The Impact of Poor Nutrient Intakes and Food Insecurity on the Psychological Distress among Community-Dwelling Middle-Aged and Older Adults during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Rivan, Nurul Fatin Malek; Yahya, Hanis Mastura; Shahar, Suzana; Singh, Devinder Kaur Ajit; Ibrahim, Norhayati; Ludin, Arimi Fitri Mat; Sakian, Noor Ibrahim Mohamed; Mahadzir, Hazlina; Subramaniam, Ponnusamy; Kamaruddin, Mohd Zul Amin

doi:10.3390/nu13020353

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“…From the studies included in the review, food insecurity or insufficiency was linked to mental health problems and general wellbeing of individuals consistent with studies elsewhere, which have demonstrated that food insecurity is a significant factor associated with psychological distress among middle-aged and older adults [45]. One of the studies reported that moderate and severe food insecurity significantly increased psychological distress outcomes among both men and women, but this effect was greater with increase in age [36].…”

Section: Impact Of Food Insecurity and Insufficiency On Mental Health Outcomessupporting

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The Mental Health Outcomes of Food Insecurity and Insufficiency in West Africa: A Systematic Narrative Review

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Asare-Doku

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et al. 2021

Behavioral Sciences

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(1) Background: Food insufficiency is a global pandemic affecting many people, especially those residing in developing countries. African countries have been affected by food insufficiency, which is mostly caused by drought or wars. Famine or food insufficiency has been reported to have an impact on the psychological health and quality of life of people affected. This review assessed the mental health outcomes of famine and food insufficiency in West Africa. (2) Methods: A search of the published literature was conducted using PubMed, PsycExtra, Medline, and PsycINFO databases. The search was limited to papers published in English between the years 2010 and 2020. Two reviewers independently screened the titles and abstracts of the retrieved papers using pre-defined inclusion and exclusion criteria and a third reviewer resolved conflicts. Data were extracted and appraised using a data extraction form and an appraisal checklist. (3) Results: A total of 81 papers were identified through the journal databases search. Out of the seven papers that met the inclusion criteria, six papers used cross-sectional designs and one paper used an experimental design. The six papers used quantitative approach for data collection, while the one paper used a qualitative technique. The evidence synthesized from this review indicated that exposure to food insecurity or insufficiency is associated with increased psychological distress including anxiety, sleeplessness, intellectual disability, general mental, and emotional instability. (4) Conclusions: This review strongly highlights the need for further research across the sub-region. It further suggests that famine and food insufficiency are associated with significant mental health problems in adults and impacts the cognitive and intellectual development of children. Although there is paucity of literature about famine and its impact on mental health in West Africa, these findings are important for developing social policy initiatives for increasing food supply and mental health interventions for all ages.

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Section: Impact Of Food Insecurity and Insufficiency On Mental Health Outcomessupporting

confidence: 68%

The Mental Health Outcomes of Food Insecurity and Insufficiency in West Africa: A Systematic Narrative Review

Ae-Ngibise

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Peprah

et al. 2021

Behavioral Sciences

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“…During the COVID‐19 outbreak, the prevalence of FI levels among the elderly population was lower (14.8%) 32 than in a previous study, which found that 27.7% of older respondents had FI 33 . According to this study, a potential explanation for this outcome could be that most of the respondents were living with their families during the MCO and that, since they were working from home, the children were able to provide adequate and nutritious meals for their parents 32 . In a previous study, Rohida et al .…”

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Implication of food insecurity on the gut microbiota and its potential relevance to a multi‐ethnic population in Malaysia

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Food insecurity (FI) has an impact on food intake, and it can make it difficult for people to eat enough nutritious food at all times to sustain an active and healthy lifestyle. The COVID‐19 outbreak has hampered people's capacity to obtain nutritious and affordable food. Although FI has been studied in Malaysia, the extent to which it is linked to gut microbiota has yet to be discovered. This review aimed to compile evidence of the relationship between FI and gut microbial changes and their potential relevance to a multi‐ethnic population in Malaysia. FI is typically associated with cheaper and calorie‐dense foods because of the high cost of quality food and financial constraints that hinder food‐insecure people from adopting healthier dietary choices. As a result, they have started eating low‐quality food such as simple carbohydrates, fats, and processed foods. These poor eating habits can reduce microbial diversity and influence changes in the composition and function of the gut microbiota. This review also explores the impact of ethnicity on the variation in composition of gut microbiota. In conclusion, the findings of this review may be utilized to develop and implement diet‐related intervention programs to ensure that Malaysians get enough nutritious food to maintain a healthy gut microbiota and improve overall health.

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“…It was obligatory for patients who needed physiotherapy to direct their treatment to home-based applications, but their treatment was interrupted during the restriction period. In a study conducted in patients with Parkinson's, it was found that depressive thoughts of patients who could not receive physical therapy increased and their treatment was disrupted during the pandemic [55].…”

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The Weak Ring of the COVID-19 Pandemic: The Elderly (A Literature Review)

Omer¹,

Hasan²,

Kübra³

2021

J Geriatr Med Gerontol

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Introduction:The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the social life, mental health and physical performance of the elderly and to compile studies on this subject.Method: A literature review of the studies examining the subjects of the elderly and COVID-19 was conducted. PubMed and Web of Science databases were used for the analysis. The search period was planned to cover the dates 15 March 2020 and 15 February 2021. The PRISMA guideline was conducted 60 out of 463 studies were examined according to the research criteria.Results: 60 of the 463 studies found in accordance with the research criteria were examined and common results were given from these studies. Most of the studies have been conducted via online survey due to COVID-19 measures. There are also studies conducted through telephone surveys and social media. Especially as of the second half of 2020, significant increase in the number of studies determined.Discussion: Due to the fragile nature of the elderly and secondary reasons, COVID-19 infection affected the elderly more severely. In addition to physical effects, there are also social and psychological effects on the elderly. In most countries, elderly people have been forced to either forced or voluntary isolation at home due to restrictions. This not only brought about social and psychological problems, but also caused a change in their physical capacities. The elderly, who have to change their normal lifestyle in an abnormal way, are exposed to the negativity brought about by the pandemic.

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The Impact of Poor Nutrient Intakes and Food Insecurity on the Psychological Distress among Community-Dwelling Middle-Aged and Older Adults during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Cited by 27 publications

References 44 publications

The Mental Health Outcomes of Food Insecurity and Insufficiency in West Africa: A Systematic Narrative Review

The Mental Health Outcomes of Food Insecurity and Insufficiency in West Africa: A Systematic Narrative Review

Implication of food insecurity on the gut microbiota and its potential relevance to a multi‐ethnic population in Malaysia

The Weak Ring of the COVID-19 Pandemic: The Elderly (A Literature Review)

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