A brief educational intervention on the consumption of fruits and vegetables and physical activity improves healthy habits in university students

Abstract Background The aim of this study was to determine the nutritional status and physical activity of 70 university students before and after an educational intervention consisting of World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations on fruit and vegetable consumption and physical activity. Methods The nutritional diagnosis was carried out by measuring body composition using anthropometric measurements. A survey was also carried out on the consumption of fruit and vegetables and the time involved in regular physical activity per week. The physical condition of participants was evaluated using the Harvard step test. One year after the intervention, the participants were invited back for a second assessment using the same tools as previously.Results The results showed that the intervention had a positive effect on healthy lifestyle habits since they increased the percentage of compliance with the recommendations of physical activity, by 16% in men and 9% in women. In addition, the intake of fruits and vegetables increased by 14% and 12% respectively. Conclusions It was concluded that these improvements, although discrete and far from reaching the recommendations proposed by WHO, provide a basis for designing and implementing strategies that increase the percentage of adherence to healthy living habits through low-cost and easy to adopt interventions.

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Consumption and Preferences of Fruits and Vegetables in Turkish Adults

Proceedings of The Nutrition Society ◽

10.1017/s0029665120005534 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 79 (OCE2) ◽

Author(s):

Hilal Hizli Güldemir ◽

Neda Yousefirad ◽

Cansu Akman ◽

Fatma Elif Sezer ◽

Havvanur Yoldas Ilktac ◽

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Keyword(s):

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Vegetable Intake ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

World Health ◽

Face To Face ◽

Interview Method ◽

Geographical Regions ◽

Dried Fruit ◽

Health Organization ◽

Vegetables And Fruits

AbstractHigh fruit and vegetable intake is associated with reduced risk of future chronic diseases. This study aimed to evaluate the consumption of fruits and vegetables in adults living in Turkey.The study was performed with selected by random sampling method on total of 7693 individuals, who lives in different geographical regions in Turkey. The research data were obtained through a questionnaire applied in face-to-face interview method in June-September 2017. In the study the consumption status, preferences and daily amount of vegetables and fruits were questioned; height, body weight and Body Mass Index (BMI) were evaluated. Statistical analyzes were performed with SPSS 22.0 program.33.2% of the participants were male; 66.8% are female. The mean age of the subjects was 34.8 ± 13.2 years and BMI was 25.3 ± 5.0 kg / m2. According to the World Health Organization, 5.1% of individuals were lean, 46.7% were normal, 30.9% were slightly obese and 17.2% were obese. 95.5% of individuals reported that they consume vegetables and 96.5% of them consume fruits. In vegetable consumption preferences, it was determined that 62.9% of the individuals consumed raw vegetables every day, 80.4% of cooked with meat dishes, 85.0% of cooked meatless dishes, and 59.0% of them consumed as roasted at least once a week. Boiled and steamed vegetables are preferred rarely. In fruit consumption preferences, it was found that 58.7% of the individuals consumed fresh fruits every day, 40.9% of dried fruit, 17.0% of compote and 28.0% of fruit juice at least once a week. BMI was found to be significantly higher in individuals who did not consume vegetables and fruits (p < 0.05).Although the majority of the individuals reported that they consumed vegetables and fruits in general, the BMI of 48.1% was above normal. Informative studies are needed to increase the amount and variety of consumption of vegetables and fruits in Turkish adults.

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Implementation of the EIRA 3 Intervention by Targeting Primary Health Care Practitioners: Effectiveness in Increasing Physical Activity

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph181910537 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 18 (19) ◽

pp. 10537

Author(s):

Sara Contreras-Martos ◽

Alfonso Leiva ◽

Álvaro Sanchez ◽

Emma Motrico ◽

Juan Bellón ◽

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Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Transtheoretical Model ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Intervention Group ◽

Health Behavior Change ◽

World Health ◽

Control Group ◽

Community Resources ◽

Multiple Health Behavior Change ◽

Health Organization

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that physical inactivity (PI) is responsible for 20 to 30% of all non-communicable diseases. We aimed to analyze the effectiveness of a multiple health behavior change (MHBC) intervention to increase physical activity (PA) in patients 45 to 75 years old who had at least 2 of 3 unhealthy behaviors (tobacco use, reduced fruit and vegetable consumption, and insufficient PA). The MHBC intervention is based on the Transtheoretical Model and the conceptual framework of the “5 A’s” and includes an individually tailored intervention, group sessions, and the use of community resources. We included 3062 participants, 1481 in the intervention group and 1581 in the control group. After 12 months, there were no differences in PA intensity measured by metabolic_equivalent_of_task_minutes/week (adjusted mean difference: 284.093, 95% CI: −298.24, 866.42) nor in the proportion of participants who increased PA levels to moderate or high (OR: 1.02, 95% CI: 0.85, 1.23; p = 0.822), and no differences in blood pressure, weight loss, or waist circumference. We found an increased proportion of patients in the intervention group who followed the WHO recommendations for PA (OR: 1.29; 95% CI: 1.04, 1.60; p = 0.02). We concluded that the intervention did not lead to a significant increase in PA.

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Estilo de vida en adultos jóvenes universitarios de Barranquilla, Colombia. Diferencias según sexo y estatus socioeconómico (Lifestyle of university students from Barranquilla, Colombia. Differences according sex and socioeconomic status)

Retos ◽

10.47197/retos.v43i0.87335 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 43 ◽

pp. 979-987

Author(s):

Yisel Pinillos Patiño ◽

Enny Oviedo Argumedo ◽

Roberto Rebolledo Cobos ◽

Yaneth Herazo Beltrán ◽

Patricia Valencia Fontalvo ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Socioeconomic Status ◽

University Students ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Well Being ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

University Environment ◽

The University

El estilo de vida es concebido como un comportamiento cotidiano y que permanece en el tiempo, el cual evidencia los patrones individuales de conducta de una persona; además, y está determinado por factores sociales, culturales y personales. La etapa universitaria se constituye en este sentido, en una oportunidad para promover la modificación de hábitos por conductas saludables. El objetivo del estudio fue determinar los estilos de vida en estudiantes universitarios y las diferencias según el sexo y el estatus socioeconómico. Se realizó un estudio cuantitativo, descriptivo de corte transversal con 508 universitarios a quienes se les aplicó una encuesta auto administrada sobre sus condiciones sociodemográficas, mientras que los estilos de vida fueron evaluados mediante el cuestionario de Perfil del Estilo de Vida de Pender II (PEVP-II). Se observó que solo el 24,02% (n=122) de la muestra controla frecuentemente los niveles de azúcares y de grasas el 21,85% (n=111), en su alimentación; más del 20% (n=102) no realiza actividad física, entre el 20 (n=102) y 30% (n=152) no regulan los azúcares o incluyen frutas y vegetales en sus dietas; los promedios inferiores al 60%(n=305) en los factores asociados contemplados en el estudio, infieren que los encuestados no mantienen un estilo de vida saludable. En el período de la vida universitaria, el estilo de vida está influenciado por cambios de comportamientos asociados a la formación personal, al entorno familiar y al contexto cultural y social en que desarrolla cada individuo. Los bajos niveles de práctica de actividad física y la presencia de hábitos considerados riesgosos en la dimensión nutricional, pueden estar relacionados con los estilos de vida, y propiciar el desarrollo de enfermedades no transmisibles que conllevan a incrementar la morbilidad y mortalidad en las etapas del curso de la vida del ser humano. Abstract. Lifestyles are everyday behaviors that show an individual's way of life and are usually maintained over time. The university stage is an important period to establish healthy habits for the rest of life. The objective of the study was to determine the lifestyles of university students and the differences according to sex and socioeconomic status. A cross-sectional study was carried out in 508 university students to whom a self-administered survey was applied on their sociodemographic conditions, while their lifestyles were evaluated using the PEVP-II questionnaire. It was observed that only 24.02% of the sample frequently controlled the levels of sugars and fats, 21.85%, in their diet; more than 20% do not perform physical activity, between 20 and 30% do not regulate sugars or include fruits and vegetables in their diets; the averages lower than 60% in the associated factors contemplated in the study, infer that the respondents do not maintain a healthy lifestyle. Finally, it is concluded that low levels of physical activity practice and the presence of habits considered risky in the nutritional dimension, may be related to lifestyles, making this identification in the university environment can help decision-making for design of intervention strategies supported in the well-being of students.

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RISIKO PENYEBAB TERJADINYA HIPERTENSI DI DESA BUNGA PUTIH KECAMATAN MARANGKAYU KABUPATEN KUTAI KARTANEGARA

KESMAS UWIGAMA: Jurnal Kesehatan Masyarakat ◽

10.24903/kujkm.v3i1.330 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 3 (1) ◽

pp. 19

Author(s):

Muhammad Rizky Permana

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

White Flower ◽

Rank Test ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Independent Variables ◽

The Village ◽

Reducing Stress

Results Health Research shows Kalimantan Timur Indonesia was ranked third in Indonesia in the amount of the highest prevalence of hypertension of 29.9%.Data from the health center in 2013 Marangkayu hypertension increased by 21% to 35% in 2015.This study aims to determine the cause of the risk of hypertension in the village of White Flower Marangkayu District of Kutai regency in 2016. The study design used is case control study.The sample in this study were 80 people.The dependent variable studied is hypertension, independent variables studied were Sodium, Fat, Fruit and Vegetable Consumption, Water, Physical Activity, Smoking and Stress with data analysis and the Spearman rank test OR. Concluded associated with hypertension are sodium (p = 0.039 and OR = 2.636), physical activity (p = 0.034 and OR = 2.816), smoking (p = 0.025 and OR = 2.810), and stress (p = 0.045 and OR = 2,500 ).And unrelated is fat (p = 0.816 and OR = 1.118), fruits and vegetables (p = 0.346 and OR = 0.632), and water (p = 0.505 and OR = 0.630). Based on these results concluded that sodium, physical activity, smoking and stress are risk factors associated with hypertension.While the consumption of fats, fruits and vegetables, and water is not a factor associated with hypertension.Suggested to White Flower villagers to change their healthy lifestyle like berolahrga, reduce the consumption of salty foods and cholesterol, not smoking, and reducing stress.

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Benefits of physical activity on elderly

Mexican Journal of Medical Research ◽

10.29057/mjmr.v9i18.5714 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 9 (18) ◽

pp. 25-33

Author(s):

Esther Lizbeth Islas-Cruz

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Physical Activity ◽

Old Age ◽

Healthy Aging ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Muscle Tone ◽

The Elderly ◽

World Health ◽

Health Organization

Introduction: The increase in the Elderly population as the main characteristic of the demographic transition brings with it multiple challenges for public health. As part of the public politics of the World Health Organization (WHO) on healthy aging, Physical Activity (PA) is relevant, being the subject of multiple studies about its benefits on the quality of life of older people. The adoption of a healthy lifestyle at an early age and even in old age, which includes PA, favors the quality of life of the subjects and a healthy aging. Method: This article is a systematic review of the Pubmed, Google Schoolar, Elsevier, Scielo and Redalyc index. Using the keywords, 132 related articles were found, however, according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 120 articles were discarded, leaving 12 studies for review. Results: 72% of the studies showed benefits at a physical level: PA in old age improves strength, balance, flexibility and muscle tone. It is also related to a significant reduction in arterial stiffness. 11% of the investigations refer to improvements in the psychoemotional sphere: PA generates positive feelings such as happiness or good self-perception. And 17% of the articles focused on quality of life: PA favors the perception of better quality of life. Conclusion: Physical activity improves health in the physical, mental and social spheres of older adults, improving their quality of life and promoting healthy aging.

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Knowledge, Attitudes and Behavior Regarding Healthy Lifestyle and Cancer Prevention Among Romanian University Students

Journal of Global Oncology ◽

10.1200/jgo.18.72400 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 4 (Supplement 2) ◽

pp. 17s-17s

Author(s):

L.M. Lotrean

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

University Students ◽

Cancer Prevention ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Red Meat ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Healthy Lifestyle Promotion ◽

And Behavior ◽

Attitudes And Behavior

Background: Healthy lifestyle promotion represents an important component of cancer prevention. The habits formed during youth have short term and long term influences on health promotion and disease prevention, while it is very probable that they will continue also during adulthood. Aim: The aim of this study is the assessment of knowledge, attitudes and behavior related to healthy lifestyle and cancer prevention among Romanian university students. Methods: A cross sectional study was performed in 2017 among 400 university students from the 4 main universities from Cluj-Napoca, a big university city situated in northwest Romania. It used anonymous questionnaires which investigated several issues related to smoking, nutritional habits, physical activity and weight management of students. Results: More than 80% of the students were aware about the relationship between the risk for cancer and smoking as well as physical activity related activity. Two thirds of the students knew the effect on cancer risk of overweight and consumption of fruits and vegetables, while one third were aware of the effects of red meat consumption. One out of five students were overweight or obese, while 37% were smokers (smoked in the last month). The majority did not meet the recommendations of eating 400 g of fruits and vegetables daily, while almost one third declared eating more than 500 g of red meat weekly. Conclusion: Future studies should focus on development, implementation and evaluation of educational programs for healthy lifestyle promotion and cancer prevention among Romanian university students.

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Determinants of Overweight and Obesity Among Adolescent Students in Public Secondary Schools in Kwara State, Nigeria

Current Research in Nutrition and Food Science Journal ◽

10.12944/crnfsj.4.2.03 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 4 (2) ◽

pp. 96-106 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

O. J Lateef ◽

E Njogu ◽

F. Kiplamai ◽

U. S Haruna ◽

R. A Lawal

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Public Schools ◽

Secondary Schools ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Overweight And Obesity ◽

Activity Level ◽

World Health ◽

Obesity Prevalence ◽

Adolescent Students ◽

Health Organization

Adolescents and childhood overweight and obesity have been observed as one of the serious public health challenges of the 21st century by World Health Organization. This study identified the determinants of overweight and obesity among adolescents in public schools in Kwara state, Nigeria. Multistage and stratified sampling techniques were used to randomly select 515 participants which comprised of 343 girls and 172 boys aged (10-19) years in 8 public secondary schools from 32 schools in 2 zonal inspectorate divisions. Data was collected using modified Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) and Physical Activity Questionnaire for Adolescents (PAQ-A). Digital bathroom scale and stadiometer were used to measure weight and height of the participants. (SPSS, Version 20) and WHO Anthroplus were used to analyze the data Overall prevalence of overweight is (4.7%) and obesity (0.2%), while prevalence for male and female overweight (0.6%, 6.7%) and obesity (0%, 0.3%) respectively. Calculated mean BMI for age of the participants was (19.72± 2.62) kg/m2. Overweight and obesity were positive but weakly correlated to food consumption (FC) of participants (r= 0.012), however the relationship was significant (p< 0.001). Furthermore, overweight and obesity were negatively correlated with no significance to the physical activity level of participants (r=-0.105). Participants need to consume more of low calorie foods such as fruits and vegetables and should also engage in more physical activity practices such as aerobics to lower overweight and obesity prevalence.

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Muscle-Strengthening Exercise and Depression in Chinese Young Adults

10.21203/rs.3.rs-154416/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Xinli Chi ◽

Kimberley Curtin ◽

Kaja Kastelic ◽

Liuyue Huang ◽

Cain Clark ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Young Adults ◽

University Students ◽

Short Form ◽

World Health ◽

Muscle Strengthening ◽

Strengthening Exercise ◽

Chinese Young Adults ◽

Health Organization ◽

Study Participants

Abstract Studies based on western population have indicated that muscle-strengthening exercise (MSE) has positive roles against mental disorders, but little is known about that in Chinese adults. This study, thus, aimed to explore the association between MSE and depression in Chinese university students (aged 18-24 years). A convenient sample of 1794 university students (mean age: 20.67 years) were recruited into this study. A self-reported questionnaire was used to collect information on participants’ sociodemographic information (e.g., sex, body mass index) and MSE. Physical activity and sleep were measured using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. Study participants’ depression severity was assessed using the Patient Health Questionnaire-9. A multilevel linear regression was performed to examine the association between MSE and depression. Only 24.87% of study participants met the World Health Organization MSE guidelines of more than 2 days/week. The mean score of depression was 6.80 (± 5.19). More days for MSE (0-7 days) was negatively associated with depression (beta = -0.17, 95%CI: -0.31 ─ -0.03, p = 0.015). Students who did not meet MSE guidelines were more likely to have higher risks for depression (beta = 0.63, 95%CI: 0.09-0.19, p = 0.027). The results indicate that engaging in MSE could be related to decreased depression in Chinese young adults. Interventions aiming at reducing depression could incorporate MSE as a strategic component.

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Relationship of knowledge to Dietary Practices and Physical activity as moderated by Age

Abstract Proceedings International Scholars Conference ◽

10.35974/isc.v7i1.951 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 7 (1) ◽

pp. 230-243

Author(s):

Mary Anne Grace Malagamba Dorado ◽

Abraham P Racca

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Bachelor's Degree ◽

Physical Activities ◽

World Health ◽

Dietary Practices ◽

Optimal Health ◽

Health Organization ◽

Relationship Of ◽

The Relationship

Lifestyle – related diseases remained to be on the top ten killer according to the World Health Organization. Literature indicates that diseases are highly related to lifestyle practices. On the other hand, optimal health is a perceived goal of the greater population, however, putting it into practice is a challenge. The study determined the following: 1) the level of the knowledge on healthy lifestyle, dietary practices and physical activity; 2) the relationship of knowledge dietary practices and physical activities, and 3) the relationship of knowledge to dietary practice and relationship of knowledge to physical activities according to age group. The data were gathered among 66 randomly selected respondents who are at least 18 years of age, in which 24 are males and 42 are females, and 40 have earned at most a bachelor’s degree and 26 have at least earned units in a master’s program. Utilizing adapted instruments, respondents were scored on a 12-item instrument in knowledge where in each correct answer correspond to one point, 27-item instrument on healthy lifestyle in terms of diet where in each appropriate response correspond to one point, and 4-item instrument on healthy lifestyle in terms of physical activities. In turn, the highest possible score of knowledge, diet, and physical activities are 12, 27, and 12, respectively. Descriptive results revealed that respondents were highly knowledgeable on healthy lifestyle, have fair on dietary practices and moderate practice of physical activities. Furthermore, knowledge on healthy lifestyle is not significantly correlated to dietary practices physical activities. However, a significant relationship was found when respondents were grouped according to age; only those 24 years old and above were found to have significant results.

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Gender Differences Related to Lifestyle Behaviour of University Students

Baltic Journal of Sport and Health Sciences ◽

10.33607/bjshs.v2i113.786 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 2 (113) ◽

Author(s):

Daiva Vizbaraitė ◽

Julija Kleivaitė ◽

Vaidas Mickevičius

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Dietary Habits ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Modern Society ◽

Healthy Diet ◽

World Health ◽

Moderate Intensity ◽

Lifestyle Behaviour ◽

Diabetes Mellitus Type Ii ◽

Health Organization

Background. A healthy lifestyle is the one of the most relevant subjects in a modern society comprising three factors – healthy diet, sufficient physical activity, and absence of harmful habits (Strukčinskienė et al., 2014). It has been pointed out that healthy lifestyle behavioural patterns contribute to the prevention of diabetes mellitus type II, cardiovascular, and oncological diseases (Javtokas et al., 2014).Studies performed in different countries have discovered that students’ dietary habits do not correspond to the recommendations of the World Health Organization on healthy diet (Akhtar Zareen, & Sarmad, 2018; Česnavičienė, Proškuvienė, & Motiejūnaitė, 2015). In their study, Sigmundova, Chmelik, Sigmund, Feltlova, & Frömel (2013) found that the lowest level of physical activity was reached by only two thirds of students. The prevalence of harmful habits was also very high: more than half of students used tobacco during the last 12 months, and about 92% of students used alcohol over the last year (Dobrovolskij & Stukas, 2014).Literature review revealed that recently a number of studies analysing students’ lifestyle patterns were performed, however, there is still a lack of studies on lifestyle behaviour among the Lithuanian Sports University students.Methods. Questionnaires and statistical analysis.Results. The results showed that meat consumption was indicated by twice more males than females (p < .05). More males consumed ice cream, while yoghurt was preferred more frequently by females (p < .05). Fried potatoes were used more frequently by males (p < .05). With the respect to sedentary lifestyle, high intensity activity and moderate intensity activity, there were no differences between males and females, however, more females than males walked (p < .05). Beer consumption was more prevalent between males while wine consumption was more common between females (p < .05).

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