Evaluating the sociodemographic, anthropometric and lifestyle parameters, depression, quality of life, cognitive status, physical activity, and Mediterranean diet adherence of older adults in pre- and post-Covid-19 periods: a comparative cross-sectional study

Psychology and Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 39(13), P. 2013 - 2038

Published: May 10, 2024

Ojective: Covid-19 pandemic has exerted deleterious effects on several aspect of mental health worldwide. The detrimental medical complications, the increased prevalence morbidity and rapid international spread have resulted in urgent public concerns political measures across world. This comparative, cross-sectional study aims to assess changes that were established sociodemographic, anthropometric lifestyle parameters aspects older adults due by comparing pre-Covid period with post-Covid period. Methods: Qualified questionnaires applied for assessing depression, quality life, cognitive status, Mediterranean Diet (MD) adherence, as well 3388 pre- Results: independently affected type residence, smoking habits, BMI WHR risk physical activity levels, MD adherence. Conclusions: Covid −19 persistent daily life Future strategies policies should develop healthcare programs provide psychological nutritional counseling support minimize pandemic.

Language: Английский

Lifestyle Habits and Nutritional Profile of the Spanish Population: A Comparison Between the Period During and After the COVID-19 Pandemic

Foods, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 13(23), P. 3962 - 3962

Published: Dec. 8, 2024

The aim of this study was to investigate the changes in habits regarding health and lifestyle Spanish population during after COVID-19 pandemic. A cross-sectional design used. Data were collected pandemic from 22,181 participants 3907 using NutSo-HH Scale, assessing demographic, nutritional, variables. Key findings reveal a slight increase exercise duration (+6.61%) post-pandemic, along with reductions fried food (-3.57%), juice (-6.45%), alcohol consumption (-9.66%). Conversely, there notable increases ultra-processed foods (+2.16%), soft drinks (+6.47%), coffee/energy (+38.95%). Sleep quality, body image, self-perceived showed minor declines. These indicate that despite some positive behavioral changes, is still significant dependence on unhealthy dietary choices, negatively impacting both mental physical health. results highlight need for public strategies which encourage healthier eating, increased activity, better sleep quality reduce long-term effects brought by Focused interventions are necessary curb rising sugary beverages while fostering overall well-being. This underscores vital role ongoing surveillance customized initiatives enhance general post-pandemic era.

Language: Английский

Dietary changes during the COVID-19 lockdown in Iranian households: are we witnessing a secular trend? A narrative review

Frontiers in Public Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 12

Published: Oct. 25, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic, which emerged in late 2019, influenced nearly all aspects of human life, including food choices and dietary habits.

Language: Английский