Home⇛Asian Journal of Resilience⇛vol. 1 no. 1 (2019)

Health Practices and Lifestyle Components of University Administrative Personnel: Risk Factor Assessment of Non-Communicable Diseases

Cathy Chu-Medina | Michael Angelo A. Legarde | Jairus Katon

 

Abstract:

This study describes the health practices and lifestyle components of the university administrative personnel and evaluates their potential risks in developing non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Using the WHO-STEPS instrument developed by the World Health Organization (WHO), this study found that majority of the 108 randomly selected participants were non-smokers and moderate alcoholic beverage drinkers. They also performed moderate-intensity activities, did not meet the recommended servings of fruits and vegetables per day, and consumed salt and processed foods which are within the recommended servings per day. Majority of the participants had normal body mass indices (BMI) and blood pressures (BP); however, most of them had above normal waist circumferences. The health practices and lifestyle components that situate the participants at most risk in developing NCDs are inadequate physical activity and dietary behavior particularly low consumption of fruits and vegetables.Their anthropometric measurementslikewise pose potential risks for NCDs. These findings strongly suggest that maintaining a normal BMI, BP, and waist circumference by having adequate physical activities and by following a healthy diet can prevent lifestyle-related diseases. It is proposed that an evidence-based, comprehensive, and inclusive employee wellness program be designed and implemented because a healthy lifestyle promotes resilience against NCDs.



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