Correlation between participation in physical activity and healthy nutrition: An example of a sports science faculty

Arı, Yasemin; Çakır, Ergün

doi:10.29359/bjhpa.13.3.05

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“…A study conducted among Turkish high school students found that attitudes towards healthy nutrition were at a moderate level [17]. Another study conducted among university students revealed a high level of healthy eating attitudes among students [26]. In parallel with other studies conducted among different age groups, it can be interpreted that students have a healthy eating attitude in this study [17,27].…”

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Relationship Between Obesity Awareness and Nutrition Attitude: A Sectional Study Among Secondary School Students

Ayran,

Karaca

2023

Galician med. j.

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This study was aimed to identify the relationship between obesity awareness and nutrition attitudes among secondary school students. Methods. This descriptive research was conducted between April and June 2022 and involved 625 secondary school students of a province in Eastern Turkey. The data were collected using a question form consisting of a questionnaire, the Obesity Awareness Scale (OAS), and the Attitude Scale for Healthy Nutrition (ASHN). One-way ANOVA, independent sample t-test, Pearson correlation, and regression analysis were used to interpret the data. Results. There was a balanced distribution of descriptive characteristics among the study population. In this study, age and grade level were effective on the ASHN and OAS. Additionally, there were significant differences in the OAS score only by gender; however, the ASHN value significantly depended on weight assessment status, regular eating, and body mass index variables. Although there was a considerable deviation observed within the assessed sample regarding unhealthy behaviors, average time spent per day on the computer, phone, or television was approximately one hour. Although the study population had a positive attitude towards healthy eating and a high awareness of obesity, it was seen that students consumed junk food twice per day and fast food once a week on average. A regression analysis revealed a significant negative impact of time spent per day on the phone and junk food consumption on the ASHN; however, regular eating and OAS had positive effects. Conclusions. As students’ attitudes towards healthy nutrition increased, their levels of obesity awareness increased as well. Unhealthy lifestyle factors such as phone usage and junk food intake negatively affected healthy eating attitudes.

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Relationship Between Obesity Awareness and Nutrition Attitude: A Sectional Study Among Secondary School Students

Ayran,

Karaca

2023

Galician med. j.

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“…For instance, Vançelik et al (2007) discovered that university students who engaged in regular sports activities exhibited higher scores in healthy nutrition attitudes compared to their non-active peers. This trend was also observed in various studies involving university students, demonstrating that those who partook in regular physical activity generally displayed more favorable attitudes towards healthy nutrition (Arı & Çakır, 2021). Moreover, Yılmaz et al (2022) conducted a study focusing on healthy nutrition attitudes among university students and found a significant difference based on the frequency of physical activity.…”

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confidence: 65%

Exploring Attitudes Towards Healthy Nutrition Among Athletes In Diverse Disciplines

MURATHAN

2023

International Journal of Disabilities Sports and Health Sciences

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Nutritional awareness and healthy eating are vital aspects for the well-being of society, quality of life, and disease prevention. This study assessed the attitudes of athletes towards healthy nutrition and explored the impact of various factors, such as age, gender, and sports discipline, on such attitudes. A quantitative research approach and descriptive survey method were used. A total of 492 athletes participated in the study, including 287 males and 203 females. The athletes were licensed to participate in different sports disciplines in the Adıyaman province during the 2022-2023 season. The Attitude Scale for Healthy Nutrition (ASHN) was used to collect data. The scale's validity and reliability were established by Tekkurşun-Demir et al. (2019). It was complemented by a personal information questionnaire detailing the athletes' sociodemographic characteristics. The results showed that the athletes had a moderate level of attitude towards healthy nutrition, with an average score of 62.95. A positive correlation was detected between the athletes' age and their healthy nutrition attitude scores, with a moderate correlation coefficient of r = 0.533, p=0,221. The study underscores the significance of regular physical activity in enhancing athletes' healthy nutrition attitudes. The research also highlights that skipping meals has a detrimental effect on healthy nutrition attitudes among athletes, emphasizing the importance of regular and balanced meal consumption to maintain a positive attitude towards healthy nutrition.

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“…Inadequate diet can lead to an increased risk of obesity [ 224 ] and the development of other disorders such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, or hypertension [ 225 ]. Scientific reports increasingly suggest that health-promoting behaviors such as physical activity, eating a Mediterranean-style diet, and cognitive training protect cognitive functions [ 226 , 227 , 228 ]. The Mediterranean diet is suggested to have a positive effect on cognitive functions and episodic memory and is associated with a lower risk of cognitive disorders and neurodegenerative diseases [ 38 ].…”

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Can Nutrients and Dietary Supplements Potentially Improve Cognitive Performance Also in Esports?

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Factors influencing brain function and cognitive performance can be critical to athletic performance of esports athletes. This review aims to discuss the potential beneficial effects of micronutrients, i.e., vitamins, minerals and biologically active substances on cognitive functions of e-athletes. Minerals (iodine, zinc, iron, magnesium) and vitamins (B vitamins, vitamins E, D, and C) are significant factors that positively influence cognitive functions. Prevention of deficiencies of the listed ingredients and regular examinations can support cognitive processes. The beneficial effects of caffeine, creatine, and probiotics have been documented so far. There are many plant products, herbal extracts, or phytonutrients that have been shown to affect precognitive activity, but more research is needed. Beetroot juice and nootropics can also be essential nutrients for cognitive performance. For the sake of players’ eyesight, it would be useful to use lutein, which, in addition to improving vision and protecting against eye diseases, can also affect cognitive functions. In supporting the physical and mental abilities of e-athletes the base is a well-balanced diet with adequate hydration. There is a lack of sufficient evidence that has investigated the relationship between dietary effects and improved performance in esports. Therefore, there is a need for randomized controlled trials involving esports players.

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Correlation between participation in physical activity and healthy nutrition: An example of a sports science faculty

Cited by 7 publications

References 16 publications

Relationship Between Obesity Awareness and Nutrition Attitude: A Sectional Study Among Secondary School Students

Relationship Between Obesity Awareness and Nutrition Attitude: A Sectional Study Among Secondary School Students

Exploring Attitudes Towards Healthy Nutrition Among Athletes In Diverse Disciplines

Can Nutrients and Dietary Supplements Potentially Improve Cognitive Performance Also in Esports?

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