scholarly journals Association Between Habitual Green Tea Consumption and Comprehensive Frailty Risk Assessed by Kihon Checklist Indexes Among Japanese Elderly Population

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hinako Nanri ◽  
Tsukasa Yoshida ◽  
Yuya Watanabe ◽  
Hiroyuki Fujita ◽  
Misaka Kimura ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Green Tea ◽  
Lower Risk ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Tea Consumption ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Cognitive Problem ◽  
Japanese Elderly ◽  
Stratified Analysis

Abstract Background: It is unclear whether habitual green tea consumption is related to comprehensive frailty. Objective: We conducted this study to investigate this relationship among a Japanese elderly population.Methods: This was a cross-sectional study of baseline data from 2012. The study included 5668 Japanese participants (2766 men and 2902 women, aged 65 years or older). The subjects completed a validated self-administered food frequency questionnaire that included green tea consumption. We evaluated comprehensive frailty by using a 25-item Kihon Checklist (KCL), which comprised seven domains (instrumental activities of daily living [IADL], physical function, malnutrition, oral or eating function, socialization and housebound, cognitive function, and depression). Frailty was defined as a KCL score ≥7. Results: We found that higher consumption of green tea was associated with a lower risk of frailty in both sexes. Further age-stratified analysis showed that higher consumption of green tea among women was associated with a lower risk of frailty, regardless of age. In men, however, these associations were found only in the older age groups. An analysis of the association between green tea consumption and frailty subdomains showed that green tea consumption was associated with a lower risk of oral dysfunction and cognitive problem in both sexes. In addition, only in women, higher green tea consumption was inversely associated with a lower risk of IADL and mobility-related disability problems.Conclusions: Green tea consumption is inversely associated with the prevalence of comprehensive frailty in Japanese men and women. Longitudinal studies are required to confirm this association.

scholarly journals The Association between Habitual Green Tea Consumption and Comprehensive Frailty as Assessed by Kihon Checklist Indexes among an Older Japanese Population

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (11) ◽  
pp. 4149
Author(s):  
Hinako Nanri ◽  
Tsukasa Yoshida ◽  
Yuya Watanabe ◽  
Hiroyuki Fujita ◽  
Misaka Kimura ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Green Tea ◽  
Japanese Population ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Tea Consumption ◽  
Lower Prevalence ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Elderly Japanese ◽  
Stratified Analysis ◽  
Cognitive Problems

Background: It is unclear whether habitual green tea consumption is related to comprehensive frailty. Objectives: We conducted this study to investigate this relationship among an elderly Japanese population. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study of baseline data from 2012. The study included 5668 Japanese participants (2766 men and 2902 women aged 65 years or older). The subjects completed a validated self-administered food frequency questionnaire that included questions on their green tea consumption. We evaluated comprehensive frailty using a 25-item Kihon Checklist (KCL), which comprised seven domains (instrumental activities of daily living (IADL), physical function, malnutrition, oral or eating function, socialization and housebound, cognitive function, and depression). Frailty was defined as a KCL score greater than or equal to seven. Results: We found that a higher consumption of green tea was associated with a lower prevalence of comprehensive frailty in both sexes. Further age-stratified analysis showed that a higher consumption of green tea among women was associated with a lower prevalence of comprehensive frailty, regardless of age. In men, however, this association was found only in the older age groups. An analysis of the association between green tea consumption and the frailty subdomains showed that green tea consumption was associated with a lower prevalence of oral dysfunction and cognitive problems in both sexes. In addition, only in women was higher green tea consumption found to be associated with a lower prevalence of IADL and mobility-related disability problems. Conclusions: Green tea consumption is inversely associated with the prevalence of comprehensive frailty in Japanese men and women. Longitudinal studies are required to confirm this association.

scholarly journals Green tea consumption and cognitive function: a cross-sectional study from the Tsurugaya Project

2006 ◽  
Vol 83 (2) ◽  
pp. 355-361 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shinichi Kuriyama ◽  
Atsushi Hozawa ◽  
Kaori Ohmori ◽  
Taichi Shimazu ◽  
Toshifumi Matsui ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Function ◽  
Green Tea ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Tea Consumption ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals Green Tea Consumption and Chronic Atrophic Gastritis: A Cross-Sectional Study in a Green Tea Production Village.

2000 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 310-316 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kazunori Shibata ◽  
Masaki Moriyama ◽  
Tetsuhito Fukushima ◽  
Akihiko Kaetsu ◽  
Motonobu Miyazaki ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Atrophic Gastritis ◽  
Green Tea ◽  
Chronic Atrophic Gastritis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Tea Consumption ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Tea Production

scholarly journals Green tea consumption in everyday life and mental health

2005 ◽  
Vol 8 (8) ◽  
pp. 1300-1306 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mari Shimbo ◽  
Keiko Nakamura ◽  
Hui Jing Shi ◽  
Masashi Kizuki ◽  
Kaoruko Seino ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Everyday Life ◽  
Green Tea ◽  
General Health Questionnaire ◽  
Black Tea ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Caffeine Intake ◽  
Tea Consumption ◽  
Cross Sectional

AbstractObjectiveGreen tea has been widely acknowledged in Japan to induce a pleasurable mental feeling. Recent laboratory studies have suggested positive psychological effects as a result of consuming green tea. The present study examined whether green tea consumption in everyday life in Japan is associated with positive mental health.DesignA cross-sectional study was performed in February–March 2002.Setting and subjectsThe subjects of the study consisted of a general population of 600 Japanese aged 20–69 years. Responses of 380 subjects, obtained by home-visit interview, were analysed. The questionnaire inquired about consumption of brewed green tea and other beverages, perceived mental health status, lifestyle and others. The 12-item General Health Questionnaire (GHQ 12) was used for the assessment of mental ill-health (GHQ score ≥4).ResultsAfter adjustments for age, area, perceived mental stress, lifestyle and daily caffeine intake, the consumption of brewed green tea was not statistically associated with any decrease in risk of mental ill-health among either males or females (odds ratio (OR) = 0.78, 95% confidence interval (CI) = 0.47–1.29 for males; OR = 0.77, 95% CI = 0.51–1.14 for females). Daily caffeine intake (100 mg) inclusive of green tea, black tea, coffee and other caffeine-containing beverages was associated with a higher risk of mental ill-health among females (OR = 1.26, 95% CI = 1.01–1.56).ConclusionsThe results provide population-based evidence on the consumption of brewed green tea in everyday life and mental health, together with information on consumption patterns of various beverages and lifestyles.

scholarly journals Study of Elders’ Health Status and Perception about Old Age

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 66-75
Author(s):  
Keshab Prasad Timalsina
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Old Age ◽  
Significant Variation ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Demographic Variable ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

The health status of elders and elders’ perception regarding old age in a community is an important issue in a society. The present study aims to assess the health status and perception of old age of elderly population of Nijgadh Municipality. A descriptive cross-sectional study has been carried out among 204 elders taken from the community through simple random sampling method. The data were collected through face to face structured interview schedule in 2021. The descriptive and inferential statistical analysis of the collected data showed that the about 20 percent elders had got good status of health but remaining (about 80%) of them were suffering from  some kinds of health complications. Similarly, more than 73 percent of elders felt their life more problematic. This study measured significant variation (p<0.05) of level of health status with only three socio-demographic variables (age, caste, and feeling of helplessness among the variables (gender, age groups, caste, living with or without spouse, literacy status, and feeling helplessness.  Furthermore, this study measured significant variation (p<0.05) of perception about old age of elderly population with only three socio-demographic variable (age, caste, and feeling of helpless) among the variables (gender, age groups, caste, living with or without spouse, literacy status, and feeling helplessness). Based on the study, it can be said that age, caste, and feeling of helplessness status of elderly population were the major factors for creating variations in health status and perceptions of elderly life. The policies, programs, and community effort are needed for managing regular health service practice. Similarly, all the community members must be serious for keeping elders happy by managing their requirement with love which may require collective action from social, health and justice sectors.

scholarly journals Telegeriatrics during the COVID-19 pandemic

QJM ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 114 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hoda Wahba ◽  
Tamer Emara ◽  
Ahmed Elbokl
Keyword(s):  
Elderly Population ◽  
Geriatric Patients ◽  
Geriatric Medicine ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Healthcare Services ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Insignificant Difference

Abstract Background Ain Shams University Virtual Hospital (AVH) has been offering telemedicine services since 2016. During the COVID-19 pandemic it has become essential to offer healthcare services in a safe way. Telemedicine was the perfect choice worldwide to compensate for the deficiency of physical healthcare services. Limitations especially in the elderly population questioned the feasibility of the telegeriatrics model. Aim To study the feasibility and acceptability of the AVH telemedicine model in geriatric patients. Methodology A cross-sectional study performed from April to October 2020 recruiting patients above 60 years receiving telemedicine services as part of the telemedicine program delivered via AVH. Data was collected via Google forms that were sent to the patients and physicians via Whats app. Results 1471 patients were triaged via the Whats app managed by geriatric consultants and 64 received video consultations. 849 patients responded to the surveys from all age groups of which 21.8% were above 60 years. From the responders 19.7% consulted geriatric medicine while the 2.1% consulted other specialties. Most satisfaction domains were 85% and above positive responses with an insignificant difference between age groups. 90% of physicians felt confident in their medical management using telemedicine. Conclusion: telegeriatrics is feasible as it is well accepted, easily used and preferred over clinic visits during the COVID-19 pandemic and after, by patients. Physicians are confident in their management using it.

Prevalence, Associated Factors and Awareness of Hypertensive Retinopathy Among an Elderly Population with Hypertension in Nepal: The Bhaktapur Retina Study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raba Thapa ◽  
Shankar Khanal ◽  
Hendra Tan ◽  
Suman Thapa ◽  
Gerardus Hermanus Maria Bartholomeus van Rens van Rens
Keyword(s):  
Associated Factors ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Hypertensive Retinopathy ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Awareness Campaigns ◽  
Hypertension Awareness ◽  
Grade 3

Abstract Background: This study aimed to assess the prevalence, associated factors and awareness of hypertensive retinopathy among an elderly population with hypertension in Nepal Methods: A population-based, cross-sectional study was conducted from 2013 to 2015 in Bhaktapur district, Nepal. The sample size was 2100 subjects age 60 years and above. From this sample, all diagnosed patients with hypertension were analyzed. A detailed history was obtained, and an ocular examination was performed. Blood sugar and blood pressure were measured. Result: Information was complete for 1860 (88.57%) subjects. The age ranged from 60 to 95 years with the mean ± SD age of 69.64±7.31 years. Hypertension was found in 643 subjects (34.61%), of which 224 (12.04%) were newly diagnosed cases. Hypertensive retinopathy was found in 81 cases (12.6%). Grade 1, grade 2, and grade 3 hypertensive retinopathy comprised 53 (65.43%), 19 (23.46%), and 9 (11.11%) cases, respectively. Hypertensive retinopathy was more frequent in the age group 70-79 years (15.23%) compared to other age groups, among males (13.25%), illiterates (13.56%), diabetics (16.49%), and those with body mass index (BMI) ≥25 kg/m2 (14%). However, none of the factors was found to be statistically significant. Among the subjects with hypertension, awareness of hypertension’s effects on the eyes, retina and vision was found in 13.84%, 8.4%, and 11.98% respectively. Conclusion: Prevalence of hypertension, hypertensive retinopathy and associated factors among an elderly population were similar to other countries. Awareness of hypertensive retinopathy was found in only 8.4%. Increased emphasis should be directed toward improving awareness campaigns. Key words: Hypertension, hypertensive retinopathy, elderly, awareness, Nepal

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