scholarly journals Association Between Diet and Acne Severity: A Cross-sectional Study in Thai Adolescents and Adults

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Katewadee Roengritthidet ◽  
Nanticha Kamanamool ◽  
Montree Udompataikul ◽  
Salinee Rojhirunsakool ◽  
Saranya Khunket ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dietary Factors ◽  
Food Culture ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Food Frequency ◽  
Severe Acne ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Thai Adolescents ◽  
Adolescents And Adults

The association between diet and acne has been growing in concern. Every country has its own food culture. A few studies surveyed the influence of Asian cuisine on acne. This study investigated the association between acne severity and diet/lifestyle factors in 2,467 Thai adolescents and adults. The data were collected from the validated semi-quantitative food frequency questionnaire. The prevalence of mild acne was 52%, moderate acne was 22%, and 8% severe acne in Thai adolescents and adults. No acne was found in 18% of participants. The dietary factors associated with increased acne severity were the consumption of chocolate >100 grams/weeks (aOR, 1.29; 95% CI, 1.07-1.56), oily and fried food >3 times/week (aOR, 1.84; 95% CI, 1.07-3.16) and white rice (aOR, 1.80; 95% CI, 1.24-2.63). On the contrary, the factors associated with decreased acne severity were the consumption of sugar-free tea (aOR, 0.61; 95% CI, 0.43-0.87), and vegetables (aOR, 0.74; 95% CI, 0.62-0.89).

scholarly journals Dietary factors associated with obesity indicators and level of sports participation in Flemish adults: a cross-sectional study

2007 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nathalie Duvigneaud ◽  
Katrien Wijndaele ◽  
Lynn Matton ◽  
Renaat Philippaerts ◽  
Johan Lefevre ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sports Participation ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dietary Factors ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated

scholarly journals Factors associated with early age at menarche among Thai adolescents in Bangkok: A cross-sectional study

2017 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Pongsak Noipayak ◽  
Petch Rawdaree ◽  
Busaba Supawattanabodee ◽  
Sumonmal Manusirivitthaya
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Age At Menarche ◽  
Early Age ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Thai Adolescents

scholarly journals Epidemiological Risk Factors Associated with Acne Vulgaris Presentation, Severity, and Scarring in a Singapore Chinese Population: A Cross-Sectional Study

Dermatology ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Anna Hwee Sing Heng ◽  
Yee-How Say ◽  
Yang Yie Sio ◽  
Yu Ting Ng ◽  
Fook Tim Chew
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Severe Acne ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Singapore Chinese ◽  
Acne Scarring

<b><i>Background:</i></b> Acne vulgaris is classified based on the severity of skin lesions and post-healing scar types of these lesions. Numerous epidemiology studies have investigated the risk factors associated with acne presentation and severity, but studies for acne scarring are lacking. <b><i>Objective:</i></b> To investigate the prevalence of acne, severity, and scarring grades and their associated risk factors among Singapore Chinese. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> A total of 3,888 subjects (2,090 cases/1,798 controls; median age = 21 ± 4.589; range 17–71) completed an investigator-administered questionnaire as part of a cross-sectional study, which included sociodemographics, familial medical history, lifestyle factors, dietary habits, and acne history. Acne cases were further evaluated for their severity (<i>n</i> = 991) and scarring (<i>n</i> = 988) grades by a trained personnel. <b><i>Results:</i></b> The majority of the acne cases had mild acne/grade 1 scarring, while less than 1% had severe acne/grade 4 scarring. Parental acne was significantly associated with acne presentation and moderate/severe acne, while sibling acne was significantly associated with grade 3/4 scarring. Gender and age affected acne severity and scarring but not acne presentation, while tertiary maternal education level and the possession of ≥3 siblings were particularly associated with acne scarring. Underweight BMI was protective against acne presentation, while atopic diseases (asthma, allergic rhinitis, eczema) were its predisposing factors. Of the evaluated lifestyle factors, computer/TV usage had significant association with acne presentation, while alcohol consumption was significantly associated with acne severity. Frequent milk consumption was associated with a protective effect for moderate-severe acne, while frequent butter consumption had a detrimental effect on acne scarring extent. <b><i>Conclusion:</i></b> Positive familial history is a strong predisposing factor in determining acne presentation, severity, and scarring. Demographic factors (gender, age) and sedentary lifestyle (increased computer/TV usage) influence acne presentation, while dietary habits (milk and butter consumption) influence acne severity and scarring. The predisposing factors revealed in this study could help us to gain insights into acne pathophysiology and hence develop interventions especially targeting modifiable risk factors.

scholarly journals Prevalence and Intensity of Soil-Transmitted Helminths and Associated Factors among Adolescents and Adults in Bibugn Woreda, Northwest Ethiopia: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Abrham Goshu ◽  
Getaneh Alemu ◽  
Animen Ayehu
Keyword(s):  
Associated Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Northwest Ethiopia ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Soil Transmitted Helminths ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Parasite Intensity ◽  
Adolescents And Adults

Background. Soil-transmitted helminths are a common public health problem in Ethiopia, affecting all age groups. However, epidemiological studies and interventions primarily target school-age children, despite the fact that 44.6 million adults live in endemic areas. Hence, data on the prevalence and intensity of soil-transmitted helminths infections and associated factors among adolescents and adults helps to expand interventions. Objective. The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence and intensity of soil-transmitted helminths and associated factors among adolescents and adults in Bibugn Woreda, East Gojjam, Northwest Ethiopia. Methods. A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in Bibugn Woreda from February to September 2021. Using multistage proportionate sampling technique, 641 adolescents and adults were enrolled in this study. Data on sociodemographic characteristics and factors associated with helminthic infections was collected using structured questionnaire prepared in Amharic and administered through face-to-face interview. Parasite detection in stool samples was performed using modified formol-ether concentration and Kato-Katz techniques following standard protocols. Data was entered and analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences software version 25. Multivariable logistic regression was used to assess factors associated with soil-transmitted helminths infections. P value <0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Results. The overall prevalence of soil-transmitted helminths infection was 20.9% (134/641). The most detected parasite was Ascaris lumbricoides (12.5%), followed by hookworm species (7.5%) and Trichuris trichiura (1.1%). Fecal egg counts revealed that 96.5% (112/116) of the infections were with light parasite intensity, while 3.5% (4/116) were with moderate parasite intensity. Family size >5 (AOR = 1.866; 95% CI: 1.221–2.853; P = 0.004 ), absence of latrine (AOR = 3.675; 95% CI: 1.599–8.449; P = 0.002 ), and no habit of hand washing before meal (AOR = 2.622; 95% CI: 1.073–6.405; P = 0.034 ) were significantly associated with soil-transmitted helminths infections. Conclusion. There was moderate prevalence of soil-transmitted helminths among adolescents and adults with predominance of A. lumbricoides. Family size greater than five, absence of latrine, and no hand washing habit before meal predisposed adolescents and adults for soil-transmitted helminths. The existing school-based interventions should expand to address adolescents and adults.

scholarly journals Dietary factors associated with metabolic syndrome and its components in overweight and obese Brazilian schoolchildren: a cross-sectional study

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana Elisa Madalena Rinaldi ◽  
Gleice Fernanda Costa Pinto Gabriel ◽  
Fernando Moreto ◽  
José Eduardo Corrente ◽  
Kátia Cristina Portero McLellan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dietary Factors ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated
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