Change in eating habits during the Spanish COVID-19 pandemic lockdown: evidence for a sample of university community

Prieto, David Cantarero; Lanza-León, Paloma; Mencía, Patricia Moreno; Blázquez‐Fernández, Carla; Lera, Javier; Gonzalez-Diego, Francisco-Jose; Rodríguez, Irene González

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“…In the same line, other studies have reported that the positive changes in eating habits observed during the months of lockdown (eating fresh foods, fruits, vegetables, dairy products, etc.) were significantly associated with higher income, a better self-perceived health state and better sport habits [63], more time available for cooking [55], and simply eating at home [64]. Another study in a sample of adolescents with chronic affectations showed changes in eating habits, with a decrease in the consumption of precooked foods and an increase in homemade food [65].…”

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Physical Activity Levels, Eating Habits, and Well-Being Measures in Students of Healthcare Degrees in the Second Year of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Maté-Muñoz,

Hernández-Lougedo,

Ruiz-Tovar

et al. 2023

Healthcare

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Background: When the first cases of COVID-19 (caused by SARS-CoV-2 virus infection) were discovered, exceptional norms to fight the spread of the virus were established by applying movement restrictions (lockdown) in many countries. These unprecedented norms led to sedentary behaviours and less healthy diets which could persist for much longer after lockdown. The aim of this study was to analyse the physical activity, eating habits, self-perceived well-being, and toxic habits, as well as the perceived changes of these habits with respect to the pre-pandemic period, in a population of university students in the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: A single-centre, cross-sectional study was conducted in a population of university students of healthcare degrees. A total of 961 students (639 (66.5%) women and 322 (33.5%) men) signed the informed consent and completed the questionnaire. The study was conducted through an anonymous survey, which was voluntarily self-completed by the students on an online platform. The questionnaire was based on the Spanish Health Survey and it was divided into six main parts: demographic and anthropometric characteristics, physical activity, eating habits, well-being measures (sleeping habits, health state, and stress), toxic habits, and perception of the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on the variables described. Results and conclusions: The results showed that, during the second year of the pandemic, statistically significant dependence was identified for those students that showed higher levels of physical activity with greater perceived physical activity (p < 0.05), healthier eating habits (p < 0.05), and a better self-perceived health state (p < 0.05), with respect to the 12 months before the COVID-19 pandemic. On the other hand, there was a negative correlation between the sedentary students and greater perceived physical activity (p < 0.05). With regard to toxic habits and physical activity, a significant correlation was only detected between sedentary behaviour and cocaine consumption (p < 0.05). Analysing eating habits, it was observed that the students who smoked, consumed alcohol, and binge drank had low adherence to the Mediterranean diet (p < 0.05). In addition, those students with high stress levels slept less than 7 h (p < 0.05).

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Physical Activity Levels, Eating Habits, and Well-Being Measures in Students of Healthcare Degrees in the Second Year of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Maté-Muñoz,

Hernández-Lougedo,

Ruiz-Tovar

et al. 2023

Healthcare

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“…Además, es de destacar el shock que supuso la pandemia de la COVID-19, no solo en términos de mortalidad anticipada sino también en la propia vida de las personas afectando notablemente a su bienestar físico y mental (Odriozola-González et al, 2020;Garvey et al, 2021;Leco-Berrocal et al, 2021;Marques et al, 2021;Padrón et al, 2021;Rodríguez-Larrad et al, 2021;Roldán-Merino et al, 2022) e incluso modificando sus estilos de vida (Imaz-Aramburu et al, 2021;García-Campanario et al, 2022;Ruiz-Zaldibar et al, 2022;Cantarero Prieto et al, 2023). También, llegó lógicamente a afectar al propio devenir de la docencia universitaria (Ożadowicz, 2020;Bustamante et al, 2022;Echeverría, Pozo y Cabellos, 2022;Lera-Torres, Cantarero-Prieto y Pascual-Sáez, 2022;Paños-Castro, Arruti and Korres, 2022).…”

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Ted Talks como recurso docente en la asignatura de “Economics of social expenditure” del grado en Economía

Cantarero Prieto,

Blázquez Fernández,

Lanza León

et al. 2024

ReE

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Objetivo: La pandemia puso de manifiesto la necesidad de reforzar otro tipo de métodos docentes como son la docencia virtual, la gamificación o los formatos asíncronos. Nuestro estudio analiza la experiencia de la aplicación de la figura del ponente invitado asíncrono con el uso de las TED Talks en la asignatura de “Economics of Social Expenditure” del Curso de Tercero del Grado en Economía. Métodos: Al final de cada TED Talk se le propone al alumnado una serie de actividades para analizar el rendimiento y la utilidad de la actividad en la aceptación y comprensión de los conceptos principales que han sido considerados en la evaluación continua. Además, el estudiantado tiene que responder a un cuestionario anónimo sobre su grado de satisfacción con la actividad. Resultados: Tanto los cuestionarios como las calificaciones nos muestran los siguientes resultados: 1. Una alta satisfacción con las actividades propuestas. 2. Un incremento en la participación e implicación del estudiantado en el desarrollo de la asignatura. 3. Una mejora en la aceptación y asimilación de conceptos de la asignatura que derivan en una mejora de las notas finales de la asignatura. 4. Mejora de las competencias no cognitivas (soft skills) como son el trabajo en equipo o el pensamiento crítico. Conclusiones: Nuestra experiencia prueba la necesidad de seguir apostando por este tipo de metodologías que serían extrapolables a otras asignaturas. Así, no solo se tendría en cuenta la opinión del alumnado para mejorar los resultados docentes, a su vez pues nos permitiría configurar una base de datos para validar econométricamente esta experiencia docente.

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Lifestyle Habits and Nutritional Profile of the Spanish Population: A Comparison Between the Period During and After the COVID-19 Pandemic

Sandri,

Werner,

Bernalte Martí

2024

Foods

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The aim of this study was to investigate the changes in habits regarding the health and lifestyle of the Spanish population during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. A cross-sectional design was used. Data were collected during the pandemic from 22,181 participants and after the pandemic from 3907 participants using the NutSo-HH Scale, assessing demographic, nutritional, and lifestyle variables. Key findings reveal a slight increase in exercise duration (+6.61%) post-pandemic, along with reductions in fried food (−3.57%), juice (−6.45%), and alcohol consumption (−9.66%). Conversely, there were notable increases in the consumption of ultra-processed foods (+2.16%), soft drinks (+6.47%), and coffee/energy drinks (+38.95%). Sleep quality, body image, and self-perceived health showed minor declines. These findings indicate that despite some positive behavioral changes, there is still a significant dependence on unhealthy dietary choices, negatively impacting both mental and physical health. The results highlight the need for public health strategies which encourage healthier eating, increased physical activity, and better sleep quality to reduce the long-term effects of lifestyle changes brought on by the pandemic. Focused interventions are necessary to curb the rising consumption of ultra-processed foods and sugary beverages while fostering overall well-being. This study underscores the vital role of ongoing surveillance and customized public health initiatives to enhance general health in the post-pandemic era.

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Change in eating habits during the Spanish COVID-19 pandemic lockdown: evidence for a sample of university community

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Physical Activity Levels, Eating Habits, and Well-Being Measures in Students of Healthcare Degrees in the Second Year of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Physical Activity Levels, Eating Habits, and Well-Being Measures in Students of Healthcare Degrees in the Second Year of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Ted Talks como recurso docente en la asignatura de “Economics of social expenditure” del grado en Economía

Lifestyle Habits and Nutritional Profile of the Spanish Population: A Comparison Between the Period During and After the COVID-19 Pandemic

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