scholarly journals Evaluation of Dietary Patterns and Health Status of Young Adults from Turkey: University Students from Urban and Rural Provinces

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
High Risk ◽  
University Students ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Consumption Rate ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Risk Level ◽  
Risk Levels ◽  
Main Meal ◽  
Very High

Young people’s taking nutrition in a healthy way and their getting proper eating habits are of great importance in terms of both individuals and society as a whole. However, the studies that have been conducted in our country show that the young skip meals, their consumption rate of fruits and vegetables is low and fast-food is their eating habit. This study was conducted with the participation of 617 students selected by random sampling method on a voluntary basis (313 female and 304 male) from the age range of 17-30 who are continuing their education at Ankara University (Faculty of Language, History and Geography) and Cumhuriyet University. In this study where the aim was to determine the basic eating habits, risk levels of eating habits and the frequency of food consumption of university students, students were given a questionnaire and by taking their anthropometric height and weight measures Body Mass Index was evaluated. 5.3% of the students was found to be underweight (<18.5 kg/m2 ), 63.4% was normal (19-24.99 kg/m2 ), 23.2% was overweight (≥25 kg/m2 ) and 8.1% was obese (≥30 kg/m2 ). Whereas the rate of skipping main meal was 33.5%, it was determined that the most skipped meal was lunch. In the evaluation of risk levels of dietary habits, 37.8% of male students are at the high risk level and 2.6% of them are at the very high risk level. Similarly, 39.3% of females are at the high risk level and 1.9% percent of them are at the very high risk level. It was also found that the consumption rate of fruits, vegetables, milk and milk products of students was low. Therefore, it should be provided that young people will stay away unhealthy habits and they will take healthy nutrition.

scholarly journals Flood Risk Assessment of Metro System Using Improved Trapezoidal Fuzzy AHP: A Case Study of Guangzhou

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (24) ◽  
pp. 5154
Author(s):  
Guangpeng Wang ◽  
Lianyou Liu ◽  
Peijun Shi ◽  
Guoming Zhang ◽  
Jifu Liu
Keyword(s):  
High Risk ◽  
Flood Risk ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Fuzzy Ahp ◽  
Scientific Data ◽  
Risk Level ◽  
Analytic Hierarchy ◽  
Risk Levels ◽  
Metro Systems ◽  
Very High

Metro systems have become high-risk entities due to the increased frequency and severity of urban flooding. Therefore, understanding the flood risk of metro systems is a prerequisite for mega-cities’ flood protection and risk management. This study proposes a method for accurately assessing the flood risk of metro systems based on an improved trapezoidal fuzzy analytic hierarchy process (AHP). We applied this method to assess the flood risk of 14 lines and 268 stations of the Guangzhou Metro. The risk results validation showed that the accuracy of the improved trapezoidal fuzzy AHP (90% match) outperformed the traditional trapezoidal AHP (70% match). The distribution of different flood risk levels in Guangzhou metro lines exhibited a polarization signature. About 69% (155 km2) of very high and high risk zones were concentrated in central urban areas (Yuexiu, Liwan, Tianhe, and Haizhu); the three metro lines with the highest overall risk level were lines 3, 6, and 5; and the metro stations at very high risk were mainly located on metro lines 6, 3, 5, 1, and 2. Based on fieldwork, we suggest raising exits, installing watertight doors, and using early warning strategies to resist metro floods. This study can provide scientific data for decision-makers to reasonably allocate flood prevention resources, which is significant in reducing flood losses and promoting Guangzhou’s sustainable development.

scholarly journals Hábitos alimentarios y estado nutricional de los trabajadores de una empresa láctea del norte de Ecuador

Bionatura ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 872-875
Author(s):  
Concepción Magdalena Espín Capelo ◽  
Secundino González Pardo ◽  
Juan Carlos Folleco Guerrero ◽  
Rosa Ana Quintanilla Bedón ◽  
Silvia Marcela Baquero Cárdena ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
The Body ◽  
Daily Consumption ◽  
Very High

The aim of the present study was to determine the dietary habits and nutritional status of workers in a dairy company in northern Ecuador. Observational, descriptive and transversal research, which used the survey through a questionnaire with sociodemographic and anthropometric variables to determine the nutritional status; and, the frequency of consumption to identify eating habits. The results report a preponderance of the masculine sex and mestizo ethnicity among the workers, with an age range between 30 and 60 years. Regarding the nutritional status, according to the Body Mass Index, 56.0% of workers are overweight, 8.2% Obesity level I, and 0.5% Obesity level II. In the Waist Circumference according to sex, it was found that in women (82-88 cm) there is a high risk in 32.7%; very high risk (> 88 cm) and 26.5%; in men 13.5% high risk (95-102 cm) and 5.3% very high risk (> 102 cm). In terms of eating habits, according to the frequency of consumption survey, 78.0% consume 3 to 4 meal times; being the less consumed refreshments, the foods that ingest the most are rice, potatoes, bread, sugar, eggs and dairy with frequent daily consumption and the less consumed are fruits, vegetables and legumes with a frequency of 1 week consumption. It is concluded that body mass index and waist circumference increase in relation to the advance of age and eating habits due to excess and nutritional imbalance.

Adapting Gravity Model for Predicting the Risk of COVID -19 in Nigeria

Coronaviruses ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 01 ◽  
Author(s):  
Olanrewaju Samson Olaitan ◽  
Olowoporoku Oluwaseun
Keyword(s):  
High Risk ◽  
Gross Domestic Product ◽  
Gravity Model ◽  
Infection Risk ◽  
Risk Level ◽  
Ogun State ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Government Data ◽  
Housing Standards ◽  
Very High

Background: It is against the background of the emerging incidence of coronavirus pandemic in Nigeria, and the need for its management that this study adapts gravity model for predicting the risk of the disease across states of the country. Methods: The paper relied on published government data on population, and gross domestic product, while the distance of town to the nearest international airport was also obtained. These data were log transformed and further used in the calculation of gravity scores for each state of the federation. Results: The study discovered that with the gravity score ranging from 2.942 to 4.437, all the states of the federation have the risk of being infected with the pandemic. Meanwhile Ogun State (4.837) has a very high risk of being infected with the disease. Other states with high risks are Oyo (4.312), Jigawa (4.235), Niger (4.148) and Katsina (4.083). However, Taraba State has the least infection risk of the pandemic in Nigeria. Factors influencing the risk level of the pandemic are proximity, porous boundary between states, and elitism. Conclusion: The paper advocates border settlement planning, review of housing standards, and advocacy for sanitation in different states. It therefore concludes that adequate urban planning in unison with economic and epidemiology techniques will provide a strong strategy for the management of the disease.

scholarly journals Does COVID-19 change dietary habits and lifestyle behaviours in Kuwait: a community-based cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Wafaa Husain ◽  
Fatemah Ashkanani
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Lifestyle Behaviours ◽  
Late Night ◽  
Main Meal

Abstract Background The coronavirus pandemic has transformed and continues to transform and affect the daily lives of communities worldwide, particularly due to the lockdown restrictions. Therefore, this study was designed to understand the changes in dietary and lifestyle behaviours that are major determinants of health during the COVID-19 outbreak. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted through an online questionnaire using a convenience sample of 415 adults living in Kuwait (age range 18–73 years). Results The rate of skipping breakfast remained consistent, with a slight increase during the pandemic. Lunch remained the main reported meal before and during COVID-19. Compared to before COVID-19, people were much more likely have a late-night snack or meal during COVID-19 (OR = 3.57 (95% CI 1.79–7.26), p < 0.001). Moreover, there was a drastic decrease in the frequency of fast-food consumption during COVID-19, up to 82% reported not consuming fast food (p < 0.001). There was a significant increase in the percentage of participants who had their main meal freshly made (OR = 59.18 (95% CI 6.55–1400.76), p = 0.001). Regarding food group patterns, no significant differences were found before and during the pandemic in terms of the weekly frequency of consumption, except in the case of fish and seafood. There were no remarkable changes in beverage consumption habits among participants before and during the pandemic, except for Americano coffee and fresh juice. Furthermore, there was a great reduction in physical activity and an increase in the amount of screen time and sedentary behaviours. A notable increase was detected in day-time sleep and a decrease in night-time sleep among participants. Conclusion In general, this study indicates some changes in daily life, including changes in some eating practices, physical activity and sleeping habits during the pandemic. It is important that the government considers the need for nutrition education programmes and campaigns, particularly during this critical period of the pandemic in Kuwait.

scholarly journals Comparison of the ColiPlate™ Kit with Two Common E. coli Enumeration Methods for Water

Water ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (13) ◽  
pp. 1804
Author(s):  
Cassi J. Gibson ◽  
Abraham K. Maritim ◽  
Jason W. Marion
Keyword(s):  
High Risk ◽  
Natural Water ◽  
Membrane Filtration ◽  
Fecal Contamination ◽  
Reference Method ◽  
World Health ◽  
Risk Levels ◽  
E Coli ◽  
Field Samples ◽  
Very High

Quantitatively assessing fecal indicator bacteria in drinking water from limited resource settings (e.g., disasters, remote areas) can inform public health strategies for reducing waterborne illnesses. This study aimed to compare two common approaches for quantifying Escherichia coli (E. coli) density in natural water versus the ColiPlate™ kit approach. For comparing methods, 41 field samples from natural water sources in Kentucky (USA) were collected. E. coli densities were then determined by (1) membrane filtration in conjunction with modified membrane-thermotolerant E. coli (mTEC) agar, (2) Idexx Quanti-Tray® 2000 with the Colilert® substrate, and (3) the Bluewater Biosciences ColiPlate kit. Significant correlations were observed between E. coli density data for all three methods (p < 0.001). Paired t-test results showed no difference in E. coli densities determined by all the methods (p > 0.05). Upon assigning modified mTEC as the reference method for determining the World Health Organization-assigned “very high-risk” levels of fecal contamination (> 100 E. coli CFU/100 mL), both ColiPlate and Colilert exhibited excellent discrimination for screening very high-risk levels according to the area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (~89%). These data suggest ColiPlate continues to be an effective monitoring tool for quantifying E. coli density and characterizing fecal contamination risks from water.

scholarly journals Changes in Eating Habits among Displaced and Non-Displaced University Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (15) ◽  
pp. 5369
Author(s):  
Rita Bárbara ◽  
Cíntia Ferreira-Pêgo
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Coffee Consumption ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Sugary Drinks ◽  
Unhealthy Eating ◽  
Fish Ingestion ◽  
Displaced Students

Nowadays the younger generations are moving their food habits from the traditional diet to a Western diet, which is low in fruits and vegetables and high in fat and sugary drinks. University students are a particularly vulnerable population once, with the entrance to university, they are subjected to new influences and responsibilities; in particular, those who live far from their parents’ houses are more predisposed to unhealthy eating habits. To assess the influence that admission to university has had on the frequency of intake of certain foods and meals as well as their adherence to the Mediterranean diet (MedDiet), self-administered questionnaires were applied. The sample included 97 Portuguese students, with an average age of 21 years, a normal weight, according to body mass index, and an average MedDiet adherence. Most of the individuals did not smoke and the majority did not drink coffee. It was also observed that displaced students consume fast food more frequently compared to the period before they start university. Fish ingestion decreased and coffee consumption increased, in the same group, after starting their university studies.

scholarly journals Diet Quality Compared to the Nutritional Knowledge of Polish, German, and Slovakian University Students—Preliminary Research

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (23) ◽  
pp. 9062
Author(s):  
Edyta Suliga ◽  
Elżbieta Cieśla ◽  
Sven Michel ◽  
Helena Kaducakova ◽  
Titus Martin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Diet Quality ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Nutritional Knowledge ◽  
Health Practitioners ◽  
Food And Nutrition ◽  
Fried Foods ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Watching Tv

The eating habits of students differ significantly from those recommended by health practitioners. The aim of this study was to find differences related to diet quality and knowledge on nutrition among Polish, German, and Slovakian students as well as to examine which factors differentiate the diet quality of students from these three countries. The study was conducted on a group of 394 university students from Poland, Germany, and Slovakia. The assessment of diet quality and knowledge on food and nutrition was done with the use of the Dietary Habits and Nutrition Beliefs Questionnaire. The diet of German students was characterized by a significantly higher consumption of legume-based foods, vegetables, and fruit compared to Polish students and Slovakian participants (p < 0.001). The diet of the Poles was characterized by a high consumption of cured meat, smoked sausages, hot dogs, white bread and bakery products, butter, fried foods, and energy drinks. The most important factors significantly associated with diet quality involved the country, place of residence, Body Mass Index (BMI), physical activity, and time spent watching TV or using a computer. Polish students were characterized by the highest level of knowledge on food and nutrition (p < 0.001). However, it was not reflected in their diet. The authorities of universities should aim to provide students with access to canteens on campuses which would offer the possibility of consumption of both affordable and healthy meals.

Eating habits of urban youth aged 16-18

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 55-61
Author(s):  
M. Zalewska ◽  
A. Zubrycki ◽  
K. Czarniecka-Bargłowska ◽  
E Maciorkowska
Keyword(s):  
Urban Youth ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Human Growth ◽  
Late Time ◽  
Sweetened Beverages ◽  
Normal Human ◽  
Human Growth And Development ◽  
Obesity Hypertension

Introduction: Nutrition is one of the most essential factors conditioning normal human growth and development. Nutritional errors can be the basis for the emergence and development of obesity, hypertension, atherosclerosis, osteoporosis or postural defects. Purpose: The study aimed to learn about the dietary habits of urban high-school youth. Materials and methods: The study was conducted using the original questionnaire in 2013 and covered 200 students of randomly selected high schools. Results: Among the subjects, 70.8% consumed 4 or 5 meals during the day. The boys have eaten five meals significantly more often during the day than girls. The first breakfast was consumed by 76.5% of students and the second breakfast with 69.7%. Of the subjects, 80% indicated the eating between meals. The girls preferred sweets, fruit, and sandwiches, and the boys had sandwiches, sweets, and dairy drinks. The highest percentage of the examined youth ate sweets 3-4 times a week (41.6% girls and 35.6% boys). The respondents who consumed fast food once a week constituted of 60.9% of girls and 48.7% of boys. The girls consumed sweetened drinks most often once a week, and boys 3-4 times a week. Conclusions: Nutritional errors of adolescents consisted of irregular consumption of meals, late time of the last meal before bedtime, consumption of a large number of sweet and spicy snacks and sweetened beverages were found. Wrong nutrition concerned both girls and boys

Effects of Food Habits on Menstrual Cycle among Adolescent Girls

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 53-61
Author(s):  
Kapil Amgain ◽  
Sujana Neupane
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Food Habits ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Food Habit ◽  
Vegetarian Diet ◽  
Dietary Habit ◽  
Cross Sectional

Background: Menstruation, a normal physiological process in a woman’s body is affected by dietary habit and it can arise different menstrual disorders. The aim of this study is to find out the menstrual health status of young females and their association with their food habits. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among the nursing students of Maharajgunj Nursing Campus from March 2019 to September 2019.. Pretested and the semistructured questionnaire were used to collect the data regarding menstrual history, dietary habits, fast food intake, and food skipping behavior. HEAT (Healthy Eating Assessment Tool) Score was used to assess the food habit and the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) was used to assess the intensity of dysmenorrhea. Result: Data was collected among 140 students. The mean age was 24.56±2.65 years. The study showed that 87.9% had problems, and 80.7% have dysmenorrhea. The occurrence of the menstrual problems was more in the participants who were having a non-vegetarian diet than in a vegetarian diet which was statistically significant (p<0.001). Similarly, 68.6% of the participants eat fast food and 91.6 % of them have menstrual problems. Meal skipping habit was found to significantly associated with the menstrual problems (P=0.03). Similarly, 105 (75%) of the participants had good food eating habits, and 32 (22.9%) of the participants had poor eating habits. The poor eating habit was significantly associated with menstrual problems. The intensity of dysmenorrhea was more in the participant having a nonvegetarian diet. Further, the pain was more severe among the participants who consume tea and coffee more frequently.   Conclusion: The menstrual problems were the alarming problems in the adolescent college going girls of Kathmandu Valley. Excessive intake of junk/fast food, alcohol, and tea/coffee had a significant association with menstrual problems.

scholarly journals What Constraints Do the Students have for Nutrition Habits? A Research on Higher Education Students

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Orhan Batman ◽  
Mehmet Sarıışık ◽  
Akif Gökçe
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Research Problem ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
School Students ◽  
Wide Audience

Heirs of future and potential tourists, students face with various difficulties during university period. The very primary step of physiological needs, eating habits and constraints, of such a wide audience who are supposed to be at the top of self-realization is an issue that is carefully be focused on. The aim of this study which tries to investigate Bartın Vocational School students’ tendency and constraints on nutrition is to search and identify daily main meals and snacks of students; to determine body-mass index on age basis;; and to evaluate the arguments whether interdependent variables such as economic level, place of residence and gender which are allegedly affect nutritional care have influence on food choice. This study is considered important because it assesses dietary habits and tendencies of consumers with different levels of opportunity and limited incomes. In this context, secondary data have been given in theoretical framework. Primary data, on the other hand, have been obtained through a questionnaire that is compiled from various sources. Research problem and hypotheses have been tested by parametric test Independent-Samples T Test and frequency analysis. As results of the research, the findings that students do not have adequate nutrition awareness though their body-mass index is in normal range; that they consume fast food particularly during the day; and that this situation leads to the so-called morbid obesity health problems have been discussed. In addition, policy recommendations and suggestions have been made in this regard.

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