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Nutrition & Dietetics
Yan Zou, Lichun Huang, Dong Zhao, Mengjie He, Dan Han, Danting Su, Ronghua Zhang
Summary: Children and adolescents with overweight/obesity have a higher intake of carbohydrates, especially from the food group of cereals, tubers, and beans. Snacks play a significant role in the high intake of the food group of cereals, tubers, and beans among children and adolescents with overweight/obesity.
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Rebecca K. Evans, Paul Christiansen, Amy Finlay, Andrew Jones, Michelle Maden, Emma Boyland
Summary: Videogame livestreaming platforms are popular among young people, and food brands have a strong presence on these platforms. However, the impact of food marketing on young people has not been studied.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Predrag Bozic, Visnja Djordjic, Lidija Markovic, Dragan Cvejic, Nebojsa Trajkovic, Sabolc Halasi, Sergej Ostojic
Summary: The study found that the majority of Serbian children have breakfast every day, but only a small percentage consume enough fruits and vegetables daily, and children who skip breakfast are more likely to be obese.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
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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
Melissa L. Jensen, Francesca R. Dillman Carpentier, Linda Adair, Camila Corvalan, Barry M. Popkin, Lindsey Smith Taillie
Summary: The study found that Chile implemented a policy restricting advertising of high-in foods and beverages to children in 2016. After the policy implementation, exposure to high-in advertising decreased significantly, leading to a decrease in high-in food intake among adolescents.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
(2021)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Nicole Toussaint, Martinette T. Streppel, Sandra Mul, Marielle Balledux, Karen van Drongelen, Mirka Janssen, Ruben G. Fukkink, Peter J. M. Weijs
Summary: This study conducted a cluster randomised controlled trial on preschool-based intervention for teachers in a deprived area. The intervention had positive effects on teachers' knowledge and attitudes, but not on confidence in promoting healthy behaviors. No effects were observed on teachers' and children's BMI at this stage.
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Pediatrics
Emmanuella Magriplis, George Michas, Evgenia Petridi, George P. Chrousos, Eleftheria Roma, Vassiliki Benetou, Nikos Cholopoulos, Renata Micha, Demosthenes Panagiotakos, Antonis Zampelas
Summary: The study found that excessive sugar intake increases the likelihood of youth overweight/obesity, mainly from sources like sweets and processed grains; high sugar intake also raises the probability of becoming obese.
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Substance Abuse
Brigitte Naderer
Summary: Childhood obesity is a global health concern, and studies show that food promotions can impact children's food preferences and choices for unhealthy foods high in fat and sugar. Children are particularly vulnerable to marketing strategies due to their developing cognitive and social skills, resulting in enhanced attitudes, preferences, and increased consumption of predominantly unhealthy foods. It is important to consider children's developmental stages in implementing regulations and interventions to counteract the potential detrimental effects of food promotions on children's long-term weight development.
CURRENT ADDICTION REPORTS
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Nan Lei, Zechen Liu, Lin Xiang, Lihong Ye, Juan Zhang
Summary: This study assessed F&B ads on television during the Chinese New Year holiday in Beijing targeted at children aged 4-14 years. More than 55% of the ads were classified as unhealthy for children, with savory snacks, milk drinks, and cakes/sweet biscuits being the most frequently advertised categories. Unhealthy F&B ads were more likely to use promotional characters, brand benefit claims, and health claims than permitted F&B ads.
Article
Pediatrics
Melissa L. Jensen, Francesca Dillman Carpentier, Linda Adair, Camila Corvalan, Barry M. Popkin, Lindsey Smith Taillie
Summary: The Chilean government implemented a policy restricting child-directed marketing of high-in products in 2016, and examined the impact on consumption of these products between 2016 and 2017. Results showed a significant decrease in children's consumption of high-in food and exposure to advertising post-policy, but changes in consumption were not significantly mediated by changes in advertising exposure. Further research is needed to understand the long-term effects of marketing changes after full implementation of the law.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Vanessa Jaeger, Berthold Koletzko, Veronica Luque, Mariona Gispert-Llaurado, Dariusz Gruszfeld, Piotr Socha, Elvira Verduci, Gian Vincenzo Zuccotti, Louise Etienne, Veit Grote
Summary: This study analyzed the effect of energy and nutrient distributions at different eating occasions on the BMI z-score in children and found that overweight and normal-weight children have different dietary intake patterns throughout the day, but no significant effects of meal timing on BMI z-score were found.
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Psychiatry
Kelly R. Morton, Jerry W. Lee, Rhonda Spencer-Hwang
Summary: The study found that adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are negatively associated with early mortality, and plant-based dietary intake may potentially moderate this relationship, with high plant-based intake individuals potentially living 5.4 years longer than those with low plant-based intake.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHOSOMATIC RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Gabriela P. Teixeira, Kisian C. Guimaraes, Ana Gabriela N. S. Soares, Elaine C. Marqueze, Claudia R. C. Moreno, Maria C. Mota, Cibele A. Crispim
Summary: Recent studies indicate that chronotype is associated with dietary habits and obesity. Evening types are more likely to have unhealthy eating habits such as eating late at night, skipping breakfast, and consuming processed/ultraprocessed foods. Morning types are more likely to have healthy eating habits such as eating breakfast early and consuming fresh/minimally processed foods. Intermediate types have eating patterns and health behaviors more similar to early types than late types.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jinli Xian, Mao Zeng, Zhengjie Cai, Changxiao Xie, Yuqian Xie, Manoj Sharma, Yong Zhao, Zumin Shi
Summary: The study found that the request and purchase of TV advertised foods are associated with children's dietary intake, as well as increasing the risk of children's overweight and obesity.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Hyunjung Lee, Gugulethu T. Moyo, Rufus J. Theophilus, Wilna Oldewage-Theron
Summary: This study evaluated the associations between dietary changes and risk factors of type 2 diabetes in older populations in Sharpeville, South Africa. The results showed that women had significantly higher BMI levels compared to men, and waist circumference significantly decreased. Furthermore, intakes of total energy, fatty acids, and cholesterol were positively associated with BMI and waist circumference, while fatty acid intake was negatively associated with HOMA-IR and HOMA-B.
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Emma Zhao, Nicole Lowres, Sharon L. Naismith, Geoffrey Tofler, Adrian Bauman, Robyn Gallagher
Summary: This study explores the prevalence of cognitive impairment in patients 4 weeks after acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and its association with health literacy and secondary prevention. The results showed that approximately 30% of ACS patients demonstrated cognitive impairment at 4 weeks post-discharge. Cognitive impairment was significantly associated with health literacy, indicating the need for further investigation.
JOURNAL OF CARDIOVASCULAR NURSING
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Kayla Elliott, Jennifer Norman, Karen Wardle, Pip Budgen, Hayley Callahan, Michelle Camilleri, Alannah Romeo, Katie Trinh, Anthony Okely, Katharina E. Kariippanon
Summary: This study addressed the issue of child and youth participation in physical activity and found that the Race around Australia (RAA) program was feasible and effective in primary schools, but faced barriers to implementation in secondary schools. The study recommends program refinement to address the unique barriers of the secondary school setting and emphasizes the need for stronger consideration of the Health Promotion with Schools Framework.
HEALTH PROMOTION JOURNAL OF AUSTRALIA
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Erika Bohn-Goldbaum, Aaron Cashmore, Adrian Bauman, Anna Sullivan, Lose (Rose) Fonua, Andrew Milat, Kate Reid, Anne Grunseit
Summary: Demographic and baseline weight-related variables are not predictive factors for weight loss success in group programs. Identifying other shared characteristics among high weight-loss teams may help teams achieve their weight loss goals.
HEALTH PROMOTION JOURNAL OF AUSTRALIA
(2023)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Tracy Nau, Sean Perry, Billie Giles-Corti, William Bellew, Adrian Bauman, Ben J. Smith
Summary: This study evaluated state and territory laws in Australia and found that most jurisdictions do not have objectives in primary legislation to promote physical activity and integrated land use and transport planning. Only two jurisdictions addressed evidence-based standards and few fully met recommendations. Therefore, there is an opportunity to strengthen laws to promote more active environments.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Mireia Felez-Nobrega, Andre O. Werneck, Adrian Bauman, Josep Maria Haro, Ai Koyanagi
Summary: This study analyzed data from 28 countries and found heterogeneous trends in active school commuting among adolescents. Most countries showed stable patterns, while a few countries had decreasing or increasing trends over time. There were no differences in active school commuting trends between boys and girls in the majority of countries.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Heidi Gilchrist, Abby Haynes, Juliana S. Oliveira, Anne Grunseit, Catherine Sherrington, Adrian Bauman, Roberta Shepherd, Anne Tiedemann
Summary: Exercise targeting balance and strength has been proven to prevent falls in older age. The Successful AGEing yoga trial is the first large randomized controlled trial to assess the impact of yoga on falls in people aged >= 60 years. A realist process evaluation was conducted, revealing that the mind-body connection created by relaxation, breathing, and yoga enhances participant engagement and satisfaction, with mindfulness and embodiment playing important roles.
JOURNAL OF AGING AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
(2023)
Letter
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Robyn Gallagher, Kimberley Bassett, Emma Zhao, Adrian Bauman, Geoffrey Tofler, Sharon L. Naismith
JOURNAL OF CARDIOPULMONARY REHABILITATION AND PREVENTION
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Melanie Crane, Alec Cobbold, Matthew Beck, Tracy Nau, Christopher Standen, Chris Rissel, Ben J. Smith, Stephen Greaves, William Bellew, Adrian Bauman
Summary: Working from home has implications for physical activity and sedentary behavior. Limited interventions specifically designed for remote work include exercise programs, infrastructure, online programs, professional advice, peer support, activity trackers, and reminder prompts. More evidence is needed on adapting workplace interventions for home environments and exploring alternative interventions, such as urban planning and recreational strategies.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Daniel L. Surkalim, Philip J. Clare, Robert Eres, Klaus Gebel, Adrian Bauman, Ding Ding
Summary: This study aims to examine the trends and predictors of loneliness in middle-aged and older Americans over a 20-year period. The findings suggest that loneliness has decreased over time, but certain sociodemographic subgroups are still at a higher risk. Targeted public health interventions are needed to address this issue.
JOURNALS OF GERONTOLOGY SERIES B-PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Heather McKay, Heather M. Macdonald, Lindsay Nettlefold, Katie M. Weatherson, Samantha Gray, Adrian Bauman, Karim Khan, Joanie Sims Gould
Summary: The health-promoting intervention "Choose to Move" was successfully scaled-up in British Columbia, Canada. The intervention maintained its effectiveness and successfully reduced social isolation in older adults.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Anne Carolyn Grunseit, Eloise Howse, Julie Williams, Adrian Ernest Bauman
Summary: In Australia, policymakers are hesitant to implement policy-based approaches to diet, alcohol, physical inactivity, and obesity due to concerns about public perception of such interventions as nanny-state. However, people's general positions on government intervention do relate to their positions on different preventive policy options.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Tracy Nau, Adrian Bauman, William Bellew, Billie Giles-Corti, Ben J. Smith
Summary: Although walking is prioritized in strategic plans in Australian cities, there is limited understanding of the legal components for delivering this. This study examines the characteristics and components of the legal framework that influence walkability in built environments in Australian states and territories.
PUBLIC HEALTH RESEARCH & PRACTICE
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Lucy Corbett, Adrian Bauman, Louisa R. R. Peralta, Anthony D. D. Okely, Philayrath Phongsavan
Summary: This study examined the psychosocial health of teachers in New South Wales, Australia, and found that female teachers had higher levels of psychological distress and burnout compared to male teachers. Multiple work-related factors were associated with teachers' psychosocial health. The study suggests a need for more support and lifestyle programs to improve teachers' psychosocial well-being.
JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH-HEIDELBERG
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Karen A. Waller, Anagha A. Killedar, Susan E. Furber, Eng J. Tan, Alice A. Gibson, Adrian E. Bauman, Alison J. Hayes
Summary: This study aimed to determine the cost-effectiveness and cost-utility of a 6-month text-message intervention (DTEXT) to improve glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) and self-management behaviors for Australian adults with type 2 diabetes. The DTEXT intervention cost AU$36 (INT$24) per participant, with an ICER of AU$311 (INT$211) per 11 mmol/mol (1%) reduced HbA1c. DTEXT had a 33% probability of being effective and cost-saving based on HbA1c outcomes, but only a 24% probability of being cost-effective based on the QALY outcomes.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Megan L. Hammersley, Jennifer Norman, Lisa G. Smithers, Susan Furber, Melinda Plumb, Rachel A. Jones
Summary: This study aimed to design and assess the feasibility and acceptability of narrative videos and text messages focused on healthy eating and physical activity behaviors appropriate for parents of young children from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds.
HEALTH PROMOTION JOURNAL OF AUSTRALIA
(2023)