scholarly journals Nutrition and physical activity environments in primary schools in Poland – COSI study

2020 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 605-612
Author(s):  
Magdalena Korzycka ◽  
Maria Jodkowska ◽  
Anna Oblacińska ◽  
Anna Fijałkowska
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Nutrition And Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Activity Environments

scholarly journals The Turkish adaptation of the family and nutrition and physical activity (abfa-tr) screening tool

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
H Ikiisik ◽  
E Ekici ◽  
H Ankaralı ◽  
G Manav ◽  
M Yetim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Family Environment ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Screening Tool ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Measurement Tool ◽  
The Family ◽  
Environment And Behavior ◽  
Nutrition And Physical Activity ◽  
And Behavior

Abstract Background Assessing the dieatary and physical activity state of the family is important in determining the causes of obesity in the child. The aim of this study is to adapt The Family Nutrition and Physical Activity Screening Tool (FNPA) to Turkish and evaluate its reliability and validity. Methods In this methodological research, mixed probabilistic sampling methods were used. The sample size was not calculated and it was aimed to reach all of the 1126 students and families in the three primary schools with different socioeconomic status (high, medium, low) in Uskudar, Istanbul. A total of 727 students’ and their families’ data were collected. Research data were collected by a two-part questionnaire. Survey forms were composed of an introductory information form and the Turkish version of the (FNPA). The low total score on the scale means high-risk family environment and behavior, and the high total score means a more positive family environment and behavior. Prior to the implementation of the scale in the field, a pilot application was made. Results The Cronbach alpha coefficient for the internal consistency of the scale was 0.724. The test-retest reliability coefficient of the scale had a medium to very high level ranged from 0.422 to 0.925. The Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin test result of the 20 questions in the scale was found to be appropriate as 0.771. To evaluate the validity of the content, relationships between the scale score and the answers given the questions about the eating behaviors of the family which were not included in the scale. When these relationships were evaluated, the mean scores of those who had regular breakfast were significantly higher (P = 0.001). Conclusions The study shows that the ABFA-TR scale is a valid and reliable measurement tool for Turkish population. Key messages It is likely that home environments and parental behaviors with interchangeable risk factors for obesity and overweight may alleviate or aggravate the potential risk of obesity. The development and use of measurement tools related to the family environment as an element of obesogenic environment are among the important steps taken to fight obesity.

scholarly journals An Investigation of Family Nutrition and Physical Activity and Affecting Factors in Primary Schools

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
E Ekici ◽  
H Ikiişik ◽  
H Ankarali ◽  
E H Kozan ◽  
M Yetim
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Childhood Obesity ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Affecting Factors ◽  
The Family ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Nutrition And Physical Activity ◽  
Middle Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Family Nutrition

Abstract Background In this study, it was aimed to determine the family nutrition and physical activity status of primary school students and some affecting factors. Methods In this descriptive and correlation-seeking research, mixed sampling methods were used. The sample size was not calculated, it was aimed to reach all students in three primary schools with different socioeconomic status (high, medium, low) in Uskudar, Istanbul. Data from 727 subjects were collected through an introductory information form and The Family Nutrition and Physical Activity Screening Tool (FNPA). Results In the study, data from 294 (49.7%) girls and 297 (50.3%) boys from three primary schools who studied first grade (n = 321, 54.3%) and 4th grade (n = 270, 45.7%), a total of 591 children were used. The total FNPA score of students in schools with high or middle socioeconomic status was significantly higher than the socioeconomically low school (P < 0.001). The mean score of the scale was significantly higher in those who doesn’t eat junkfood or snacks (P = 0.001), who had regular breakfast (P = 0.001) and people with regular meal time (P = 0.001). The mean BMI of children in the middle socioeconomic status school was found to be significantly higher than that of students in the low socioeconomic status school (P = 0.013). There was also a significant correlation between the mean BMI of mothers and the total FNPA score (P < 0.001). Conclusions In the study, as the socioeconomic status of schools increased, FNPA total score increased as well. Although some studies suggest that family income and socioeconomic status are inversely related to childhood obesity, in this research the mean BMI of children in the socioeconomically middle school was significantly higher than the students in the socioeconomically low school. Key messages The evaluation of the nutritional and physical activity status of the family as an element of the obesogenic environment, may be effective on identifying the causes of childhood obesity. Studies to determine the nutritional and physical activity of the family in preventing childhood obesity are essential.

scholarly journals Cardiorespiratory effects of project energize: a whole-of region primary school nutrition and physical activity programme in New Zealand in 2011 and 2015

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Carolyn Cairncross ◽  
Victor Obolonkin ◽  
Tara Coppinger ◽  
Elaine Rush
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
New Zealand ◽  
Cardiorespiratory Fitness ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Ethnically Diverse ◽  
School Nutrition ◽  
Z Score ◽  
Z Scores ◽  
Nutrition And Physical Activity

Abstract Background Since 2004, Sport Waikato has delivered Project Energize, a through-school nutrition and physical activity program to primary schools in the Waikato. As part of the program’s continued assessment and quality control, the programme was evaluated in 2011 and 2015. This paper’s aim was to compare the cardiorespiratory fitness (time to run 550 m (T550)) levels of children participating in Project Energize in 2011 and 2015. Methods In the 2011 evaluation of Project Energize, gender specific- T550-for-age Z scores (T550AZ) were derived from the T550 of 4832 Waikato children (2527 girls; 2305 boys; 36% Māori) aged between 6 and 12 years. In 2015, T550 was measured for 4798 (2361 girls; 2437 boys; 32% Māori) children, representative of age, gender and school socioeconomic status (SES). The T550AZ for every child in the 2015 study and 2011 evaluation were derived and differences in T550 between 2015 and 2011 by gender, SES and age were determined using independent t-tests. Multiple regression analysis predicted T550 Z score and run time, using year of measurement, gender, ethnicity, age and school SES. Results With and without adjustment, children in 2015 ran 550 m faster than in 2011 (adjusted Z score 0.06, time 11 s). Specifically, girls ran at a similar speed in 2015 as 2011 but boys were faster than in 2011 (Z score comparison P < 0.001, mean difference 0.18 95%CI 0.12, 0.25). Regression analysis showed time taken to run 550 m was 11 s less in 2015 compared with 2011. Boys ran it 13 s faster than girls (Z score 0.07) and for each 1 year age increase, children were 8 s slower (Z score 0.006). For each 10% decrease in SES, children were 3 s slower (Z score 0.004) and Māori children were 5 s slower than Non-Māori children (Z score 0.15). Conclusions The findings from this study support the continuation of the delivery of Project Energize in the Waikato region of New Zealand, as cardiorespiratory fitness scores in 2015, compared to 2011, were improved, particularly for lower SES schools and for Māori children. Ethnically diverse populations, schools with higher deprivation and girls, continue to warrant further attention to help achieve equity.

scholarly journals Relationship between primary school healthy eating and physical activity promoting environments and children’s dietary intake, physical activity and weight status: a longitudinal study in the West Midlands, UK

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (12) ◽  
pp. e040833
Author(s):  
Elizabeth Mairenn Garden ◽  
Miranda Pallan ◽  
Joanne Clarke ◽  
Tania Griffin ◽  
Kiya Hurley ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Longitudinal Study ◽  
Childhood Obesity ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
School Food ◽  
The West ◽  
West Midlands ◽  
Physical Activity Environments

ObjectiveWe aimed to examine the association between food and physical activity environments in primary schools and child anthropometric, healthy eating and physical activity measures.DesignObservational longitudinal study using data from a childhood obesity prevention trial.SettingState primary schools in the West Midlands region, UK.Participants1392 pupils who participated in the WAVES (West Midlands ActiVe lifestyle and healthy Eating in School children) childhood obesity prevention trial (2011–2015).Primary and secondary outcome measuresSchool environment (exposure) was categorised according to questionnaire responses indicating their support for healthy eating and/or physical activity. Child outcome measures, undertaken at three time points (ages 5–6, 7–8 and 8–9 years), included body mass index z-scores, dietary intake (using a 24-hour food ticklist) and physical activity (using an Actiheart monitor over 5 days). Associations between school food and physical activity environment categories and outcomes were explored through multilevel models.ResultsData were available for 1304 children (94% of the study sample). At age 8–9 years, children in 10 schools with healthy eating and physical activity-supportive environments had a higher physical activity energy expenditure than those in 22 schools with less supportive healthy eating/physical activity environments (mean difference=5.3 kJ/kg body weight/24 hours; p=0.05). Children in schools with supportive physical activity environments (n=8) had a lower body mass index z-score than those in schools with less supportive healthy eating/physical activity environments (n=22; mean difference=−0.17, p=0.02). School food and physical activity promoting environments were not significantly associated with dietary outcomes.ConclusionsSchool environments that support healthy food and physical activity behaviours may positively influence physical activity and childhood obesity.Trial registration numberISRCTN97000586.

scholarly journals Analysis of nutritional status of children aged 10–13 in selected areas of the Silesian Province of Poland and assessment of their parents’ knowledge on child nutrition guidelines

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 132-141
Author(s):  
Paweł Jonczyk ◽  
◽  
Magdalena Potempa-Jeziorowska ◽  
Elżbieta Świętochowska ◽  
Marek Kucharzewski ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Vegetable Consumption ◽  
Dairy Product ◽  
Calorific Value ◽  
Dietary Guidelines ◽  
Moderate Physical Activity ◽  
Nutrition And Physical Activity ◽  
Nutritional Status Of Children

Aim of the study: In this study, we analysed the nutritional status of children aged 10–13 years living in selected areas of the Silesian Province of Poland and assessed their parents’ knowledge of dietary guidelines. Materials and methods: The study was conducted in a group of parents of children aged 10–13 years in selected primary schools in the Silesian Province, Poland. Approximately 1,000 paper copies of an originally developed questionnaire were distributed among the respondents. The survey included questions about children’s anthropometric measurements, family structure and parents’ knowledge of guidelines regarding their children’s nutrition and physical activity. Statistical analysis was performed on 589 questionnaires. Results: The problem of obesity was present in 26.35% of children, while 16.44% were found to be overweight. In the study group, 21.84% of children were undernourished. Approximately half of parents know that a balanced child diet should consist of at least five meals a day. Only 7% of parents are aware of the appropriate level of milk and dairy product consumption by children, less than 9% of daily fruit and vegetable consumption and more than 51% of the combined consumption of meat, fish and eggs. On average, one in three parents do not know what the recommended share of the basic nutrients in the daily energy intake of a child is. More than half of the surveyed parents do not know the calorific value of fat, carbohydrates, protein, ethyl alcohol and fibre. Over 43.4% of the respondents know that a child should have 30–60 minutes of moderate physical activity daily. Conclusions: The knowledge of basic guidelines regarding nutrition and physical activity of children aged 10–13 years from selected areas of the Silesian Province among their parents is insufficient. Parents do not have the necessary knowledge regarding the recommended quantity and quality of food eaten by their children. It is necessary to implement educational programmes in primary schools addressed to both pupils and their parents.

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