• Nutrition Research and Practice
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• 제17권5호
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• pp.945-958
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• 2023

BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: Food literacy (FL) is a crucial skill for selecting sustainable and healthy food options, necessitating the identification of vulnerable groups in the community using valid measurement tools. Identifying weak domains in FL is essential for enhancing the overall FL. This study examined the FL levels of Seoul citizens based on their sociodemographic characteristics and assessed the relationship between FL, food intake, and weight status. SUBJECTS/METHODS: This study utilized the data from the Seoul Food Survey, a cross-sectional study employing representative samples of Seoul citizens. Data collection occurred from September to October 2021, with 4,039 citizens aged 18 yrs and above participating in face-to-face surveys. Thirty-three FL items were assessed, comprising 14 items in the nutrition and safety (NS) domain, eight items in the cultural and relational (CR) domain, and 11 items in the socio-ecological (SE) domain. In addition, data on food intake sufficiency and obesity status were collected. The descriptive statistics, t-tests, analysis of variance, and logistic regression analysis were used for analysis. RESULTS: Men, students, young adults, older citizens, and people experiencing food insecurity had the lowest scores for all the FL domains. The highest quartile group of NS scores had a higher probability of consuming adequate servings of vegetables and fruits, with significant linear trends observed (P for trend < 0.05). In all three FL domains, the odds ratio for obesity was significantly lower in the groups with high FL scores (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: A close relationship was observed between low FL, obesity, and food intake, even after controlling for other covariates. Vulnerable groups with low FL were also identified. Therefore, it is essential to develop programs to improve FL and the health and well-being of these groups.

• 대한한방내과학회지
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• 제45권1호
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• pp.55-74
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• 2024

Objectives: This study reviewed the status of adverse event (AE) reporting in VigiAccess using anti-obesity agents as examples and explored the possibility of its use and future challenges. Methods: AE reports related to some representative drugs among herbal medicines (HMs), complex HM prescriptions, ingredients of supplements, and over-the-counter and prescription medicines were investigated using VigiAccess on February 1, 2024. Results: AE reports on prescription drugs were overwhelmingly higher than those on HMs or supplements. Although most reports were submitted from North America, reports on Ephedra sinica and green tea extract (GTE) were more from Asia and Europe, respectively. The female population reported more, and the difference in the sex ratio was the smallest for Ephedra spp. The age group was concentrated on young adults, but many older patients reported GLP-1 receptor agonist-related AEs. Symptoms related to the gastrointestinal and nervous systems were most commonly reported, but mental and cardiac disorders were common in Ephedra-type HMs. Hepatobiliary disorders are also commonly found in GTE-related reports. Conclusions: VigiAccess was useful for easily checking the global status of AE reporting for prescription drugs. However, several limitations were observed in using VigiAccess for HMs because of the few reports. Thus, it is necessary to increase the number of reports by education and to promote AE reporting among HM prescribers and users. The full range of HMs should be included in the pharmacovigilance system, and the coding and classification of HMs should be revised.

• Journal of Ginseng Research
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• 제48권3호
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• pp.310-322
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• 2024

Background: Osteosarcopenia is a common condition characterized by the loss of both bone and muscle mass, which can lead to an increased risk of fractures and disability in older adults. The study aimed to elucidate the response of various mouse strains to treatment with Rg3, one of the leading ginsenosides, on musculoskeletal traits and immune function, and their correlation. Methods: Six Collaborative Cross (CC) founder strains induced muscle atrophy and bone loss with dexamethasone (15 mg/kg) treatment for 1 month, and half of the mice for each strain were orally administered Rg3 (20 mg/kg). Different responses were observed depending on genetic background and Rg3 treatment. Results: Rg3 significantly increased grip strength, running performance, and expression of muscle and bone health-related genes in a two-way analysis of variance considering the genetic backgrounds and Rg3 treatment. Significant improvements in grip strength, running performance, bone area, and muscle mass, and the increased gene expression were observed in specific strains of PWK/PhJ. For traits related to muscle, bone, and immune functions, significant correlations between traits were confirmed following Rg3 administration compared with control mice. The phenotyping analysis was compiled into a public web resource called Rg3-OsteoSarco. Conclusion: This highlights the complex interplay between genetic determinants, pathogenesis of muscle atrophy and bone loss, and phytochemical bioactivity and the need to move away from single inbred mouse models to improve their translatability to genetically diverse humans. Rg3-OsteoSarco highlights the use of CC founder strains as a valuable tool in the field of personalized nutrition.

• 한국도서관정보학회지
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• 제54권4호
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• pp.179-203
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• 2023

본 연구의 목적은 시니어가 (1) 도서관 디지털화에 대해 가지고 있는 태도, (2) 도서관에서 디지털 정보를 이용하는 요인, (3) 이용하지 않거나 이용하는데 방해가 되는 요인을 규명하는 것이다. 국립중앙도서관 시니어 이용자 20명을 대상으로 1:1 심층면담을 수행한 결과, 시니어의 과반은 도서관 디지털화에 우호적인 태도를 갖고 있었다. 시니어의 디지털 정보 이용 요인으로는 '사서'와 '시력 및 글자 크기'가 가장 주요한 것으로 나타났다. 이 두 요인은 디지털 정보를 이용하게 하는 요인이면서 동시에 이용하지 못하게 하거나 방해하는 요인이기도 하였다. 그 밖에 디지털 정보 이용 요인으로는 '자료의 특성', '편리성'이 있고, 비이용 요인으로는 '태도 및 심리적 요인', '책의 물성' 등이, 방해 요인으로는 '홈페이지 사용성 문제'가 주요한 것으로 나타났다.

• Human Ecology Research
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• 제62권2호
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• pp.217-231
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• 2024

The aims of this study were to identify (a) the social network contact frequency of the elderly with children, relatives, and friends; (b) the impact of contact frequency (face-to-face/non-face-to-face) on life satisfaction of the elderly; and (c) the moderating effect of digital capabilities of the elderly on the relationship between social contact frequency and life satisfaction. Data were obtained from the National Survey of Older Koreans 2020. The sample comprised 6,119 adults aged 65+ who were in single or couple households. The principal findings were as follows. First, couple households, higher levels of education, and better health status increased life satisfaction of the elderly. Second, the higher the frequency of face-to-face contact with children and the higher the frequency of non-face-to-face contact with friends, the more positive the effect on life satisfaction of the elderly. Third, the interaction effect of the digital capabilities of the elderly differed according to children, relatives and friends. There was a significant and positive moderating effect on the relationship between life satisfaction and the frequency of face-to-face/non-face-to-face contact with children and the frequency of face-to-face contact with relatives. Conversely, there was a significant negative effect on the relationship between life satisfaction and the frequency of face-to-face/non-face-to-face contact with friends. By examining the impact of non-face-to-face contact on life satisfaction of the elderly in the era of digital transformation, the findings have significance in that they provide basic data to support policies and education programs aimed at improving the digital capabilities of the elderly.

• 대한불안의학회지
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• 제20권1호
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• pp.17-26
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• 2024

Objective : The objective of this study is to create questionnaires for Social Capital (SCQ) and Built Environment (BEQ) that can be utilized as protective factors for mental health. Methods : A total of 426 adults aged 18 or older, residing in 'D' Metropolitan City in Korea, were included as subjects in this study. Data for subjective evaluation of social capital and built environment were collected through an online survey. Various statistical analyses, such as reliability analysis, exploratory factor analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, and correlation analysis between PHQ-9 and GAD-7, were conducted. Results : The Cronbach's α values for SCQ and BEQ were 0.94 and 0.90, respectively, indicating good reliability. Exploratory factor analysis revealed that SCQ consisted of 4 factors, explaining a total of 71.91%, while BEQ consisted of 4 factors, explaining a total of 62.18%. Confirmatory factor analysis confirmed that both questionnaires had a reasonable configuration, with TLI, CFI, and RMSEA values at an appropriate level. Additionally, both SCQ and BEQ showed negative correlations with depression and anxiety. Conclusion : This study has developed a tool for measuring social capital and the built environment in Korea. It also demonstrates the reliability and validity of this questionnaire. The use of this tool could greatly support preventive mental health interventions within the community.

• 미래기술융합논문지
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• 제3권2호
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• pp.1-7
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• 2024

본 연구는 중장년의 가구형태에 따른 질병이환과 건강관련 삶의 질 영향요인을 비교하기 위해 시도되었다. 본 연구는 제8기 3차년도인 2021년 국민건강영양조사 대상자 중 40-64세 2380명을 대상으로 하였으며, 일반적 특성, 질병이환, 신체적 요인들을 분석하였다. 자료는 spss 25.0프로그램을 이용하여 가중치를 부여한 복합표본계 획파일을 생성한 후 분석하였으며 유의수준은 .05로 하였다. 본 연구결과 1인 가구에 영향을 주는 요인은 교육수준과 활동제한여부, 우울증 진단이었으며, 다인가구에 영향을 주는 요인은 성별, 흡연, 활동제한, 이상지혈증, 우울증이었다. 건강관련 삶의 질에 주관적 건강상태는 양의 상관관계를, 불안과 스트레스는 음의 상관관계를 나타냈다. 본 연구 결과를 바탕으로 가구유형에 맞는 각각의 영향요인을 고려한 개별적 삶의 질 향상 중재가 요구된다.

• 대한지역사회영양학회지
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• 제8권6호
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• pp.889-900
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• 2003

This study was carried out to obtain information regarding eating habits, including health related behavior and health food consumption patterns. The subjects of this study were 149 men and 152 women residing in the Ulsan area. We obtained results by means of a questionnaire and an interview, and these were analyzed using the SPSS package program. The results of this study are summarized as follows The average age of the men was 47.6 $\pm$ 7.3 years and of the women was 47.3 $\pm$ 7.6 years old. The average height and weight of the men were 169.4 $\pm$ 5.5 cm and 67.7 $\pm$ 8.2 kg, respectively. Those of the women were 157.6 $\pm$ 5.0 cm and 58.2 $\pm$ 7.5 kg, respectively. The BMI values of all the subjects ranged from 20.0 to 25.0, all within the normal levels. In the case of dietary patterns, 24.3% of the total population always skipped a meal. In particular, 15.9% of the total population skipped breakfast. No time to eat, no appetite, having no taste, and having poor health were themain reasons for skipping meals. With regard to health care, there was a significant difference between the men and the women with respect to smoking and drinking (p<0.001). Of the total population, 40.5% hardly exercised (less than once a week), 26.2% exercised occasionally, 13.6% frequently exercised, and 19.6% exercised almost every day. A total of 60.7% responded that they were not interested in their health. The mean eating habit score of the subjects was 65.6 $\pm$ 9.9. The women had a higher eating habit score than the men (64.0 $\pm$ 9.6 for the men and 67.2 $\pm$ 9.9 for the women). Except for one group above 60 years, the older group had a higher eating habit score than the younger one. The group having a higher income and a more specialized career had a higher eating habit score than the one having a lower income and a less specialized career. There was also a marital difference. The group of single subjects showed a lower eating habit score than the married group. The group having a higher eating habit score drank, smoked and went out for meals less, and exercised more than the group having lower scores. They also were more concerned about their health. In the older group, there were more diabetic and hypertensive individuals. The subjects who had a higher BMI index were more likely to be patients with hypertension, especially in the men's group. Those who had a higher BMI index and hypertension simultaneously took a variety of medicines and foods for promoting health. Those who worried a lot about their health and had health problems tended to take special foods for their health. Patients usually took tonics. Special foods for health included Chinese medicines, tonic foods, vitamin or mineral supplements and manufactured health food supplements. Preferences for them depended on the sex and age of the subject. In the case of tonic foods, the men liked them more than the women. Foods other than tonic foods were favorites with the women. This study may provide basic information on the eating habits and health related behaviors of middle-aged people. However, further studies are needed to improve the eating habits and to change the nutritional attitudes, so that people can make better choices of health foods.

• 수면정신생리
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• 제21권1호
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• pp.5-13
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• 2014

목 적: 노인성 우울증에서의 수면장애와 인지기능 저하의 동반은 흔히 나타나는 증상이다. 본 연구의 목적은 지역 사회에 살고 있는 노인 우울증 환자에서 나타나는 수면장애와 인지기능 저하의 양상을 파악하고 수면장애가 인지기능 저하와의 상관관계를 살펴보는 것이다. 방 법: 본 연구의 대상자들은 지역사회에 거주하고 치매 등의 인지기능 장애를 가지고 있지 않으며 수면 및 기분, 인지기능에 영향을 주는 정신과 약물을 복용하고 있지 않은 282명의 65세 이상 노인으로 하였다. 우울증의 평가를 위해 노인성 우울척도(Geriatric depression Scale, GDS)를 평가하였으며 GDS 점수에 따라 10점 미만을 대조군으로 하였고 10점 이상 17점 미만을 경도 우울증군, 17점 이상을 중증도 우울증군으로 분류하였다. 모든 대상자들에게 1회의 야간수면다원검사를 시행하여 객관적인 수면지표를 얻었고 피츠버그 수면의 질 지수(PSQI)를 평가하여 주관적인 수면의 질을 평가하였으며 CERAD-K 신경심리검사를 통하여 인지기능을 평가하였다. 결 과: 연구 대상자들의 평균연령, 성별, 내과적 질환 여부는 세 군 간에 유의한 차이가 없었으나 교육 연한은 대조군에 비해 중증도 우울증군에서 유의하게 낮은 결과를 보였다(p=0.015). 수면다원검사와 피츠버그 수면의 질 지수를 통하여 얻어진 수면지표들 중 REM수면시간, 무호흡-저호흡 지수, 산소 탈포화 지수, PSQI 점수는 세 군 간에 유의한 차이가 있었다(모든 p<0.05). 신경인지기능검사 결과에서는 단어목록재인검사, 스트룹 색깔 및 단어검사, 벤톤 시각 기억 검사-A, 길 만들기 검사-B에서 세 군 간에 통계적으로 유의한 차이가 나타났다(모든 p<0.05). 우울증군에서의 수면장애와 인지기능 저하 간에 상호 인과 관계를 알아보기 위한 Pearson 상관분석과 단계적 다중선형회귀분석 결과 수면장애와 인지기능 저하 간에 상호 관련성은 없는 것으로 나타났다. 결 론: 본 연구에서 노인성 우울증 환자에서 나타나는 수면무호흡증을 제외한 수면장애는 인지기능 저하에 직접적인 영향을 미치지는 않는 것으로 나타났다. 이러한 결과는 노령화에 따른 수면장애 및 수면구조의 변화와 연령, 교육 수준 등의 영향으로 인한 것으로 보인다. 그러나 노인 인구에서의 수면장애의 높은 유병률과 잠재적으로 인지기능에 미칠 수 있는 부정적인 영향력을 고려할 때 후속 연구를 통한 노인성 우울증 환자에서의 수면장애와 인지기능 저하의 상호 관련성에 대한 논의가 요구된다.

• 대한화장품학회지
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• 제31권2호
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• pp.169-177
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• 2005

본 연구는 베이비 화장품의 구매 행태를 연구, 분석하였다. 연구 결과를 요약하면 아래와 같다. 첫째 국내 및 수입 베이비 화장품이 다양하게 출시되고 있는 현실 가운데 응답자의 $68.0\%$가 제조원 또는 브랜드 명을 정확하게 인식하지 못하고 있었다. 둘째, 자녀의 피부가 희고 민감하며 아토피 피부인 경우는 베이비 화장품의 선택에 신중한 편이나 정상 피부인 경우에는 영유아기를 벗어나 초등학생으로 갈수록, 그리고 어머니의 연령이 높을수록 베이비 전용 화장품을 사용하지 않고 성인 화장품을 같이 쓰는 경우가 많았으며 응답자의 $7.6\%$는 베이비 화장품을 전혀 사용하지 않았다. 특히 샴푸나 바디클렌저 등 목욕용 제품의 사용에 있어서 성인용 제품을 같이 사용하는 경우가 많았다. 셋째, 베이비 화장품 구입 시 가장 많이 고려하는 사항으로는 ‘품질' 이었다. 국산보다는 수입품의 품질을 더욱 더 신뢰하고 선호하였으며 베이비 화장품을 구입하는 비용은 1만원 미만으로, 기존에 판매되고 있는 베이비 화장품의 가격이 비싼 편이라고 인식하였다. 마지막으로 베이비 화장품의 개선점으로는 '제품의 안전성'이 $56.5\%$로 가장 많았으며 베이비 화장품에 대해서 전반적으로 만족하지 않는 것으로 나타났다. 따라서 환경오염과 식습관의 변화주거 환경의 변화로 새집증후군과 아토피 피부 질환의 증가 등 베이비의 피부가 위협을 받고 있는 현실 속에서 연약하고 민감한 베이비 피부를 보호할 수 있는 베이비 화장품이 개발되어야 하며, 소비자는 베이비 피부와 베이비 화장품에 대한 정확한 인식과 정보를 가지고 올바른 선택을 하며 효능, 효과가 우수한 베이비 화장품을 지속적으로 사용하여 베이비 피부 트러블을 예방하며 건강한 베이비 피부로 가꾸어 갈 수 있도록 해야 한다.