Publications by authors named "Yi Xiangren"
Introduction: The purpose of this study was to explore the associations between ultra-processed foods (UPF), unprocessed or minimally processed foods (UMFs) with the quality of life (QoL) in Chinese adolescents.
Methods: The study included a baseline survey in 2021 (T1) and a follow-up survey in 2022 (T2), with a total of 3,206 participants, including 1,510 males (Age ± SE: 13.62 ± 1.
Background: This study aims to explore the effects of physical activity on adolescents' social skills and antisocial behavior, as well as gender and only child status differences among Chinese adolescents.
Methods: We used longitudinal data, collecting baseline data for 2021-2022 and follow-up in 2022-2023. A total of 3,206 students were enrolled, including 1,510 males (Age ± SE: 13.
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- This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of remote qigong intervention on the quality of life and physical fitness of breast cancer patients post-surgery, comparing it with a conventional exercise program that includes aerobic and resistance training.
- Participants were randomly assigned to either a qigong group, practicing guided sessions plus self-practice, or a combined exercise group doing resistance training and walking, over a 12-week period.
- The study emphasizes the increasing acceptance of exercise rehabilitation for breast cancer patients and suggests that remote qigong could be a beneficial, accessible alternative for their recovery.
Background: To investigate the associations between different dimensions of physical activity (PA), cognitive function, and daily physical function in Chinese individuals with heart disease.
Materials And Methods: This study included 2,792 individuals from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study conducted in 2015. Physical activity (PA) was divided into vigorous PA (VPA), moderate PA (MPA), and light PA (LPA).
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- - The Database of Youth Health (DYH) program conducted multi-wave surveys from 2015 to 2021 to analyze health and behaviors of Chinese junior and senior high school students across Shandong province.
- - The survey included 99,327 students from 186 schools and covered various factors such as social-economic status, nutrition, mental health, and physical fitness.
- - This dataset is the first of its kind focused on Chinese adolescents and provides insights that can aid policymakers and educators in enhancing the wellbeing of young people.
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- The study investigates how screen time and physical activity affect the fitness levels of Chinese adolescents in Shandong, focusing on various demographic factors.
- It includes over 10,000 participants and finds that high BMI and extensive TV watching negatively impact physical fitness, while video game time does not show a significant relationship.
- High socioeconomic status and regular physical activity during leisure time positively correlate with better physical fitness, highlighting the need to address sedentary behaviors and encourage active lifestyles among youth.
The Effects of Qigong for Hypertension: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
Evid Based Complement Alternat Med
October 2021
Article Synopsis
- * The analysis found significant reductions in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure when comparing Qigong to no exercise, but no significant difference when compared to other aerobic exercises.
- * While Qigong shows promise, further high-quality studies are needed to fully confirm its benefits for long-term blood pressure management.
Regular Physical Activities and Related Factors among Middle-Aged and Older Adults in Jinan, China: A Cross-Sectional Study.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
October 2021
The objective of this study was to investigate the prevalence of regular physical activity (RPA) among middle-aged and older adults in urban communities in Jinan, China, and to identify the factors related to RPA. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among middle-aged and elderly urban residents. A total of 1406 participants were included in the final data analysis.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFChildhood obesity has become a global public health concern in the past decade. The purpose of this study was to explore the effectiveness of an online combination exercise intervention in improving the physical and mental health of obese children. This study adopted a one-group pre-test and post-test research design.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFRelationship between Smoking, Physical Activity, Screen Time, and Quality of Life among Adolescents.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
October 2020
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- The study investigates the relationship between quality of life (QOL) and factors like smoking, physical activity (PA), and screen time (ST) among Chinese adolescents.
- It involved 12,900 adolescents aged 11-18 in Shandong Province and utilized questionnaires to collect data on their habits and QOL scores.
- Findings suggest that high ST, low PA, and smoking negatively impact QOL, with more than 30 minutes of PA most days significantly improving it, especially in rural areas.
Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials of the Effects of Tai Chi on Blood Pressure.
Evid Based Complement Alternat Med
October 2020
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- The study aimed to analyze the effects of Tai Chi on blood pressure through a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
- The analysis included 24 selected studies and found that Tai Chi significantly lowers both systolic and diastolic blood pressure compared to no exercise.
- However, there was no evidence that Tai Chi is more effective than other forms of aerobic exercise in reducing blood pressure.
Associations between dietary patterns and physical fitness among Chinese elderly.
Public Health Nutr
October 2021
Objective: To explore the relationship between dietary patterns and physical fitness among older Chinese (≥60 years) individuals.
Design: Cross-sectional survey. Dietary data were collected by a simplified semi-quantitative FFQ.
Clustering effects of health risk behavior on mental health and physical activity in Chinese adolescents.
Health Qual Life Outcomes
July 2020
Article Synopsis
- The study examines how clustered risk behaviors among Chinese adolescents affect their mental health and physical activity levels.
- It involves a survey of students aged 16-18 from 30 high schools, using questionnaires to assess physical activity and mental health symptoms.
- Findings indicate that girls experience higher rates of bullying and that risky behaviors like alcohol use and smoking are linked to poor mental health and decreased physical activity, highlighting the need for targeted school interventions.
A Longitudinal Study of a Multicomponent Exercise Intervention with Remote Guidance among Breast Cancer Patients.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
May 2020
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- Breast cancer patients often experience long-term physical and mental health side effects from treatment, prompting a study on the impact of a 12-week multicomponent exercise (ME) program with remote guidance.
- The study involved 60 patients who had recently completed chemotherapy/radiotherapy, comparing the ME group to a usual care (UC) group, evaluating quality of life, muscle strength, and other health outcomes after one year.
- Results showed that the ME group experienced significantly better quality of life, increased muscle strength, improved cardiorespiratory endurance, and reduced physical activity barriers compared to the UC group, indicating lasting health benefits from the exercise intervention.
Aim: To examine the reliability and validity of the Geriatric Depression Scale-15 (GDS-15) and the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) for evaluating depression in older adults.
Methods: A total of 1546 participants aged ≥60 years were investigated face-to-face with the PHQ-9 and GDS-15 anonymously. Internal consistency reliability was evaluated with Cronbach's α, and structural equation modeling was used to study the construct validity of the scale.
Weight Status, Physical Fitness, and Health-Related Quality of Life among Chinese Adolescents: A Cross-Sectional Study.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
June 2019
Purpose: The impact of physical fitness (PF) on adolescents' health-related quality of life (HRQOL) is an important health issue in China. The purpose of this study was to identify whether body mass index (BMI), cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF), and musculoskeletal fitness (MSF) influences HRQOL among Chinese adolescents.
Method: The participants were 10,007 students (boys = 5276, 14.
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- Postoperative breast cancer patients face decreased physical activity, which negatively affects their quality of life and fitness levels.
- A study tested a combined exercise intervention using internet and social media (CEIBISMS) for 12 weeks on 60 female participants, comparing it with traditional rehabilitation methods.
- Results showed that CEIBISMS significantly improved quality of life, muscle strength, and cardiorespiratory capacity compared to standard treatments, highlighting its effectiveness in rehabilitating these patients.
Background: This study aimed to describe the most recent prevalence estimates of adolescent body mass index (BMI) and physical fitness from thirteen regions in Shandong Province, China and to examine differences by social-economic status (SES).
Methods: The participants were 27,955 adolescents (mean age = 14.4 ± 1.
A Cross Sectional Examination of the Relation Between Depression and Frequency of Leisure Time Physical Exercise among the Elderly in Jinan, China.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
September 2018
Depression has become a major global public health problem. Many studies have shown the positive effects of physical exercise on depression. However, few studies have examined the relationship between frequency of leisure time physical exercise and depression without considering the time and intensity of exercise among middle-aged and elderly people of urban communities in northern China.
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- * Participants will engage in a 12-week randomized control trial, where one group follows a structured exercise regimen with guidance through apps and social media, while a control group receives standard hospital treatment.
- * The primary focus is on evaluating improvements in quality of life, with secondary measures including physical fitness and social cognitive indicators, potentially enhancing rehabilitation strategies for breast cancer patients.
The Effects of Qigong on Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Evid Based Complement Alternat Med
January 2018
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- The study aimed to explore the impact of Qigong on managing type 2 diabetes mellitus through a systematic review and meta-analysis.
- Researchers analyzed 21 trials with a total of 1326 participants, comparing Qigong exercises to no exercise, and found significant improvements in fasting blood glucose, HbA1c, and postprandial blood glucose levels.
- The findings suggest that Qigong may benefit blood glucose control in type 2 diabetes patients, but further high-quality research is needed to confirm these effects.
Background: The relationship between obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) varies with geographical area and race.
Objectives: To investigate the prevalence of T2DM and the proportion of subjects with undiagnosed T2DM. In addition, to compare the associations between different obesity indices and T2DM for middle-aged and elderly people from six communities in Jinan, China.
Purpose: To examine, within a social-ecological framework, associations between multifaceted individual and environmental factors and habitual physical activity (HPA) among older Chinese adults.
Methods: Through a mix of qualitative and quantitative methods, a survey instrument assessing various factors underlying 3 social-ecological dimensions of intrapersonal, interpersonal, and community and environmental resources was developed. Using a cross-sectional design, older adults ( = 1580, aged 67 ± 7 years) recruited from 10 communities in Shandong province completed the social-ecological survey of HPA.
Objective: This study aimed to explore whether the depression of offspring caregivers can be affected by the intergenerational disagreements on preferred living arrangements for the elderly, and the extent of this influence.
Methods: A total of 875 participants from five urban neighborhoods were investigated in a cross-sectional survey in Jinan, China. Depressive symptoms were assessed by the Self-rating Depression Scale (SDS).
Background: The relationship between obesity and hypertension varies with geographical area, race and definitions of obesity. Our study aimed to investigate the prevalence of obesity using standard Chinese criteria based on the body mass index (BMI) and the waist circumference (WC) and to examine the association between obesity and hypertension among middle-aged and elderly people in Jinan city.
Methods: This cross-sectional study examined 1,870 subjects from the blocks randomly selected from among the 6 communities of Jinan, China in 2011-2012.