scholarly journals Dietary Consumption of Polyphenols in University Students—Relationship with Their Health-Related Habits

Proceedings ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 61 (1) ◽  
pp. 21
Author(s):  
Maria J Rodríguez-Lagunas ◽  
Francisco J Pérez-Cano ◽  
Filipa Vicente ◽  
Paula Pereira ◽  
Margarida Castell
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
University Students ◽  
Smoking Habit ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Daily Consumption ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Consumption Frequency ◽  
Lifestyle Questionnaire ◽  
Health Related ◽  
The Relationship

Polyphenols are compounds derived from plants found in foods with potential health benefits due to their antioxidant properties. The aim of this study was to establish the consumption of polyphenols in university students and the relationship between the amount of polyphenols consumed and their health-related habits. For this, 270 university students answered a validated food consumption frequency questionnaire (FFQ), a physical activity questionnaire (IPAQ), and a health and lifestyle questionnaire. From the FFQ, the daily consumption of classes and subclasses of polyphenols was calculated. Then, the population was classified in terciles according to the polyphenol consumption, and the physical activity, smoking habits, and the prevalence of allergy and obesity in each tercile was established. The consumption of polyphenols was about 1.5 g/day, being flavonoids and phenolic acids the most consumed. The main sources of polyphenol consumption were cocoa, coffee, and to a lesser extent, fruits. There were no significant differences in consumption according to sex, BMI, health status, or physical activity. The smoking habit was related to a high consumption of polyphenols, mainly those that came from coffee and cocoa. Students who smoke had a higher consumption of polyphenols with respect to nonsmokers, especially those derived from coffee.

Reasons and Barriers for University Students’ Leisure-Time Physical Activity: Moderating Effect of Health Education

2019 ◽  
Vol 126 (6) ◽  
pp. 1084-1100 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saulius Sukys ◽  
Vida J. Cesnaitiene ◽  
Arunas Emeljanovas ◽  
Brigita Mieziene ◽  
Irena Valantine ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Health Education ◽  
University Students ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Fitness And Health ◽  
The Relationship

This study aimed to investigate the relationship between health education and motives and barriers for university students’ engagement in leisure-time physical activity (PA). The research sample included 709 students (312 females and 397 males) in different years of study, ranging in age between 18-25 years. A questionnaire survey method revealed a significant positive relationship between fitness and health motives and students’ leisure-time PA. External barriers were negative predictors of students’ leisure-time PA, while more health education-related courses per week were positively associated with students’ leisure-time PA. Finally, we found that the number of health education-related courses per week moderated the relationship between fitness and health motives and students’ leisure-time PA. These findings suggest that university students’ fitness and health motives and external barriers to be physically active outweigh other motives and barriers in determining their leisure-time PA. In addition, health education in university studies can effectively increase students’ health-related motivation for PA.

Physical Activity in Older Adults in Relation to Place of Residence and Coexistent Chronic Diseases

2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-28 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joanna Kostka ◽  
Tomasz Kostka ◽  
Ewa Borowiak
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older People ◽  
Smoking Habit ◽  
Living Environment ◽  
Lower Education Level ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Urban Rural ◽  
Lower Education ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Background:The goal of this study was to assess the physical activity (PA) and its determinants of older people living in the 3 different environments.Methods:Three equal (n = 693 each) groups of individuals aged ≥65 years living in urban, rural and institutional environments took part in this study. PA was measured by the Seven Day Recall PA Questionnaire (energy expenditure—PA-EE) and the Stanford Usual Activity Questionnaire (health-related behaviors—PA-HRB).Results:PA-EE was highest in the rural environment and lowest in nursing homes. PA-HRB were most common in urban area. Older age, lower education level, several concomitant diseases and the number of systematically used medications were consistently related to lower PA-EE and PA-HRB. Smoking habit, presence of hypertension, musculoskeletal and gastrointestinal disorders had different association to PA-EE and PA-HRB in the 3 environments.Conclusions:Subpopulations of older people differ from the general population with regard to their level of PA and its association with sociodemographic data and concomitant diseases. Concomitant serious diseases significantly decrease the level of PA of older subjects. The relationship between PA and nondebilitating disorders may vary depending on the living environment or PA assessment methodology.

scholarly journals Relationship between Cocoa Intake and Healthy Status: A Pilot Study in University Students

Molecules ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 812 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Rodríguez-Lagunas ◽  
Filipa Vicente ◽  
Paula Pereira ◽  
Margarida Castell ◽  
Francisco Pérez-Cano
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Health Status ◽  
University Students ◽  
Limited Information ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Human Immunity ◽  
Neuroprotective Actions ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Positive Effect ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Due to its polyphenol content, cocoa’s potential health effects are attracting much attention, showing, among other things, cardioprotective, anti-inflammatory, anti-obesity, and neuroprotective actions. However, there is very limited information regarding the effect of cocoa on human immunity. This study aimed to establish the relationship between cocoa consumption and health status, focusing on physical activity habits and allergy prevalence in young people. For this, a sample of 270 university students was recruited to complete a food frequency questionnaire, the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ), and a lifestyle and health status questionnaire. The results were analysed by classifying the participants into tertiles defined according to their cocoa consumption: low (LC), moderate (MC), and high (HC) consumers. The consumption of cocoa inversely correlated with physical activity and the MC group had significantly less chronic disease frequency than the LC group. The percentage of allergic people in the MC and HC groups was lower than that in the LC group and, moreover, the cocoa intake, especially moderate consumption, was also associated with a lower presence of allergic symptoms. Thus, from these results a positive effect of cocoa intake on allergy can be suggested in the young population.

scholarly journals Changes of body composition among university students depending on the consumption frequency of selected bakery products

2021 ◽  
pp. 281-290
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
University Students ◽  
Body Fat ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Fat Free Mass ◽  
Wheat Bread ◽  
Bakery Products ◽  
Fat Percentage ◽  
Anthropometric Parameters ◽  
Consumption Frequency

Background. Bakery products such as bread, rolls, croissants and others are an important part of eating habits. Recently, their consumption has been associated with an undesirable increase and prevalence of overweight or obesity. Objective. The aim of the work was to analyze the influence of the consumption frequency of selected types of bread / bakery products on anthropometric parameters in a group of university students. Material and Methods. The group was composed of 120 volunteers consuming different types of bread / bakery products with different consumption frequencies during the week. The anthropometric parameters were measured by InBody 720. To obtain information on the frequency of consumption we used the questionnaire method. Results. The results suggest that in most cases it is not the type of product that is decisive, but its quantity consumed and frequency of consumption supported by low daily physical activity, resp. sedentary lifestyle. We found similar results of the influence of the consumption frequency on anthropometric parameters for all types of bread. Low levels of physical activity, basal metabolism and consumption of selected types of bakery products (wheat bread, wheat rolls, sweet pastries and gluten-free variants) can cause an increase in visceral as well as total body fat, weight gain, BMI, at the expense of fat-free mass. Our results showed that the groups of participants who did not consume a certain type of bread at all, rarely or 1 to 3 times a week, showed higher values of the examined parameters (BMI, body weight, body fat percentage, WHR) compared to the group which consumed a particular type of bakery products on average 4 to 7 times a week. The parameter´s values were largely influenced by the levels of physical activity. Conclusions. Based on the results it is possible to assume that if the bakery products are the part of a balanced diet with regard to the individual energy needs, it should not be the main cause of overweight / obesity in humans.

The relationship between physical activity attitude and life satisfaction: A sample of university students in Turkey

Work ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Cihan Ayhan ◽  
Özkan Işik ◽  
Zülbiye Kaçay
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Correlation Analysis ◽  
University Students ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Outcome Expectation ◽  
Satisfaction With Life Scale ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Relationship

BACKGROUND: Physical activity is very important for a healthy life in the human existence, and regular physical activity and high attitudes towards physical activity can contribute to higher levels of life satisfaction of individuals. OBJECTIVE: This study was aimed to investigate the relationship between university students’ attitudes towards physical activity and their life satisfaction levels. METHODS: In the study, the Cognitive Behavioral Physical Activity Questionnaire was used to measure the participants’ attitudes towards physical activity. In order to measure the participants’ life satisfaction levels, The Satisfaction with Life Scale was used. Descriptive statistics, independent sample t-test, One-way ANOVA, Pearson correlation analysis, and regression analysis were used in the analysis of the obtained data. RESULTS: According to gender, it was determined that there was a statistically significant difference both in the result expectation and self-regulation sub-dimensions of physical activity attitude and the total score of physical activity attitude. When the correlation analysis results were analyzed, the statistically significant positive relationship between life satisfaction and outcome expectation, self-regulation sub-dimensions of physical activity attitude, and the total score of physical activity attitude was determined. Also, it was found that the attitude towards physical activity explained approximately 6%of life satisfaction. CONCLUSIONS: It was determined that as the attitudes of the participants towards physical activity increased, their life satisfaction increased.

Childhood Depressive Symptoms, Physical Activity and Health Related Fitness

2003 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 419-439 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lois Michaud Tomson ◽  
Robert P. Pangrazi ◽  
Glenn Friedman ◽  
Ned Hutchison
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Relative Risk ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Symptoms Of Depression ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Health Related Fitness

While research has confirmed a negative relationship between adult depression and physical activity, there is little evidence for children. This study examined the relationship of being classified as physically active or inactive by a parent or a teacher to depressive symptoms in children 8 to 12 years of age (N = 933). It also assessed the relationship of playing sports outside of school, and of meeting health related fitness standards, to symptoms of depression. Relative risk of depressive symptoms for inactive classification was 2.8 to 3.4 times higher than it was for active, 1.3 to 2.4 times higher for children not playing sports outside of school, and 1.5 to 4.0 times higher for those not meeting health related fitness goals.

Physical activity as a factor of health-related behaviour in Czech adults

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (8) ◽  
pp. 21-31
Author(s):  
Kristyna Sindelarova
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Subjective Health ◽  
Health Complaints ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Health Promoting ◽  
Behavior Health ◽  
Health Related Behaviour ◽  
The Relationship

Physical activity is an important salutoprotective component of health-related behaviour, which delays cardiovascular ageing and prolongs life. The aim of this research is to map the extent of physical activity carried out by adults in the Czech Republic, assess the influence of determinants of physical activity and examine the relationship between physical activity and subjective health complaints. The research sample consisted of 1,263 Czech adult respondents aged 22–93. The volume of physical activity decreases with age. Based on regression analysis, we identified the strongest predictors of physical activity such as age, gender and the personality dimensions of ascendancy and vigour (according to Gordon Personal Profile - Inventory (GPP-I)). Men are more physically active than women, yet 51% of all respondents did not meet the minimum recommended amount of sports physical activity. It was confirmed that the higher extent of physical activity reduces the number of health complaints. Keywords: Physical activity (overall, sports, non-sports), health-promoting behavior, health complaints, age.

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