoing situation in Mexico and is most apparent in individuals that reside in hospitals, nursing homes, and retirement homes. For that reason, it is necessary to evaluate the nutritional status of these adults by means of the Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA) and levels of three serum indicators that are commonly ordered when making malnutrition diagnosis. An analytical cross-sectional study was carried out on 100 older adults residing in eldercare facilities. Nutritional status was evaluated by means of the MNA and three serum indicators (albumin, ferritin, and hemoglobin). Descriptive statistics were used to analyze sociodemographic characteristics, and a Student’s t test, based on gender and reference values, was used to compare mean values of the three serum indicators.  A Chi-square test was used to compare proportions in individuals, based on gender, who had normal nutritional status or were malnourished, and who were at-risk of malnutrition.  A One-way ANOVA with Scheffé post hoc test was used to identify the association between serum indicators and nutritional status of older adults. Of the 100 older adults studied, 53% were men and 47% were women. The mean age was 85±0.7 years. According to the MNA, 20% had normal nutritional status, 55% were at-risk of malnutrition, and 25% were malnourished. The mean indicator values were: albumin 4.7±0.04 g/dL, ferritin 74.2±8.7 ng/mL, and hemoglobin 13.0±0.1 g/dL. No significant association was found between serum indicators and each MNA classification; however, when the same indicators were compared between the sexes, hemoglobin showed a significant difference (P=0.037). Women had lower values but those values did not extend beyond the established physiological range for this population. There was a 55% prevalence of risk of malnutrition in the nutritional status of older adults living in Mexican eldercare facilities in a Mexican province and it was even more frequent in women. 

Examining the Role Clarity, Ability, and Training Needs of Paraeducators Supporting Students With Disabilities in Physical Education Settings

2022 ◽  
Vol 79 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tim G. Swenson ◽  
Justin A. Haegele
Keyword(s):  
Physical Education ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Students With Disabilities ◽  
Training Needs ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Physical Educators ◽  
Role Clarity ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
And Training

Paraeducators are often utilized in physical education environments to assist instructors as well as students with disabilities; however, there is little research on the utilization of these professionals within this setting. This study explored paraeducators’ perceived roles and competencies in physical education from the perspectives of both paraeducators and physical educators. This study was conducted with physical educators and paraeducators serving as participants and completing a content-validated survey on the various roles typically assumed by paraeducators when assisting in physical education classes. Data were analyzed via descriptive statistics and t tests, and differences between physical educators and paraeducators were identified. Results indicated these key findings: (1) There was a significant difference in the perception of role clarity of paraeducators between participant groups, (2) there was a significant difference in the perception of role ability of paraeducators between participant groups, and (3) there was not a significant difference between groups in terms of the training needs of paraeducators specific to physical education. Using the results of this study, physical educators and paraeducators can work together to provide the best learning environment possible within physical education for students with disabilities and within the working environment for both physical educators and paraeducators.

scholarly journals Effects of Polypharmacy on Appetite and Malnutrition Risk Among Institutionalized Lebanese Older Adults - Preliminary Results

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 69-69
Author(s):  
Berna Rahi ◽  
Tracy Daou ◽  
Nour Gereige ◽  
Yara Issa ◽  
Yara Moawad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Nursing Homes ◽  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Nutritional Assessment ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Significant Risk ◽  
Nursing Home Residents ◽  
Mini Nutritional Assessment ◽  
Significant Difference

Abstract Objectives We aimed to assess the polypharmacy effect on appetite and malnutrition risk among Lebanese nursing home residents. We hypothesized that polypharmacy will be associated to lower appetite and increased of malnutrition. Methods A cross-sectional pilot study was carried out in two nursing homes in the North-Lebanon region. Fifty-three older adults (OA) aged 60 and above were recruited and were interviewed face-to-face. A general questionnaire was administered to gather information about their socio-demographics, dietary habits and physical activity routine. Appetite was evaluated by the Simplified Nutritional Appetite Questionnaire (SNAQ) validated for use with nursing homes residents. The participants' nutritional status was assessed using the Short Form of the Mini-Nutritional Assessment (MNA-SF). Polypharmacy was determined if OA were taking 5 or more medications. Information about attitudes towards the use, the number and the cost of medications was also collected. Differences in SNAQ and MNA scores based on polypharmacy were tested using Independent t-tests. Logistic regression was performed to assess the association between polypharmacy and nutritional status after adjusting for several factors. Results Our sample constituted of 49.1% females with an average age of 67.6 ± 3.8 and BMI of 22.3 ± 1.7 kg/m2. The majority were widowed (79.2%) and had a low level of education (85% elementary education). Regarding the MNA scores, 33% had a normal nutritional status while 59% were at risk of malnutrition and 8% were malnourished, with an average MNA score of 10.1 ± 2.2. The average SNAQ score was 11.0 ± 3.3, with 85% scoring ≤14, indicating an significant risk of at least 5% weight loss withing 6 months. Regarding medication use, 50.9% of OA take at least 5 drugs/d with an average of 4.3 ± 2 drugs. Independent t-tests showed that MNA scores were significantly lower in those taking 5 drugs/d vs those taking less (9.4 ± 2.5 vs 10.8 ± 1.6, P = .024) while no significant difference was observed for SNAQ scores (10.3 ± 2.9 vs 11.6 ± 3.6, P = .13). Logistic regressions did not show any significant association between polypharmacy and MNA or SNAQ categories. Conclusions Lower MNA scores were observed in OA taking ≥5 drugs/d indicating a higher risk of malnutrition with polypharmacy. This is significant since malnutrition can further worsen the aging process. Funding Sources N/A.

scholarly journals COMPARISON OF NUTRITIONAL STATUS OF DOCTORS IN SERVICES HOSPITALS WITH THAT OF EQUIVALENT SOCIAL STRATA IN RELATION TO THEIR EATING HABITS AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

2021 ◽  
Vol 71 (6) ◽  
pp. 2015-18
Author(s):  
Asif Mumtaz Sukhera ◽  
Rukhsana Roshan ◽  
Sadia Sajjad ◽  
Sarah Tanvir ◽  
Syed Fawad Mashhadi
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Dietary Patterns ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Nutritional Assessment ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Activity Patterns ◽  
Military Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Difference

Objective: To compare the nutritional status of doctors and non-doctors in relation to their eating habits and physical activity Study Design: Cross sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: Combined Military Hospital/Military Hospital Rawalpindi, from Sep 2018 to Mar 2019. Methodology: Anthropometric measurements like weight for age, height for age, weight according to height along with BMI were used as indicators of nutritional status. Data collection tool was built upon food frequency questionnaire and comprised of sociodemographic variables followed by major portions related to general health of respondents, nutritional assessment, dietary patterns and physical activity. Results: Out of 200 respondents, 100 were physicians working in services hospitals of Army while rest hundred were serving officers non-doctors of similar social status. Mean age of the participants was 35.00 ± 7.57 years. There was no significant difference between self-perceived health status of both groups (p>0.05). Dietary habits of physicians were significantly healthy as compared to their counterparts (p=0.01) while physical activity patterns were better amongst non-doctors (p=0.001). Physicians had unhealthy dietary habits, but intake was bit less and cautious as compared to their counterpart group. Conclusion: Doctors have better dietary patterns, but worse physical activity practices as compared to individuals with similar social strata. Risk factors and nutritional indicators were not different for both groups.

scholarly journals Establishment of Z score reference of growth parameters for Egyptian school children and adolescents aged from 5 to 19 years: a cross sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali M El-Shafie ◽  
Fady M. El-Gendy ◽  
Dalia M. Allahony ◽  
Zein A Omar ◽  
Mohamed A. Samir ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Children And Adolescents ◽  
School Children ◽  
Nutritional Assessment ◽  
Growth Parameters ◽  
Healthy Children ◽  
Z Score ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Egyptian Children ◽  
Significant Difference

Abstract Background:Growth charts are an important method for evaluating a child's health, growth and nutritional status.Objective:To establish Lambda – Mu- Sigma (LMS) and Z score references for assessment of growth and nutritional status in Egyptian school children and adolescents.Methods:A total of 34,822 Egyptian school children and adolescents from 5 to 19 years were enrolled in a cross sectional randomized study from December 2017 to November 2019 to create LMS and Z score references for weight, height and body mass index (BMI) corresponding to ages. They were selected from different districts in Egypt. Apparent Healthy children with good nutritional history and not suffering from any chronic diseases were included in the study.Results:Egyptian children of both sexes (54.3% boys and 45.7 % girls) from 5 to 19 years old were studied. Then LMS and Z scores for weight for age, height for age, BMI for age of both sexes were represented in detailed tables and graphs. There was no statistically significant difference between the Egyptian Z score charts and the reference values of WHO for weight, height and BMI corresponding to age (P>0.05).Conclusion: This is the first national reference for growth and nutritional assessment using LMS and Z score charts in Egyptian school children and adolescents, this tool is essential for healthcare and research.Key words: Adolescent - Egyptian Z score -Growth parameters- Nutritional status-School children

scholarly journals IDENTIFIKASI STATUS NUTRISI DAN RESIKO MALNUTRISI PADA LANJUT USIA DI PANTI SOSIAL TRESNA WERDHA MINAULA KOTA KENDARI

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 93
Author(s):  
Nurfantri Nurfantri ◽  
Dian Yuniar
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Nutritional Assessment ◽  
Mini Nutritional Assessment ◽  
Social Institutions ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Social Institution ◽  
Pattern Processing ◽  
The Status ◽  
Good Nutrition

ABSTRAKDi Indonesia pada tahun 2013, persentase penduduk lanjut usia mencapai 8,9% dari jumlah penduduk sebesar 250 juta jiwa. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui status nutrisi pada lanjut usia di Panti Sosial Tresna Werdha Minaula Kota Kendari tahun 2016. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di Panti Sosial Tresna Werdha Minaula Kota Kendari mulai tanggal 24 Mei sampai 30 Mei 2016.Metode penelitian yaitu penelitian survei deskriptif. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh lanjut usia yang berada di Panti Sosial Tresna Werdha Minaula Kota Kendari sebanyak 95 orang. Sampel penelitian berjumlah 56 orang dengan teknik pengambilan sampel yaitu total sampling. Hasil penelitian untuk status nutrisi lanjut usia yaitu pada status gizi normal yaitu 34 orang (60,7%), pada status gizi kurang yaitu 21 orang (37,5%), dan pada status gizi lebih yaitu 1 orang (1,8%). Resiko malnutrisi lanjut usia berdasarkan Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA) yaitu pada nutrisi baik yaitu 22 orang (39,3%), pada status resiko malnutrisi yaitu 33 orang (58,9%), dan pada malnutrisi yaitu 1 orang (1,8%). Diharapkan pengelola panti agar selalu memperhatikan status gizi pada lanjut usia yang ada di panti sehingga dapat terpenuhi nutrisi yang tepat bagi para lanjut usia. Penelitian selanjutnya di harapkan agar mengembangkan penelitian serupa dengan variabel-variabel lain yang relevan diataranya penurunan fungsi organ dan pemenuhan gizi lanjut usia, pola pengolahan gizi lanjut usia,gangguan fungsional dan penyakit terhadap gizi lanjut usia.Kata-kata kunci: status nutrisi, MNA, IMT, lanjut usia. ABSTRACTIn Indonesia in 2013 reached 8.9% of the total population of 250 million inhabitants. The purpose of this study was to determine the nutritional status of the elderly in Social Institutions Tresna Werdha Minaula Kendari City in 2016. The research was conducted in Social Institutions Tresna Werdha Minaula Kendari City starting on May 24 until May 30, 2016. The method used in this study is survey descriptive . The population in this study were all elderly residing in Tresna Elderly Social Institution Minaula Kendari many as 95 people. These samples included 56 people with a sampling technique that total sampling. Results of research on the nutritional status of the elderly are  the normal nutritional status to 34 persons (60.7%), the malnutrition status is 21 people (37.5%), and the nutritional status of more that 1 (1.8%). Risk of malnutrition elderly by the Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA) is on good nutrition that 22 (39.3%), on the status of risk of malnutrition is 33 people (58.9%), and the malnutrition that is 1 (1.8%) , Carers are expected to always pay attention to the nutritional status of the elderly in nursing so that it can be fulfilled proper nutrition for the elderly. Future studies are expected to develop similar research with other variables relevant,  such decreased organ function and nutrition of elderly, elderly nutrition pattern processing, functional disorders and diseases of the elderly nutrition.Keywords: nutritional status, MNA, BMI, elderly.

scholarly journals Dysphagia and its relation with nutritional status and calorie/protein intake in the elderly

Revista CEFAC ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura Mata de Lima Silva ◽  
Cybelle Rolim de Lima ◽  
Daniele Andrade da Cunha ◽  
Luciana Gonçalves de Orange
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Elderly People ◽  
Protein Intake ◽  
Nutritional Assessment ◽  
Mini Nutritional Assessment ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Oral Feeding ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Comparison Results ◽  
Significant Difference

ABSTRACT Purpose: to evaluate the nutritional status associated with dysphagia, and compare the calorie and protein intake of dysphagic elderly patients to that of non dysphagic ones, during hospitalization. Methods: this is a cross-sectional study with elderly people ranging from 60 to 80 years old admitted as inpatients in a medical and neurological clinic of a public hospital. They formed two groups, according to the presence of dysphagia: dysphagic and non dysphagic ones. The inclusion criteria were: dysphagia secondary to stroke and exclusive oral feeding. Anthropometric measurements and the Mini-Nutritional Assessment (MNA) were applied. The 24-hour recall was used to analyze food consumption. The statistical analysis used the Fisher's exact test for the association of variables, and the Mann-Whitney test, for their comparison. Results: a total of 12 elderly people participated, whose mean age was 70.50 ± 7.77 years in the dysphagia group (n = 6), and 72.67 ± 5.01 years in the non dysphagia group (n = 6).There was an association between the presence of dysphagia and the risk of malnutrition, according to MNA (p = 0.028). No significant difference in calorie and protein intake was seen between the groups. The group with dysphagia had a lower water intake as compared to the non dysphagia group (p = 0.045). Conclusion: dysphagia was associated with the risk of malnutrition and lower fluid intake in dysphagic patients, thus, increasing their risk of dehydration.

Oral Health Status in Relation to Nutritional Status among 9 years old school Children in Dewanyiah City/Iraq

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 80
Author(s):  
Dr. Zahraa Ali Al-Awadi ◽  
Dr. Baydaa Hussien Hussien
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Caries ◽  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Health Condition ◽  
Primary Dentition ◽  
Anthropometric Measurement ◽  
Oral Diseases ◽  
Gingival Health ◽  
Significant Difference

Background: Although they are not life threatening, dental caries and periodontaldisease are the most predominant and widely spread oral diseases throughout theworld. The aims of the study included the investigation of the prevalence andseverity of dental caries, gingivitis and dental plaque in relation to gender,furthermore, nutritional status was assessed in relation to oral health condition(dental caries).Materials and Methods: This oral health survey was conducted among primaryschool children aged 9 years old in Dewanyiah city in Iraq. The total samplecomposed of 600 child (320 males and 280 females) selected randomly fromdifferent school in Dewanyiah city. Diagnosis of dental caries was according tothe criteria described by WHO (1987). Plaque index of Silness and Loe (1964)was used for plaque assessment, gingival index of Loe and Silness (1963) wasfollowed for recording gingival health condition. Nutritional status was assessedaccording to body mass index (BMI) indicator using anthropometric measurement(height and weight).Results: Results showed that the prevalence of dental caries was 85% for 9 year-oldschool children. Regarding primary and permanent dentition, dental caries washigher among females compared to males with statistically significant difference(P<0.05) for primary dentition, on the other hand, males showed higher values offilled surfaces compared to females with statistically significant difference(P<0.05) for primary dentition and highly significant difference (P<0.01) forpermanent dentition. Finding of this study revealed that 100% of the children hadgingival inflammation. Furthermore, the values of plaque and gingival indiceswere higher among males compared to females with statistically highly significantdifferences (P<0.01). In current study, the prevalence of malnutrition described bythe BMI indicator was 5.3%. For total samples no significant difference wasrecorded in dmfs /DMFS values among wasting and well nourished children(P>0.05).Conclusion: A high prevalence of dental caries and gingivitis were recorded.Improvement in the prevention educational programs is needed among schoolchildren.

IMPACT ASSESSMENT OF AGRICULTURAL TRANSFORMATION PROJECT ON PRODUCTIVITY AND POVERTY AMONG RICE FARMERS IN KANO STATE, NIGERIA.

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 392-400
Author(s):  
O. S. Balogun ◽  
M. A. Damisa ◽  
O. Yusuf ◽  
O. L. Balogun
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Method ◽  
Insect Pests ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Average Treatment Effect ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Rice Farmers ◽  
Agricultural Transformation ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Late Model

The study was carried out to examine the effect of agricultural transformation on the beneficiary’s productivity and poverty of rice farmers in Kano State Nigeria. A multi-stage sampling method was employed to select 571 respondents for the study. Data were collected through structured questionnaires on respondent’s income, input and output quantities as well as their expenditures. Data were analysis using descriptive statistics, Foster-Greer-Thorbecke (FGT), Propensity score matching and LATE model. Results from the study shows that respondents productivity revealed a significant difference of about 127 kg/ha in rice productivity between participants and non-participants. Also, the LATE estimates revealed an average treatment effect ATE0 of about 222.98kg/ha. Furthermore, the project had a significant effect N11, 321.4 on the participant’s consumption expenditure than the non-participants N9980.60. Moreover, participants were, able to increase their household total expenditures by N34780 per annum. Fluctuations of input/output prices insect pests and inadequate extension visits were all the major constraints faced by the farmers. It was recommended that farmers’ information and sensitization system should be overhauled and improved. Also, attention should be given to well organize extension visits for the farmers from stake holders

The Status of Noise Pollution in the Major Traffic Intersections of Khulna Metropolitan City in Bangladesh and its Possible Effect on Noise-Exposed People

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Aliza Sultana ◽  
Ashok Kumar Paul ◽  
Meher Un Nessa
Keyword(s):  
Noise Level ◽  
Noise Pollution ◽  
Pressure Level ◽  
Pollution Level ◽  
Metropolitan City ◽  
Mixed Area ◽  
Commercial Area ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Traffic Intersections ◽  
The Status

This study was conducted in the Khulna metropolitan city to determine the status of noise pollution at major traffic intersections and assess the possible effect of noise on regular noise afflicted people. For this research, five busiest roadways and traffic intersections; two mixed zone and three commercial zones were selected purposively and 'ST-8850 Sound Level Meter' was used to record the noise pressure level. Average noise pressure level and some noise parameters (Leq, L10, L50, L90, and Lnp) were measured at different shifts in each location both on working days and holidays. The result evidently specified that noise level in all major traffic circles of Khulna metropolitan city was much higher than the recommended threshold of acceptable noise level set by the Department of Environment (DOE) of Bangladesh. It was observed that the mixed area (Sonadanga, Gollamari) tends to have a higher average noise level than those of the commercial area (Shibbari, Notunrasta, Dakbangla). The noise pollution level (Lnp) in mixed areas varied from 92.77 dB (A) to 104.74 dB(A) on working days and 86.9 dB(A) to 105.5 dB(A) on holidays. On working days, the highest Leq was observed 92.65 ± 4.15 dB(A) in Sonadanga (mixed area), whereas the lowest was 85.13 ± 2.83 dB(A) in Dakbangla (commercial area). However, on holidays the highest level of Leq was found 90.41 ± 2.25 dB(A) in Sonadanga, while the lowest levels were 80.43 ± 3.20 dB(A) in Dakbangla. One-way ANOVA with LSD post-hoc test results illustrated that on working days there was a significant difference between the noise pollution levels (NPL) in different shifts of day time (F = 8.412, p < .05). The respondents of the study area addressed that they were the most affected by annoyance (70%), headache (62%), and hearing loss (46%) due to regular exposure to the traffic noise. Therefore, it is recommended to enhance awareness regarding the cause and effect of noise pollution among the noise producers and oppressed people. Subsequently, administrative measures have to take to attenuate noise pollution and indemnify the quality health of the citizens.

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