scholarly journals Association of anthropometric measures of obesity and physical activity with cardio-vascular diseases among older adults: Evidence from a cross-sectional survey, 2017–18

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (12) ◽  
pp. e0260148
Author(s):  
Snigdha Banerjee ◽  
Pradeep Kumar ◽  
Shobhit Srivastava ◽  
Adrita Banerjee
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease Risk ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Anthropometric Measures ◽  
Waist Hip Ratio

Background With the increase in elderly population, the risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) among Indian older adults is also increasing. The present paper tries to assess how different anthropometric measures of obesity and physical activity affects cardiovascular disease risk among older adults in India. Methods The data from Longitudinal Ageing Study in India (LASI) has been used. The total sample size for the present study is 31,464 older adults aged 60 years and above. Chi-square test and binary logistic regression has been used to measure the association of obesity measures and CVD prevalence. Results About 35.2% (n = 11,058) of the older adults suffered from CVD. Moreover, 22.2% (n = 6,217) of the older adults were obese/overweight, 23.7% (n = 6,651) had high risk waist circumference and 77.0% (n = 21,593) had high risk waist-Hip ratio. The likelihood of CVD was 60%, 50%, and 34% significantly higher among older adults who were obese/overweight [Adjusted odds ratio (AOR): 1.60; CI: 1.48–1.72], had high risk waist circumference [AOR: 1.50; CI: 1.39–1.62] and high risk waist-Hip ratio [AOR: 1.34; CI: 1.25–1.44], respectively compared to older adults with normal BMI and those who do not have a high risk waist circumference and high risk waist hip ratio. Moreover, older adults who never did physical activity had 22 per cent higher risk of CVD than those who did frequent [AOR: 1.22; CI: 1.13–1.32] physical activity. Conclusion The burden of overweight and obesity along with physical inactivity increases the risk of CVD in older adults. These findings highlight the urgent need for framing direct and indirect strategies to control obesity in order to reduce the burden of CVD among older adults in India.

Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors and Physical Activity Status Among Older Adults, 2001 BRFSS

2004 ◽  
Vol 36 (Supplement) ◽  
pp. S192???S193
Author(s):  
Michelle Renee Umstattd ◽  
Kerry L. McIver ◽  
Sharon Smith ◽  
Katrina D. DuBose ◽  
Barbara E. Ainsworth
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease Risk ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors

scholarly journals The Association of Self-Reported Muscle-Strengthening Activities With Carotid Intima–Media Thickness in Older Adults: Cooper Center Longitudinal Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 (4) ◽  
pp. 534-539
Author(s):  
Joowon Lee ◽  
Baojiang Chen ◽  
Harold W. Kohl ◽  
Carolyn E. Barlow ◽  
Chong Do Lee ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease Risk ◽  
Intima Media Thickness ◽  
Carotid Intima Media Thickness ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Muscle Strengthening ◽  
Media Thickness

The purpose of the current investigation was to examine the cross-sectional associations of participation in muscle-strengthening activities (MSAs) with carotid intima–media thickness (CIMT) among older adults. The data are from 2,557 older adult participants enrolled in an observational cohort who reported no history of cardiovascular disease. MSA was determined using a questionnaire. Carotid ultrasound was performed to measure the CIMT of the common carotid artery bilaterally. Logistic regression models were constructed to estimate the association of MSA with CIMT after adjustment for potential confounders. The participants were aged 68.6 ± 7.0 years, and the majority were male (71.7%) and White (96.5%); 18% had abnormal CIMT. Meeting the physical activity guidelines for MSA was inversely associated with abnormal CIMT after adjustment for age and sex. However, this observed inverse relation became statistically null after further adjustment for cardiovascular disease risk factors, including aerobic physical activity.

scholarly journals Overweight, obesity and physical activity levels in Irish adults: evidence from the North/South Ireland Food Consumption Survey

2002 ◽  
Vol 61 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. N. McCarthy ◽  
M. J. Gibney ◽  
A. Flynn ◽  
M. B. E. Livingstone
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease Risk ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Healthy Weight ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Physical Activity Levels ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity

In the present paper the prevalence of obesity (BMI 30 kg/m2) and current physical activity levels in Irish adults have been evaluated. The prevalence of obesity in Irish adults is currently 18 %, with men at 20 % and women at 16 %. A further 47 % of men and 33 % of women are overweight (BMI 25·0–29·9 kg/m2). Since 1990, obesity has more than doubled in men from 8 % to 20 %, and increased from 13 % to 16 % in women. The highest prevalence of obesity (30 %) was found in women aged 51–64 years. Defined waist circumference action levels identified 48 % of the population who are in need of weight management and who also are at a 1·5–4·5 times increased risk of having at least one cardiovascular disease risk factor. Physical activity levels were low overall. Men were more active in work and recreational pursuits than women, but women were more active in household activities. Walking was the most popular recreational pursuit. However, TV viewing occupied most of the leisure time of men and women. Higher levels of activity were associated with a lower BMI and waist circumference. The results indicate the need for sensitive and individualised strategies to promote physical activity and to achieve a healthy weight status.

scholarly journals Perfil nutricional de colaboradores de uma instituição oncológica

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (35) ◽  
pp. 414-420
Author(s):  
Melissa Sardenberg Rotatori ◽  
Thais Manfrinato Miola ◽  
Fernanda Ramos de Oliveira Pires
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cardiovascular Diseases ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Night Shift ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Cancer Center ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity ◽  
Very High

Introduction: Overweight and obesity are increasing in the world and are related to the development of chronic diseases that can impair personal and professional quality of life. The aim of this study was to track the nutritional profile and lifestyle of employees of an oncology institution. Methods: Prospective, cohort and observational study with 1,776 employees at the A. C. Camargo Cancer Center, in São Paulo (SP). Data were collected from September 2017 to February 2018, through a questionnaire and deferral of weight, height, waist circumference and body mass index (BMI). Results: Forty-two and a half percent of men and 39.1% of women were in excess according to the BMI. The female gender had a higher prevalence of very high risk classification for waist circumference (45.1%). Night shift workers had a higher prevalence of obesity (34.8%) and a very high risk for cardiovascular disease (47.1%) compared to other shifts. Similar situation was observed in employees who work 11 years or more at the institution, where 27.9% are obese and 44.5% are at very high risk for cardiovascular diseases, compared to those who use less time. Only 35.5% of the sample performed physical activity. Conclusion: A high prevalence of obesity and obesity, and risk for cardiovascular diseases, found in the studied population, shows the need and importance of adopting strategies to promote healthier eating habits and physical activity practices.

Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors and Physical Activity Status Among Older Adults, 2001 BRFSS

2004 ◽  
Vol 36 (Supplement) ◽  
pp. S192-S193
Author(s):  
Michelle Renee Umstattd ◽  
Kerry L. McIver ◽  
Sharon Smith ◽  
Katrina D. DuBose ◽  
Barbara E. Ainsworth
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease Risk ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors

scholarly journals Greater central adiposity resulting from increased market integration is associated with elevated C-reactive protein levels in older women from the Republic of Vanuatu

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hayley Mann ◽  
Alysa Pomer ◽  
Kathryn Olszowy ◽  
Cheng Sun ◽  
Harold Silverman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Market Integration ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease Risk ◽  
The Body ◽  
Central Adiposity ◽  
C Reactive Protein ◽  
Anthropometric Measures ◽  
Reactive Protein ◽  
Imported Foods

Objective: We characterized the relationship between circulating C-reactive protein (CRP) levels and nine anthropometric measures of body fat to identify the best anthropometric predictors of CRP in Ni-Vanuatu women. Sample and Methods: Anthropometric data and blood spot samples were collected from sixty-four Ni-Vanuatu female participants (age = 51 +/-11; 35-78 years) on five islands with varying degrees of market integration, cultural change, and obesity. CRP concentration was determined with a high-sensitivity ELISA (hsCRP) assay and then compared to nine different anthropometric measurements.   Results: BMI was significantly correlated with CRP (p=0.047). Among the eight additional anthropometrics, the suprailiac skinfold (p=0.003) and waist-circumference (p=0.009) were better predictors of CRP than BMI. Moreover, our stepwise selection model indicated that the suprailiac skinfold explained ~14% of CRP level variance. Conclusions: The BMI-CRP correlation coefficient for Ni-Vanuatu women falls within the range of previously reported values for East Asian populations with whom they share genetic ancestry. However, the best anthropometric predictors of CRP levels were waist circumference and suprailiac skinfold thickness. These measures capture central adiposity and are more closely associated with elevated CRP level and cardiovascular disease risk than fat distributed elsewhere on the body. Ni-Vanuatu in urban settings with high market integration are at greater risk for obesity, which is associated with elevated CRP levels. However, because nearly all Ni-Vanuatu still retain horticultural knowledge and land ownership, consumption of processed, imported foods is largely determined by degree of market integration and personal choice. Therefore, health interventions focusing on sustainable traditional food practices are feasible.

scholarly journals Risk factors associated with overweight and obesity among reproductive aged females residing in Bharatpur Metropolitan City

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 75-82
Author(s):  
Sadikshya Subedi ◽  
Richa Bhattarai ◽  
Rojina Bista
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Marital Status ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Carbohydrate Intake ◽  
Calorie Intake ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Metropolitan City ◽  
Waist Hip Ratio

Overweight and obesity is becoming one of the major public health problems in developing countries like Nepal. A cross sectional study was conducted to assess the risk factors associated with overweight and obesity among reproductive aged females of 15-49 years residing in Bharatpur metropolitan city. Anthropometric measurement was used to determine Body Mass Index (BMI), Waist Circumference (WC) and Waist Hip Ratio (WHR). Data on socio-demographic, physical activity, dietary and behavioral factors was collected using structured questionnaire. Microsoft excel and SPSS version 20 were used to analyze data and chi square test was performed to analyze the factors associated with BMI, WC and WHR cut-offs. The result of this study revealed that 32.3% of females were overweight and 9.7% of females were obese. Similarly, on the basis of waist circumference 69% of females were abdominally obese and on the basis of waist hip ratio 68% of females were abdominally obese. Mean BMI was found to be 24.1c10.01 kg/m2, waist circumference was found to be 86.41±13.091 cm and waist hip ratio was found to be 0.89±0.108. This study shows that age, marital status, parity, stress, sleeping time, calorie intake, carbohydrate intake, physical activity and fruits consumption were found to be significantly associated (P<0.05) with overweight and obesity. Age, marital status, parity, calorie intake, fat intake, physical activity and fruits consumption were found to have significant association (P<0.05) with waist circumference. Similarly, age, marital status, parity, cloth wear, calorie intake, carbohydrate intake and physical activity were found to be significant predictors (P<0.05) of WHR in the study. The findings show a clear evidence of the rising trends of overweight and obesity among reproductive aged female. Overall this study indicate that efforts should be made to address the problem of overweight and obesity, by addressing the factors associated and minimize its consequences

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