55 research outputs found
Perceptions, Attitudes, and Barriers to Obesity Management in Spain: Results from the Spanish Cohort of the International ACTION-IO Observation Study
The prevalence of obesity is rapidly rising in Spain. The Awareness, Care and Treatment in Obesity Management-An International Observation (ACTION-IO) study (NCT03584191) was an international cross-sectional survey conducted to identify the perceptions, attitudes, behaviors, and barriers to obesity management for people with obesity (PwO) and healthcare professionals (HCPs); results from Spain are presented. In Spain, 1500 PwO (body mass index >= 30 kg/m(2)based on self-reported height and weight) and 306 HCPs (in direct patient care for >= 2 years) completed the survey. Fewer PwO (59%) than HCPs (93%) agreed that obesity is a chronic disease. Most PwO (80%) assumed complete responsibility for their own weight loss, whilst 19% of HCPs placed the responsibility on PwO. One-fifth of PwO stated they began struggling with weight before age 15. The mean delay in discussing weight for the first time with an HCP was 6 years. Only 24% of HCPs thought their patients were motivated to lose weight, whilst 45% of PwO reported being motivated. Of the 67% of PwO who had discussed their weight with an HCP in the last 5 years, 66% had been formally diagnosed with obesity. Our Spanish dataset reveals discrepancies in the perceptions and attitudes between PwO and HCPs, thus highlighting the need to improve education about obesity and its clinical management
Perceptions, attitudes, and barriers to obesity management in Spain: Results from the spanish cohort of the international ACTION-IO observation study
The prevalence of obesity is rapidly rising in Spain. The Awareness, Care and Treatment
in Obesity Management—An International Observation (ACTION-IO) study (NCT03584191) was
an international cross-sectional survey conducted to identify the perceptions, attitudes, behaviors,
and barriers to obesity management for people with obesity (PwO) and healthcare professionals
(HCPs); results from Spain are presented. In Spain, 1500 PwO (body mass index ≥30 kg/m2 based
on self-reported height and weight) and 306 HCPs (in direct patient care for ≥2 years) completed
the survey. Fewer PwO (59%) than HCPs (93%) agreed that obesity is a chronic disease. Most PwO
(80%) assumed complete responsibility for their own weight loss, whilst 19% of HCPs placed the
responsibility on PwO. One-fifth of PwO stated they began struggling with weight before age 15.
The mean delay in discussing weight for the first time with an HCP was 6 years. Only 24% of HCPs
thought their patients were motivated to lose weight, whilst 45% of PwO reported being motivated.
Of the 67% of PwO who had discussed their weight with an HCP in the last 5 years, 66% had been
formally diagnosed with obesity. Our Spanish dataset reveals discrepancies in the perceptions and
attitudes between PwO and HCPs, thus highlighting the need to improve education about obesity
and its clinical management
Effects of 12 weeks of whole body vibration vs. multi-component training in postmenopausal women
The aims of this study were to analyze the effects of two different training protocols
(vibratory platform and multi-component training) and to determine what kind of
training creates greater adaptations on bone density, and isokinetic strength of the
knee extensors and the stabilizer muscles of the ankle joint in postmenopausal
women. Thirty-eight women (59.8 ± 6.2 years) were randomly assigned to whole
body vibration group (WBVG), multi-component training group (MTG), or a control
group (CG). The experimental groups performed an incremental training for 12
weeks, 3 sessions/week. Significant differences were found in total fat mass and
total lean mass in the training groups. In addition, both WBVG and MTG showed
significant increases in isokinetic strength for knee extensors at 60º·s-1
and at
270º·s-1
. With respect to ankle joint, a significant increase for eversion at 60º·s-1
and inversion at 60º·s-1 was found in both the training groups, and eversion at
120º·s-1 only in WBVG (p = 0.012). There were no significant differences between
WBVG and MTG in knee and ankle strength tests. Therefore, we have found
significant adaptations to whole body vibration and multi-component training in the
present study. However, the improvements were similar for both groups and we
cannot claim that WBVG is better than MTG, or viceversaActividad Física y Deport
Effect of a Whole-Body Vibration Training Modifying the Training Frequency of Workouts per Week in Active Adults
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of whole-body vibration by varying the training frequency (2 or 3 sessions per week) on the development of strength, body composition, and mechanical power. Forty-one (32 men and 9 women) recreationally active subjects (21.4 ± 3.0 years old; 172.6 ± 10.9 cm; 70.9 ± 12.3 kg) took part in the study divided in 2 experimental groups (G2 = 2 sessions per week, G3 = 3 sessions per week) and a control group (CG). The frequency of vibration (50 Hz), amplitude (4 mm), time of work (60 seconds), and time of rest (60 seconds) were constant for G2 and G3 groups. Maximum isokinetic strength, body composition, and performance in vertical jumps were evaluated at the beginning and the end of the training cycle. A statistically significant increase of isokinetic strength was observed in G2 and G3 at angular velocities of 60, 180, and 270°·s-1. Total fat-free mass was statistically significantly increased in G2 (0.9 ± 1.0 kg) and G3 (1.5 ± 0.7 kg). In addition, statistically significant differences between G3 and CG (1.04 ± 1.7%) (p = 0.05) were found. There were no statistically significant changes in the total fat mass, fat percentage, bone mineral content, and bone mineral density in any of the groups. Both vibration training schedules produced statistically significant improvements in isokinetic strength. The vibration magnitude of the study presented an adaptation stimulus for muscle hypertrophy. The vibration training used in this study may be valid for athletes to develop both strength and hypertrophy of the lower limbs.Actividad Física y Deport
At the beginnings of the funerary Megalithism in Iberia at Campo de Hockey necropolis
The excavations undertaken at the Campo de Hockey site in 2008 led to the identification of a major
Neolithic necropolis in the former Island of San Fernando (Bay of Cádiz). This work presents the results
of the latest studies, which indicate that the site stands as one of the oldest megalithic necropolises
in the Iberian Peninsula. The main aim of this work is to present with precision the chronology of this
necropolis through a Bayesian statistical model that confirms that the necropolis was in use from
c. 4300 to 3800 cal BC. The presence of prestige grave goods in the earliest and most monumental
graves suggest that the Megalithism phenomenon emerged in relation to maritime routes linked
to the distribution of exotic products. We also aim to examine funerary practices in these early
megalithic communities, and especially their way of life and the social reproduction system. As such,
in addition to the chronological information and the Bayesian statistics, we provide the results of a
comprehensive interdisciplinary study, including anthropological, archaeometric and genetic data.State Research Agency (SRA)European Commission HAR2017-87324-P
2014-2020 ERDF Operational ProgrammeDepartment of Economy, Knowledge, Business and University of the Regional Government of Andalusia FEDER-UCA18-106917
CEIMAR CEIJ-015European Social Fund (ESF) D1113102E3Junta de Andaluci
Procedimiento de preparación, conservación, y uso en peces, del probiótico SHEWANELLA PUTREFACIENS PDP 11 para el control de enfermedades y la mejora en el crecimiento
Número de solicitud 201100385Procedimiento de preparación, conservación, y uso
en peces, del probiótico Shewanella putresfaciens
Pdp11 para el control de enfermedades y la mejora
en el crecimiento. Preferentemente, el probiótico,
compuesto por células enteras de la cepa Pdp11, se
cultiva en TSAs durante 24 h a 22ºC. La preparación
de una suspensión del probiótico, preferentemente sin
proceso previo de liofilización o de inactivación física
o química, se realiza mediante su incorporación en
una matriz de alginato, preferentemente alginato
sádico al 0,5%. La suspensión preparada se puede
conservar sin pérdida significativa de viabilidad
durante 20 - 30 días a 4ºC. Los productos alimenticios
para peces son preparados mediante la adición en
agitación de la suspensión de probiótico y,
adicionalmente, CaCl2 50 mM, preferentemente
mediante atomización.Universidad de Málaga (50%). Universidad de Almería (50%
Preparado de bacterias probióticas para su administración oral a peces cultivados basado en la encapsulación en hidrogeles de alginato
Número de solicitud: 201100469La invención consiste en un preparado para la
administración oral del probiótico Shewanella PDP11
a peces. El preparado se caracteriza por contener
células bacterianas viables de la cepa CECT 7627
encapsuladas en un hidrogel basado en alginato
cálcico en forma de partículas esféricas de morfología
uniforme y tamaño modificable para adaptarse a
peces de distinto tamaño. Las cápsulas contienen
aditivos organolépticos y/o nutricionales que actúan
como atrayentes para los animales. El preparado
mantiene viables a las bacterias durante periodos
prolongados, es estable en medios acuáticos, y
soporta el paso por el tubo digestivo de los peces,
sobre los que ejerce efectos biológicos favorables. Su
administración por vía oral es independiente del
alimento habitual, evitando así la inactivación del
microorganismo durante la fabricación del pienso.Universidad de Almerí
Implications of the prevalence of Ascaris sp. in the funerary context of a Late Antique population (5th-7th c.) in Granada (Spain)
E. Camarós is funded by the Ramón y Cajal Program.
A. Rubio Salvador is funded by the Postdoctoral Margaritas Salas grant from the Ministerio de Universidades [UNI/551/2021] and by a Next Generation EU grant from the University of Granada.Objective: To evaluate the prevalence of gastro-intestinal parasites in human remains from Late Antiquity (5th – 7th c.) Granada (Spain). Materials: The study included pelvic and cranial control samples from 17 skeletons from the archaeological sites of Los Mondragones (n = 13) and Rafael Guillén (n = 4). Methods: In the paleoparasitological study, soil samples from pelvic area and cranium were analyzed using the rehydration, homogenization, and micro-sieving method and visualization under brightfield microscopy. Results: Ascaris sp. eggs were detected in pelvic samples from seven individuals. Conclusions: These findings may indicate that this parasite was endemic. Its detection frequency is one of the highest reported at group level in an osteological series from Late Antiquity. Significance: The prevalence of Ascaris sp. associated with skeletal remains has implications for assessing the lifestyle and health of populations in southern Spain during the Late Antique period. Limitations: The number of individuals is small and taphonomic processes could have limited paleoparasitological findings Suggestions for further research: Future interdisciplinary studies of this type are warranted in larger osteological series to improve knowledge of parasitosis in the past.Ramón y Cajal ProgramMinisterio de Universidades [UNI/551/2021]Next Generation EUUniversity of Granad
Gamificación: El concurso como actividad grupal de enseñanza/aprendizaje
[EN] The present study consist of the use of game mechanics to promote the
development of applications and activities to stimulate, in an attractive way
but without sacrificing the rigor required, the teaching and learning in the
subjects of Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry in Chemistry degree.[ES] Se plantea el desarrollo de actividades y aplicaciones que permitan poner en
marcha procesos de gamificación para estimular, de una forma atractiva
pero sin renunciar al rigor que se requiere, el proceso de
enseñanza/aprendizaje en las asignaturas de Química General y Química
Analítica del Grado en QuímicaEsteve Turrillas, F.; Armenta, S.; Cervera, M.; De La Guardia, M.; Pastor, A.; Morales Rubio, Á.; Garrigues, S. (2016). Gamificación: El concurso como actividad grupal de enseñanza/aprendizaje. En In-Red 2016. II Congreso nacional de innovación educativa y docencia en red. Editorial Universitat Politècnica de València. https://doi.org/10.4995/INRED2016.2016.4405OC
Objetos de oro y epicampaniforme en la Cova del Gegant. Relaciones en la costa mediterránea de la Península Ibérica durante la Edad del Bronce
En este trabajo se analiza el estrato XXV de la Cova del Gegant (Sitges, Barcelona), adscrito a la Edad del Bronce, y se destaca la problemática cronológica de este período. En este yacimiento encontramos decoraciones epicampaniformes del "Grupo del Nordeste", tradicionalmente atribuidas a un Bronce Antiguo, un osario colectivo datado por C14 en el Bronce Medio, ornamentos en ámbar/resina de amplia cronología y dos piezas áureas, muy escasas en el nordeste de la Península Ibérica, que vinculamos con el episodio sepulcral. Las piezas arqueológicas y la serie de dataciones radiocarbónicas nos proporcionan datos importantes sobre las redes de intercambio y los desplazamientos a lo largo de la fachada mediterránea de la Península Ibérica durante la Edad de Bronce
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