scholarly journals BEHAVIOURAL CHANGES WITH AGE IN A SAMPLE OF PAKISTANI ADOLESCENTS

1970 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 82-84
Author(s):  
Huzefa Jibril ◽  
Hafiz Noman Saleem ◽  
Syed Danish Naseem ◽  
Karam Khan ◽  
Aqal Khan
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Transition Period ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Risky Behaviour ◽  
Behavioural Changes ◽  
Unhealthy Eating ◽  
Adolescent Behaviour ◽  
Healthy Eating Habits ◽  
Increasing Trends ◽  
Grade 8

Introduction: As adolescents move from being children to young adults, behavioural modifications occur during this transition period. Studies from other countries have shown decreasing physical activity and increasing use of alcohol and tobacco. Such studies have allowed interventions to be developed that have led to better outcomes. This study aims to identify areas of concern to allow target interventions to be developed. Objectives: Identify behavioural changes that occur in adolescents as they progress through school. Methods: A self-administered questionnaire was developed consisting of 28 questions on various categories. 2 schools of Karachi were chosen and permission was obtained from the principal of the respective schools. The questionnaire was administered to students of grade 6, 8 and 10 in the classroom after obtaining informed consent. Results: A total of 603 students participated in the study. 191 students were from grade 6, 197 were from grade 8 and 215 were from grade 10. Physical activity and healthy eating habits decreased moving from grade 6 to grade 10. Increasing trends were seen in internet use, cigarette smoking and sheesha use. Parental involvement in their children's studying was less amongst students of grade 10 then students of grade 6 and grade 8. Conclusion: As indicated by previous studies adolescent behaviour seems to be becoming more unproductive as adolescents progress through school. Unhealthy eating habits, decreased physical activity and increased risky behaviour were seen in adolescents in higher grades. Some of this behaviour appear to get progressively worse as the student progresses through school while others occur at specific times.

scholarly journals Nutritional Status Disorders in Student Population

2019 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Djordje Stevanovic ◽  
Mina Poskurica ◽  
Jovan Jovanovic ◽  
Miodrag Sreckovic ◽  
Vladimir Zdravkovic ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Health Problem ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Student Population ◽  
Regular Physical Activity ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Major Health Problem ◽  
Unhealthy Eating ◽  
Significant Difference

Abstract Obesity is a global health problem associated with numerous pathological conditions. Unhealthy eating habits and the lack of regular physical activity are considered the most common cause of disordered nutritional status. The aim of the research was to determine the nutritional status in student population and the predictors which determine this condition. The cross-sectional study was conducted on 262 students of the Faculty of Medical Sciences in Kragujevac (130 males and 132 females). Body weight and height, body mass index (BMI) and visceral fat (VF) were measured. Each respondent completed a specially designed questionnaire considering sociodemographic data, eating habits and physical activity. The majority of students have normal BMI values (75.6%), 5.3% were classified as underweight, 14.9% as over-weight and 4.3% as obese. Normal VF values were found in 93.1% of subjects, while high in 5.7% and very high in 1.1%. A statistically significant difference in BMI and VF values was found between male and female gender (24.41 vs. 21.05, Sig = 0.000 and 5.47 vs. 3.07, Sig = 0.000, respectively), as well as between students of the first 4 and the last 2 years of study (Sig = 0.019 and 0.000 respectively). Unhealthy eating habits, such as the consumption of sweets, snacks, fast foods and white bread, and the absence of regular physical activity were statistically more present in overweight/obese respondents. Given the significant presence of pre-obesity/obesity in the examined population, corrective measures should be taken in this population in order to avoid a major health problem in the future.

scholarly journals Exploring the risk behaviour of learners in a South African private Christian secondary school

2017 ◽  
Vol 82 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Annelie Gresse ◽  
Jayne Seaman
Keyword(s):  
Health Behaviour ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Risk Behaviour ◽  
Christian School ◽  
Positive Health ◽  
Risky Behaviour ◽  
High School Grades ◽  
Healthy Eating Habits ◽  
Study Participants ◽  
Positive Health Outcomes

Adolescent learners tend to express their independence by engaging in risky health behaviour inclusive of poor eating habits, smoking and alcohol consumption. The aim of this study was to assess whether adolescents attending a religious school that maintains strict discipline are less likely to engage in risky behaviour. Learners attending a private Christian school were asked to complete a health risk behavioural questionnaire, which measured attitudes toward eating habits, alcohol and drug use, participation in exercise and sexual activity, smoking habits and adherence to Christian values. The sample group consisted of 117 study participants distributed across all high school Grades. On balance, these learners were more conservative than others attending secular schools and most reported healthy eating habits; 92.3% consumed dairy products, 64.1% consumed more than two fruits and 81.2% more than two vegetables per day. More than 78% exercised regularly. Only 10.2% consumed alcohol, 3.4% smoked and 5.2% used recreational drugs. Of all learners, 93.2% indicated their Christian values as having a moderating impact on their lifestyle. The study concludes with the recommendation to investigate ways in which the strategies employed by this Christian school could be promoted to other schools given the finding that Christian values translate into positive health outcomes amongst adolescents. As it seems that the strict Christian education of these learners leads to less risky health behaviour, ways in which to promote this school’s strategies to other schools could be investigated. Opsomming Tienerleerders sal dikwels hul onafhanklikheid in die vorm van onveilige gesondheidsgedrag soos byvoorbeeld swak eetgewoontes, rook and alkoholgebruik uitdruk. Die doelstelling van die studie was om te bepaal of ‘n skool se streng dissipline, wat klem lê op Christelike beginsels, ‘n invloed het op die voorkoming van onveilige gesondheidsgedrag. Alle leerders van ‘n private Christelike hoërskool is versoek om vrywillig ‘n vraelys wat hulle gedrag en houding aangaande eetgewoontes, alkohol- en dwelmgebruik, oefening, seksuele aktiwiteit, rook en Christelike waardes te bepaal. Die steekproefgrootte was 117 en het leerders van alle Grade (8 – 12) ingesluit. Die resultate dui daarop dat hierdie leerders meer konserwatief is as leerders in ander studies. Die meeste het gesonde eetgewoontes gehad; 92.3% gebruik suiwelprodukte, 64.1% eet meer as twee vrugte en 81/2% eet meer as twee groente per dag. Meer as 78% oefen gereeld. Net 10.2% gebruik alkohol, 3.4% rook en 5.2% het al dwelmmiddels gebruik. Van al die leerders het 93.2% geglo dat hulle Christellike waardes ‘n invloed op hulle leefstyl het. Dit wil dus voorkom of die streng Christelike opvoeding van hierdie leerders tot minder onveilige gesondheidsgedrag lei en maniere om die skool se doelwitte by ander skole bekend te stel, behoort ondersoek te word.

scholarly journals Changes in Eating Habits and Lifestyles in a Peruvian Population during Social Isolation for the COVID-19 Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Salomón Huancahuire-Vega ◽  
Edda E. Newball-Noriega ◽  
Ricardo Rojas-Humpire ◽  
Jacksaint Saintila ◽  
Mery Rodriguez-Vásquez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Social Isolation ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Social ◽  
Healthy Eating Habits ◽  
The Government ◽  
Main Meal ◽  
Health Objectives

Background. Peru has one of the highest infection and death rates in the world for the COVID-19 pandemic. The government implemented house confinement measures with probable consequences on lifestyle, particularly affecting eating habits, physical activity, sleep quality, and mental health. Objectives. The aim of this study was to assess the lifestyles, physical activity, and sleep characteristics, as well as changes in eating habits in a Peruvian population during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods. A cross-sectional descriptive study was performed. We analyzed Peruvian adults based on an online self-administered questionnaire divided into sociodemographic, anthropometrics, COVID-19 diagnosis reported, lifestyle habits, and frequency of consumption of foods. Results. During confinement for COVID-19, 1176 participants were studied. Of these, most reported weight gain (1 to 3 kg) and 35.7% were overweight. The lifestyles habits showed that 54.8% reported doing physical activity and 37.2% sleep less. The Peruvian sample presented a main meal pattern of breakfast (95.7%), lunch (97.5%), and dinner (89.1%). Likewise, eating habits before and during COVID-19 pandemic showed that vegetables (OR:1.56, CI95% 1.21–200), fruit (OR: 1.42, CI95% 1.10–1.81), legumes (OR:1.67, CI95% 1.23–2.28), and eggs (OR: 2.00, CI95% 1.52–2.65) presented significant consumption increase during social isolation, while bakery products (OR: 0.74, CI95% 0.56–0.97), meat, snack, refreshment, and fast food decreased in consumption. Other foods showed no significant differences. Conclusion. This study showed an important frequency of overweight and sleep changes. There was a slight increase in physical activity despite the social isolation measures and an increase in healthy eating habits; nevertheless, the majority reported gaining weight.

scholarly journals OVERVIEW OF HIGH SODIUM EATING HABITS BEFORE AND AFTER COVID-19 PANDEMIC IN INDONESIA

2021 ◽  
Vol 44 (2) ◽  
pp. 133-144
Author(s):  
Afina Rachma Sulistyaning ◽  
Farida Farida
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Sodium Intake ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
High Sodium ◽  
System A ◽  
Unhealthy Eating ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Healthy Eating Habits

National and global reports showed a high prevalence of sodium intake above the recommended threshold. The pandemic situation might have altered people's eating habits into a healthier diet to improve the immunity system. A high-sodium diet, which has previously been reported as a substantial contributor to several degenerative diseases, might be considered unhealthy eating habits. This study aimed to analyze whether the Covid-19 pandemic has changed the eating habits of high sodium foods and drinks in college students. This cross-sectional study used a food frequency and perception questionnaire in December 2019 - August 2020, conducted in direct interviews and online questionnaires. Forty-three college students enrolled in the present study as respondents. The number of respondents with above-average high sodium eating habits decreased during the covid-19 pandemic, although not statistically significant (p 0.05). More than 60 percent of respondents admitted no significant changes in packaged foods and drinks intake, even though 79.1 percent of respondents reported healthier food and drinks intake during the Covid-19 pandemic. College students/adolescent needs to restrict their consumption of high sodium foods and drinks, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic to improve the immune system. It is also important to emphasize on the massive and continuous promotion of healthy eating habits among college students. Keywords: Covid-19, eating habits, sodium, pandemic ABSTRAK Data nasional dan global menunjukkan tingginya prevalensi konsumsi sodium diatas batas rekomendasi asupan. Kondisi pandemi Covid-19 dapat mengubah pola konsumsi masyarakat menjadi lebih sehat untuk meningkatkan sistem imun. Diet tinggi natrium dilaporkan sebagai penyebab penting dalam perkembangan berbagai penyakit degeneratif, sehingga dapat dikategorikan sebagai kebiasaan makan yang tidak sehat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis apakah pandemi Covid-19 telah mengubah kebiasaan makan dan minum tinggi natrium di kalangan mahasiswa. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode cross-sectional dengan kuesioner FFQ dan persepsi makan. Penelitian ini berlangsung pada Desember 2019 – Agustus 2020 yang dilaksanakan secara wawancara langsung dan menggunakan kuesioner online. Responden terdiri dari 43 mahasiswa. Jumlah responden dengan pola konsumsi tinggi natrium menurun selama pandemi Covid-19 meskipun tidak signifikan (p 0.05). Lebih dari 60 persen responden mengakui tidak ada perubahan signifikan terkait konsumsi makanan dan minuman kemasan , meskipun 79.1 persen melaporkan konsumsi makanan dan minuman menjadi lebih sehat selama pandemi. Mahasiswa/remaja perlu mengurangi konsumsi makanan dan minuman tinggi natrium, terutama selama masa pandemi Covid-19 untuk meningkatkan sistem imun. Penting untuk diperhatikan bahwa promosi pola konsumsi makanan sehat di lingkup mahasiswa perlu dilakukan dengan langkah yang masif dan berkelanjutan. Kata kunci: Covid-19, pola makan, natrium, pandemi

scholarly journals Sociocultural factors related to the physical activity in boys and girls

2019 ◽  
Vol 53 ◽  
pp. 25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luciano Antonacci Condessa ◽  
Otaviana Cardoso Chaves ◽  
Fernanda Marcelina Silva ◽  
Deborah Carvalho Malta ◽  
Waleska Teixeira Caiaffa
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Alcohol Consumption ◽  
Elementary Education ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Sociocultural Factors ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Explanatory Variables ◽  
Maternal Schooling ◽  
Healthy Eating Habits ◽  
Regular Practice

OBJECTIVE: To verify in male and female Brazilian adolescents the association of demographic, psychosocial, behavioral and sociocultural characteristics with the regular practice of physical activity. METHODS: The sample consisted of 109,104 adolescents from all Brazilian states attending the 9th year of elementary education in 2012. The response variable was the regular practice of physical activity (300+ minutes/week). The explanatory variables were grouped into four fields: demographic, psychosocial, behavioral and sociocultural. The Poisson regression was stratified by sex to evaluate the association. RESULTS: The prevalence of active adolescents was 20.2%, higher in boys (27.9%) than in girls (13.1%). It was observed a greater practice of physical activity in boys of lower age group, children of mothers with higher schooling, who consumed healthy foods such as beans, fruits, vegetables, and milk, as well as among those with family supervision. At the same time, unhealthy habits such as insomnia and alcohol consumption were also positively associated with physical activity. In girls, greater physical activity was observed among those who lived with mothers and whose mothers had higher schooling. In addition to family supervision, the practice of physical activity in girls was also positively associated with the frequency of meals with their parents. However, as in boys, insomnia and alcohol consumption were associated with an increase in the practice of physical activity. CONCLUSIONS: One-fifth of adolescents practice physical activity regularly, demonstrating the need for specific public policies to increase the percentage of active young people in the country. Maternal schooling, healthy eating habits and family supervision were associated with regular physical activity in boys and girls, evidencing the importance of the family for the acquisition of healthy habits in this age group.

scholarly journals Physical Activity Interventions in Schools for Improving Lifestyle in European Countries

2015 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 77-101 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gioia Mura ◽  
Nuno B.F Rocha ◽  
Ingo Helmich ◽  
Henning Budde ◽  
Sergio Machado ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Vigorous Physical Activity ◽  
European Countries ◽  
Cardiovascular Risks ◽  
Physical Activity Interventions ◽  
School Based ◽  
Unhealthy Eating ◽  
Obesity And Overweight ◽  
Multicomponent Interventions

Background : In the last decades, children’s and adolescents’ obesity and overweight have increased in European Countries. Unhealthy eating habits and sedentary lifestyle have been recognized to determine such an epidemic. Schools represent an ideal setting to modify harmful behaviors, and physical activity could be regarded as a potential way to avoid the metabolic risks related to obesity. Methods : A systematic review of the literature was carried out to summarize the evidence of school-based interventions aimed to promote, enhance and implement physical activity in European schools. Only randomized controlled trials were included, carried out in Europe from January 2000 to April 2014, universally delivered and targeting pupils aged between 3 and 18 years old. Results : Forty-seven studies were retrieved based either on multicomponent interventions or solely physical activity programs. Most aimed to prevent obesity and cardiovascular risks among youths. While few studies showed a decrease in BMI, positive results were achieved on other outcomes, such as metabolic parameters and physical fitness. Conclusion : Physical activity in schools should be regarded as a simple, non-expensive and enjoyable way to reach all the children and adolescents with adequate doses of moderate to vigorous physical activity.

scholarly journals Constructing a logical model in school health: experience on the Lower Amazon region

2018 ◽  
Vol 71 (3) ◽  
pp. 1198-1202
Author(s):  
Elaine Fernanda Dornelas de Souza ◽  
Maria do Carmo Souza Soares ◽  
Sueyla Ferreira da Silva dos Santos ◽  
Thais Reis Silva de Paulo ◽  
Maria Verinize Santos Brandão ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Public Schools ◽  
School Health ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Local Level ◽  
Theoretical Research ◽  
School Students ◽  
Logical Model ◽  
School Health Program ◽  
Healthy Eating Habits

ABSTRACT Objective: This experience report presents the construction of the theoretical and logic model for intervention to promote physical activity and healthy eating habits of the public schools students in the city of Parintins, Amazonas, Brazil. Method: We carried out a theoretical research and also a documentary research on the School Health Program (PSE - Programa Saúde na Escola) on the national and local level, in addition to meetings with the PSE management committee for strategic planning of the actions. Result: The municipality had no systematic structure of health practices at school. A theoretical and logical model that involved prerogatives of practice from the management of the municipality in PSE was developed. Actions to promote physical activity and healthy nutrition of primary and secondary school students were planned and promoted in schools of the PSE. Final considerations: Thus, the collective construction of this proposal contributed to the research of multi-sectoral practices related to the PSE principles and strategies, considering the particularities of the Lower Amazon context.

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