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Association Between Body Mass Index and Diabetes in Northeastern China: Based on Dose-Response Analyses Using Restricted Cubic Spline Functions
A high body mass index (BMI) is a major risk factor for diabetes, although little is known about the characterization of a dose-response association adjusted for potential confounders. This cross-sectional study was conducted from June 2012 to August 2012; a total of 21 435 inhabitants in Jilin Province aged between 18 and 79 years were selected randomly based on multistage, stratified cluster sampling. The estimated prevalence of diabetes was 9.1% overall, 9.4% in males and 8.9% in females. After adjusting for potential confounders, the multivariable-adjusted odds ratios for the BMI-diabetes association were 1.337 (95% co...
Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health - September 9, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Su, Y., Ma, Y., Rao, W., Yang, G., Wang, S., Fu, Y., Liu, Y., Zhang, Y., You, Y., Yu, Y., Kou, C. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research

Diabetes and Obesity Trends in Tonga Over 40 Years
This study standardizes these surveys to enable assessment of T2DM and obesity trends in Tongans aged 25 to 64 years over 1973-2012, and projects T2DM prevalence to 2020 based on demographic and population weight changes. Eight surveys were standardized to the nearest census to produce nationally representative estimates. Linear period trends and prevalence projections to 2020 were produced using random-effects meta-regression. Over 1973-2012, T2DM prevalence increased from 5.2% to 19.0% (1.9%/5 years) and obesity prevalence from 56.0% to 70.2% (2.7%/5 years). T2DM prevalence period projection to 2020 is 22.3%. Based on mo...
Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health - September 9, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Lin, S., Hufanga, S., Linhart, C., Morrell, S., Taylor, R., Magliano, D. J., Zimmet, P. Tags: Review Source Type: research

Diabetes in the Asia Pacific Region
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Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health - September 9, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Binns, C., Low, W. Y. Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Anemia and Iron Deficiency in Vietnamese Children, 6 to 11 Years Old
In a population sample of 385 children, 6 to 11 years old, venous blood parameters—hemoglobin (Hb), ferritin, red blood cell count (RBC), mean corpuscular volume (MCV), mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH), mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration (MCHC), C-reactive protein (CRP), and α1-acid glycoprotein (AGP)—were determined to get insight into the iron status. The prevalence of anemia was 11.4%; 5.6% had iron deficiency (ID), whereas 0.4% had ID anemia. Correction for inflammation based on CRP and AGP did not markedly change the overall prevalence of ID and ID anemia. Stunted children had lower Hb and fe...
Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health - June 30, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Le Nguyen Bao, K., Tran Thuy, N., Nguyen Huu, C., Khouw, I., Deurenberg, P. Tags: SEANUTS Source Type: research

The Effect of Breakfast Type on Total Daily Energy Intake and Body Mass Index Among Thai School Children
The study investigated the association between breakfast types consumed, daily energy intake, and body mass index for age Z-score (BAZ). Cross-sectional data from 1258 children aged 7 to 12.9 years were analyzed for breakfast type, nutrient intakes, BAZ, and proportion of overweight or obesity. Analysis of covariance was used to compare energy and nutrient intakes, BAZ, and proportion of overweight/obese children between breakfast groups. Only 19% of children had adequate energy intake from breakfast. Those consuming snacks had a significantly lower BAZ (Z = –0.73), with 5% of them being overweight/obese. Those consu...
Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health - June 30, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Purttiponthanee, S., Rojroongwasinkul, N., Wimonpeerapattana, W., Thasanasuwan, W., Senaprom, S., Khouw, I., Deurenberg, P. Tags: SEANUTS Source Type: research

Assessing Body Fat of Children by Skinfold Thickness, Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis, and Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry: A Validation Study Among Malay Children Aged 7 to 11 Years
This study aims to validate skinfold (SKF) and bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) against dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) in determining body fat percentage (BF%) of Malay children aged 7 to 11 years. A total of 160 children had their BF% assessed using SKF and BIA, with DXA as the criterion method. Four SKF equations (SKFBray, SKFJohnston, SKFSlaughter, and SKFGoran) and 4 BIA equations (BIAManufacturer, BIAHoutkooper, BIARush, and BIAKushner) were used to estimate BF%. Mean age, weight, and height were 9.4 ± 1.1years, 30.5 ± 9.9 kg, and 131.3 ± 8.4 cm. All equations significantly underesti...
Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health - June 30, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Noradilah, M. J., Ang, Y. N., Kamaruddin, N. A., Deurenberg, P., Ismail, M. N., Poh, B. K. Tags: SEANUTS Source Type: research

Eating Habits of Malaysian Children: Findings of the South East Asian Nutrition Surveys (SEANUTS)
This article aims to describe the eating habits of Malaysian children using a nationally representative data set from the South East Asian Nutrition Surveys (SEANUTS) in Malaysia. A total of 2797 children aged 2 to 12 years were included in this analysis. Eating habits and dietary intakes of children were assessed using questionnaires. Overall, 56.1% of children consumed 3 main meals every day. Approximately 20% of children snacked 3 times per day, whereas 9.7% ate fast food on a weekly basis. Irregular meal patterns were significantly associated with lower micronutrient intakes, and the groups with higher odds for this pa...
Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health - June 30, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Chong, K. H., Wu, S. K., Noor Hafizah, Y., Bragt, M. C. E., Poh, B. K., on behalf of the SEANUTS Malaysia Study Group Tags: SEANUTS Source Type: research

Association of Eating Behavior With Nutritional Status and Body Composition in Primary School-Aged Children
Problematic eating behaviors during childhood may lead to positive energy balance and obesity. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the association of eating behaviors with nutritional status and body composition in Malaysian children aged 7 to 12 years. A total of 1782 primary schoolchildren were randomly recruited from 6 regions in Malaysia. The multidimensional Children’s Eating Behaviour Questionnaire (CEBQ) was reported by parents to determine the 8 different dimensions of eating styles among children. Body mass index (BMI), BMI-for-age Z-score, waist circumference, and body fat percentage were assessed. Li...
Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health - June 30, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Tay, C. W., Chin, Y. S., Lee, S. T., Khouw, I., Poh, B. K., on behalf of the SEANUTS Malaysia Study Group Tags: SEANUTS Source Type: research

Physical Activity of Malaysian Primary School Children: Comparison by Sociodemographic Variables and Activity Domains
This study describes the physical activity of primary school children according to sociodemographic characteristics and activity domains. Using the Malaysian South East Asian Nutrition Surveys data, 1702 children aged 7 to 12 years were included in the analysis. Physical activity was reported as a total score and categorized into low, medium, and high levels based on Physical Activity Questionnaire for Older Children. Higher overall activity scores were found in boys, younger age, non-Chinese ethnicity, and normal body mass index category. Sex, age, and ethnicity differences were found in structured or organized, physical ...
Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health - June 30, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Wong, J. E., Parikh, P., Poh, B. K., Deurenberg, P., on behalf of the SEANUTS Malaysia Study Group Tags: SEANUTS Source Type: research

Physical Activity Pattern of Malaysian Preschoolers: Environment, Barriers, and Motivators for Active Play
This study aimed to compare preschoolers’ physical activity among various sociodemographic characteristics and to determine barriers, motivators, and environmental factors for active play. A total of 835 preschoolers were included in this analysis. Time spent on active play, quiet play, and screen time was reported by parents. Boys spent significantly more time on active play and screen time than girls. Time spent on quiet play was highest in East Coast Peninsular Malaysia and lowest in Sarawak. Some 40% of children achieved active play recommendation while 27% exceeded daily screen time recommendation. Most parents ...
Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health - June 30, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Lee, S. T., Wong, J. E., Ong, W. W., Ismail, M. N., Deurenberg, P., Poh, B. K. Tags: SEANUTS Source Type: research

Are Malaysian Children Achieving Dietary Guideline Recommendations?
This study aimed to assess consumption pattern of 7 food groups, including cereals/grains, legumes, fruits, vegetables, fish, meat/poultry, and milk/dairy products, among children 7 to 12 years of age. A total of 1773 children who participated in SEANUTS Malaysia and who completed the Food Frequency Questionnaire were included in this study. A greater proportion of children aged 10 to 12 years have an inadequate intake of cereals/grains, meat/poultry, legumes, and milk/dairy products compared with children 7 to 9 years old. With the exception of meat/poultry, food consumption of Malaysian children did not meet Malaysian Di...
Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health - June 30, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Koo, H. C., Poh, B. K., Lee, S. T., Chong, K. H., Bragt, M. C. E., Abd Talib, R., on behalf of the SEANUTS Malaysia Study Group Tags: SEANUTS Source Type: research

The Southeast Asian Nutrition Surveys
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Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health - June 30, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Deurenberg, P., Siong, T. E. Tags: Guest Editorial Source Type: research

Battling With Child Health and Nutrition in Southeast Asia
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Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health - June 30, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Low, W. Y. Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Food Store Choice Among Urban Slum Women Is Associated With Consumption of Energy-Dense Food
This study found that frequencies of buying food from small shops (warung), street food vendors, and modern food stores were significantly associated with consumption of snacks, mixed dishes, and fruit respectively. In addition, buying food from traditional markets and small cafes (warung makan) was not significantly associated with particular types of food consumption. As modern food stores are rarely utilized by these women, small shops (warung) and street food vendors are likely to be important channels to improve slum dwellers’ diet. (Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health)
Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health - June 30, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Anggraini, R., Februhartanty, J., Bardosono, S., Khusun, H., Worsley, A. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research

Serological Prevalence of Leptospirosis Among Rural Communities in the Rejang Basin, Sarawak, Malaysia
This study highlighted the endemicity and diversity of existing Leptospira serovars within the community. This information should be communicated to local health personnel and communities at risk, and rapid diagnostic capability should be made available to local health facilities. (Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health)
Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health - June 30, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Suut, L., Mazlan, M. N.-A., Arif, M. T., Yusoff, H., Abdul Rahim, N.-A., Safii, R., Suhaili, M. R. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research