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Changes in meal pattern among Norwegian children from 2001 to 2008
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2011)Objective: The present study aimed to analyse changes in meal pattern among Norwegian children from 2001 to 2008 in general; to analyse associations between meal pattern and gender, parental educational level and number ... -
Changes in screen time activity in Norwegian children from 2001 to 2008 : two cross sectional studies
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2013)Background: There has been an increase in screen-based communication, leading to concerns about the negative health effects of screen-based activities in children and adolescents. The present study aimed to (1) analyze ... -
Clustering of energy balance-related behaviors and parental education in European children: the ENERGY-project
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2013)Background: Recent research and literature reviews show that, among schoolchildren, some specific energy balance-related behaviors (EBRBs) are relevant for overweight and obesity prevention. It is also well known that the ... -
Differences in axial segment reorientation during standing turns predict multiple falls in older adults
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2012)Background: The assessment of standing turning performance is proposed to predict fall risk in older adults. This study investigated differences in segmental coordination during a 360° standing turn task between older ... -
Direct and indirect associations between the family physical activity environment and sports participation among 10–12 year-old European children: testing the EnRG framework in the ENERGY project
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2013)Background. Sport participation makes an important contribution to children’s overall physical activity. Understanding influences on sports participation is important and the family environment is considered key, however ... -
Early rehabilitation of cancer patients - a randomized controlled intervention study
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2013)Background: Faced with a life-threatening illness, such as cancer, many patients develop stress symptoms, i.e. avoidance behaviour, intrusive thoughts and worry. Stress management interventions have proven to be effective; ... -
Evaluation of a short food frequency questionnaire used among Norwegian children
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2012)Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate a short food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) against a four-day precoded food diary (PFD) with regard to frequency of food intake among Norwegian 9- and 13-year-olds. Subjects ... -
Lived experiences of self-care among older physically active urban-living individuals
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2013)Background: Promoting physical activity is a public health priority in most industrial countries, and physical function is an important factor when taking into consideration older people's self-care and health. Despite the ... -
Nature trips and traditional methods for food procurement in relation to weight status
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2013)Aims: The purpose of this study is to assess the relationships between trips in nature, gathering of wild plants, fishing and hunting and weight status. Methods: Data from a cross-sectional questionnaire survey of 996 ... -
Parental food-related behaviors and family meal frequencies : associations in Norwegian dyads of parents and preadolescent children
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2013)Background: Frequent family meals are associated with healthy dietary behaviors and other desirable outcomes in children and adolescents. Therefore, increased knowledge about factors that may increase the occurrence of ... -
Study protocol: fit for delivery - can a lifestyle intervention in pregnancy result in measurable health benefits for mothers and newborns? A randomized controlled trial
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2013)Background: The global obesity epidemic has led to increased attention on pregnancy, a period when women are at risk of gaining excessive weight. Excessive gestational weight gain is associated with numerous complications, ... -
The meaning of actualization of self-care resources among a group of older home-dwelling people : a hermeneutic study
(Journal article, 2013)Self-care is an activity of mature persons who have developed their abilities to take care of themselves. Individuals can choose to actualize their self-care abilities into self-care activities to maintain, restore, or ... -
Viktigheten av fysisk aktivitet og trening blant eldre
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2012)Regular physical activity in older adults is critically important to ensure healthy aging. The link between physical activity and prevention of disease, maintenance of independence, and improved quality of life is supported ... -
Work capacity and health-related quality of life among individuals with multiple sclerosis reduced by fatigue : a cross-sectional study
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2013)Background: Among individuals diagnosed with the chronic neurologic disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), a majority suffers from fatigue, which strongly influences their every-day-life. The aim of this study was to investigate ...