Lifestyle habits and the risk factors of dementia: Evidence from Japan

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fengming Chen ◽  
Hiroshi Yoshida
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Lifestyle Habits

scholarly journals Fermented pork fat (Sa-um) and lifestyle risk factors as potential indicators for type 2 diabetes among the Mizo population, Northeast India

2021 ◽  
Vol 40 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Freda Lalrohlui ◽  
Souvik Ghatak ◽  
John Zohmingthanga ◽  
Vanlal Hruaii ◽  
Nachimuthu Senthil Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Cox Regression ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Lifestyle Habits ◽  
Pork Fat

AbstractOver the last few decades, Mizoram has shown an increase in cases of type 2 diabetes mellitus; however, no in-depth scientific records are available to understand the occurrence of the disease. In this study, 500 patients and 500 healthy controls were recruited to understand the possible influence of their dietary and lifestyle habits in relation with type 2 diabetes mellitus. A multivariate analysis using Cox regression was carried out to find the influence of dietary and lifestyle factors, and an unpaired t test was performed to find the difference in the levels of biochemical tests. Out of 500 diabetic patients, 261 (52.3%) were males and 239 (47.7%) were females, and among the control group, 238 (47.7%) were males and 262 (52.3%) were females. Fermented pork fat, Sa-um (odds ratio (OR) 18.98), was observed to be a potential risk factor along with tuibur (OR 0.1243) for both males and females. Creatinine level was found to be differentially regulated between the male and female diabetic patients. This is the first report of fermented pork fat and tobacco (in a water form) to be the risk factors for diabetes. The unique traditional foods like Sa-um and local lifestyle habits like tuibur of the Mizo population may trigger the risk for the prevalence of the disease, and this may serve as a model to study other populations with similar traditional practices.

scholarly journals An Application of Metabolic Syndrome Severity Scores in the Lifestyle Risk Assessment of Taiwanese Adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (10) ◽  
pp. 3348 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chih-Ming Lin
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Severity Score ◽  
Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Scoring Systems ◽  
Lifestyle Habits ◽  
Gender And Age ◽  
Severity Scores ◽  
Potential Risk Factors ◽  
Lifestyle Risk

A metabolic syndrome (MS) diagnosis was made when the criteria for three or more of five MS components were met. Due to some limitations in the traditional MS criteria, however, different health care societies have sought to develop applicable MS scoring systems instead. Continuous MS scores can be of meaningful value in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of MS at different life stages. Relatedly, this study used a database for 27,748 subjects aged 20 to 64 years who received health checks at a health screening institution in Taiwan from 2010 to 2015 to a similar end. Five components of MS (waist circumference, fasting plasma glucose, blood pressure, fasting triglycerides, and high-density lipoprotein) were used to formulate an MS severity score in different gender and age stratums, which was then used to evaluate the risks of various lifestyle habits. Those estimates were then compared with the results for traditional MS diagnosis. The MS severity scores for some behaviors relating to smoking, drinking, physical activity, and sweetened beverage consumption were found to have changed from 0.03 to 0.2; however, a logistic regression analysis with dichotomous diagnosis did not indicate significant links between these behaviors and MS. The models established by the MS severity scores can identify the risk factors for MS in a more sensitive manner than the traditional MS diagnosis can, especially with respect to specific lifestyle habits. MS severity score can serve as an indicator to explore the potential risk factors for subclinical conditions in the early stages of MS.

Risk factors associated with sensitive skin and potential role of lifestyle habits: a cross-sectional study

2017 ◽  
Vol 42 (6) ◽  
pp. 656-658 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Falcone ◽  
R. J. H. Richters ◽  
N. E. Uzunbajakava ◽  
P. E. J. van Erp ◽  
P. C. M. van de Kerkhof
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Potential Role ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Sensitive Skin ◽  
Lifestyle Habits ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated

scholarly journals ROLE OF HELICOBACTER PYLORI INFECTION AND LIFESTYLE HABITS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF GASTRODUODENAL DISEASES IN A POPULATION FROM THE BRAZILIAN AMAZON

2013 ◽  
Vol 50 (3) ◽  
pp. 170-174 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruth Maria Dias Ferreira VINAGRE ◽  
Adenielson VILAR-e-SILVA ◽  
Amanda Alves FECURY ◽  
Luisa Caricio MARTINS
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Helicobacter Pylori ◽  
Peptic Ulcer ◽  
Alcohol Consumption ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Severe Disease ◽  
Lifestyle Habits ◽  
Excessive Alcohol Consumption ◽  
Excessive Alcohol ◽  
H Pylori

Context Although more than half of the world's population is colonized with Helicobacter pylori, it remains unknown why this organism is able to produce severe disease in some hosts and be innocuous in others. The clinical outcome of infection is determined by several factors, including differences in the host response to bacterial stimulation, specific virulence factors of the organism and environmental influences, or a combination of these factors. Objectives This study compared the prevalence of H. pylori infection and risk factors (infection with CagA+ strains, excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, and inadequate eating habits) between patients with different gastrointestinal disorders and associated these risk factors with the histopathological findings. Methods In a prospective study, samples were collected from 442 patients and a standardized questionnaire regarding lifestyle habits (excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, and eating habits) was applied. The presence of H. pylori and of the cagA gene was investigated by polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Gastric biopsies were obtained for histological assessment. Results The frequency of alcohol consumption, smoking, inadequate diet and infection with CagA+ H. pylori was higher among patients with peptic ulcer and adenocarcinoma when compared to those with gastritis. Gastric inflammation was more pronounced in patients infected with CagA+ strains. Conclusion We conclude that infection with CagA+ H. pylori strains, excessive alcohol consumption, smoking and inadequate eating habits increase the risk of developing peptic ulcer and gastric carcinoma.

scholarly journals Cardiovascular Risk Profile and Lifestyle Habits in a Cohort of Italian Cardiologists. Results of the SOCRATES Survey

2015 ◽  
Vol 80 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Pompilio Faggiano ◽  
Pier Luigi Temporelli ◽  
Giovanni Zito ◽  
Francesco Bovenzi ◽  
Furio Colivicchi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cardiovascular Risk ◽  
Data Entry ◽  
Cardiac Risk ◽  
Risk Profile ◽  
Health Habits ◽  
Vascular Events ◽  
Lifestyle Habits ◽  
Stress At Work ◽  
Cardiovascular Profile

Objectives. To offer a snapshot of the personal health habits of Italian cardiologists, the Survey on Cardiac Risk Profile and Lifestyle Habits in a Cohort of Italian Cardiologists (SOCRATES) study was undertaken. Background. Cardiologists’ cardiovascular profile and lifestyle habits are poorly known worldwide. Methods. A Web-based electronic self-reported survey, accessible through a dedicated website, was used for data entry, and data were transferred via the web to a central database. The survey was divided in 4 sections: baseline characteristics, medical illnesses and traditional cardiovascular risk factors, lifestyle habits and selected medication use. The e-mail databases of three national scientific societies were used to survey a large and representative sample of Italian cardiologists. Results. During the 3-month period of the survey, 1770 out of the 5240 cardiologists contacted (33.7%) completed and returned one or more sections of the questionnaire. More than 49% of the participants had 1 out of 5 classical risk factors (e.g. hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, active smoking, diabetes and previous vascular events). More than 28% of respondents had 2 to 5 risk factors and only 22.1% had none and therefore, according to age and sex, could be considered at low-intermediate risk. Despite the reported risk factors, more than 90% of cardiologists had a self-reported risk perception quantified as mild, such as low or intermediate. Furthermore, overweight/obesity, physical inactivity and stress at work or at home were commonly reported, as well as a limited use of cardiovascular drugs, such as statins or aspirin. Conclusions. The average cardiovascular profile of Italian cardiologist is unlikely to be considered ideal or even favorable according to recent statements and guidelines regarding cardiovascular risk. Thus, there is a large room for improvement and a need for education and intervention.

scholarly journals Engagement in Everyday Activities for Prevention of Stroke: Feasibility of an mHealth-Supported Program for People with TIA

Healthcare ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (8) ◽  
pp. 968
Author(s):  
Ann-Helen Patomella ◽  
Lisette Farias ◽  
Christina Eriksson ◽  
Susanne Guidetti ◽  
Eric Asaba
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Lifestyle Habits ◽  
Mobile Phone Application ◽  
Everyday Activities ◽  
Lifestyle Program ◽  
Ischemic Attack

Most of the risk factors for stroke are modifiable, yet incorporating and sustaining healthy lifestyle habits in daily life that reduce these risk factors is a major challenge. Engaging everyday activities (EEAs) are meaningful activities that are regularly performed that have the potential to contribute to the sustainability of healthy lifestyle habits and reduce risk factors for stroke. The aims of this study were (1) to investigate the feasibility and acceptability of a digitally supported lifestyle program called “Make My Day” (MMD) for people at risk for stroke following a transient ischemic attack, and (2) to describe participants’ stroke risk and lifestyle habits pre- and post-intervention. A multiple case study design using mixed methods was utilized (n = 6). Qualitative and self-reported quantitative data were gathered at baseline, post-intervention, and 12 months post-baseline. The results indicate that MMD can support lifestyle change and self-management for persons at risk for stroke following a TIA. The findings indicate a high acceptability and usability of MMD, as well as a demand for digital support provided via a mobile phone application. Self-management with digital support has the potential to increase participation in EEAs for persons at risk for stroke following a TIA.

scholarly journals A study to assess the prevalence of behavioral risk factors for lifestyle diseases among late adolescents in Chennai, Tamil Nadu

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 1260
Author(s):  
Evangeline Mary A. ◽  
Seenivasan P. ◽  
Shibiyeswanth R. I. ◽  
Prakash V. ◽  
Solaimuthurajagopal S. ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Tamil Nadu ◽  
Transitional Period ◽  
Behavioral Risk Factors ◽  
Behavioral Risk ◽  
Unhealthy Lifestyle ◽  
Lifestyle Habits ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Professional Students ◽  
Lifestyle Diseases

Background: Lifestyle diseases are now the major causes of premature morbidity, mortality, and economic loss in developed and developing countries, including the younger age groups.The four major preventable behavioral risk factors are tobacco use, unhealthy diet, physical inactivity and harmful use of alcohol. Life of adolescents is a transitional period, offering them good opportunities for establishing health-promoting lifestyles. This study is done to assess the prevalence of behavioral risk factors for lifestyle diseases of college going adolescents of Chennai. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 483 randomly selected undergraduate students from randomly selected colleges in Chennai between March and September 2016 by two stage stratified sampling method using a semi-structured questionnaire. Data was fed into excel sheet and Descriptive and inferential statistical analysis was done using SPSS v.21 package. Results: The participants were between 17 and 20 years. They belonged to professional and non professional colleges. 78% students had unhealthy lifestyle habits. All the participants had at least one risk factor in them. The awareness on the risk factors was significantly less among non professional students, but they had significantly better behavioural habits than the professional students. Boys had significantly better habits than girls and students who were overweight significantly had unhealthy lifestyle habits. Conclusions: The study reflects the poor lifestyle habits of all college-aged individuals, which can be effectively improved by health education and behaviour change communication. 

scholarly journals Urolithiasis: Prevalence, risk factors, and public awareness regarding dietary and lifestyle habits in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia in 2017

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 57
Author(s):  
NadaYasser Baatiah ◽  
RaghadBader Alhazmi ◽  
FatmahAli Albathi ◽  
EsraaGhazi Albogami ◽  
AbdullahKhalid Mohammedkhalil ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Lifestyle Habits

scholarly journals Assessment of Common Risk Factors and Lifestyle Habits Associated with Atherogenic Risk and Lipid-Lowering Therapy in Men with Type 2 Diabetes

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (4) ◽  
pp. 425-434
Author(s):  
Zakia Hadj-Benali ◽  
Mustapha Diaf ◽  
Méghit Boumediene Khaled
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Lipid Lowering ◽  
Lipid Lowering Therapy ◽  
Lifestyle Habits ◽  
Adult Men ◽  
Lipid Ratios ◽  
Lowering Therapy ◽  
Common Risk Factors

Abstract Background and aims: Our objective was to determine common risk factors and lifestyle habits associated with atherogenic risk and with the use of lipid-lowering therapy in men with type 2 diabetes. Material and Methods: A comparative cross-sectional study was performed in the northwestern Algeria during eleven months on adult men patients with type 2 diabetes. Anthropometric parameters, blood pressures and lipid profile were evaluated. Data of common risk factors and lifestyle habits associated to atherosclerosis were compared between two groups according to the lipid lowering therapy use based on statins. Results: 147 adult men patients with type 2 diabetes were involved in the study, 68 (46.26%) were under statins therapy and 79 (53.74%) were not. Significant associations with statins use were observed regarding the age group of 61-70 years (OR: 0.156 [0.043-0.570]; p=0.005), a salary of less than 30000 Algerian dinars (≈250.60$) (OR: 5.758 [1.299-25.512]; p=0.021), age of diabetes of 2-3 years (OR: 0.105 [0.013-0.867]; p=0.036) as well as with lipid ratios and body mass index (BMI). However, no significant associations were noted regarding the other studied parameters (marital status, educational level, occupation, salary, and family history, smoking status, alcohol consumption and sports practices) with lipid lowering therapy. Conclusion: Age of patients, diabetes duration, lipid ratios and the low income of patients are the strongest factors associated with the use of lipid lowering therapy (statins). However, largest longitudinal studies are needed to determine whether modifiable lifestyle habits could influence the lipid lowering therapies prescription in diabetic patients over time.

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