scholarly journals Effects of Eating While Walking on Blood Glucose Concentrations

Endocrines ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-21
Author(s):  
Majid Syed-Abdul ◽  
Dhwani Soni ◽  
Xin Liu ◽  
Jason Wagganer
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
The United States ◽  
Lower Body ◽  
Acute Effects ◽  
Healthy Male ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Total Food ◽  
Study Participants ◽  
Blood Glucose Concentrations ◽  
Apparently Healthy

Eating while walking is a commonly growing practice in the United States, in part due to an increase in the number of convenient dietary products (i.e., snack bars, shakes, drinks, etc.). Although eating while walking has been shown to increase total food consumption and weight gain, the acute effects of eating while walking on blood glucose (BG) concentrations are still unknown. The purpose of this study was to investigate the acute effects of eating while walking on BG. Twenty-two apparently healthy, male, physically active (PA, n = 10) and sedentary (Sed, n = 12) individuals volunteered for this study. Participants randomly performed the control [sit+snack (SS)] and experimental [walk+snack (WS)] protocol, with one week between protocols. Both protocols showed a significant increase in post-BG concentrations [SS (p < 0.001); WS (p < 0.01)], but post-BG concentrations for WS were significantly lower (p < 0.001) than SS. During SS, significantly higher post-BG concentrations were exhibited for the PA (p < 0.05) and Sed (p < 0.01) groups, whereas the WS protocol post-BG concentrations were significantly increased for the Sed group (p < 0.01). Lastly, individuals who exercised more and had a lower body mass index (BMI) were significantly correlated to lower BG concentrations in response to the 47 g carbohydrate (CHO) snack. However, these data are preliminary and may need further investigation.

scholarly journals A Comparison of the Acute Effects of Different Forms of Yoga on Physiological and Psychological Stress: A Pilot Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (17) ◽  
pp. 6090
Author(s):  
Mallory Marshall ◽  
McKenzie McClanahan ◽  
Sarah McArthur Warren ◽  
Rebecca Rogers ◽  
Christopher Ballmann
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Stress ◽  
Salivary Cortisol ◽  
Acute Stress ◽  
Physiological Stress ◽  
Instructional Video ◽  
Acute Effects ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Stress Relieving ◽  
Acute Stress Response ◽  
Study Participants

Yoga is a frequently recommended stress management strategy; however, the acute stress response to varying types of yoga are not fully clear. Thus, the purpose of this study was to compare the acute effects of meditative and power yoga on indices of physiological and psychological stress. In a crossover counterbalanced design, physically active females (n = 13; age = 20.8 yrs ± 0.8, height = 164.5 cm ± 6.1, body mass = 65.0 kg ± 13.8) who did not regularly participate in yoga or mindful training enrolled in this study. Participants completed two visits each, with a standardized instructional-video 30-min yoga session with either A) meditative (Hatha style) yoga or B) power (Vinyasa style) yoga. Prior to and immediately after each yoga bout, psychological stress was assessed using the State–Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) questionnaire, and salivary cortisol samples were obtained to measure indices of physiological stress. State anxiety scores were significantly lower following meditative yoga (p = 0.047) but were not different following power yoga (p = 0.625). Salivary cortisol levels were significantly lower following meditative yoga (p = 0.020) but not following power yoga (p = 0.242). Results indicate that acute engagement in meditative yoga decreases markers of psychological and physiological stress, while power yoga does not impart a significant stress-relieving benefit. Findings indicate that differing types of yoga may have various stress-relieving capabilities and should be considered by individuals seeking anxiolytic benefits.

scholarly journals Acute Effect of Cigarette Smoking on HRV in Current Cigarette Smokers

2015 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 59-64 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mehboba Ferdous ◽  
Sultana Ferdousi
Keyword(s):  
Cigarette Smoking ◽  
Time Domain ◽  
Acute Effect ◽  
T Test ◽  
Total Power ◽  
Vagal Activity ◽  
Cigarette Smoker ◽  
Acute Effects ◽  
Healthy Male ◽  
Apparently Healthy

Background:Cigarette smoking induced increased sympathetic activity is one of the major independent risk factor for cardiac morbidity and mortality. Objective:To assess acute effects of smoking on neuro cardiovascular regulation by analysis of time domain measures of HRV in current regular healthy male cigarette smoker. Methods:This comparative analytical study was conducted in the Department of Physiology, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU), Shahbag, Dhaka from July 2011 to June 2012. 120 apparently healthy male current regular cigarette smoker aged 20-55 years were participated in the study group. Age and BMI matched 70 apparently healthy male non smoker subjects were studied as control. To observe the acute effects data were recorded 5 and 30 min after finishing a cigarette. Time domain measures of HRV were recorded by a RMS digital polyrite D. Statistical analysis was done by independent sample t test and paired sample t test. Results: Resting pulse rate, SBP, DBP, mean heart rate were significantly higher (p<0.001) and mean R-R interval, SDNN, RMSSD and total power were significantly lower (p<0.001) in all smokers in comparison to those of healthy control.In addition, all time domain parameters were significantly decreased from their corresponding baseline value just 5 minutes after smoking and returned close to their baseline value after 30 minutes of smoking but it remained significantly lower than control value. Conclusion: The result of this study concludes that cigarette smoking had acute effect on cardiac autonomic function causing depressed vagal activity and overbalance of sympathetic function. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/jbsp.v9i2.22798 Bangladesh Soc Physiol. 2014, December; 9(2): 59-64

Study of the Correlation between Tear Glucose Concentrations and Blood Glucose Concentrations

Diabetes ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 67 (Supplement 1) ◽  
pp. 944-P
Author(s):  
MASAKAZU AIHARA ◽  
NAOTO KUBOTA ◽  
TAKASHI KADOWAKI
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Tear Glucose ◽  
Blood Glucose Concentrations

Evaluation of Renal Function of Apparently Healthy Male Cannabis Smokers of College of Health Sciences, Nnewi Campus, Anambra State, Nigeria

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Analike Rosemary Adamma ◽  
Emekwue Loveth ◽  
Ogbodo Emmanuel Chukwuemeka ◽  
Ezeugwunne Ifeoma Priscilla ◽  
Onoh Joy Obioma ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Uric Acid ◽  
Cannabis Sativa ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Cannabis Use ◽  
Total Carbon ◽  
Total Calcium ◽  
Healthy Male ◽  
Anambra State ◽  
Control Subjects ◽  
Apparently Healthy

The use of Cannabis sativa is on the increase worldwide especially among adolescents and youths. This study investigated the effect of cannabis smoking on renal functions in young and apparently healthy male students of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi campus, Anambra state, Nigeria. A total of 60 male (40 cannabis smokers and 20 controls) subjects participated in this study. A well-structured questionnaire was used to obtain the demographic data and anthropometric of subjects. Thereafter, 5mls of fasting blood sample was collected from the subjects into plain container for the estimation of biochemical parameters (creatinine, urea, uric acid, electrolytes). Renal parameters were estimated using standard methods. Data obtained were statistically analyzed using paired student t-test and pearson r correlation. Result showed that the mean serum levels of urea, creatinine, K+, Na+, Cl-, ionized calcium, total calcium, total carbon dioxide, anion gap, and pH were not significantly different in both smokers and control subjects(p>0.05). However, there was significantly higher mean serum level of uric acid (2.42 ± 38.54 vs 1.92 ± 41.61; p<0.05) and total calcium (16.0 ± 0.30 vs 10.24 ± 0.18; p<0.05) in smokers compared with control subjects. Again, BMI was significantly higher in smokers compared with non-smokers (23.96 ± 3.15; p<0.05 Vs 21.95 ± 2.17; p<0.05). Therefore, cannabis use had no deleterious effect on the kidneys, but the significantly higher uric acid levels in the smokers may provide some anti-oxidant protection. However, further studies are necessary to further unravel the full potentials of cannabis use.

Haemato-Biochemical Alterations After Epidural Administration of Dexmedetomidine Alone and in Combination with Bupivacaine in Buffalo Calves

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Jaiswal ◽  
S. S. Pandey ◽  
A. S. Parihar ◽  
N. Rajput ◽  
R. Jain
Keyword(s):  
Alkaline Phosphatase ◽  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Serum Creatinine ◽  
Total Protein ◽  
Epidural Injection ◽  
Epidural Administration ◽  
Healthy Male ◽  
Buffalo Calves ◽  
Biochemical Alterations ◽  
Biochemical Examination

The study was conducted on 12 healthy male buffalo calves weighing between 50 to 60 Kg to evaluate haemato-biochemical alterations after epidural injection of dexmedetomidine alone and in combination with bupivacaine. Haematological examination showed nonsignificant alterations. Biochemical examination showed significant increase in blood glucose, blood urea nitrogen and serum creatinine while there was nonsignificant alterations in total protein and alkaline phosphatase. All haemato-biochemical changes were transient and compensatory.

"Taming the Monster aka Uncontrolled Diabetes: A Viewpoint" (Preprint)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Swati Anand ◽  
Amardeep Kalsi ◽  
Jonathan Figueroa ◽  
Parag Mehta
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Diabetes Management ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
The United States ◽  
Phone Call ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Dietary Compliance ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Uncontrolled Diabetes ◽  
Number Of Patients

BACKGROUND HbA1c between 6% and 6.9% is associated with the lowest incidence of all‐cause and CVD mortality, with a stepwise increase in all‐cause and cardiovascular mortality in those with an HbA1c >7%. • There are 30 million individuals in the United States (9.4% of the population) currently living with Diabetes Mellitus. OBJECTIVE Improving HbA1C levels in patients with uncontrolled Diabetes with a focused and collaborative effort. METHODS Our baseline data for Diabetic patients attending the outpatient department from July 2018 to July 2019 in a University-affiliated hospital showed a total of 217 patients for one physician. • Of 217 patients, 17 had HbA1C 9 and above. We contacted these patients and discussed the need for tight control of their blood glucose levels. We intended to ensure them that we care and encourage them to participate in our efforts to improve their outcome. • We referred 13 patients that agreed to participate to the Diabetic educator who would schedule an appointment with the patients, discuss their diet, exercise, how to take medications, self-monitoring, and psychosocial factors. • If needed, she would refer them to the Nutritionist based on patients’ dietary compliance. • The patients were followed up in the next two weeks via telemedicine or a phone call by the PCP to confirm and reinforce the education provided by the diabetes educator. RESULTS Number of patients that showed an improvement in HbA1C values: 11 Cumulative decrease in HbA1C values for 13 patients: 25.3 The average reduction in HbA1C: 1.94 CONCLUSIONS Our initiative to exclusively target the blood glucose level with our multidisciplinary approach has made a positive impact, which is reflected in the outcome. • It leads to an improvement in patient compliance and facilitates diabetes management to reduce the risk for complications CLINICALTRIAL NA

scholarly journals Analyses of longitudinal, hospital clinical laboratory data with application to blood glucose concentrations

2011 ◽  
Vol 30 (27) ◽  
pp. 3208-3220 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jonathan S. Schildcrout ◽  
Sebastien Haneuse ◽  
Josh F. Peterson ◽  
Joshua C. Denny ◽  
Michael E. Matheny ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Clinical Laboratory ◽  
Laboratory Data ◽  
Blood Glucose Concentrations

scholarly journals Sport Involvement Among Middle-Aged and Older Adults With Arthritis: Motivations and Constraints to Participation

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 405-405
Author(s):  
Megan Janke ◽  
Julie Son ◽  
Jill Naar ◽  
Stephanie West ◽  
Toni Liechty ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Sport Participation ◽  
The United States ◽  
Functional Mobility ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Social Wellbeing ◽  
Constraint Negotiation ◽  
Active Leisure ◽  
Physically Active Leisure

Abstract Although participation in physical activity is recommended for adults with arthritis, research indicates individuals often stop participating in sports and physically active leisure due to the pain and symptoms associated with arthritis (Wilcox et al., 2006). Examining a group of older adults with arthritis, the present study examines motivations and constraints related to participating in sport and physically active leisure as well as how they negotiate constraints. Data (N=1203) were collected through an online questionnaire of adults aged 50 and older in the United States. This study includes individuals reporting a diagnosis of some form of arthritis (n=288; M age = 64.8, SD = 8.08). Approximately 32% self-reported participation in sport in the past 12 months. Descriptive statistics were conducted to explore motivations and constraints to sport involvement. Regressions were run to determine whether constraints and motivations explained adults’ functional mobility and social wellbeing. The most commonly identified motivation for participation was for health purposes (80.2%). Constraints to participation included not being in good enough shape (51.9%) and not having others their age with whom to participate (47.4%). The most commonly identified constraint negotiation was to budget money (51.4%); this is not surprising since sport participation was perceived as expensive (41.3%). Motivations (p&lt;.01) and constraints (p&lt;.001) significantly predicted functional mobility; constraints significantly predicted some aspects of social wellbeing (i.e., coherence, contribution, actualization; p&lt;.05) while constraint negotiation predicted social acceptance (p&lt;.05) and integration (p&lt;.001). Discussion will include implications and strategies for agencies and professionals who work with adults who have arthritis.

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