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Self-esteem and health indicators in Polish postmenopausal women

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Background: Aging populations face health and psychosocial challenges that can affect their quality of life. This study aimed to examine the relationship between self-esteem and selected health indicators among older women in Poland. Methods: Six hundred women aged 60+ attending Third Age Universities were surveyed. BMI, waist-to-hip ratio (WHR), daily physical activity (steps), fasting glucose and cholesterol levels, and self-esteem (Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale) were assessed. Results: < 0.05). Cholesterol levels showed no significant relationship. Conclusion: These findings suggest that maintaining a healthy lifestyle and metabolic balance may contribute to better psychological wellbeing for older women. Community-based physical activity initiatives may support psychological wellbeing among postmenopausal women.

Source: Frontiers in Nutrition

DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2025.1599776

Authors: Karolina Krupa-Kotara, Agnieszka Gdańska, Mateusz Grajek, Tuğrul Günay, Mateusz Rozmiarek

Institutions: Medical University of Silesia, Cracow School of Health Promotion, Cyprus Aydin University

Language: English

Topic: Menopause: Health Impacts and Treatments

Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,801