Moderator role of vitamin D concentrations on the association between metabolic syndrome and C-reactive protein among adults.

Objective: To evaluate the association between MetS, its components and insulin resistance (IR) with 25(OH)D and hsCRP. The moderator role of 25(OH)D in the association of MetS, its diagnostic components and IR with hsCRP were also explored.

Methods: A cross-sectional study (2014/2015) with a population-based cohort in Southern Brazil (n = 605).

Exploring Associations Between Perceived Measures of the Environment and Walking Among Brazilian Older Adults.

Objective: To investigate the associations between perceived environment features and walking in older adults.

Method: A cross-sectional population-based study was performed in Florianopolis, Brazil, including 1,705 older adults (60+ years). Walking was measured by the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ), and perceived environment was assessed through the Neighborhood Environment Walkability Scale.