scholarly journals Literature Review : Gambaran Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat Masyarakat di Masa Pandemi Covid-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. 1944-1958
Author(s):  
Rizki Amaliyah ◽  
Neti Mustikawati
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Health Behavior ◽  
Social Distance ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Hand Washing ◽  
Google Scholar ◽  
Hygiene Behavior ◽  
Hand Wash

AbstractThe spread of COVID-19 is rampant. Every individual is at risk of being infected and transmitted. Hygiene Behavior and Healthy Lifestyle are recommended to prevent COVID-19 infection. This study aims to describe hygiene behavior and a healthy lifestyle (washing hands, physical activity, consumption of fruits and vegetables, wearing mask, social distance) during the COVID-19 pandemic. This research is a literature review research. The subjects of this study were people aged over 16 years. The method used is to search for articles ranging from 2019-2021, through a database in the form of PubMed using the keywords "Health behavior" AND "Coronavirus Disease 2019" AND "public" and Google Scholar using the keywords "Clean and Healthy Living Behavior in the Community during the Covid pandemic. -19” then assessed using a hawker. Five articles were indentified. The findings highlight the hand washing behaviour during the Covid-19 pandemic: 5,329 (82.5%) always hand wash with soap and water, 38 (35.3%) often apply six steps wash their hands, 59 (83.1%) always hand wash with soap and water after leaving the house, 54 (76.1%) always hand wash with soap and water before eating, 35 (49.3%) always hand wash with soap and water after holding money, and 142 (39.6%) wash their hands before touching food. The physical activity during the COVID-19 pandemic: 41 (38%) rarely, 199 (55.1%) 150 minutes/week, and 3,960 (73.8%) less than three times in a week. Fruits & vegetables consumption during the COVID-19 pandmic: 3,309 (49.7%) sometimes, 96 (50.26%) sometimes, and 289 (80.0%) consume fruits & vegetables. The use of masks during the COVID-19 pandemic: 102 (57%) always, and 188 (98.4%) using masks . Meanwhile, social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic is 37 (8.6%) never, 6 (1.3%) sometimes, 34 (8.0%) and always 355 (82.1%). People have hygiene behavior and a healthy lifestyle to minimize the transmission of COVID-19.Keywords :COVID-19, Community, PHBS. AbstrakPenyebaranCovid-19semakin tidak terkendali, setiap individu resiko tertular dan menularkan. Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat (PHBS) di anjurkan pemerintah sebagai pencegahan Covid-19. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui gambaran PHBS (Cuci tangan, aktivitas fisik, konsumsi buah dan sayur, memakai masker, menjaga jarak)masyarakat di masa pandemi Covid-19. Penelitian ini merupakan pennelitian literature review. Subjek penelitian ini masyarakat yang berumur diatas 16 tahun. Metode yang digunakan yaitu mencari artikel rentang tahun 2019-2021, melalui database berupa PubMed menggunakan kata kunci “Health behavior” AND “Coronavirus Disease 2019” AND “public” dan Google Scholar menggunakan kata kunci “Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat Masyarakat di masa pandemi Covid-19” lalu di nilai menggunakan hawker. Hasil penelitian literature review dari 5 artikel menunjukkan bahwa cuci tangan masyarakat di masa pandemi Covid-19 : 5.329 (82,5%) selalu CTPS, 38 (35,3%) sering cuci tangan 6 langkah, 59 (83,1%) selalu CTPS setelah keluar rumah, 54 (76,1%) selalu CTPS sebelum makan, 35 (49,3%) selalu CTPS setelah memegang uang, dan 142 (39,6%) cuci tangan sebelum menyentuh makanan.Aktivitas fisik masyarakat di masa pandemi Covid-19 : 41 (38%) jarang, 199 (55,1%) 150menit/minggu, dan 3.960 (73,8%) <3X seminggu.Konsumsi buah & sayur masyarakat di masa pandemi Covid-19 :3.309 (49,7%) kadang-kadang, 96 (50,26%) kadang-kadang, dan 289 (80,0%) mengkonsumsi buah & sayur. Penggunaan masker masyarakat di masa pandemi Covid-19 : 102 (57%) selalu, dan 188 (98,4%) menggunakan masker. Sedangkan jaga jarak masyarakat di masa pandemi Covid-19 yaitu 37 (8,6%) tidak pernah, 6 (1,3%) kadang-kadang, 34 (8,0%) dan selalu 355 (82,1%). PHBS sudah dilakukan masyarakat untuk meminimalisir penularan Covid-19.Kata Kunci :Covid-19, Masyarakat, PHBS.

scholarly journals Hubungan Gaya Hidup Dengan Kejadian Hipertensi Pada Usia Dewasa Muda : Literature Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. 1578-1589
Author(s):  
Khilda Nafila ◽  
Aida Rusmariana
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Coffee Consumption ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Google Scholar ◽  
Smoking Habits ◽  
P Value ◽  
Life Styles

AbstractHypertension is the number one cause of death globally, the majority caused by unhealthy life styles such as smoking, lack of physical activity, coffee consumption. Hypertension does not only occurin the elderly but also in the young era dult . This study aims to determine the relationship between life style and the incidence of hypertension in young adults. This study was conducted by searching research articles from the online databases google scholar and Garba garuda. Five articles met the inclusion criteria. This study showed that from five articles, four articles concluded that smoking habits were no tas sociated with hypertension, while one article had different founding (p-value <0.05). In the contex to physical activity, four articles concluded no relationship between physical activity and the incidence of hypertension. Three articles concluded that coffee consumption had are lationship with the incidence of hypertension, and one article had no relationship. Hypertension might not be related to smoking habits, physical activity, and coffee consumption in young adults. Although,It is expected that young adults can maintain a healthy lifestyle, so they are not atrisk of developing hypertension.Keywords: Lifestyle; Hypertension; Young adult AbstrakGaya hidup tidak sehat antara lain merokok, kurang aktivitas fisik, konsumsi kopi yang dapat menyebabkan penyakit tidak menular seperti hipertensi. Hipertensi menjadi penyebab kematian nomor satu di dunia. Hipertensi tidak hanya terjadi pada lansia, tidak menutup kemungkinan bisa terjadi pada usia dewasa. Penelitian ini bertujuan melakukan literature review dari beberapa artikel untuk mengetahui hubungan gaya hidup dengan kejadian hipertensi pada usia dewasa muda. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian sekunder berjenis literature review menggunakan metode pemilihan artikel yaitu dengan melakukan penelurusan dari database online google scholar dan garba garuda didapatkan 5 artikel yang sesuai dengan kriteria inklusi yang dianalisis dengan Matriks Telaah Artikel. Hasil analisis literature review menunjukkan dari 5 artikel didapatkan 4 artikel kebiasaan merokok tidak ada hubungan dengan kejadian hipertensi dan 1 artikel ada hubungan menunjukkan bahwa nilai ρ<0,05. Terdapat 4 artikel tidak ada hubungan aktivitas fisik dengan kejadian hipertensi. Pada variabel konsumsi kopi dari 5 artikel didapatkan 3 artikel konsumsi kopi ada hubungan dengan kejadian hipertensi dan 1 tidak ada hubungan menunjukkan bahwa nilai ρ>0,05. Kebiasaan merokok tidak ada hubungan, aktivitas fisik tidak ada hubungan, dan konsumsi kopi ada hubungan dengan kejadian hipertensi pada usia dewasa muda. Diharapkan usia dewasa muda dapat menjaga gaya hidup yang sehat sehingga tidak beresiko terkena hipertensi.Kata kunci: Gaya hidup; Hipertensi; Usia dewasa muda.

scholarly journals Colorectal cancer survivors only marginally change their overall lifestyle in the first 2 years following diagnosis

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (6) ◽  
pp. 956-967 ◽  
Author(s):  
Moniek van Zutphen ◽  
Hendriek C. Boshuizen ◽  
Dieuwertje E. Kok ◽  
Harm van Baar ◽  
Anne J. M. R. Geijsen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Colorectal Cancer ◽  
Cancer Research ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Smoking Behavior ◽  
Processed Meat ◽  
Sugary Drinks

Abstract Purpose A healthy lifestyle after colorectal cancer (CRC) diagnosis may improve prognosis. Data related to lifestyle change in CRC survivors are inconsistent and potential interrelated changes are unknown. Methods We assessed dietary intake, physical activity, body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, and smoking among 1072 patients diagnosed with stages I–III CRC at diagnosis, 6 months and 2 years post-diagnosis. An overall lifestyle score was constructed based on the 2018 World Cancer Research Fund/American Institute of Cancer Research recommendations (range 0–7). We used linear mixed models to analyze changes in lifestyle over time. Results Participants had a mean (± SD) age of 65 ± 9 years and 43% had stage III disease. In the 2 years following CRC diagnosis, largest changes were noted for sugary drinks (− 45 g/day) and red and processed meat intake (− 62 g/week). BMI (+ 0.4 kg/m2), waist circumference (+ 2 cm), and dietary fiber intake (− 1 g/day) changed slightly. CRC survivors did not statistically significant change their mean intake of fruits and vegetables, alcohol, or ultra-processed foods nor did they change their physical activity or smoking behavior. Half of participants made simultaneous changes that resulted in improved concordance with one component as well as deteriorated concordance with another component of the lifestyle score. Overall lifestyle score changed from a mean 3.4 ± 0.9 at diagnosis to 3.5 ± 0.9 2 years post-diagnosis. Conclusions CRC survivors hardly improve their overall lifestyle after diagnosis. Implications for Cancer Survivors Given the importance of a healthy lifestyle, strategies to effectively support behavior changes in CRC survivors need to be identified.

scholarly journals IMPROVEMENT OF KNOWLEDGE OF STUDENTS OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF RANGKAH KIDUL ON HAND WASH THROUGH HEALTH PROMOTION

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 18
Author(s):  
Elok Triestuning ◽  
Rian Prasetyo ◽  
Diaz Nur Aindah ◽  
Regita Indira Ardianti ◽  
Dita Wardatul Anifa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Promotion ◽  
Elementary School ◽  
Community Service ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Hand Washing ◽  
Early Age ◽  
Health Counseling ◽  
Hand Wash ◽  
Elementary School Counseling ◽  
Selection Of

Health Promotion Activities with the title Clean and Healthy Lifestyle with Hand Washing at SDN Rangkah Kidul Sidoarjo Sidoarjo District Sidoarjo Regency is one form of community service in the form of counseling aimed at growing and improving healthy behavior in children from an early age, especially in PHBS Hand Washing. The implementation of these activities on November 15, 2018 took place at Elementary School of Rangkah Kidul, Sidoarjo District, Sidoarjo Regency. The target is students of Elementary School of Rangkah Kidul, Sidoarjo District, Sidoarjo Regency. Before the activity is carried out, there is a process of compiling the activity for 3 weeks before the activity is carried out, starting from the selection of health counseling materials to the submission of licensing to the relevant parties. As an evaluation, the activity was attended by 50 students and 2 teachers, participants participated in the activity with enthusiasm and conducive, the activity can be carried out on time smoothly. Keywords: Hand washing, health promotion, elementary school, counseling.

scholarly journals Estilo de vida en adultos jóvenes universitarios de Barranquilla, Colombia. Diferencias según sexo y estatus socioeconómico (Lifestyle of university students from Barranquilla, Colombia. Differences according sex and socioeconomic status)

Retos ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 43 ◽  
pp. 979-987
Author(s):  
Yisel Pinillos Patiño ◽  
Enny Oviedo Argumedo ◽  
Roberto Rebolledo Cobos ◽  
Yaneth Herazo Beltrán ◽  
Patricia Valencia Fontalvo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Socioeconomic Status ◽  
University Students ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
University Environment ◽  
The University

  El estilo de vida es concebido como un comportamiento cotidiano y que permanece en el tiempo, el cual evidencia los patrones individuales de conducta de una persona; además, y está determinado por factores sociales, culturales y personales. La etapa universitaria se constituye en este sentido, en una oportunidad para promover la modificación de hábitos por conductas saludables. El objetivo del estudio fue determinar los estilos de vida en estudiantes universitarios y las diferencias según el sexo y el estatus socioeconómico. Se realizó un estudio cuantitativo, descriptivo de corte transversal con 508 universitarios a quienes se les aplicó una encuesta auto administrada sobre sus condiciones sociodemográficas, mientras que los estilos de vida fueron evaluados mediante el cuestionario de Perfil del Estilo de Vida de Pender II (PEVP-II). Se observó que solo el 24,02% (n=122) de la muestra controla frecuentemente los niveles de azúcares y de grasas el 21,85% (n=111), en su alimentación; más del 20% (n=102) no realiza actividad física, entre el 20 (n=102) y 30% (n=152) no regulan los azúcares o incluyen frutas y vegetales en sus dietas; los promedios inferiores al 60%(n=305) en los factores asociados contemplados en el estudio, infieren que los encuestados no mantienen un estilo de vida saludable. En el período de la vida universitaria, el estilo de vida está influenciado por cambios de comportamientos asociados a la formación personal, al entorno familiar y al contexto cultural y social en que desarrolla cada individuo. Los bajos niveles de práctica de actividad física y la presencia de hábitos considerados riesgosos en la dimensión nutricional, pueden estar relacionados con los estilos de vida, y propiciar el desarrollo de enfermedades no transmisibles que conllevan a incrementar la morbilidad y mortalidad en las etapas del curso de la vida del ser humano.  Abstract. Lifestyles are everyday behaviors that show an individual's way of life and are usually maintained over time. The university stage is an important period to establish healthy habits for the rest of life. The objective of the study was to determine the lifestyles of university students and the differences according to sex and socioeconomic status. A cross-sectional study was carried out in 508 university students to whom a self-administered survey was applied on their sociodemographic conditions, while their lifestyles were evaluated using the PEVP-II questionnaire. It was observed that only 24.02% of the sample frequently controlled the levels of sugars and fats, 21.85%, in their diet; more than 20% do not perform physical activity, between 20 and 30% do not regulate sugars or include fruits and vegetables in their diets; the averages lower than 60% in the associated factors contemplated in the study, infer that the respondents do not maintain a healthy lifestyle. Finally, it is concluded that low levels of physical activity practice and the presence of habits considered risky in the nutritional dimension, may be related to lifestyles, making this identification in the university environment can help decision-making for design of intervention strategies supported in the well-being of students.

RISIKO PENYEBAB TERJADINYA HIPERTENSI DI DESA BUNGA PUTIH KECAMATAN MARANGKAYU KABUPATEN KUTAI KARTANEGARA

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 19
Author(s):  
Muhammad Rizky Permana
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Vegetable Consumption ◽  
White Flower ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Independent Variables ◽  
The Village ◽  
Reducing Stress

Results Health Research shows Kalimantan Timur Indonesia was ranked third in Indonesia in the amount of the highest prevalence of hypertension of 29.9%.Data from the health center in 2013 Marangkayu hypertension increased by 21% to 35% in 2015.This study aims to determine the cause of the risk of hypertension in the village of White Flower Marangkayu District of Kutai regency in 2016. The study design used is case control study.The sample in this study were 80 people.The dependent variable studied is hypertension, independent variables studied were Sodium, Fat, Fruit and Vegetable Consumption, Water, Physical Activity, Smoking and Stress with data analysis and the Spearman rank test OR. Concluded associated with hypertension are sodium (p = 0.039 and OR = 2.636), physical activity (p = 0.034 and OR = 2.816), smoking (p = 0.025 and OR = 2.810), and stress (p = 0.045 and OR = 2,500 ).And unrelated is fat (p = 0.816 and OR = 1.118), fruits and vegetables (p = 0.346 and OR = 0.632), and water (p = 0.505 and OR = 0.630). Based on these results concluded that sodium, physical activity, smoking and stress are risk factors associated with hypertension.While the consumption of fats, fruits and vegetables, and water is not a factor associated with hypertension.Suggested to White Flower villagers to change their healthy lifestyle like berolahrga, reduce the consumption of salty foods and cholesterol, not smoking, and reducing stress.

scholarly journals Physical Activity and Nutritional Influence on Immune Function: An Important Strategy to Improve Immunity and Health Status

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tianyi Shao ◽  
Henu Kumar Verma ◽  
Babita Pande ◽  
Vincenzo Costanzo ◽  
Weibing Ye ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Immune System ◽  
Time Course ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Social Consequences ◽  
Nutritional Deficiencies ◽  
Practical Recommendation ◽  
Human Immune System ◽  
Essential Components

Physical activity (PA) and nutrition are the essential components of a healthy lifestyle, as they can influence energy balance, promote functional ability of various systems and improve immunity. Infections and their associated symptoms are the common and frequent challenges to human health that are causing severe economic and social consequences around the world. During aging, human immune system undergoes dramatic aging-related changes/dysfunctions known as immunosenescence. Clinically, immunosenescence refers to the gradual deterioration of immune system that increases exposure to infections, and reduces vaccine efficacy. Such phenomenon is linked to impaired immune responses that lead to dysfunction of multiple organs, while lack of physical activity, progressive loss of muscle mass, and concomitant decline in muscle strength facilitate immunosenescence and inflammation. In the present review, we have discussed the role of nutrition and PA, which can boost the immune system alone and synergistically. Evidence suggests that long-term PA is beneficial in improving immune system and preventing various infections. We have further discussed several nutritional strategies for improving the immune system. Unfortunately, the available evidence shows conflicting results. In terms of interaction with food intake, PA does not tend to increase energy intake during a short time course. However, overcoming nutritional deficiencies appears to be the most practical recommendation. Through the balanced nutritious diet intake one can fulfill the bodily requirement of optimal nutrition that significantly impacts the immune system. Supplementation of a single nutrient as food is generally not advisable. Rather incorporating various fruits and vegetables, whole grains, proteins and probiotics may ensure adequate nutrient intake. Therefore, multi-nutrient supplements may benefit people having deficiency in spite of sufficient diet. Along with PA, supplementation of probiotics, bovine colostrum, plant-derived products and functional foods may provide additional benefits in improving the immune system.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes and Behavior Regarding Healthy Lifestyle and Cancer Prevention Among Romanian University Students

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement 2) ◽  
pp. 17s-17s
Author(s):  
L.M. Lotrean
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
University Students ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Red Meat ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle Promotion ◽  
And Behavior ◽  
Attitudes And Behavior

Background: Healthy lifestyle promotion represents an important component of cancer prevention. The habits formed during youth have short term and long term influences on health promotion and disease prevention, while it is very probable that they will continue also during adulthood. Aim: The aim of this study is the assessment of knowledge, attitudes and behavior related to healthy lifestyle and cancer prevention among Romanian university students. Methods: A cross sectional study was performed in 2017 among 400 university students from the 4 main universities from Cluj-Napoca, a big university city situated in northwest Romania. It used anonymous questionnaires which investigated several issues related to smoking, nutritional habits, physical activity and weight management of students. Results: More than 80% of the students were aware about the relationship between the risk for cancer and smoking as well as physical activity related activity. Two thirds of the students knew the effect on cancer risk of overweight and consumption of fruits and vegetables, while one third were aware of the effects of red meat consumption. One out of five students were overweight or obese, while 37% were smokers (smoked in the last month). The majority did not meet the recommendations of eating 400 g of fruits and vegetables daily, while almost one third declared eating more than 500 g of red meat weekly. Conclusion: Future studies should focus on development, implementation and evaluation of educational programs for healthy lifestyle promotion and cancer prevention among Romanian university students.

scholarly journals Identification of Physical Activity and Body Mass Index on the Incidence of Prediabetes Mellitus in High School Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 22
Author(s):  
Cahyo Wibowo ◽  
Venti Agustina ◽  
Suroto Suroto
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
High School ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Blood Sugar ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
School Students

Prediabetes mellitus is a condition of a person's blood sugar, which, if in a fasting state, ranges from 100-125 mg / dL (IFG) or 2 hours after eating, the blood sugar level is 140-199 mg / dL. Physical activity and BMI are factors that trigger prediabetes mellitus. Therefore it is necessary to hold preventive efforts to reduce the rate of development of prediabetes mellitus which is increasing and increasing public awareness regarding the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The purpose of writing this literature is to analyze physical activity and body mass index on the incidence of prediabetes mellitus in high school students. The research writing method used a literature review. Data were collected from 30 journals which were then selected into 22 journals with related variables, namely physical activity and body mass index with the incidence of prediabetes mellitus, a sample of high school students aged 15-18 years . The results of the literature review are that physical activity plays a role in controlling blood sugar and Body Mass Index (BMI) contributes to the occurrence of prediabetes if followed by an unhealthy waist circumference, less physical activity results in an increase in BMI which ultimately triggers prediabetes mellitus.

scholarly journals Health consciousness during pregnancy: the association between dietary supplementation and lifestyle

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
E Paulik ◽  
E Horváth ◽  
A Szabó ◽  
E Polanek ◽  
Z Gyurkovits ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Dietary Supplementation ◽  
Omega 3 ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Smoking During Pregnancy ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Supplement Use

Abstract Background Dietary supplements are recommended for pregnant women who cannot meet the daily dose through food intake, or who are at higher risk of deficiencies because of a substance abuse (e.g. smoking). Today, the preventive effect of folic acid (FoA) in the periconceptional period is evidence based, and there are studies about the positive effects of omega-3 fatty acids (n-3 FAs) during pregnancy. The aim of this study was to determine the association between FoA and n-3 FAs supplementation and health behavior - diet, physical activity, smoking - of pregnant women. Methods The cross-sectional study was conducted among women having their babies at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (N = 1548). Data collection was based on self-administered questionnaire and health documentation. Uni- and multivariable logistic regression analyses were performed with IBM SPSS 26.0; the results are expressed in odds ratios (OR) and 95% confidence intervals (CI). Results Mean age of women was 31 years, most of them had university degree, nearly 90% of them lived in partnership. The prevalence of smoking during pregnancy was 6.5%, 39.8% did not consume fruits/vegetables daily, 58.5% ate fish less than weekly, 47.9% were physically inactive; 67.6% took FoA, and 30.6% n-3 FAs. FoA and n-3 FAs taking were more likely among those who ate fruits and vegetables every day (OR/CI: 1.30/1.01-1.66; 1.47/1.15-1.89) and among non-smokers (OR/CI: 1.73/1.06-2.83; 4.80/1.69-13.61), while FoA consumption associated with physical activity (OR/CI: 1.37/1.07-1.74) and n-3 FAs with fish consumption (OR/CI: 1.35/1.06-1.72). Conclusions Our results showed that a high proportion of pregnant women did not follow a healthy lifestyle, and the unhealthy behavior was significantly associated with the less frequent use of dietary supplementation. The results call the attention for the importance of counseling on healthy lifestyle and appropriate supplement use before and during pregnancy. Key messages Use of dietary supplementation is higher among pregnant women following a healthy way of lifestyle. The results reinforce the importance of lifestyle counseling during pregnant care.

Knowledge, attitude and practice towards eating and physical activity among primary school children in Brunei: a cross-sectional study

2017 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Zaidah Rizidah Murang ◽  
NAA Tuah ◽  
Lin Naing
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Primary School Children ◽  
Global Public Health ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Health Crisis ◽  
School Canteen

Abstract Background Childhood obesity has become a global public health crisis. Many studies have been conducted to explore the knowledge, attitude and practices towards eating and physical activity amongst parents and healthcare workers. However, very little is known amongst children. It is imperative to understand these factors as they have been associated with obesity among children. Objective This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitude and practices of Bruneian children towards eating and physical activity, in order to identify the factors that influence the development of obesity. Methods The study involved 353 children from four primary schools in Brunei. The data collection tool used was modified validated questionnaires with sections on demographic characteristic, knowledge about obesity, eating habits and physical activity. Results The majority of children (>60%) had good knowledge of obesity and intake of healthy food, but, 84.2% lacked knowledge on the required daily servings of fruits and vegetables. 68.8% purchased food and beverages from their school canteen. 93.8% were aware about the health benefits of physical activity and 70.2% spent only 1–2 h of screen time per day, however, 46.9% did not meet the recommended amount of physical activity although they reported to have performed enough. This suggested that a comprehensive education on food intake requirements and physical activity are necessary in order to better educate children. Conclusion Health educators and public health professionals may find our findings useful in order to plan and develop tailored interventions for children, as well as better promotion of a healthy lifestyle to children and their families.

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