Lifestyle Preferences Research Articles

Supporting Active Aging through Value-Driven Accommodation Types for Bangkok’s Self-Reliant Elderly

As Thailand approaches "Super-Aged Society" status by 2031, addressing the housing needs of self-reliant pensioners has become crucial to supporting independence and quality of life for the aging population. This study examines accommodation models that support active aging, allowing retirees in Bangkok to maintain autonomy, well-being, and social engagement. Through focus groups with near-retirement individuals, key concerns such as accessibility, environmental safety, space utilization, and affordability were identified, emphasizing the importance of housing options that meet diverse income levels and lifestyle preferences. Based on these insights, three housing models; Detached/Semi-Detached Homes, Apartments/Condominiums, and Lodges, are proposed to address the varied needs of elderly residents across four essential dimensions: functional, emotional, life-changing, and social impact. Each model provides practical amenities, community integration, and supportive environments that foster active aging and enhance quality of life. By aligning housing features with the Elements of Value Pyramid, this study assesses the feasibility and impact of each model, with measurable outcomes such as resident satisfaction, social engagement, and accessibility. This research contributes to the development of sustainable, age-friendly accommodations that holistically address the functional, emotional, life-changing, and social needs of Thailand’s elderly population.

Translingual practice as a discursive strategy to shape lifestyle and cultural identity

The paper presents a comprehensive examination of the influence of online translingual practice on the lifestyle choices and identity construction of Chinese youth. An analysis of data sourced from platforms such as Weibo and Xiaohongshu finds that the emergence of new lifestyles facilitated by translingual practice transcends traditional social norms, leading to notable shifts in lifestyle preferences. These shifts advocate for active mobility, sustainable practices, clothing habits of inclusive colors and styles, and the adoption of alternative consumption patterns that challenge entrenched standards and regulations. Translingual practice is emblematic of the broader trend towards increased diversity in lifestyle choices within Chinese society. By shedding light on how translingual practice functions as a conduit for communicating and negotiating lifestyle politics, the research offers novel insights into its pivotal role in individual and community identity formation within online spaces and its potential as a transformative force in enriching life choices and prompting action in the real world. Moreover, the study underscores the importance of understanding the rise and popularity of such lifestyles within the context of the interplay between global influences and local dynamics.

A Lifestyle-Based Perspective on the Mobility Choices and Preferences of Urban Travelers

This study investigates how lifestyle factors influence mobility choices within the metropolitan area of Thessaloniki, which is the second largest city in Greece. The primary objective is to understand the interplay between lifestyle attitudes and preferences for sustainable mobility options. This research utilizes data from a comprehensive survey conducted among Thessaloniki’s inhabitants, identifying four distinct attitudinal clusters shaped by lifestyle characteristics and general attitudes toward recycling, energy conservation, social distancing, and other factors. A two-step clustering approach combining hierarchical and k-means methods as well as Chi-square and Kruskal–Wallis tests were employed to investigate whether life attitudes are correlated with revealed and stated mode choices as well as beliefs, perceptions, and feelings related to the current and future public transport systems and micromobility options in the metropolitan area of Thessaloniki. The findings reveal significant variations in mobility choices across the identified lifestyle segments with environmentally conscious segments showing a higher propensity for sustainable modes of transport. Additionally, differences are observed in perceptions and intentions regarding micromobility and the future mass transit system within the region, suggesting that when introducing a new metro system that is expected to promote a shift toward public transport, segment-specific approaches are necessary for raising awareness and increasing trust to the new mode.

The Influence of Social Class, Lifestyle, and Personality on Buying Decisions at the Car Showroom in Denpasar

Along with the increasing number of car users which shows the development of lifestyles among people in Indonesia, many consumers who have owned a car before wish to sell their old car or exchange it for a new car, thus generating used cars that are still worth selling and providing opportunities for used car showroom business actors. The purpose of this study was to analyze the influence of social class, lifestyle, and personality on purchasing decisions for used Toyota cars at the Dharma Mahendra Mobilindo showroom in Denpasar. The data analysis technique uses multiple linear regression using the SPSS for Windows version 25 program. The results of the analysis in this study show (1) Social class has a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions for used Toyota cars at DMM showrooms, (2) Lifestyle has a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions for used Toyota cars at DMM showrooms, (3) Personality has a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions for used Toyota cars at DMM showrooms. These findings suggest that businesses should focus on segmenting their marketing efforts based on social class, lifestyle preferences, and personality traits to better appeal to their target audience and optimize sales strategies.

The relationship between BMI, lifestyle, and dietary preferences of childbearing age women

Abstract. The health of childbearing-age women has attracted much attention from society, among which Body Mass Index (BMI) is an important index to evaluate physical health. Meanwhile, age, race, education, parity the frequency of exercise, lifestyle, and diet structure may also have a potential impact on physical health, and there are few studies in this area. The primary objective of this research is to ascertain whether there is an association between BMI and the above factors in women of both races. A data set of women who are residents of Birmingham was collected through questionnaires and analyzed statistically. The results showed a significant linear relationship between BMI and some factors. The study also found that the AA race had more BMI, education, calories, and lower rates of smoking and sugar intake; Smokers are more likely to be educated, have lower BMIs, exercise more often, and have higher sugar and alcohol intake. For women with less education, they have more children with a higher prevalence of smoking. In terms of diet, they followed a high-calorie diet that contained more sugar but less protein. In summary, it is recommended to provide women with lower education levels and smokers with basic nutrition, exercise, and smoking hazards education to improve overall health. Women of childbearing age should pay attention to moderate exercise in daily life and reasonable allocation of intake ratio of key elements to maintain health, which has important implications for improving quality of life and preventing chronic diseases.

Bridging disparity in knowledge and utilization of contraceptive methods among married couples in the pastoralist community of Fentale District, Eastern Ethiopia.

Despite progress in national reproductive health, pastoralist regions, including the Fentale District in Eastern Ethiopia, face challenges with limited contraceptive coverage due to gaps in understanding and adoption among couples. This cross-sectional study of 1496 couples in Fentale District, Eastern Ethiopia, from October 1 to December 25, 2021, utilized multistage sampling. Data entered into EPI Data underwent analysis with SPSS (v23.0) and STATA (v14.0), employing descriptive statistics, bivariate analysis, and binary logistic regression to identify predictors of contraceptive knowledge. Of the 1496 couples, 93.8% (1404) participated in the survey. Significant educational disparities were observed, with 53.8% having no formal education, particularly among women (65.2%). Despite this, 80.2% of couples were aware of at least one family planning (FP) method, and 78.6% knew modern methods. The median knowledge of contraception methods was 3 for both genders. Men showed higher awareness of male (43.2%) and female condoms (17.4%) compared to women (31.8% and 6.0%). Overall, 27.4% of couples used contraception, with a significant gender difference: 41.2% of women and 13.5% of men. Modern contraceptives were used by 18.2% of couples, predominantly by women (34.8%). Binary logistic regression analysis indicated positive associations between contraceptive knowledge and education, bank account ownership, occupation, proximity to healthcare, and media exposure, while a nomadic-pastoralist lifestyle and specific treatment preferences showed negative associations. The limited knowledge and utilization of family planning in the Fentale District stem from gaps in comprehension and disparities among couples. Factors influencing this situation include socio-demographic considerations, such as variations based on education, occupation, media exposure, bank account ownership, treatment preferences, and distance from healthcare facilities. This ensures that the interventions are having the desired effect and allows for adjustments as needed to promote family planning uptake.

Housing choice in an evolving remote work landscape

We estimate a joint model of housing choice along several dimensions to account for changing valuations of housing outcomes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We consider housing outcomes including housing type, tenure type, the presence of a patio or yard, the number of bedrooms, neighborhood population density, median housing cost, accessibility of amenities, school quality, crime rate, and commute distance. Data used for this analysis were collected in October and November of 2021 from 24 metropolitan areas across the United States. A Generalized Heterogeneous Data Model (GHDM) is used to estimate these housing outcomes as a function of exogenous household sociodemographic characteristics and latent lifestyle propensities. The GHDM also captures jointness caused by unobserved factors, allowing for the estimation of accurate causal effects between outcomes. The results reveal that lifestyle preferences have significant impacts on housing outcomes. Specifically, individuals with a preference for teleworking are more likely to reside in single-family homes in highly populated areas, experience longer commute distances, and exhibit a higher sensitivity to the presence of amenities in their neighborhoods. Additionally, the analysis of tradeoffs between housing outcomes reveals the relative valuations of various housing outcomes. An increased commute distance is found to lead to an increase in single-family homes, reductions in density, and an increased crime rate. Choosing an apartment in a high-density neighborhood is found to lead to reductions in school quality and significant increases in crime rates. Implications of the results for land-use planning, travel demand analysis, and equity considerations are identified and discussed.

Healthy Aging: Interaction of Cognition, Lifestyle, and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living.

Background: The increasing elderly population highlights the importance of comprehending healthy aging by examining the interactions among cognition, daily activities, and lifestyle. This study aims to address this by investigating these relationships within the World Health Organization's Healthy Aging Model. Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 178 older adults from southern Iran, representing various cognitive levels. Participants underwent assessments to measure cognitive functions, lifestyle preferences, and independence in instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) using the Mini-Mental State Examination, the Lifestyle Assessment Questionnaire for the Iranian Elderly, and the Lawton IADL Scale. Findings: The relationships between the studied variables were identified. Lower cognitive function was found to be associated with decreased engagement in IADL and less-favorable lifestyle choices. Conclusion: Integrating cognition, IADL, and lifestyle into assessments and interventions align with both the domain and process of occupational therapy, thereby enhancing well-being and promoting healthy aging in older adults.

Development of Arthrospira platensis fortified spiced buttermilk

An incredible surge in demand for fermented dairy products has been experienced recently due to its nutraceutical benefits and lifestyle preferences. As a traditional fermented dairy beverage, cultured buttermilk is an ideal product choice in this context. This study introduces a novel cultured buttermilk fortified with the high protein microalgae Arthrospira platensis, making it beneficial and appealing due to its preferable mouthfeel and antioxidant characteristics. The goal of this study was to extensively evaluate and determine the optimum amount of Spirulina powder to be mixed into buttermilk, while also analyzing the alterations in the physicochemical and sensory properties of the resulting product. The pH, titratable acidity, DPPH inhibition activity, Phenolic content, and sensory properties of newly developed cultured buttermilk with varying concentrations of Spirulina 0.25, 0.45, 0.65, 0.85 and 1.5% were compared with that of the control buttermilk sample with no added Spirulina. Based on the findings derived from the conducted study, it has been concluded that the incorporation of 0.25% Spirulina, can potentially enhance the nutritional composition and functional health attributes of cultured buttermilk without affecting sensory score Keywords: Butter milk, fortification, Arthospira platensis, antioxidant activity, total phenolic content, sensory evaluation

Using the “Media as Mediator” Approach to Understand the Influence of Communication Channel Trust on COVID-19 Protective Behaviors: England, January 2022

In a secondary analysis, we examine how trust in pro-recommendation versus alternative communication channels mediated effects of demographic, personality, lifestyle, and political variables on COVID-19 protective behavior in England. In so doing, we adapt the media-as-mediator approach to the pandemic context. Respondents reported that family, close friends, primary care medical providers, and mainstream news media were relatively supportive of public health recommendations, and social media friend networks, faith/community groups, alternative news sites, and alternative health practitioners were relatively unsupportive. Parallel mediation analyses showed that effects of age, dutiful civic-mindedness, sensation-seeking, healthy lifestyle orientation, and more marginally, race on COVID-19 protective behavior were mediated by trust in these pro-recommendation and/or alternative communication channels. In some cases, trust in exemplars of both types of channels resulted in these channels influences largely canceling one another out.

Criteria for Personalised Choice of a Continuous Glucose Monitoring System: An Expert Opinion.

Despite the growing evidence supporting the outpatient use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) for improving glycaemic control and reducing hypoglycaemia, there is a need for a detailed understanding of the specific features of CGM devices that best meet individual patient needs. This expert opinion, based on a comprehensive literature review and the personal perspectives of clinicians, aims to provide thehealthcare professionals (HCPs) with a comprehensive framework for selecting CGM devices. It evaluates the current state of CGM technology, categorizing features into essential features, major drivers of choice, and additional/useful features. Moreover, the practical model presented outlines a patient's journey with CGM, emphasising the importance of aligning device features with patient needs. This includes understanding the patient's lifestyle, clinical conditions, and personal preferences to optimize CGM use and improve diabetes management outcomes.

Shaping people’s preferences: liberal neutrality, means paternalism and tobacco control

Abstract Liberal neutrality compels governments to respect individual preferences. Yet health-promotion campaigns, such as modern tobacco control policies, often seek to cultivate a preference for a healthy lifestyle. Liberal theorists have attempted to justify these policies by appealing to the concept of ‘means paternalism’, whereby these policies align with existing preferences. In contrast, this article argues that shaping preferences can be not only permissible but also morally required. Governments can preserve neutrality while influencing preferences by promoting generic goods valued in diverse societies and considering the preference-formation of future generations. This argument provides a stronger rationale for tobacco control policies.

Pengaruh Trend Halal Lifestyle dan Gaya Hidup Terhadap Perilaku Belanja Mahasiswa

This study explores the impact of the halal lifestyle trend and lifestyle on the shopping behavior of students at the Faculty of Economics and Islamic Business (FEBI), UIN SYAHADA Padangsidimpuan. The research employs a quantitative approach, utilizing both primary and secondary data sources. Data was collected through the distribution of questionnaires to 96 respondents, and the analysis was carried out using SPSS version 23. The results of the study, as determined through partial (t-test) and simultaneous (F-test) analyses, reveal that the halal lifestyle trend does not significantly affect students' shopping behavior. On the other hand, the lifestyle variable demonstrates a positive and significant influence on students' shopping behavior. The combined effect of both the halal lifestyle trend and lifestyle is found to be positively and significantly correlated with the shopping behavior of FEBI UIN SYAHADA Padangsidimpuan students. In conclusion, the presence of the halal lifestyle trend does not result in an increase in students' expenditures or shopping behavior. However, lifestyle choices significantly impact students' shopping behavior, with higher lifestyle preferences leading to increased shopping activities.

Sustainable agricultural technologies of the future: Determination of adoption readiness for different consumer groups

The rapid increase in population and unsustainable agricultural practices has significantly damaged the environment. Our study explores how to achieve food security through environmentally friendly methods such as controlled environment agriculture (CEA), genetic editing (GE), and farming automation (FA), with an emphasis on the importance of consumer acceptance of these technologies. Analyzing data from 2138 Australians and 1760 New Zealanders, we employ a two-step clustering method—(1) hierarchical clustering and (2) k-means clustering—to categorize consumers on the basis of their demographic and lifestyle preferences into three segments that capture differences in attitudes toward new agricultural technologies: “Green Urbanites,” “Environmentally Unconcerned,” and “Skeptical Foodie.” Our findings reveal that Green Urbanites are the most open to adopting CEA, GE, and FA, while Skeptical Foodies and Environmentally Unconcerned are more reluctant. We contribute to theory by studying a novel facet of consumer acceptance of sustainable technologies and revealing how consumption, living, and lifestyle patterns motivate new technology acceptance in the agricultural sector. To inform practice, we suggest tailored strategies to increase engagement of the identified segments and promote wider acceptance of sustainable agricultural practices for enhanced food security.

Influence of Exercise and Genistein to Mitigate the Deleterious Effects of High-Fat High-Sugar Diet on Alzheimer's Disease-Related Markers in Male Mice.

The prevalence of obesity and related consequences, including insulin resistance and Alzheimer's-like neuropathology, has increased dramatically. Contributing to this prevalence is the shift in lifestyle preference away from wholesome foods and exercise to the Western-style diet and sedentarism. Despite advances in drug development, a healthy diet and regular exercise remain the most effective approaches to mitigating the unwanted sequelae of diet-induced obesity on brain health. In this study, we used the high-fat high-sugar (HFHS) mouse model of neurodegeneration to examine the effects of exercise training (HFHS+Ex), genistein treatment (HFHS+Gen), and combination treatment (HFHS+Ex+Gen) on proteins relating to neurodegeneration in the brain of male mice. After a period of 12 weeks, as expected, HFHS feeding increased body weight, adipose tissue weight, and systemic plasma inflammation (TNF-α) compared to lean mice fed a standard diet. HFHS feeding also increased protein expression of brain markers of insulin resistance (pGSK-3β, p-IR), apoptosis (caspase 3), early neurofibrillary tangles (CP13), and amyloid-beta precursor (CT20). Compared to HFHS mice, Ex decreased body weight, plasma TNF-α, and expression of pGSK-3β, caspase 3, CP13, amyloid-β precursor (22c11), and ADAM10. Treatment with Gen was equally protective on these markers and decreased the expression of p-IR. Combination treatment with Ex and Gen afforded the greatest overall benefits, and this group exhibited the greatest reduction in body and adipose tissue weight and all brain markers, except for 22c11 and ADAM10, which were decreased compared to mice fed an HFHS diet. In addition, levels of 4G8, which detects protein levels of amyloid-β, were decreased with combination treatment. Our results indicate that exercise training, genistein supplementation, or combination treatment provide varying degrees of neuroprotection from HFHS feeding-induced Alzheimer's pathology. Future perspectives could include evaluating moderate exercise regimens in combination with dietary supplementation with genistein in humans to determine whether the same benefits translate clinically.

Electric vehicle (EV) type choice model: Latent class modelling (LCM) approach

This study develops a flexible Latent Class Model (LCM) to investigate the electric vehicle (EV) type choice decisions of Halifax residents. It utilizes cross-sectional data from the 2022 Halifax Travel Activity (HaliTRAC) survey, which includes questions related to EV adoption. This study also analyzes eight attitude and lifestyle preference related statements using principal component analysis (PCA) technique and finally extracts three components labeled as “EV enthusiasts”, “Sustainable travellers”, and “Remote work arrangement admirers”. This paper explores the heterogeneity between two classes for different alternative vehicle type choice, such as, battery electric vehicle (BEV), plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), and regular internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle. Based on class membership attributes, class-1 can be identified as those who live in suburban areas, have a large family with high vehicle ownership, and are interested in travelling with their family members, especially with their children and vice-versa for class-2. Results suggest that variables across two classes portray heterogeneity, such as, full-time worker portray positive correlation for class-1 and negative to class-2; high annual household income group (more than $200,000) exhibit high propensity to choose BEV in class-2 and vice-versa for class-1. Sustainable travelers emphasize the adverse connection towards regular vehicles, while EV enthusiasts demonstrate a favorable association with embracing any type of EV (BEV, PHEV, HEV). Furthermore, the findings from this analysis provide guidance for policy measures such as offering purchase incentives, expanding charging infrastructure, and implementing tax rebates to promote the uptake of EV among the residents of Halifax.

People with type 2 diabetes experiences of using WhatsApp-based diabetes self-management education and support: The process evaluation.

Online Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) offers people with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) accessible and tailored education, utilising innovative and interactive tools such as social media to enhance engagement and outcomes. Despite the demonstrated effectiveness of social media-based DSMES in improving health outcomes, there remains a significant gap in qualitative insights regarding participants' experiences. This study aims to explore the experiences of people with T2DM who are using a newly developed WhatsApp-based DSMES. A qualitative descriptive approach was adopted. Data consisted of 23 semi-structured phone interviews with people with T2DM who had received the WhatsApp-based DSMES. Interviews were analysed using qualitative content analysis. The present study adheres to the COREQ guidelines. Four themes emerged from the data: (1) acceptability of the programme, (2) flexible accessibility of the programme, (3) promoting healthy lifestyle and (4) future preferences for the programme use. This study explored the experiences of people with T2DM participating in a 6-week WhatsApp-based DSMES. The findings indicated that the programme was acceptable, accessible, effectively revealing necessary self-management knowledge and skills, and provided essential support from professional and peer. The study also indicated that WhatsApp-based programmes could be feasibly implemented in various populations, healthcare settings and communities to support people with T2DM globally.

SVOD Multi-Homing Users in Six Countries: Analyzing Legacy Media Usage, Demographics, Lifestyle, Expectations, and Usage Habits

Subscription to multiple subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) services, known as multi-homing, is increasingly prevalent. This research explores the relationship between multi-homing and traditional media consumption and identifies the key factors that predict multi-homing tendencies among SVOD users. We analyzed data from 2019 to 2021 across the U.S., Canada, China, Japan, Germany, and France to investigate the impact of SVOD usage on legacy media viewing time, and then explored the predictors of multi-homing behaviors. Our findings indicate that multi-homing users are more inclined to consume content on legacy media platforms, such as terrestrial or cable television, compared with single-homing users. Critical differentiators between multi-homing and single-homing users include demographic profiles, lifestyle preferences, content expectations, and usage habits, particularly in terms of account sharing and primary devices for content consumption. These results are crucial for both SVOD and traditional media providers, as they offer strategic guidance for companies to effectively operate in various international markets. Such a comprehensive analysis of multi-homing behavior also offers a new perspective on the dynamics of global media consumption.

Development of Android-Based Mobile Application for Calculating F- Value in Pasteurized Crab Meat

ABSTRACT Processed foods are vital in modern diets, reflecting lifestyle preferences. This study focuses on crucial factors affecting their quality, particularly the F value. Our user-friendly Android app, utilizing the Patashnik improved method, is customized for pasteurized crab meat. By optimizing F values in fishery processing, our research prioritizes microbial safety. Traditional F value calculation is intricate, demanding expertise and time. Our solution allows even non-experts to compute F values accurately in under a minute using Excel, achieving 99.9% accuracy. This enhances efficiency and precision in ensuring food safety.

Cluster-Based Diagnostic for Diabetes, Insights from Europe and Asia

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) has emerged as a major global health challenge, with its prevalence steadily rising in recent decades. The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) Diabetes Atlas projecting that the number of individuals living with diabetes will reach 783 million by 2045. The Asian region is particularly affected, with over 157 million diagnosed cases in 2021, representing about 11% of the region’s total adult population. This review aims to shed light on the heterogeneity within T2DM, emphasizing the importance on the diversity of disease and exhibits the different phenotypic characteristics. The focus of the review is to highlight the significance of understanding these variations in glycemic levels, insulin resistance, complications, heredity, lifestyle, and patient preferences to tailor effective prevention and management strategies. A comprehensive review of recent studies is presented, revealing the importance of personalized approaches in combating the multifaceted challenges related to T2DM. The key findings underscore the critical need for adapting treatment strategies to individual patient profiles, thus mitigating the burden of T2DM and its health consequences. This manuscript underscores the pressing need for additional research endeavors and the formulation of customized interventions to tackle the escalating prevalence of T2DM, both on a global scale and within the Asian region.Cluster-Based Diagnostic for Diabetes, Insights from Europe and Asia