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Biology
Jenny Vilchis-Gil, Miguel Klunder-Klunder, Ximena Duque, Gloria Martinez-Andrade, Andrea Martinez-Almaraz, Brenda Beristain-Lujano, Samuel Flores-Huerta
Summary: The study found that school lunches have high energy values but lack plain water, fruits, and vegetables. Parental intervention did not increase the frequency of students bringing lunch or improve the quality of the meals.
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Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Richard R. Rosenkranz, Philip M. Dixon, David A. Dzewaltowski, Gabriella M. McLoughlin, Joey A. Lee, Senlin Chen, Spyridoula Vazou, Lorraine M. Lanningham-Foster, Doug A. Gentile, Gregory J. Welk
Summary: This study compared the effectiveness of enhanced (individualized) implementation and standard (group-based) implementation of the SWITCH intervention. The results showed that both implementation conditions led to significant improvements in students' physical activity, sedentary screen time, and dietary intake. There were no differences in outcomes between the group and individualized conditions, and the intervention was beneficial for both boys and girls.
JOURNAL OF SPORT AND HEALTH SCIENCE
(2023)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Hanna Sikorska-Szaflik, Joanna Polomska, Barbara Sozanska
Summary: This article discusses the increasing prevalence of asthma and obesity in the pediatric population, and highlights the worse symptoms and treatment response in obese children with asthma. The shared genetic and immunologic origin of asthma and obesity is suggested. Diet plays a crucial role in controlling both diseases.
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Health Care Sciences & Services
Cassandra Lane, Nicole Nathan, Penny Reeves, Rachel Sutherland, Luke Wolfenden, Adam Shoesmith, Alix Hall
Summary: The study evaluated the cost-effectiveness of the Physically Active Children in Education (PACE) intervention in improving schools' implementation of a physical activity policy. The results showed that the investment required by the health service provider can effectively increase implementation, and the additional cost is likely minimal. Adaptations to the PACE strategies can significantly reduce delivery costs.
IMPLEMENTATION SCIENCE
(2022)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
A. Y. Omorou, F. Manneville, H. Achit, J. Langlois, K. Legrand, E. Lecomte, S. Briancon
Summary: This study provides cost-effectiveness and budget impact analyses of a school-based overweight/obesity screening and care prevention strategy for adolescents. The strategy was found to be an efficient way to prevent overweight and obesity among adolescents.
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Endocrinology & Metabolism
Nandu Goswami, Irhad Trozic, Maren Valand Fredriksen, Per Morten Fredriksen
Summary: The research found that daily physical activity and a healthy diet have positive effects on increasing muscle and bone mass, as well as reducing weight and fat mass in Norwegian fourth graders. On the other hand, an unhealthy diet has negative impacts on weight and fat mass, but daily physical activity can counteract some of these effects.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OBESITY
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ali Heidari, Amirfarhang Miresmaeili, Ali Poormohammadi, Saeid Bashirian, Marjaneh Meschi, Hamed Karkehabadi, Bahareh Baharmastian, Omid Aziziansoroush, Nazli Rabienejad, Samane Shirahmadi
Summary: This study utilized the IM approach to design, implement, and evaluate an intervention program for preventing and controlling COVID-19 in dental schools. The findings showed that by identifying determinant factors based on the PMT and utilizing various intervention methods, such as online education and group discussions, the risk of COVID-19 infection can be effectively reduced.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
John Amoah, Salmiah Said, Lekhraj Rampal, Rosliza Manaf, Normala Ibrahim, Seth Owusu-Agyei, Kwaku Poku Asante
Summary: This study aimed to reduce cardiovascular disease risk factors among secondary school students in Brong Ahafo, Ghana through a behavioral intervention program and successfully achieved positive outcomes.
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Pediatrics
C. Homs, P. Berruezo, G. Segun, L. Estrada, J. de Bont, J. Riera-Romani, E. Carrillo-Alvarez, H. Schroder, R. Mila, S. F. Gomez
Summary: Childhood obesity is a global public health crisis, with the majority of overweight and obese children living in high-income countries. There is a need for innovative projects to reduce obesity risk behaviors and health inequalities. This study aims to introduce a Family Based Intervention targeting multiple components to promote healthy lifestyles and reduce obesity risk.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Nicole Toussaint, Martinette T. Streppel, Sandra Mul, Meryem Gunduz, Marloes D. A. van Verseveld, Mirka Janssen, Peter J. M. Weijs, Ruben G. Fukkink
Summary: This paper presents a preschool-based intervention called CO-HEALTHY, aiming to promote a teacher-parent partnership in urban preschools regarding healthy behaviors in young children. A cluster randomized controlled trial will be conducted in Amsterdam, the Netherlands to evaluate the intervention's impact on partnership and the children's eating, physical (in)activity, and sleeping behaviors. Secondary outcomes include the knowledge, attitude, and practices of ECEC teachers and parents.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Gina L. Tripicchio, Melissa Kay, Sharon Herring, Travis Cos, Carolyn Bresnahan, Danielle Gartner, Laura Stout Sosinsky, Sarah B. Bass
Summary: This research presents the development and feasibility testing of iByte4Health, a mobile health obesity prevention intervention for parents of low-income children aged 2-9. The program was designed based on formative work targeting six key obesity prevention behaviors. Findings show high program retention, acceptability, and engagement among participants, suggesting promise for its use in obesity prevention efforts.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Leena Koivusilta, Soili Alanne, Marjo Kamila, Timo Stahl
Summary: This study identified and analyzed various activities and public health policy approaches aimed at preventing childhood obesity. The findings indicated that efforts were focused on promoting physical activity and healthy eating, with activities mainly occurring at the midstream and upstream levels. While multiple sectors worked efficiently, not all sectors recognized their role in obesity prevention.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Nurul Ain Azizan, Angeliki Papadaki, Tin Tin Su, Muhammad Yazid Jalaludin, Shooka Mohammadi, Maznah Dahlui, Mohd Nahar Azmi Mohamed, Hazreen Abdul Majid
Summary: This study evaluated the implementation of a school-based intervention to promote healthier dietary habits among Malaysian adolescents, finding that stakeholders made efforts to change to a healthy school canteen program. However, barriers included students' perception of healthy food and eating habits, as well as profit concerns for food vendors.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Pablo Hernandez-Lucas, Juan Lopez-Barreiro, Jose Luis Garcia-Soidan, Vicente Romo-Perez
Summary: The study indicates that implementing a theoretical-practical program based on the Back School has beneficial effects on low back functionality and reduces the number of medical visits due to low back pain in adult population.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Santo Marsigliante, Vito Ciardo, Antonio Di Maglie, Giulia My, Antonella Muscella
Summary: This study evaluates the effectiveness of a 6-month educational intervention in the school setting on lifestyle, nutrient adequacy, and diet quality in primary school children. The results show that the intervention group had significant improvements in body mass index, obesity rate, and waist circumference compared to the control group. Additionally, the participating children acquired healthy eating habits.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
