YOGA FOR MENOPAUSE

Yoga has recognized as a major role in modern society since it provides a healthy lifestyle for all age groups but it is more important for menopausal women. Natural menopause can occur between 45-55 years of women’s midlife and most women spend their life with symptoms after they reach menopause. Therapeutic yoga consists of breathing techniques (Pranayama), hand gestures (Mudra), vocal tones (Mandra), gentle movements (Asana) and different forms of meditation. Hatha yoga focuses on pranayama’s (breath-controlled exercises) which followed by a series of asanas (Yoga Postures), which end with savasana (a resting period). As many research has showed positive effects of yoga on menopausal symptoms. While therapeutic yoga can help to handle the women in stressful situations gracefully and adopt well to change and keep moving forward in their midlife after attain menopause.

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Obesity in Menopausal Women

Likarska sprava ◽

10.31640/jvd.1-2.2018(06) ◽

2018 ◽

pp. 36-40

Author(s):

O. N. Bilovol ◽

I. I. Knyazkova ◽

V. N. Mishchenko ◽

M. V. Bogun

Keyword(s):

Weight Gain ◽

Chronic Diseases ◽

Sex Hormones ◽

Social Problems ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Modern Society ◽

Fat Tissue ◽

Pathogenetic Mechanisms ◽

Menopausal Women ◽

The World

Obesity is one of the most important medical and social problems of modern society. This pathology is one of the most common chronic diseases in the world. The review studies pathogenetic mechanisms of obesity during menopause, as well as the participation of sex hormones in fat tissue metabolism. A better understanding of the causes and mechanisms of weight gain during this period of a woman's life suggests that obesity is not inevitable and can be effectively countered by the implementation of the principles of healthy lifestyle, and if necessary, by medicated correction as well.

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Antinutrients in Plant-based Foods: A Review

The Open Biotechnology Journal ◽

10.2174/1874070701913010068 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 13 (1) ◽

pp. 68-76 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

Aneta Popova ◽

Dasha Mihaylova

Keyword(s):

Human Health ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Modern Society ◽

Negative Influence ◽

The Body ◽

Nutritional Deficiencies ◽

Easy Access ◽

Positive Effects ◽

Food Content ◽

Published Research

Modern society has easy access to a vast informational database. The pursuit of sustainable green and healthy lifestyle leads to a series of food choices. Therefore, it is of importance to provide reliable, comprehensive and up-to-date information about food content including both nutritional and antinutritional elements. Nutrients are associated with positive effects on human health. Antinutrients, on the other hand, are far less popular for the contemporary man. They are highly bioactive, capable of deleterious effects as well as some beneficial health effects in man, and vastly available in plant-based foods. These compounds are of natural or synthetic origin, interfere with the absorption of nutrients, and can be responsible for some mischievous effects related to the nutrient absorption. Some of the common symptoms exhibited by a large amount of antinutrients in the body can be nausea, bloating, headaches, rashes, nutritional deficiencies, etc. Phytates, oxalates, and lectins are few of the well-known antinutrients. Science has acknowledged several ways in order to alter the negative influence antinutrients exhibiting on human health. Mechanical, thermal and biochemical approaches act synergistically to provide food with lower antinutritional levels. The purpose of this review was to synthesize the availability of antinutrients, clear their effect on the human body, and commemorate possible paths to disable them. This review provides links to the available literature as well as enables a systematic view of the recently published research on the topic of plant-based antinutrients.

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Resveratrol Enhances the Cytotoxic Activity of Lymphocytes from Menopausal Women

Antioxidants ◽

10.3390/antiox10121914 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 10 (12) ◽

pp. 1914

Author(s):

Andrea Di Credico ◽

Giulia Gaggi ◽

Pascal Izzicupo ◽

Ines Bucci ◽

Angela Di Baldassarre

Keyword(s):

Cytotoxic Activity ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Immune Surveillance ◽

Antioxidant Properties ◽

Redox Balance ◽

Noncommunicable Diseases ◽

Positive Effects ◽

Increased Risk ◽

Menopausal Women ◽

Total Antioxidant

Nutraceuticals and functional foods are the main sources of antioxidants and have positive effects on health through regulation of the redox balance. Accordingly, they represent a useful nutritional source for the prevention of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). Menopausal women have an increased risk of developing NCDs due to hormonal dysregulation and the ongoing aging process. Accordingly, a healthy lifestyle and good nutritional habits are of utmost importance in this population. Resveratrol (RSV) is a natural polyphenol, and it is used as a nutraceutical given its estrogenic, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. The aim of this study was to analyze the effects of RSV on the lymphocyte cytotoxicity in menopausal women. Lymphocytes from 13 healthy menopausal women (56.18 ± 4.24 years) were isolated, and then cocultured with hTERT-HME1, a breast cell line with a precancerous phenotype. The results showed that, when treated with RSV, lymphocytes significantly increased the TNF-α production (p < 0.001), the formation of immune synapses (p = 0.009), and the target cell lysis (p = 0.002). No effects were detected in the lymphocyte total antioxidant capacity. In conclusion, RSV might enhance the immune surveillance in menopausal women by increasing the cytotoxic activity of lymphocytes.

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Hormonal contraception as a method of social adaptation of women in modern society

GYNECOLOGY ◽

10.26442/20795696.2019.3.190593 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 21 (3) ◽

pp. 17-21

Author(s):

Tatyana Yu Pestrikova ◽

Elena A Yurasova ◽

Igor V Yurasov ◽

Tamara D Kovaleva

Keyword(s):

Ethinyl Estradiol ◽

Hormonal Contraception ◽

Modern Society ◽

Well Being ◽

Social Adaptation ◽

Female Employment ◽

Hormonal Contraceptives ◽

Aim Analysis ◽

Positive Effects ◽

Chlormadinone Acetate

Relevance. Currently, women make up more than 40% of the global workforce and more than half of students studying at universities around the world. Women's education, especially at a high level, tends to increase female employment. The mismatch of the style and rhythm of modern life with a genetically determined and working millennium reproductive program requires the choice of a specific approach to social adaptation. Aim. Analysis of literary sources on the use of hormonal contraception as a method of social adaptation. Materials and methods. To write this review, domestic and foreign publications were searched in Russian and international search systems (PubMed, eLibrary, etc.) for the last 2-10 years. The review included articles from peer-reviewed literature. Results. The review describes the features of modern hormonal contraceptives. Their non-contraceptive effects are presented. The individual non-contraceptive effects of a combined oral contraceptive containing 30 mg of ethinyl estradiol and 2 mg of chlormadinone acetate were determined. It has been established that the use of this contraceptive helps to improve the well-being and mood of patients, which allows you to actively use this contraceptive in routine clinical practice with premenstrual syndrome, dysmenorrhea, without the use of analgesics. Conclusions. The numerous positive effects of ethinyl estradiol and chlormadinone acetate allow the use of the drug as a means to increase social adaptation, and, consequently, improve the quality of life.

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The Beneficial Health Effects of Vegetables and Wild Edible Greens: The Case of the Mediterranean Diet and Its Sustainability

Applied Sciences ◽

10.3390/app10249144 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 10 (24) ◽

pp. 9144

Author(s):

Elena Chatzopoulou ◽

Márcio Carocho ◽

Francesco Di Gioia ◽

Spyridon A. Petropoulos

Keyword(s):

Health Effects ◽

Mediterranean Diet ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Scientific Interest ◽

Mediterranean Populations ◽

Cultural Aspects ◽

Positive Effects ◽

Healthy Diets ◽

The World ◽

The Mediterranean

The Mediterranean diet (MD) concept as currently known describes the dietary patterns that were followed in specific regions of the area in the 1950s and 1960s. The broad recognition of its positive effects on the longevity of Mediterranean populations also led to the adoption of this diet in other regions of the world, and scientific interest focused on revealing its health effects. MD is not only linked with eating specific nutritional food products but also with social, religious, environmental, and cultural aspects, thus representing a healthy lifestyle in general. However, modern lifestyles adhere to less healthy diets, alienating people from their heritage. Therefore, considering the increasing evidence of the beneficial health effects of adherence to the MD and the ongoing transitions in consumers’ behavior, the present review focuses on updating the scientific knowledge regarding this diet and its relevance to agrobiodiversity. In addition, it also considers a sustainable approach for new marketing opportunities and consumer trends of the MD.

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The Comparison of Physical Activity, Sedentary Behavior, and Mental Health between Early Menopausal Women and Age-Matched General Middle-Aged Women

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph18147256 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 18 (14) ◽

pp. 7256

Author(s):

Ji-Su Kim ◽

Ju-Pil Choe ◽

Jeong-Hui Park ◽

Eunhye Yoo ◽

Jung-Min Lee

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Physical Activity ◽

Sedentary Behavior ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Multinomial Logistic Regression ◽

Middle Aged ◽

General Group ◽

Menopausal Women ◽

Global Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽

Causes Of Mortality

The current study is to examine the differences in physical activity (PA), sedentary behavior (SB), and mental health (i.e., stress, depression, and suicidal behaviors) between early menopausal women and age-matched general middle-aged women. Among 1348 participants in South Korea, 674 participants who experienced menopause before the age of 45 were defined as the early menopausal group, and 674 women who experienced menopause from 45 years to 55 years were classified as the general group by matching age based on early menopausal women. PA, SB, and mental health were evaluated by using the Global Physical Activity Questionnaire (GPAQ). An independent t-test was used to compare the associations of PA, SB, and mental health between the two groups. To demonstrate the predictors of early menopause, variables in the study were analyzed by multinomial logistic regression. The main findings were that moderate-to-vigorous PA (MVPA) and light PA (LPA) had significant differences between the two groups, but SB had no significant differences. In mental health, only perceived stress had significant differences in this study. The moderate level of stress in the early menopausal group was twice as high as that of the general group, and the severe level of stress was even 2.6 times higher than the general group. PA plays an essential role in mitigating the causes of mortality and the risk of various chronic diseases and improving quality of life; thus, the main findings of this study could be important to provide insights on the corresponding impact between early menopausal women and PA to encourage their healthy lifestyle. Further longitudinal studies are needed to examine the mechanisms underlying the effects of PA, SB, and mental health on early menopausal women.

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Food intake, physical activity and quality of life among children and youth

Work ◽

10.3233/wor-213492 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-10

Author(s):

Emília Martins ◽

Rosina Fernandes ◽

Francisco Mendes ◽

Cátia Magalhães ◽

Patrícia Araújo

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Physical Activity ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Eating Habits ◽

Age Groups ◽

Related Quality ◽

Health Related ◽

Life Habits ◽

Definition Of

BACKGROUND: The health-related quality of life construct (QoL) implies a relationship with eating habits (EA) and physical activity (PA). Sociodemographic and anthropometric variables (gender, age and Body Mass Index - BMI) are highlighted in the definition of healthy lifestyle habits promotion strategies. OBJECTIVE: We aim to characterize and relate PA, EA and QoL in children/youth and explore gender, age and BMI influences. METHODS: It is a non-experimental study, with 337 children/youth, ages between 8 and 17 years (12.61±2.96), mostly from the rural inland of Portugal. In data collection we used a sociodemographic and anthropometric questionnaire, a weekly register table of EA and Kid-Kindl (QoL). Statistical analysis (p < 0.05) were performed in SPSS-IBM 25. RESULTS: Lower BMI was associated with better EA (p < 0.001), PA (p < 0.05) and self-esteem (p < 0.01) and worse scores on family subscale of QoL. Female showed higher fruit intake (p < 0.05). The older has shown better results. PA is positively correlated with QoL (p < 0.01) and EA (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: It is important to explore other relevant social and family dimensions, to promote intervention programs with parents, school and community, as well as healthy practices policies. The intervention in these age groups is critical for a longer-term impact in improving healthy life habits.

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502 Adapting to COVID19: Can Virtual Burn Camp be as Impactful as Last Year’s In-person Camp?

Journal of Burn Care & Research ◽

10.1093/jbcr/irab032.153 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 42 (Supplement_1) ◽

pp. S98-S98

Author(s):

Jessica Banks ◽

Matt Ferdock ◽

Jennifer Nagle

Keyword(s):

Burn Injury ◽

Summer Camp ◽

Sense Of Self ◽

Age Groups ◽

Self Esteem ◽

Summer Program ◽

Critical Question ◽

Camp Counselors ◽

Positive Effects ◽

Burn Survivors

Abstract Introduction Skin is not the only casualty following a burn accident. Many children suffer long term, debilitating emotional effects from their burn injury (Abdullah et al. 1994; Kornhaber et al. 2018). Armstrong-James et al. (2018) and Maslow and Lobato (2010) found that summer camps explicitly designed for burn survivor children can positively impact children’s adaptability to stares and comments and improve their sense of self-esteem. Camp Susquehanna has been a summer camp for burn survivors for the past 25+ years. When the COVID19 pandemic closed many businesses, we decided to transition our in-person camp to 100% online. Researchers demonstrated the positive effects of summer camp for burn survivors (Maslow & Lobato, 2010; Bakker et al. 2011). However, the effects of a 100% online camp are not known. Our concern was, are we able to transition and be as impactful as it is face to face at camp? What will the schedule and activities look like in this new format? How will we ensure all children participating will have access to online and the supplies necessary? Methods We opted to select a three-week format with two sessions a day divided into two age groups. We ensured every child had internet access then mailed out a “camp in the box.” It contained all the things needed for each planned activity. The critical question remained, however, will we be as impactful? The current research looks at quantitative and qualitative measures of self-esteem, happiness, and satisfaction following participation in a three-week summer program held in July 2020. We make comparisons to previous years’ results. The authors expected that self-esteem, happiness, and satisfaction levels matched or exceeded last years’ levels. Results We collected data from 42 campers and 22 volunteer camp counselors. Results show that campers were able to receive the support they needed, not only from the staff but also from their peers. Conclusions The delivery method was indeed different this year, but the positive effect on our campers remained the same.

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Effects of Vitamin A Supplementation on Immune Responses and Correlation with Clinical Outcomes

Clinical Microbiology Reviews ◽

10.1128/cmr.18.3.446-464.2005 ◽

2005 ◽

Vol 18 (3) ◽

pp. 446-464 ◽

Cited By ~ 212

Author(s):

Eduardo Villamor ◽

Wafaie W. Fawzi

Keyword(s):

Vitamin A ◽

Clinical Outcomes ◽

Age Groups ◽

Lymphocyte Activation ◽

The Elderly ◽

Conclusive Evidence ◽

Vitamin A Supplementation ◽

Mortality And Morbidity ◽

Severe Diarrhea ◽

Positive Effects

SUMMARY Vitamin A supplementation to preschool children is known to decrease the risks of mortality and morbidity from some forms of diarrhea, measles, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, and malaria. These effects are likely to be the result of the actions of vitamin A on immunity. Some of the immunomodulatory mechanisms of vitamin A have been described in clinical trials and can be correlated with clinical outcomes of supplementation. The effects on morbidity from measles are related to enhanced antibody production and lymphocyte proliferation. Benefits for severe diarrhea could be attributable to the functions of vitamin A in sustaining the integrity of mucosal epithelia in the gut, whereas positive effects among HIV-infected children could also be related to increased T-cell lymphopoiesis. There is no conclusive evidence for a direct effect of vitamin A supplementation on cytokine production or lymphocyte activation. Under certain circumstances, vitamin A supplementation to infants has the potential to improve the antibody response to some vaccines, including tetanus and diphtheria toxoids and measles. There is limited research on the effects of vitamin A supplementation to adults and the elderly on their immune function; currently available data provide no consistent evidence for beneficial effects. Additional studies with these age groups are needed.

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RESULTS OF THE STUDY OF PUBLIC SATISFACTION ABOUT THEAVAILABILITY AND QUALITY OF THE DRUG SUPPLY SYSTEM IN RUSSIA

MODERN ORGANIZATION OF DRUG SUPPLY ◽

10.30809/solo.4.2021.1 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 8 (4) ◽

pp. 5-12

Author(s):

E.A. Telnova ◽

A.V. Belova ◽

A.A. Zagoruichenko

Keyword(s):

Preventive Measures ◽

Health Management ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Age Groups ◽

Supply System ◽

Public Confidence ◽

Drug Supply ◽

Social Significance ◽

Sociological Study

The article analyzes the results of monitoring the availability and quality of the drug supply system among the population of various age groups and financial situation. The purpose of this study is to study the satisfaction of citizens in the drug supply system in Russia and to build a medical and social portrait of the patient, which was developed based on the analysis of the results of a sociological survey conducted in dynamics for 2019-2021. In the course of the research, such methods as: sociological, study and generalization of experience, analytical, methods of descriptive statistics were used. The results of the sociological study indicate the need for additional work to improve the availability and quality of LLR and the level of awareness of patients about the system of drug reimbursement. The obtained data can be used for health management bodies at various hierarchical levels, confirm the special social significance of solving this problem and the need to introduce preventive measures to involve patients in healthy lifestyle, increase public confidence in domestic drugs.

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