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Maranhão DCM, de Araújo Silva JD, Farah BQ, Pirauá NBB, de Araújo RC, Cavalcante BR, Pirauá ALT. Effects of 12-Weeks of Home-Based Exercise Training on Physical and Cognitive Function of Older Adults: Randomized Trial Comparing Virtual Versus Minimal Supervision in the Context of the Covid-19 Pandemic in Brazil. Can Geriatr J 2024; 27:47-55. [PMID: 38433880 PMCID: PMC10896203 DOI: 10.5770/cgj.27.705] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/05/2024] Open
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Background We investigated the effects of a 12-week home-based exercise program delivered with virtual or minimal supervision on the physical and cognitive function of community-dwelling older adults in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil. Methods The study was registered on the Brazilian Registry of Clinical Trials platform (code: RBR-8qby2wt). Thirty-eight older adults (81% female and 68±7 years old), non-disabled, and without cognitive impairment or dementia, were randomly assigned to a 12-week home-based exercise program: 1) virtual supervision (classes remotely delivered through video conference by trained staff), or 2) minimal supervision (once-weekly contact to touch base through standardized text messages). The participants initially performed two sets of 10 repetitions three times a week, with a 60-second interval. The volume and complexity of the exercises were progressively increased. (e.g., the number of sets increased to 3 and later to 4). At baseline and follow-up, we collected remote measurements of physical function (muscle strength and power, functional muscular fitness) and cognition (processing speed, inhibitory control, verbal fluency). Results Participants in the minimal supervision home-based exercise group significantly improved the Stroop test (-1.6 sec, 95% CI = -3.20; -0.09). No significant between-group differences were observed for physical and cognitive outcomes. Conclusion A home-based exercise program delivered with virtual or minimal supervision can produce similar effects, and may help to maintain physical and cognitive capabilities among healthy, high-functioning older adults who experienced mobility restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil.
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- Diógenes Candido Mendes Maranhão
- Graduate Program in Physical Education, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, PE, Brazil
- Graduate Program in Rehabilitation and Functional Performance, Petrolina, PE, Brazi
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- Graduate Program in Physical Education, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, PE, Brazil
- Department of Physical Education, Federal Rural University of Pernambuco, Recife, PE, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Education, Federal University of Vale do São Francisco, Petrolina, PE, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Physical Education, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, PE, Brazil
- Department of Physical Education, Federal Rural University of Pernambuco, Recife, PE, Brazil
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Molina MDCB, Aprelini CMDO, Meireles AL, Griep RH, Giatti L, Almeida MDCCD, Fonseca MDJMD, Schmidt MI, Barreto SM, Matos SMAD, Vigo A, Mill JG. Impact of socioeconomic factors on lifestyle changes among employees of public higher education institutions in ELSA-Brasil during COVID-19 pandemic. CAD SAUDE PUBLICA 2023; 39:e00047123. [PMID: 37970941 PMCID: PMC10644976 DOI: 10.1590/0102-311xen047123] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2023] [Revised: 07/06/2023] [Accepted: 08/24/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023] Open
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This study aimed to identify lifestyle changes and associated sociodemographic factors in women and men participating in the Brazilian Longitudinal Study for Adult Health (ELSA-Brasil) cohort during the COVID-19 pandemic. Longitudinal study with 3,776 (aged 58.8 years; SD ± 8.5) employees of public higher education institutions in the second follow-up and the wave-COVID of ELSA-Brasil. Data collected using structured questionnaires. An exploratory analysis was performed using binary and multinomial logistic regression on the dependent variables with two and three categories, respectively, by obtaining crude and adjusted odds ratio estimates in SPSS 20.0, considering a p-value < 0.05. There was a reduction in physical activity of 195.5 (SD ± 1,146.4) metabolic equivalents per week in women and 240.5 (SD ± 1,474.2) in men, and in smoking by 15.2%. There was an increase in alcohol consumption in men and women (434.2 ± 5,144.0; and 366.1 ± 4,879.0, respectively), in the food quality score (0.8 ± 3.7, women; 0.5 ± 3.7, men), sleeping time (0.4 ± 1.2, women; 0.5 ± 1.1, men), screen time (1.7 ± 2.4, women; 1.4 ± 2.3, men), and sitting time (1.7 ± 2.6, women; 1.5 ± 2.4, men) (hours/day). In total, 18.6% increased the purchase of ultra-processed foods and 36% increased the purchase of natural foods. Age and work activity contributed to increase the chance of purchasing ultra-processed foods, and age and adherence to social distancing influenced the shift to a more sedentary behavior, while income and active work favored the increase in alcoholic beverage consumption. These factors should be considered when developing public policies to avoid individual behaviors that are harmful to health during pandemics.
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Saúde e Nutrição, Universidade Federal de Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto, Brasil
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- Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brasil
- Hospital das Clínicas, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brasil
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- Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brasil
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- Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brasil
- Hospital das Clínicas, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brasil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Epidemiologia, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brasil
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- Departamento de Ciências Fisiológicas, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Vitória, Brasil
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Andrade A, D’Oliveira A, dos Santos KM, Bastos ACRDF, Corrado S, Vilarino GT, Diotaiuti P. Impact of social isolation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic on the mood profile of active and sedentary older adults: physical activity as a protective factor. Front Public Health 2023; 11:1221142. [PMID: 37849723 PMCID: PMC10578610 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1221142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2023] [Accepted: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 10/19/2023] Open
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Background The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our habits and lifestyle due to social isolation and mobility restrictions. This new scenario, together with the fear of contracting the coronavirus, influenced mental health, especially among older adults, who presented reductions in social contact and physical activity (PA). Thus, the objective of the study was to analyze the impact caused by social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic on the mood states of active and sedentary older adults. Methods This is an observational study conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Older adults aged over 60 years, who were registered in the database of the Secretariat for the Promotion of Citizenship from a city in southern Brazil, participated in the research. An online questionnaire was applied with questions about sociodemographic characteristics, level of PA, confinement, and mood states in two periods: May 2020 and June 2021. The Mann-Whitney U test was used to compare the mood states of active and inactive individuals during the pandemic. Results One hundred and fifty participants answered the questionnaire, of which 80 (53.3%) reported practicing PA. More active older adults suffered fewer changes in mood when compared to inactive older adults, with lower levels of confusion (p = 0.035), depression (p = 0.002), and fatigue (p = 0.000). Older adults confined for more than 50 days were more likely to develop depression. In addition, the mood state correlated with the variable fear of contracting the coronavirus; the greater the fear, the greater the mental confusion, depression, fatigue, and tension, and the lower the vigor in the older adults. The practice of PA is also correlated with the mood state; the greater the number of hours dedicated to PA, the lower the confusion, depression, fatigue, and tension of the older adults. Conclusion The practice of PA positively influenced the mental health of older adults during periods of isolation and social restrictions. PA has a protective factor for the development of mental health problems and improves mood states, with greater time performing PA leading to more benefits.
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- Alexandro Andrade
- Laboratory of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Department of Physical Education, Santa Catarina State University, Florianópolis, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Department of Physical Education, Santa Catarina State University, Florianópolis, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Department of Physical Education, Santa Catarina State University, Florianópolis, Brazil
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- Department of Human Sciences, Society and Health, University of Cassino and Lazio, Cassino, Italy
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- Laboratory of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Department of Physical Education, Santa Catarina State University, Florianópolis, Brazil
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- Department of Human Sciences, Society and Health, University of Cassino and Lazio, Cassino, Italy
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Terra LF, Costa WPD, Silva RMF, Rezende LMTD, Noll M, Noll PRES. Interventions towards barriers to the practice of physical activity in adolescence: A systematic review protocol. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0287868. [PMID: 37437054 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0287868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2023] [Indexed: 07/14/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Lack of regular physical activity is recognized as a global public health issue. Three out of every four adolescents do not adhere to physical activity recommendations. Thus, this systematic review will evaluate interventions employed to minimize barriers to physical activity among adolescents. Herein, we present the study protocol. To the best of our knowledge, this will be the first systematic review to assess the interventions implemented to minimize barriers to the practice of physical activity among adolescents. A systematic understanding of the most effective interventions to reduce the barriers to physical activity is essential. METHOD AND ANALYSIS We will search five databases: two multidisciplinary (Scopus and Web of Science) and three other health-related databases (Embase, SPORTDiscus, and PubMed). The search will be limited to original peer-reviewed articles published in English, with no time restrictions. The search strategy will use MeSH terms and their variations to maximize the search strategy. Two reviewers will independently read the included articles, extract the data, and evaluate the methodological quality using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development, and Evaluation scale and the risk of bias using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme checklist and Downs and Black scale. Discrepancies will be resolved by a third reviewer. This systematic review will follow the guidelines outlined in the 2020 Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses. DISCUSSION The outcomes of this study are expected to enhance the current understanding of the obstacles to physical activity among adolescents and aid in the development or modification of programs to combat physical inactivity in this population. Consequently, these findings should have a positive impact on current and future adolescent health outcomes. ETHICS AND DISCLOSURE Ethical approval will not be required for this study as it is an analysis of previously published articles (i.e., secondary data). The results will be published in a peer-reviewed journal. PROSPERO registration: CRD42022382174.
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- Instituto Federal Goiano-Campus Ceres, Ceres, Goiás, Brazil
- Instituto Federal Goiano-Campus Morrinhos, Morrinhos, Goiás, Brazil
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- Instituto Federal Goiano-Campus Ceres, Ceres, Goiás, Brazil
- Instituto Federal de Goiás-Campus Itumbiara, Itumbiara, Goiás, Brazil
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- Instituto Federal Goiano-Campus Ceres, Ceres, Goiás, Brazil
- Universidade Federal de Goiás, Goiânia, Goiás, Brazil
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- Instituto Federal Goiano-Campus Ceres, Ceres, Goiás, Brazil
- Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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Menezes-Júnior LAAD, de Moura SS, Miranda AG, de Souza Andrade AC, Machado-Coelho GLL, Meireles AL. Sedentary behavior is associated with poor sleep quality during the COVID-19 pandemic, and physical activity mitigates its adverse effects. BMC Public Health 2023; 23:1116. [PMID: 37308867 PMCID: PMC10258778 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-023-16041-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2023] [Accepted: 06/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/14/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND We aimed to evaluate the association of sedentary behavior (SB) and moderate to vigorous leisure-time physical activity (MVPA) with sleep quality during the COVID-19 pandemic. METHODS Cross-sectional, population-based study in adults, conducted from October to December 2020 in the Iron Quadrangle region, Brazil. The outcome was sleep quality, evaluated with the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. SB was assessed by self-report of total sitting time, before and during the pandemic. Individuals with ≥ 9 h of total sitting time were classified as SB. In addition, the ratio of time spent in MVPA to time in SB was analyzed. A contrasted directed acyclic graph (DAG) model was constructed to adjust logistic regression models. RESULTS A total of 1629 individuals were evaluated, the prevalence of SB before the pandemic was 11.3% (95%CI: 8.6-14.8), and during the pandemic 15.2% (95%CI: 12.1-18.9). In multivariate analysis, the chance of poor sleep quality was 77% higher in subjects with SB ≥ 9 h per day (OR: 1.77; 95% CI: 1.02-2.97). Furthermore, a one-hour increase in SB during the pandemic, increased the chance of poor sleep quality by 8% (OR: 1.08; 95%CI 1.01-1.15). In the analysis of the ratio of MVPA per SB in individuals with SB ≥ 9 h, practicing 1 min of MVPA per hour of SB reduces the chance of poor sleep quality by 19% (OR: 0.84; 95%CI: 0.73-0.98). CONCLUSION SB during the pandemic was a factor associated with poor sleep quality, and the practice of MVPA can reduce the effects of SB.
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- Luiz Antônio Alves de Menezes-Júnior
- Postgraduate Program in Health and Nutrition, School of Nutrition, Federal University of Ouro, Preto, Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
- Research and Study Group on Nutrition and Public Health (GPENSC), Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate Program in Health and Nutrition, School of Nutrition, Federal University of Ouro, Preto, Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil
- Research and Study Group on Nutrition and Public Health (GPENSC), Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto, Brazil
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- Research and Study Group on Nutrition and Public Health (GPENSC), Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Health and Nutrition, School of Nutrition, Federal University of Ouro, Preto, Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil
- Research and Study Group on Nutrition and Public Health (GPENSC), Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto, Brazil
- Department of Clinical and Social Nutrition, School of Nutrition, Federal University of Ouro, Preto, Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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Christofaro DG, Tebar WR, Silva GC, Lofrano-Prado MC, Botero JP, Cucato GG, Malik N, Hollands K, Correia MA, Ritti-Dias RM, Prado WL. Anxiety is more related to inadequate eating habits in inactive than in physically active adults during COVID-19 quarantine. Clin Nutr ESPEN 2022; 51:301-306. [PMID: 36184220 PMCID: PMC9371765 DOI: 10.1016/j.clnesp.2022.08.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2022] [Revised: 07/17/2022] [Accepted: 08/05/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022]
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Background & aims Anxiety can be related to reduced diet quality during pandemics such as COVID-19. However, it is not clear whether these relationships would be similar in inactive and physically active participants. The aim of this study was to analyze associations between anxiety and eating habits in physically active and inactive individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods The sample consisted of 1826 adults (58.5% women) who were invited through social media to answer an online questionnaire. The instrument included questions related to physical activity, eating habits, health behavior, mental health (anxiety, depression, self-esteem, sadness and stress) and overall health. Anxiety, food habits (high food habits consumption ≥5 times per week) and physical activity (≥150 min per week) were assessed during the COVID-19 pandemic. The relationship between anxiety and eating habits according to levels of physical activity (inactive vs. active) was assessed using binary logistic regression adjusted for sex, age, education level, social isolation, and body mass index. Results Among the inactive participants, anxiety was related with high consumption of sweets (OR = 1.43; 95% CI = 1.11–1.83) and fast foods (OR = 2.23; 95% CI = 1.05–4.74) while quarantining during the COVID-19 pandemic. No relationship was observed between anxiety and food consumption among physically active participants in the final model. Conclusion Anxiety was associated with less desirable eating habits among physically inactive adults during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Tovani-Palone MR, Comini N, Giacalone A, Franchi T. Importance of Healthy Habits During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Perspective and Suggestions. ELECTRONIC JOURNAL OF GENERAL MEDICINE 2022. [DOI: 10.29333/ejgm/11874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Daniel MM, Liboredo JC, Anastácio LR, Souza TCDM, Oliveira LA, Della Lucia CM, Ferreira LG. Incidence and Associated Factors of Weight Gain During the Covid-19 Pandemic. Front Nutr 2022; 9:818632. [PMID: 35284434 PMCID: PMC8908378 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.818632] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2021] [Accepted: 01/31/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Introduction and Aims The behavioral changes that arose from quarantine due to the COVID-19 pandemic may have impacted the weight of people. This study aims to investigate the incidence and predictors of weight gain during the quarantine period. Methods An online survey was performed five months after the social distance measures implementation. Participants recorded their current and usual weight before lockdown. A multivariate logistic regression model was performed. Results Data on 1334 participants were evaluated (33.6y, 79.8% females), and 58.8% have gained weight (3.0 kg; 0.1 to 30.0 kg). Predictors of weight gain were increased food intake (OR = 5.40); snacking (OR = 2.86); fast food (OR = 1.11); canned products (OR = 1.08); and in physical activity (OR = 0.99) concerning the period before the pandemic; also time spent at work, including household chores (OR = 1.58); evening snack (OR = 1.54); higher frequency of alcoholic beverage intake (OR = 1.59) and dose of alcoholic beverage (OR = 1.11); uncontrolled eating (OR = 1.01), and vegetable intake (OR = 0.92) during the quarantine and physical activity before pandemic period (OR = 0.99). Conclusion Most participants have gained weight during the pandemic because of working changes, lifestyle, eating habits changes, and uncontrolled eating behavior. These results can be useful to encourage changes during future quarantine periods to prevent weight gain.
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- Marina Martins Daniel
- Graduate Program in Nutrition and Health, Department of Nutrition, Universidade Federal de Lavras, Lavras, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Nutrition Science, Department of Nutrition and Health, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Viçosa, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Nutrition Science, Department of Nutrition and Health, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Viçosa, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Nutrition and Health, Department of Nutrition, Universidade Federal de Lavras, Lavras, Brazil
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Wendt A. Is Adolescents' Cardiometabolic Health Affected by Prolonged Periods of Inactivity? Arq Bras Cardiol 2021; 117:363-364. [PMID: 34495234 PMCID: PMC8395811 DOI: 10.36660/abc.20210479] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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- Andrea Wendt
- Universidade Federal de PelotasPelotasRSBrasilUniversidade Federal de Pelotas (UFPEL), Pelotas, RS – Brasil
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OBJECTIVE To assess changes in daily habits, food choices and lifestyle of adult Brazilians before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. DESIGN This observational study was carried out with Brazilian adults through an online questionnaire 5 months after the social distance measures implementation. The McNemar, McNemar–Bowker and Wilcoxon tests were used to investigate differences before and during the COVID pandemic period, adopting the statistical significance of P < 0·05. SETTING Brazil. PARTICIPANTS Totally, 1368 volunteers aged 18+ years. RESULTS The volunteers reported a lower frequency of breakfast, morning and lunch snacks (P < 0·05) and a higher frequency of evening snacks and other meal categories during the pandemic period (P < 0·05). The results showed an increase in the consumption of bakery products, instant meals and fast food, while the consumption of vegetables and fruits decreased (P < 0·005). There was a significant increase in the frequency of consumption of alcoholic beverages (P < 0·001), but a reduction in the dose (P < 0·001), increased frequency of smoking (P = 0·007), an increase in sleep and screen time in hours and decrease in physical activity (P < 0·001). CONCLUSIONS It was possible to observe an increase in screen time, hours of sleep, smoking and drinking frequency. On the other hand, there was a reduction in the dose of alcoholic beverages but also in the practice of physical activity. Eating habits also changed, reducing the performance of daytime meals and increasing the performance of nighttime meals. The frequency of consumption of instant meals and fast food has increased, while consumption of fruits and vegetables has decreased.
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Katewongsa P, Potharin D, Rasri N, Palakai R, Widyastari DA. The Effect of Containment Measures during the Covid-19 Pandemic to Sedentary Behavior of Thai Adults: Evidence from Thailand's Surveillance on Physical Activity 2019-2020. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:4467. [PMID: 33922340 PMCID: PMC8122829 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18094467] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2021] [Revised: 04/18/2021] [Accepted: 04/19/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Measures to contain the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) imposed by governments have undoubtedly impacted on preventing its spread but may have also produced longer periods of sedentary living across all segments of society. To examine this phenomenon, this study compared the sedentary behavior (SB) of Thai adults before and during the Covid-19 pandemic. The 2019 and 2020 datasets of Thailand's Surveillance on Physical Activity (SPA) were employed. A total of 5379 (SPA2019) and 6531 (SPA202020) persons age 18-64 years who had access to the Internet were included in the analysis. Measures imposed to contain the spread of Covid-19 infection were significantly associated with lower opportunity of Thai adults for work-related physical movement, and that increased their SB, particularly with the shift from onsite to online working platforms. Cumulative SB increased from 824 (before the pandemic) to 875 min/day during the pandemic. The odds of accumulating >13 h/day of SB was highest among females, young adults, those who completed post-secondary education, unemployed or working in the non-agriculture sector, having a chronic disease/condition, residing in an urban area, and living in a 'higher-risk' pandemic zone. The insignificant association of physical activity (PA) and the Fit from Home (FFH) intervention in reducing SB during the pandemic suggests that PA is not directly associated with SB, and that the FFH intervention was insufficient to prevent SB.
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- Piyawat Katewongsa
- Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, Salaya, Phutthamothon, Nakhon Pathom 73170, Thailand
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- Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, Salaya, Phutthamothon, Nakhon Pathom 73170, Thailand
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- Thai Health Promotion Foundation, 99/8 Ngam Duphli Alley, Thung Maha Mek, Sathon, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
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- Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, Salaya, Phutthamothon, Nakhon Pathom 73170, Thailand
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- Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, Salaya, Phutthamothon, Nakhon Pathom 73170, Thailand
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