Essays about: "thesis in obesity"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 59 essays containing the words thesis in obesity.

  1. 6. Mind the gap: Bridging the Intention Behavior Gap of Physical Activity using Digital Technology : An explorative study how consumers are using digital technology and what drivers are influencing their behavior

    University essay from Jönköping University/Internationella Handelshögskolan

    Author : Fabian Wendig; Julian Rüschendorf; [2022]
    Keywords : Intention Behavior Gap; Digital Technology; Physical Activity; Technology Acceptance Model; Theory of Planned Behavior;

    Abstract : Background: Even though the health benefits of regular exercises are common knowledge, a concerning trend of obesity due to a lack of physical activity in the population exists. As Digital Technology is largely adapted among consumers, the question is if and how it can be used as a tool to close the intention behavior gap concerning physical activity. READ MORE

  2. 7. Improving the Sense of Progress in A Weight-Loss Application for Families With Obese Children

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Rami Achkoudir; [2022]
    Keywords : HCI; digital behavior change intervention; user-centered design; pediatric obesity; Self-care; mHealth;

    Abstract : The societal problem of pediatric obesity is growing in Sweden with more patients receiving pediatric treatment while the treatment measures have not improved to match the increase. This exploratory study examines a mobile application aiming to improve treatment for pediatric obesity. READ MORE

  3. 8. Readiness of school staff to implement an intervention to promote health in preschool class children in Sweden

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för kvinnors och barns hälsa

    Author : Pontus Danforth; [2022]
    Keywords : Implementation; research; obesity; readiness; acceptability; feasibility; overweight; children;

    Abstract : Background: A Healthy School Start (HSS) is an evidence-based family-support program in the school setting aiming to promote health-related behaviors and prevent childhood obesity. However, there is a research gap how to implement programs effectively and what indicators to use for evaluation of implementation success. READ MORE

  4. 9. Does an increased intake of dietary proteins lead to improvements in perceptions of appetite in people with obesity during a period of calorie restriction?

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för medicin

    Author : Alexander Hidén; Daniel Karevi; [2021-08-06]
    Keywords : Systematic review; Protein; Obesity; Satiation; Appetite; Systematisk översiktsartikel; Protein; Fetma; Mättnad; Aptit;

    Abstract : Abstract Title: Does an increased intake of dietary proteins lead to improvements in perceptions of appetite in people with obesity during a period of calorie restriction? Author: Alexander Hidén, Daniel Karevi Supervisor: Therese Karlsson Examiner: Sofia Klingberg Programme: Programme in dietetics, 180/240 ECTS Type of paper: Bachelor’s thesis in clinical nutrition, 15 higher education credits Date: April 01, 2021 Background: Overweight and obesity is a growing pandemic on a global scale. Protein is largely believed to induce positive effects on perceptions of appetite, which, if applied, could lead to a more efficient weight loss treatment in people with obesity/overweight. READ MORE

  5. 10. Aspects of Stress-related Health Problems Among Young People in China --the Perspective of Community Health Professionals

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för hälso- och vårdvetenskap (HV)

    Author : Yueping Wu; [2021]
    Keywords : Stress; Health problems; Young people; The PNEI model;

    Abstract : China's modernization process is in a stage of rapid development. With the improvement of the education level of young people, their expectations on their study, career, and living standards are also being high-stress level. The various health problems are increasing among young people who may be experienced high-level stress. READ MORE