Impact of promoting healthy lifestyle interventions among adolescents, young adults with polycystic ovarian disease in resource limited settings

Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD) is a reproductive metabolic disorder caused by hormonal imbalances within women of fertile age. Mainstay for treating patients with PCOD includes pharmacological therapy and lifestyle modifications. Lifestyle modifications that play a key role in the management of PCOD are weight management, reduction in stress, physical activity, body mass index and dietary changes. There is sparse information regarding the impact of these interventional parameters among the PCOD women in the literature. This study aims to determine the impact of healthy lifestyle modifications in the management of PCOD among young adults and adolescents. It was a prospective interventional study conducted in the Gynaecology outpatient department in Government General Hospital, Kadapa over the time of 6 months from June 2019 to November 2019. Counseling on lifestyle changes and implementation of healthy lifestyle interventions were given to the study population by using the standard questionnaire forms and post counseling changes were collected after 90 days of visit to the clinic. The statistical significance was done by using the unpaired t-test and graph pad version 8.3.0. The total sample of 30 PCOD patients was compared to before patient counseling on lifestyle modifications and after follow-up. The total population was categorized into 2 groups as adolescents (10%) and young adults (27%). The current study showed that there is a significant association between dietary intervention (p <0.0113) and physical activity scores (p<0.029) among the PCOD patients. In PCOD patient’s healthy lifestyle modifications like dietary interventions and Physical activity serves as an effective treatment strategy adjunct to pharmacological therapy and improved the patient reproductive health.

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The Impact of Body Mass Index on Physical Activity and Cardiac Workload

10.1101/2021.09.26.461877 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Myra Jane Bloom ◽

Lakin Mckenzie Brown ◽

Scarlet Rae Jost ◽

Andrew Stuart Ian Donald Lang ◽

Nancy Viola Mankin ◽

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Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Body Mass Index ◽

Heart Rate ◽

University Students ◽

Body Mass ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Physically Active ◽

Heart Rates ◽

Healthy Lifestyle Interventions ◽

The Impact

AbstractBackgroundHaving an abnormal body mass index (BMI) adversely affects cardiac workload and level of physical activity.ObjectiveTo examine the relationship between cardiac workload, physical activity, Sex, and BMI.MethodsThe number of steps taken per day (Steps) and minutes per week spent in targeted heart rate zones were collected from primarily first and second year university students (n = 1,801; 62% female) over a standard, 15-week long semester. Other data collected included BMI, Sex, Age, and Class Standing. Sex differences in BMI, Steps, and training heart rate zone (heart rates above 50% of max) minutes (THR) were evaluated, correlations between the study parameters were analyzed, and one-way ANOVA was used to test between competing models. The values p < .05 were considered statistically significant.ResultsStatistically significant (p < .05) differences between males and females were found for Steps, THR, and BMI. Males were more physically active but spent 18% less time with heart rates above 50% of max. Students who had abnormal BMI values, both low and high, experienced greater cardiac workload (p < .05), even though they were found to be less physically active (p < .05).ConclusionOur study revealed that university students with abnormal BMI values experienced greater cardiac workload, even though they are less physically active. Thus, physical fitness and healthy lifestyle interventions should also include underweight students in addition to students who are overweight or obese.

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Effect of Healthy Lifestyle Interventions in Schools of Jazan City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: A Quasi-experimental Study

Arab Journal of Nutrition and Exercise (AJNE) ◽

10.18502/ajne.v5i1.6911 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 1-14

Author(s):

Fatima Awad Elkarim Elfaki ◽

Husam Eldin Elsawi Khalafalla ◽

Abdelrahim Mutwakel Gaffar ◽

Mohamed E Moukhyer ◽

Ibrahim A Bani ◽

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Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Experimental Study ◽

Dietary Habits ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Intervention Group ◽

Control Group ◽

Lifestyle Interventions ◽

Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽

Quasi Experimental ◽

Healthy Lifestyle Interventions

Background Unhealthy dietary habits and lifestyle among adolescents is considered as a risk factor for nutrition-related diseases in adulthood. The objective of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of a healthy lifestyle intervention—including physical activity (PA) and eating habits (EH)—among female students in Jizan City, southwest Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Methods A representative sample of 565 school students aged 12–15 years was randomly selected from four schools in Jizan, KSA. The PA and EH were assessed using a validated self-administered questionnaire. A pre-post quasi-experimental study was implemented in three phases. Results Following the intervention, the school children in the intervention groups showed a significant improvement in their EH and PA. These improvements were documented in increased physical walking measured by the number of students walking daily, the number of days walked, and the time spent on vigorous activities (54.11 ± 54.89 to 63.24 ± 76.16). Fruits and vegetables had a similar consumption frequency in both the intervention and control groups. The snacks were frequently consumed among intervention group with a significant increase in the mean number from 1.64 ± 0.93 to 1.96 ± 1.13 (p = 0.000) and fast food were less frequently consumed among intervention group than the control group (p = 0.000). The prevalence of obesity in the intervention group was reduced from 16.3% to 12.9%, while it was significantly increased from 17.6% to 19.0% in the control group (p = 0.0148). Weight decreased by 0.37 kg in the intervention group, while it increased by 0.07 kg in the control group, but with no statistically significant increase. Conclusion: In conclusion, healthy lifestyle interventions can improve short- and long-term outcomes in school children. When examining the health benefits of healthy lifestyle, the importance of dietary and PA behaviors should be considered. Keywords: lifestyle, dietary habits, physical activity, chronic diseases, Jazan-KSA

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Analysis of Eating Habits and Body Composition of Young Adult Poles

Nutrients ◽

10.3390/nu13114083 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (11) ◽

pp. 4083

Author(s):

Anna K. Mazurek-Kusiak ◽

Agata Kobyłka ◽

Natalia Korcz ◽

Małgorzata Sosnowska

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Young Adults ◽

Body Composition ◽

Healthy Eating ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Eating Habits ◽

The Body ◽

Impedance Method ◽

Body Type ◽

The Impact

Background: Obesity and overweight affect a large proportion of the world’s population. Increasingly, this problem can be observed among young adults. The aim of the study was to identify the motivations and barriers to healthy eating habits among young Poles, the relationship between physical activity and healthy eating and the impact of healthy eating on the body composition of the young. Methods: The method used in the research was a diagnostic survey using direct personal interviews. The research was conducted in the years 2016–2019 on a group of 399 young Poles aged 18–26. Their body composition was analyzed by determining resistance and reactance using the biological impedance method, with a TANITA SC-330ST Body Composition Analyzer. Results and conclusion: The main reasons for healthy eating among young Poles are the intent to follow a doctor’s recommendations, to lose weight and to live a healthy lifestyle and to follow a trend. On the other hand, the largest barriers to proper nutrition are: lack of time to prepare healthy meals and of financial resources, inability to prepare meals and limited knowledge of the principles of healthy eating. The eating behavior varied significantly in relation to the physical activity of the respondents. Active people’s eating habits were the best, and those of sedentary people the worst. Healthy eaters also had normal body composition indicators (adipose tissue level, BMI, body type). Young adults should be educated on the principles of healthy eating and have access to healthy food in canteens and vending machines, both at work and at university.

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THE IMPACT OF INTERNET-ENABLED PHONES ON PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AMONG STUDENTS OF TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS

Pakistan Journal of Rehabilitation ◽

10.36283/pjr.zu.10.2/008 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 10 (2) ◽

pp. 37-42

Author(s):

Asma Khalid

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Young Adults ◽

Short Form ◽

Smart Phones ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Tertiary Institutions ◽

Prolonged Time ◽

Media Applications ◽

The Impact

BACKGROUND AND AIMS Smart phones usage is rapidly progressing day by day in young adults’ lives who have become habituated and less indulged in physical activities. Thus, this study is aimed to measure the impact of internet-enabled smart phones on physical activity of students. METHODOLOGY An online cross-sectional survey was conducted among students aged 18-30 years studying in tertiary institutions. Internet-Connectedness Index and International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form were formulated in the Google Docs and distributed to participants via email or social media applications. RESULTS A total number of 252 students participated in study revealed that majority of users have own computer for prolonged time with broadband and 3G internet. Only (4.4%) participants have performed vigorous and (5.6%) moderate activities 7 days a week. Whereas (27.8%) participants spent their time sitting at desk, visiting friends, reading, sitting or lying down to watch TV for <2 hours (27.8%), <4 hours (21.8%) while >8 hours (23%) respectively. This showed that with the increased use of internet, young adults performed low physical activity. CONCLUSION It was concluded that majority of young adults have used internet for prolonged time on computer/laptop/cell phones whereas limited participants reported to have regular physical activity however, no significant association was found between the impacts of internet-connectedness with physical activity.

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Healthy lifestyle interventions in general practice

South African Family Practice ◽

10.1080/20786204.2008.10873771 ◽

2008 ◽

Vol 50 (6) ◽

pp. 6-14 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

MP Schwellnus ◽

DN Patel ◽

C Nossel ◽

M Dreyer ◽

S Whitesman ◽

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Keyword(s):

General Practice ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Lifestyle Interventions ◽

Healthy Lifestyle Interventions

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Abstract PO-063: A systematic review of tandem cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy lifestyle interventions on health-related outcomes

10.1158/1538-7755.disp20-po-063 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Sarah Addison ◽

Damalie Shirima ◽

Shanon Dunovan ◽

Maryam Lustberg ◽

Elizabeth K. Arthur ◽

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Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Behavioral Therapy ◽

Cognitive Behavioral ◽

Lifestyle Interventions ◽

Health Related ◽

Healthy Lifestyle Interventions

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Psychosocial Variables Related to Weight-Related Self-Stigma in Physical Activity among Young Adults across Weight Status

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph17010064 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 17 (1) ◽

pp. 64 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

Xavier C. C. Fung ◽

Amir H. Pakpour ◽

Ya-Ke Wu ◽

Chia-Wei Fan ◽

Chung-Ying Lin ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Young Adults ◽

Structural Equation ◽

Weight Status ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Behavioral Control ◽

Healthcare Providers ◽

Model Fit ◽

Equation Modeling ◽

Perceived Behavioral Control

A healthy lifestyle with sufficient physical activity (PA) can contribute to weight management. Yet, many people do not maintain a healthy lifestyle. To explain PA, we propose a model that incorporates the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) with weight-related self-stigma. We recruited 325 young adults to complete questionnaires regarding their physical activities, weight-related self-stigma, and TPB factors. We used structural equation modeling to examine the model fit and the path invariance across weight groups. The model showed excellent model fit, but path invariance was not supported. Weight-related self-stigma significantly explained the perceived behavioral control, behavioral intention, and engagement of PA. People without overweight and people with overweight have different considerations for PA. Weight-related self-stigma is important for PA as well. To promote a healthy lifestyle, healthcare providers should provide different suggestions or interventions that suit their patients’ weight-related concerns.

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