The Effects of Fitness Tracking Apps on PA Levels & Mental Health Outcomes Rocio Valdovinos-Lopez * Project Mentor(s) : Nicole Stendell-Hollis, PhD; Katy Williams; Charlene Mize There is limited research examining between fitness applications use and mental health outcomes. As the popularity of digital health technologies continues to grow, many individuals are increasingly relying on mobile fitness applications to monitor physical activity, track workouts, and set personal health goals for adults. While these tools are designed to promote healthier behaviors, their potential psychological effects of frequent engagement with these platforms remain unclear. This gap in the literature limits our understanding of the relationship between application use and its potential influence on mental health in goals. This study will use cross-sectional observational design to assess whether the frequency and intensity of fitness application use are associated with mental health indicators and physical activity habits among adults aged 18 years and older. Data will be collected through an anonymous online survey administered via Qualtrics and distributed through social media platforms and community-based outreach. This research study aims to assess whether the frequency and intensity of fitness application use are associated with mental health indicators and physical activity habits in the adult population. Specifically, the study will explore whether individuals who use fitness applications more frequently demonstrate differences in physical activity habits and mental health outcomes compared to those who use these applications less often or not at all. By analyzing this relationship, the study focuses on contributing to a better understanding of digital health technologies and providing insight into how fitness applications may influence both physical and psychological well-being in the adult population. Association Between Urinary Glyphosate and Prevalence of Diabetes in US Adults: Using NHANES Data (2017-2018) Jessica Whelan * Project Mentor(s): David Gee, PhD; Nicole Stendell-Hollis, RDN, PhD; Sarah Opelt, PhD Glyphosate (GLY) is the most widely used herbicide worldwide, and exposure to it has been associated with the development of numerous health conditions. Research on the association between urinary glyphosate (uGLY) and the prevalence of diabetes is limited, while strong relationships between uGLY and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) has been reported. Previous research assessed the degree of liver steatosis using a fatty liver index while this study used an ultrasound-based test (FibroScan®). The purpose of this study was to examine the associations between: uGLY, the prevalence of diabetes and the prevalence of NAFLD in the US adult population. SAS® Software (v. 9.4) was used to analyze uGLY, diabetes, and liver steatosis data of 1,362 adult subjects in the NHANES database (2017–2018). GLY exposure groups were stratified into quartiles: lowest (reference), low, moderate, and high. Results showed a significant increase in diabetes prevalence in the low (16.2%), moderate (16.3%), and high (17.9%) GLY exposure groups, when compared to the reference group (7.3%). The odds ratio (adjusted for sex, age, race/ethnicity, BMI, and liver steatosis) for developing diabetes in the highest quartile of glyphosate exposure was 2.790 (95% CI 1.579-4.929) compared to the reference group. No association was found between uGLY and the prevalence of NAFLD, but there was a strong association between the prevalence of both diabetes and NAFLD. This study provides evidence that exposure to GLY is associated with the prevalence of diabetes through a mechanism that does not include the development of fatty liver. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation (May 21, 9:30am–3:00pm) Keywords: Glyphosate, Diabetes, Liver Steatosis SOURCE Form ID: 190 Presentation Type: Poster Presentation (May 21, 9:30am–3:00pm) Keywords: fitness application, physical activity, mental health SOURCE Form ID: 43
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