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Muscogiuri G, Barrea L, Cantone MC, Guarnotta V, Mazzilli R, Verde L, Vetrani C, Colao A, Faggiano A. Neuroendocrine Tumors: A Comprehensive Review on Nutritional Approaches. Cancers (Basel) 2022; 14:cancers14184402. [PMID: 36139562 PMCID: PMC9496842 DOI: 10.3390/cancers14184402] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2022] [Revised: 08/29/2022] [Accepted: 09/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Neuroendocrine neoplasms are a heterogeneous group of neoplasms with increasing incidence, high prevalence, and survival worldwide. About 90% of cases are well differentiated forms, the so-called neuroendocrine tumors (NETs), with slow proliferation rates and prolonged survival but frequent development of liver metastases and endocrine syndromes. Both the tumor itself and systemic therapy may have an impact on patient nutrition. Malnutrition has a negative impact on outcome in patients with NETs, as well as obesity. In addition, obesity and metabolic syndrome have been shown to be risk factors for both the development and prognosis of NET. Therefore, dietary assessment based on body composition and lifestyle modifications should be an integral part of the treatment of NET patients. Nutrition plans, properly formulated by a dietician, are an integral part of the multidisciplinary treatment team for patients with NETs because they allow an improvement in quality of life, providing a tailored approach based on nutritional needs and nutritional manageable signs and/or symptoms related to pharmacological treatment. The aim of this review is to condense the latest evidence on the role of the most used dietary models, the Mediterranean diet, the ketogenic diet, and intermittent fasting, in the context of NETs, while considering the clinical and molecular mechanisms by which these dietary models act.
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- Giovanna Muscogiuri
- Centro Italiano per la cura e il Benessere del Paziente con Obesità (C.I.B.O), Unità di Endocrinologia, Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Chirurgia, Università Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
- Unità di Endocrinologia, Diabetologia ed Andrologia, Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Chirurgia, Università Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
- Cattedra Unesco “Educazione alla Salute e allo Sviluppo Sostenibile”, Università Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-0817463779; Fax: +39-081-746-3688
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- Centro Italiano per la cura e il Benessere del Paziente con Obesità (C.I.B.O), Unità di Endocrinologia, Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Chirurgia, Università Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
- Dipartimento di Scienze Umanistiche, Università Telematica Pegaso, Via Porzio, Centro Direzionale, Isola F2, 80143 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology and Translational Medicine (BIOMETRA), University of Milan, 20157 Milan, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Promozione della Salute, Materno-Infantile, Medicina Interna e Specialistica di Eccellenza “G. D’Alessandro” (PROMISE), Sezione di Malattie Endocrine, del Ricambio e della Nutrizione, Università di Palermo, 90127 Palermo, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Sant’Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Centro Italiano per la cura e il Benessere del Paziente con Obesità (C.I.B.O), Unità di Endocrinologia, Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Chirurgia, Università Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Unità di Endocrinologia, Diabetologia ed Andrologia, Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Chirurgia, Università Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
- Cattedra Unesco “Educazione alla Salute e allo Sviluppo Sostenibile”, Università Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Centro Italiano per la cura e il Benessere del Paziente con Obesità (C.I.B.O), Unità di Endocrinologia, Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Chirurgia, Università Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
- Unità di Endocrinologia, Diabetologia ed Andrologia, Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Chirurgia, Università Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
- Cattedra Unesco “Educazione alla Salute e allo Sviluppo Sostenibile”, Università Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Sant’Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, 00185 Rome, Italy
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Ianiro G, Punčochář M, Karcher N, Porcari S, Armanini F, Asnicar F, Beghini F, Blanco-Míguez A, Cumbo F, Manghi P, Pinto F, Masucci L, Quaranta G, De Giorgi S, Sciumè GD, Bibbò S, Del Chierico F, Putignani L, Sanguinetti M, Gasbarrini A, Valles-Colomer M, Cammarota G, Segata N. Variability of strain engraftment and predictability of microbiome composition after fecal microbiota transplantation across different diseases. Nat Med 2022; 28:1913-1923. [PMID: 36109637 PMCID: PMC9499858 DOI: 10.1038/s41591-022-01964-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 108] [Impact Index Per Article: 54.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2021] [Accepted: 07/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is highly effective against recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection and is considered a promising treatment for other microbiome-related disorders, but a comprehensive understanding of microbial engraftment dynamics is lacking, which prevents informed applications of this therapeutic approach. Here, we performed an integrated shotgun metagenomic systematic meta-analysis of new and publicly available stool microbiomes collected from 226 triads of donors, pre-FMT recipients and post-FMT recipients across eight different disease types. By leveraging improved metagenomic strain-profiling to infer strain sharing, we found that recipients with higher donor strain engraftment were more likely to experience clinical success after FMT (P = 0.017) when evaluated across studies. Considering all cohorts, increased engraftment was noted in individuals receiving FMT from multiple routes (for example, both via capsules and colonoscopy during the same treatment) as well as in antibiotic-treated recipients with infectious diseases compared with antibiotic-naïve patients with noncommunicable diseases. Bacteroidetes and Actinobacteria species (including Bifidobacteria) displayed higher engraftment than Firmicutes except for six under-characterized Firmicutes species. Cross-dataset machine learning predicted the presence or absence of species in the post-FMT recipient at 0.77 average AUROC in leave-one-dataset-out evaluation, and highlighted the relevance of microbial abundance, prevalence and taxonomy to infer post-FMT species presence. By exploring the dynamics of microbiome engraftment after FMT and their association with clinical variables, our study uncovered species-specific engraftment patterns and presented machine learning models able to predict donors that might optimize post-FMT specific microbiome characteristics for disease-targeted FMT protocols.
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- Gianluca Ianiro
- Digestive Disease Center, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario 'A. Gemelli' IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
- Department of Translational Medicine and Surgery, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
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- Digestive Disease Center, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario 'A. Gemelli' IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Department of Translational Medicine and Surgery, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department CIBIO, University of Trento, Trento, Italy
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- Department CIBIO, University of Trento, Trento, Italy
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- Microbiology Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario 'A. Gemelli' IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Department of Basic Biotechnological Sciences, Intensivological and Perioperative Clinics, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Microbiology Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario 'A. Gemelli' IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Department of Basic Biotechnological Sciences, Intensivological and Perioperative Clinics, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Digestive Disease Center, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario 'A. Gemelli' IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Department of Translational Medicine and Surgery, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Digestive Disease Center, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario 'A. Gemelli' IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Department of Translational Medicine and Surgery, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Digestive Disease Center, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario 'A. Gemelli' IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Department of Translational Medicine and Surgery, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Laboratory Medicine, Unit of Parasitology and Multimodal Laboratory Medicine Research Area, Unit of Human Microbiome, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Laboratory Medicine, Unit of Parasitology and Multimodal Laboratory Medicine Research Area, Unit of Human Microbiome, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Microbiology Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario 'A. Gemelli' IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Department of Basic Biotechnological Sciences, Intensivological and Perioperative Clinics, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Digestive Disease Center, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario 'A. Gemelli' IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Department of Translational Medicine and Surgery, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Digestive Disease Center, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario 'A. Gemelli' IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Department of Translational Medicine and Surgery, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department CIBIO, University of Trento, Trento, Italy.
- IEO, Istituto Europeo di Oncologia IRCSS, Milan, Italy.
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Barrea L, Vetrani C, Caprio M, Cataldi M, Ghoch ME, Elce A, Camajani E, Verde L, Savastano S, Colao A, Muscogiuri G. From the Ketogenic Diet to the Mediterranean Diet: The Potential Dietary Therapy in Patients with Obesity after CoVID-19 Infection (Post CoVID Syndrome). Curr Obes Rep 2022; 11:144-165. [PMID: 35524067 PMCID: PMC9075143 DOI: 10.1007/s13679-022-00475-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/17/2022] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW This review primarily examines the evidence for areas of consensus and on-going uncertainty or controversy about diet and physical exercise approaches for in the post-CoVID. We propose an ideal dietary and physical activity approach that the patient with obesity should follow after CoVID-19 infection in order to reduce the clinical conditions associated with post-CoVID syndrome. RECENT FINDINGS The CoVID-19 disease pandemic, caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2, has spread all over the globe, infecting hundreds of millions of individuals and causing millions of death. It is also known to be is associated with several medical and psychological complications, especially in patients with obesity and weight-related disorders who in general pose a significant global public health problem, and in specific affected individuals are on a greater risk of developing poorer CoVID-19 clinical outcomes and experience a higher rate of mortality. Little is still known about the best nutritional approach to be adopted in this disease especially in the patients post-CoVID syndrome. To the best of our knowledge, no specific nutritional recommendations exist to manage in the patients post-CoVID syndrome. We report a presentation of nutritional therapeutic approach based on a ketogenic diet protocol followed by a transition to the Mediterranean diet in patients post-infection by CoVID, combined to a physical activity program to address conditions associated with post-CoVID syndrome.
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- Luigi Barrea
- Dipartimento Di Scienze Umanistiche, Centro Direzionale, Università Telematica Pegaso, Via Porzio, isola F2, 80143, Napoli, Italy.
- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Endocrinology Unit, Centro Italiano Per La Cura E Il Benessere del Paziente Con Obesità (C.I.B.O), University Medical School of Naples, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Endocrinology Unit, Centro Italiano Per La Cura E Il Benessere del Paziente Con Obesità (C.I.B.O), University Medical School of Naples, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
- Dipartimento Di Medicina Clinica E Chirurgia, Unit of Endocrinology, Federico II University Medical School of Naples, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Laboratory of Cardiovascular Endocrinology, IRCCS San Raffaele Roma, 00166, Rome, Italy
- Department of Human Sciences and Promotion of the Quality of Life, San Raffaele Roma Open University, 00166, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Medicine and Dentistry, Section of Pharmacology, Medical School of Naples, Federico II University, 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Sciences, Beirut Arab University, P.O. Box 11-5020, Riad El Solh, Beirut, 11072809, Lebanon
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- Dipartimento Di Scienze Umanistiche, Centro Direzionale, Università Telematica Pegaso, Via Porzio, isola F2, 80143, Napoli, Italy
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- Department of Human Sciences and Promotion of the Quality of Life, San Raffaele Roma Open University, 00166, Rome, Italy
- PhD Programme in Endocrinological Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, 00161, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Endocrinology Unit, Centro Italiano Per La Cura E Il Benessere del Paziente Con Obesità (C.I.B.O), University Medical School of Naples, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
- Dipartimento Di Medicina Clinica E Chirurgia, Unit of Endocrinology, Federico II University Medical School of Naples, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Endocrinology Unit, Centro Italiano Per La Cura E Il Benessere del Paziente Con Obesità (C.I.B.O), University Medical School of Naples, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
- Dipartimento Di Medicina Clinica E Chirurgia, Unit of Endocrinology, Federico II University Medical School of Naples, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Endocrinology Unit, Centro Italiano Per La Cura E Il Benessere del Paziente Con Obesità (C.I.B.O), University Medical School of Naples, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
- Dipartimento Di Medicina Clinica E Chirurgia, Unit of Endocrinology, Federico II University Medical School of Naples, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
- Cattedra Unesco "Educazione Alla Salute E Allo Sviluppo Sostenibile", University Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Endocrinology Unit, Centro Italiano Per La Cura E Il Benessere del Paziente Con Obesità (C.I.B.O), University Medical School of Naples, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
- Dipartimento Di Medicina Clinica E Chirurgia, Unit of Endocrinology, Federico II University Medical School of Naples, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
- Cattedra Unesco "Educazione Alla Salute E Allo Sviluppo Sostenibile", University Federico II, Naples, Italy
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Aureli V, Nardi A, Peluso D, Scognamiglio U, Rossi L. Consumers' Attitude towards Sustainability in Italy: Process of Validation of a Duly Designed Questionnaire. Foods 2022; 11:2629. [PMID: 36076814 PMCID: PMC9455261 DOI: 10.3390/foods11172629] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2022] [Revised: 08/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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This study aimed to describe the process of validation of a questionnaire assessing Italian consumers’ perception of food sustainability. The study has a multiphase design. Phase 1 consisted in translating and structuring the questionnaire. Phase 2 aimed at assessing the validity of the content by experts. Phase 3 consisted of a pilot study (n = 150) carried out to revise the questionnaire based on the reactions of consumers representing the target group of the assessment. The questionnaire showed adequate content validity for 11 out of 14 questions (>0.79) and S-CVI/Ave > 0.80. Cronbach’s alpha values ranged from 0.08 to 0.90. The construct with insufficient results (0.08) was changed because it failed to correlate with the rest of the questionnaire. The factor analysis permitted the identification of questions that needed improvement in terms of comprehensibility, elimination of redundancies, and repetitions. The validated questionnaire included 12 questions (71 response options); 3 sections were identified: food sustainability knowledge (4 questions-30 items); sources of proteins alternative to meat (3 questions-20 items); eating behaviors (5 questions-21 items). This study showed the importance of validation before the administration on a large scale of a questionnaire on a topic such as sustainability still lacking large support from consensus documents.
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- Vittoria Aureli
- CREA Council for Agricultural Research and Economics-Research Centre for Food and Nutrition, 00178 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Mathematics, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”, 00133 Rome, Italy
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- Bioinformatics e Biostatistics Unit, Istituto di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico (IRCCS) Fondazione Santa Lucia, 00179 Rome, Italy
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- CREA Council for Agricultural Research and Economics-Research Centre for Food and Nutrition, 00178 Rome, Italy
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- CREA Council for Agricultural Research and Economics-Research Centre for Food and Nutrition, 00178 Rome, Italy
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Cruz N, Flores M, Urquiaga I, Ávila F. Modulation of 1,2-Dicarbonyl Compounds in Postprandial Responses Mediated by Food Bioactive Components and Mediterranean Diet. Antioxidants (Basel) 2022; 11:1513. [PMID: 36009232 PMCID: PMC9405221 DOI: 10.3390/antiox11081513] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2022] [Revised: 07/16/2022] [Accepted: 07/26/2022] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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Glycoxidative stress with the consequent generation of advanced glycation end products has been implied in the etiology of numerous non-communicable chronic diseases. During the postprandial state, the levels of 1,2-dicarbonyl compounds can increase, depending on numerous factors, including characteristics of the subjects mainly related to glucose metabolism disorders and nutritional status, as well as properties related to the chemical composition of meals, including macronutrient composition and the presence of dietary bioactive molecules and macromolecules. In this review, we examine the chemical, biochemical, and physiological pathways that contribute to postprandial generation of 1,2-dicarbonyl compounds. The modulation of postprandial 1,2-dicarbonyl compounds is discussed in terms of biochemical pathways regulating the levels of these compounds, as well as the effect of phenolic compounds, dietary fiber, and dietary patterns, such as Mediterranean and Western diets.
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- Nadia Cruz
- Escuela de Nutrición y Dietética, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Talca, Campus Lircay, Talca 3460000, Chile;
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- Departamento de Ciencias Básicas, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad Santo Tomás, Talca 3460000, Chile;
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- Center for Molecular Nutrition and Chronic Diseases, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Casilla 114-D, Santiago 8331150, Chile;
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- Escuela de Nutrición y Dietética, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Talca, Campus Lircay, Talca 3460000, Chile;
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Finicelli M, Di Salle A, Galderisi U, Peluso G. The Mediterranean Diet: An Update of the Clinical Trials. Nutrients 2022; 14:nu14142956. [PMID: 35889911 PMCID: PMC9317652 DOI: 10.3390/nu14142956] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 31.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2022] [Revised: 07/18/2022] [Accepted: 07/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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The Mediterranean Diet (MedDiet) is a term used to identify a dietary pattern originating from the unique multi-millennial interplay between natural food resources and the eating practices of people living in the Mediterranean basin. Scientific evidence has described the healthy properties of the MedDiet and its beneficial role in several pathological conditions. Nevertheless, current socio-economic trends have moved people away from this healthy lifestyle. Thus, clinical and biological evidence supporting the benefits of the MedDiet is needed to overcome these limitations. Clinical nutrition research examines the effects of dietary interventions on biological or health-related outcomes in a determined study population. The evidence produced by these studies is useful for dietary guidance and public health messaging. We provided an update of the clinical trials registered on the database clinicaltrials.gov evaluating the effects of the MedDiet on health and specific diseases. Our findings revealed an increased number of clinical trials in the last decade and found that most disease-related studies focused on cardiovascular diseases, metabolic diseases, and cancer. The majority of MedDiet’s beneficial effects could be primarily related to its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties as well as the effectiveness of this dietary pattern in controlling waist circumference and obesity. Moreover, strict and long-lasting adherence to the MedDiet as well as the beneficial effects of specific components (e.g., olive oil or its polyphenols) seem to emerge as useful insights for interventional improvements. These findings present further insights into the MedDiet’s resources and how it could strengthen overall public health.
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- Mauro Finicelli
- Research Institute on Terrestrial Ecosystems (IRET), National Research Council of Italy (CNR), Via Pietro Castellino 111, 80131 Naples, Italy;
- Correspondence: (M.F.); (G.P.); Tel.: +39-081-6132-553 (M.F.); +39-081-6132-280 (G.P.)
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- Research Institute on Terrestrial Ecosystems (IRET), National Research Council of Italy (CNR), Via Pietro Castellino 111, 80131 Naples, Italy;
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Via Santa Maria di Costantinopoli 16, 80138 Naples, Italy;
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- Research Institute on Terrestrial Ecosystems (IRET), National Research Council of Italy (CNR), Via Pietro Castellino 111, 80131 Naples, Italy;
- Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, Saint Camillus International University of Health Sciences, Via di Sant’Alessandro 8, 00131 Rome, Italy
- Correspondence: (M.F.); (G.P.); Tel.: +39-081-6132-553 (M.F.); +39-081-6132-280 (G.P.)
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Béjar LM. Weekend-Weekday Differences in Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet among Spanish University Students. Nutrients 2022; 14:nu14142811. [PMID: 35889767 PMCID: PMC9317012 DOI: 10.3390/nu14142811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2022] [Revised: 07/03/2022] [Accepted: 07/06/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Daily routines may influence eating patterns; however, differences in intake on weekdays and at weekends have rarely been explored. Furthermore, these differences have not been analyzed among university students (a particularly interesting group among the younger generations). The aim of the study was to evaluate weekend−weekday variation in the Mediterranean diet among Spanish university students, while investigating the potential influence of age, gender, studies, body mass index, smoking status and physical activity status. A repeated-measurement 28-day cross-sectional observational study with self-reported dietary intake collected using the e12HR app was conducted. There were 361 participants: average age 20.6 years; 72.9% women; 58.2% students of Pharmacy; average BMI 21.9 kg/m2; 91.4% nonsmokers; 77.6% performed ≥150 min/week of physical activity. Outcome measurements were adherence to the Mediterranean diet (AMD) index and percentage of participants meeting recommendations for each food group on weekdays and at weekends. In all subgroups, Spanish university students’ global diet was associated with low AMD, with poorer diet quality (>12% reductions in mean scores of AMD index and >26% reductions in adequate adherence scores (≥9)) at weekends. In conclusion, weekend health behaviors of Spanish university students displayed less favorable eating behavior, making the weekend an important target for public health interventions aiming to improve dietary intake.
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- Luis M Béjar
- Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, School of Medicine, University of Seville, 41004 Seville, Spain
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Eating Habits among US Firefighters and Association with Cardiometabolic Outcomes. Nutrients 2022; 14:nu14132762. [PMID: 35807942 PMCID: PMC9268786 DOI: 10.3390/nu14132762] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Revised: 06/22/2022] [Accepted: 06/23/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of on-duty mortality among firefighters, with obesity as an important risk factor. However, little is known regarding the dietary patterns which are characteristic in this population and how these patterns relate to cardiometabolic outcomes. The aim of this study was to identify the dietary patterns of US firefighters and examine their association with cardiometabolic outcomes. The participants (n = 413) were from the Indianapolis Fire Department, and were recruited for a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)-sponsored Mediterranean diet intervention study. All of the participants underwent physical and medical examinations, routine laboratory tests, resting electrocardiograms, and maximal treadmill exercise testing. A comprehensive food frequency questionnaire was administered, and dietary patterns were derived using principal component analysis. The mean body mass index (BMI) was 30.0 ± 4.5 kg/m2 and the percentage of body fat was 28.1 ± 6.6%. Using principal component analysis, two dietary patterns were identified, namely a Mediterranean diet and a Standard American diet. Following the adjustment for gender, BMI, maximal oxygen consumption (VO2 max), max metabolic equivalents (METS), age, and body fat percent, the Mediterranean diet was positively associated with high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol (β = 1.20, p = 0.036) in linear regression models. The Standard American diet was associated with an increase in low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (β = −3.76, p = 0.022). In conclusion, the Mediterranean diet was associated with more favorable cardiometabolic profiles, whereas the Standard American diet had an inverse association. These findings could help in providing adequate nutrition recommendations for US firefighters to improve their health.
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Therapeutic Benefits and Dietary Restrictions of Fiber Intake: A State of the Art Review. Nutrients 2022; 14:nu14132641. [PMID: 35807822 PMCID: PMC9268622 DOI: 10.3390/nu14132641] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 21.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2022] [Revised: 06/21/2022] [Accepted: 06/23/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Throughout history, malnutrition and deficiency diseases have been a problem for our planet’s population. A balanced diet significantly influences everyone’s health, and fiber intake appears to play a more important role than previously thought. The natural dietary fibers are a category of carbohydrates in the constitution of plants that are not completely digested in the human intestine. High-fiber foods, such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains, have consistently been highly beneficial to health and effectively reduced the risk of disease. Although the mode of action of dietary fiber in the consumer body is not fully understood, nutritionists and health professionals unanimously recognize the therapeutic benefits. This paper presents the fiber consumption in different countries, the metabolism of fiber and the range of health benefits associated with fiber intake. In addition, the influence of fiber intake on the intestinal microbiome, metabolic diseases (obesity and diabetes), neurological aspects, cardiovascular diseases, autoimmune diseases and cancer prevention are discussed. Finally, dietary restrictions and excess fiber are addressed, which can cause episodes of diarrhea and dehydration and increase the likelihood of bloating and flatulence or even bowel obstruction. However, extensive studies are needed regarding the composition and required amount of fiber in relation to the metabolism of saprotrophic microorganisms from the enteral level and the benefits of the various pathologies with which they can be correlated.
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Consumption of oils and anthocyanins may positively modulate PPAR-γ expression in chronic non-communicable diseases: a systematic review. Nutr Res 2022; 105:66-76. [DOI: 10.1016/j.nutres.2022.06.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2021] [Revised: 06/07/2022] [Accepted: 06/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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A diet rich in fruit and whole grains is associated with a low risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus: findings from a case-control study in South China. Public Health Nutr 2022; 25:1492-1503. [PMID: 33317646 PMCID: PMC9991751 DOI: 10.1017/s1368980020004930] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Various foods are associated with or protect against type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). This study was to examine the associations of foods and food patterns with the risk of T2DM in South China. DESIGN Case-control study. SETTING The dietary patterns were identified by a principal components factor analysis. Univariable and multivariable conditional logistic regression analyses were used to analyse the associations between food groups and dietary patterns and the risk of T2DM. PARTICIPANTS A total of 384 patients with T2DM and 768 controls. RESULTS After adjustment for total energy intake, the standard intake of grains (228·3 ± 71·9 v. 238·8 ± 73·1 g/d, P = 0·025) and fruits (109 ± 90 v. 145 ± 108 g/d, P < 0·001) were lower in T2DM than in controls. Four dietary patterns were identified: (1) high light-coloured vegetables and low grains, (2) high fruits, (3) high red meat and low grains and (4) high dark-coloured vegetable. After adjustment for covariables, multivariable conditional logistic regression analyses showed significant dose-dependent inverse associations between total fruit intake, whole grains intake and the score of the high-fruit dietary pattern (all Pfor trend < 0·001) and the risk of T2DM. The adjusted OR (95 % CI) for T2DM comparing the extreme quartiles were 0·46 (0·29, 0·76) for total fruits, 0·48(0·31, 0·77) for whole grains and 0·42 (0·26, 0·68) for the high-fruit dietary pattern, respectively. Similar associations were observed for all subgroups of fruits (dark-colour and light-colour). CONCLUSION In South China, a diet rich in fruit and whole grains is associated with lower risk of T2DM.
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Abuarab SF, Talib WH. Immunomodulatory and Anticancer Activities of Barley Bran Grown in Jordan: An in vitro and in vivo Study. Front Nutr 2022; 9:838373. [PMID: 35662936 PMCID: PMC9159360 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.838373] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2021] [Accepted: 03/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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The Mediterranean diet is regarded as one of the most healthful dietary patterns in the world, owing to a combination of foods high in antioxidants and anticancer constituents. Barley bran is one of the components of the Mediterranean diet. It has nutritional and beneficial effects in different pathological conditions. Many studies were achieved to assess the nutritious values of barley bran, but there is no research indicating immunomodulatory and anticancer activities of barley bran grown in Jordan. The present study aims to examine and assess the potential immunomodulatory and anti-tumor activities of ethanol, n-hexane, aqueous/methanol, and water extracts obtained from barley bran. The Maceration method was utilized to prepare ethanol, n-hexane, aqueous/methanol, and water extracts. Various phytochemical groups were determined by using qualitative phytochemical tests. The antiproliferative activity of extracts was determined against MCF-7, HCT-116, A549, and EMT6/p by the MTT assay. The Folin-Ciocalteu reagent was used to detect the total phenolic content in extracts. Furthermore, immunomodulatory activity was assessed by determining the effect of extracts on splenocytes proliferation in the presence and absence of mitogens. The nitro blue tetrazolium assay and the neutral red method were used to assess the effect of each extract on the phagocytic activity of macrophages and pinocytosis, respectively. For the in vivo part, three different concentrations (10, 20, and 30% w/v) of barley bran were used to test the prophylactic effect in four Balb/C mice groups inoculated with EMT6/p cell-line subcutaneously. Also, serum samples were collected to assess the effect on cytokines (IFN-gamma, IL-2, IL-4, and IL-10). Barley bran extracts inhibited cancer cell proliferation. According to immunoassays, n-hexane and aqueous/methanol extracts could significantly rise lymphocyte proliferation and pinocytosis activity of macrophages. The activity of phagocytosis was increased by n-hexane and ethanol extracts. For the in vivo part, the average tumor size and weight of mice given the 30% barley bran group was significantly reduced (p < 0.05) compared with the control group. During our study, higher levels of TH1 cytokines (IFN- γ, IL-2) and lower levels of TH2 cytokine (IL-4) and T regulatory cytokine (IL-10) were obtained due to consumption of barley bran in food. Barley bran can be used as a prophylactic agent because it has anti-cancer and immunomodulatory activities.
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Therapeutic, Applied Science Private University, Amman, Jordan
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Du H, Cao T, Lu X, Zhang T, Luo B, Li Z. Mediterranean Diet Patterns in Relation to Lung Cancer Risk: A Meta-Analysis. Front Nutr 2022; 9:844382. [PMID: 35495942 PMCID: PMC9039180 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.844382] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2021] [Accepted: 02/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Background We systematically quantified the currently inconclusive association between Mediterranean diet patterns and the risk of lung cancer. Methods We searched the PubMed, Cochrane, Database of Abstracts of Reviews of Effects (DARE) and Web of Science electronic databases to identify relevant articles published before October 2021. We used the Newcastle–Ottawa scale to assess the quality of the published research and a random-effects model to estimate the aggregate hazard ratios and 95% CIs. As a result of significant heterogeneity, we performed subgroup analysis, meta-regression analysis, and sensitivity analysis. Where data were available, we also performed a dose–response analysis. Results Nine articles were included in the meta-analysis. The meta-analysis showed that there was a significant negative correlation between Mediterranean diet patterns and the risk of lung cancer in the general population with a hazard ratio of 0.82, a 95% CI of 0.74–0.92, and a high heterogeneity (I2 = 59.9%, P < 0.05). As a result of the significant heterogeneity, we conducted subgroup analysis, meta-regression analysis, and sensitivity analysis and found that the study design was the source of the heterogeneity. Subgroup analysis and sensitivity analysis showed that the final results did not change very much, the sensitivity was low and the results were relatively stable. The dose–response relationship showed that, based on the lowest Mediterranean diet score (0 points), for every three-point increase, the risk of lung cancer was reduced by 9%. Conclusion The evidence in this meta-analysis shows that there is a significant negative correlation between Mediterranean diet patterns and the risk of lung cancer, suggesting that Mediterranean diets are a protective factor in lung cancer.
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- Hongzhen Du
- Department of Nutrition, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China.,Hebei Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutrition and Health, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Nutrition, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Nutrition, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China.,Hebei Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutrition and Health, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Nutrition, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China.,Hebei Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutrition and Health, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Nutrition, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China.,Hebei Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutrition and Health, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Nutrition, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China.,Hebei Provincial Key Laboratory of Nutrition and Health, Shijiazhuang, China
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Mei S, Ding J, Wang K, Ni Z, Yu J. Mediterranean Diet Combined With a Low-Carbohydrate Dietary Pattern in the Treatment of Overweight Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients. Front Nutr 2022; 9:876620. [PMID: 35445067 PMCID: PMC9014200 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.876620] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2022] [Accepted: 03/07/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Objectives To determine the therapeutic effect of a Mediterranean diet (MED) combined with a low-carbohydrate (LC) dietary model in overweight polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) patients. Methods In this 12-week randomized controlled clinical trial, 72 overweight patients with PCOS were randomly assigned to one of two energy-restricted dietary models: the MED/LC diet or the Low fat (LF) diet. After the intervention, the number of the two groups returned to normal menstruation was counted. Body weight, body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, waist-hip ratio (WHR), body fat percentage (BF%), serum fasting insulin(FINS), fasting plasma glucose(FPG), insulin resistance index (HOMA-IR), quantitative insulin sensitivity index (QUIKI), total cholesterol (TC) and high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), triglyceride (TG), total testosterone (TT), luteinizing hormone (LH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), and prolactin (PRL) were compared between 2 groups before and after intervention. Results MED/LC group had more significant reduction trend in weight (−6.10 ± 1.52 kg vs −4.79 ± 0.97 kg, P < 0.05), BMI (−2.12 ± 0.57 kg/m2 vs −1.78 ± 0.36 kg/m2, P < 0.05), WC (−6.12 ± 5.95 cm vs −3.90 ± 1.58 cm, P < 0.05), WHR (−0.06 ± 0.02 vs −0.03 ± 0.02, P < 0.05), BF% (−2.97% ± 1.78% vs −1.19% ± 0.91%, P < 0.05), TT (−0.20 ± 0.24 ng/mL vs 0.08 ± 0.11 ng/Ml, P < 0.001), LH (−5.28 ± 3.31 mIU/mL vs −3.39 ± 3.64 mIU/mL, P < 0.05), and LH/FSH (−1.18 ± 0.75 vs -0.66 ± 1.05, P < 0.05) compared with the LF group. In addition, FPG (0.05 ± 0.38 mmol/mL vs -0.50 ± 1.01 mmol/mL, P < 0.001), FINS (−4.88 ± 6.11 μU/mL vs −8.53 ± 5.61 μU/mL, P < 0.01), HOMA-IR index (−1.11 ± 1.51 vs −2.23 ± 0.25, P < 0.05), and QUIKI index (0.014 ± 0.016 vs 0.028 ± 0.019, P < 0.05) decreased significantly in the MED/LC group compared with the LF group. Comparing the changes in lipid parameters between the two groups (LF vs MED/LC), significant differences in TG (−0.33 ± 0.32 mmol vs −0.76 ± 0.97 mmol, P < 0.05), TC (−0.40 ± 1.00 mmol vs −1.45 ± 2.00 mmol, P < 0.05), and LDL-C (−0.41 ± 1.05 mmol vs −0.73 ± 0.76 mmol, P < 0.05) were observed. Conclusion The results of this study suggest that the MED/LC diet model is a good treatment for overweight PCOS patients, significantly restoring their menstrual cycle, improving their anthropometric parameters and correcting their disturbed endocrine levels, and its overall effectiveness is significantly better than the LF diet model. Therefore, this study recommends that the MED/LC diet model can be used in the clinical treatment of patients with overweight PCOS.
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- Shanshan Mei
- Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China.,Department of Gynecology of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changhai Hospital of PLA Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gynecology of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changhai Hospital of PLA Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gynecology of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changhai Hospital of PLA Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gynecology of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changhai Hospital of PLA Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gynecology of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changhai Hospital of PLA Military Medical University, Shanghai, China.,International Peace Maternity and Child Health Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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Harriden B, D'Cunha NM, Kellett J, Isbel S, Panagiotakos DB, Naumovski N. Are dietary patterns becoming more processed? The effects of different dietary patterns on cognition: A review. Nutr Health 2022; 28:341-356. [PMID: 35450490 DOI: 10.1177/02601060221094129] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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Background: Identifying dietary patterns that promote healthy aging has become increasingly important due to changes in food processing and consumption of processed foods. Recently, the effects of these foods and unhealthy dietary patterns on cognitive function have become more widely recognized. Aim: The aim of this review is to discuss the association between various dietary patterns and cognition in older age, while also highlighting growing evidence that ultra processed food (UPF) may negatively impact healthy aging. Methods: We have performed a non-systematic literature review searches in Google Scholar electronic database with pre-defined terms relating to UPF, diet, dietary patterns, cognition and ageing. Results: The most prevalent diets in the literature include the Western, Mediterranean, Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension (DASH), Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurogenerative Delay (MIND), Japanese, Nordic, and plant-based diets. Based on the findings, higher intakes of fresh fruit and vegetables, wholegrains and oily fish are common components of dietary patterns that are positively associated with better cognitive function. In contrast, the characteristics of a Western style dietary pattern, consisting of high amounts of UPF's, are increasing in many countries even where the staple dietary pattern was identified as healthy (i.e. Japan). Conclusion: The consumption of UPF, classified by the NOVA food classification system as industrially manufactured foods containing high levels of starches, vegetable oils, sugar, emulsifiers, and foods additives, has a negative impact on the overall nutritional quality of individual diets.
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- Brittany Harriden
- Faculty of Health, 110446University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia.,Functional Foods and Nutrition Research (FFNR) Laboratory, University of Canberra, Bruce, Ngunnawal Country, ACT, Australia
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- Faculty of Health, 110446University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia.,Functional Foods and Nutrition Research (FFNR) Laboratory, University of Canberra, Bruce, Ngunnawal Country, ACT, Australia
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- Faculty of Health, 110446University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia.,Functional Foods and Nutrition Research (FFNR) Laboratory, University of Canberra, Bruce, Ngunnawal Country, ACT, Australia.,Department of Nutrition-Dietetics, School of Health and Education, 68996Harokopio University, Athens, Greece
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- Faculty of Health, 110446University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia.,Functional Foods and Nutrition Research (FFNR) Laboratory, University of Canberra, Bruce, Ngunnawal Country, ACT, Australia
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- Faculty of Health, 110446University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia.,Functional Foods and Nutrition Research (FFNR) Laboratory, University of Canberra, Bruce, Ngunnawal Country, ACT, Australia.,Department of Nutrition-Dietetics, School of Health and Education, 68996Harokopio University, Athens, Greece
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- Faculty of Health, 110446University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia.,Functional Foods and Nutrition Research (FFNR) Laboratory, University of Canberra, Bruce, Ngunnawal Country, ACT, Australia.,Department of Nutrition-Dietetics, School of Health and Education, 68996Harokopio University, Athens, Greece
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Ojeda-Granados C, Barchitta M, La Rosa MC, La Mastra C, Roman S, Panduro A, Agodi A, Maugeri A. Evaluating Dietary Patterns in Women from Southern Italy and Western Mexico. Nutrients 2022; 14:1603. [PMID: 35458165 PMCID: PMC9027885 DOI: 10.3390/nu14081603] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2022] [Revised: 03/31/2022] [Accepted: 04/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Traditional diets are known to be beneficial; however, both Italian and Mexican populations are gradually moving away from the Mediterranean and traditional Mexican diets. Since women play a key role in safeguarding dietary traditions and may reflect population dietary changes, we aimed to identify Italian and Mexican women’s current dietary patterns (DPs) and characterize their nutrient content. Cross-sectional analyses were separately conducted on two convenience samples of 811 women from Southern Italy and 215 women from Western Mexico. Food frequency questionnaires, 24 h recalls, and a principal component analysis (PCA) approach were used to derive a posteriori DPs. In Italian women, the first DP was characterized by the consumption of legumes, vegetables, and fish (8.8% of the total variance), while the second DP was characterized by snack foods, processed meats, and non-olive oils. In Mexican women, the first DP was characterized by the consumption of meats and processed foods (12.6% of the total variance), while the second DP by fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. In both populations, adhering to the DPs rich in healthy foods (i.e., fruits, vegetables, legumes, and fish) was associated with a higher quality of diet in terms on nutrient content. However, adherence to the Western-type DPs was more common among women of younger age (p < 0.035). Thus, more extraordinary efforts are needed in promoting each country’s traditional healthy diet, especially among the new generations.
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- Claudia Ojeda-Granados
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies “GF Ingrassia”, University of Catania, 95123 Catania, Italy; (C.O.-G.); (M.B.); (M.C.L.R.); (C.L.M.); (A.M.)
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies “GF Ingrassia”, University of Catania, 95123 Catania, Italy; (C.O.-G.); (M.B.); (M.C.L.R.); (C.L.M.); (A.M.)
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies “GF Ingrassia”, University of Catania, 95123 Catania, Italy; (C.O.-G.); (M.B.); (M.C.L.R.); (C.L.M.); (A.M.)
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies “GF Ingrassia”, University of Catania, 95123 Catania, Italy; (C.O.-G.); (M.B.); (M.C.L.R.); (C.L.M.); (A.M.)
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- Department of Genomic Medicine in Hepatology, Civil Hospital of Guadalajara “Fray Antonio Alcalde”, Hospital #278, Col. El Retiro, Guadalajara 44280, Jalisco, Mexico; (S.R.); (A.P.)
- Health Sciences Center, University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, Jalisco, Mexico
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- Department of Genomic Medicine in Hepatology, Civil Hospital of Guadalajara “Fray Antonio Alcalde”, Hospital #278, Col. El Retiro, Guadalajara 44280, Jalisco, Mexico; (S.R.); (A.P.)
- Health Sciences Center, University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, Jalisco, Mexico
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies “GF Ingrassia”, University of Catania, 95123 Catania, Italy; (C.O.-G.); (M.B.); (M.C.L.R.); (C.L.M.); (A.M.)
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies “GF Ingrassia”, University of Catania, 95123 Catania, Italy; (C.O.-G.); (M.B.); (M.C.L.R.); (C.L.M.); (A.M.)
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The 90 plus: longevity and COVID-19 survival. Mol Psychiatry 2022; 27:1936-1944. [PMID: 35136227 DOI: 10.1038/s41380-022-01461-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2021] [Revised: 01/11/2022] [Accepted: 01/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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The world population is getting older and studies aiming to enhance our comprehension of the underlying mechanisms responsible for health span are of utmost interest for longevity and as a measure for health care. In this review, we summarized previous genetic association studies (GWAS) and next-generation sequencing (NGS) of elderly cohorts. We also present the updated hypothesis for the aging process, together with the factors associated with healthy aging. We discuss the relevance of studying older individuals and build databanks to characterize the presence and resistance against late-onset disorders. The identification of about 2 million novel variants in our cohort of more than 1000 elderly Brazilians illustrates the importance of studying highly admixed populations of non-European ancestry. Finally, the ascertainment of nonagenarians and particularly of centenarians who were recovered from COVID-19 or remained asymptomatic opens new avenues of research aiming to enhance our comprehension of biological mechanisms associated with resistance against pathogens.
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Kellow NJ, Le Cerf J, Horta F, Dordevic AL, Bennett CJ. The Effect of Dietary Patterns on Clinical Pregnancy and Live Birth Outcomes in Men and Women Receiving Assisted Reproductive Technologies: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Adv Nutr 2022; 13:857-874. [PMID: 35293975 PMCID: PMC9156378 DOI: 10.1093/advances/nmac023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2021] [Revised: 01/05/2022] [Accepted: 03/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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The nutritional status of reproductive-aged couples can have a significant impact on fertility status, but the effect of dietary patterns on pregnancy outcomes in people using assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs) is currently unknown. This review aimed to synthesize the published research investigating the relation between preconception dietary patterns and clinical pregnancy or live birth in men and women of reproductive age undergoing ART. Six electronic databases were systematically searched for original research published between January 1978 and June 2021. Original research reporting on the effect of predefined dietary patterns on either clinical pregnancy and/or live birth rates following in vitro fertilization (IVF) or intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) in men and women aged 18-49 y was eligible for inclusion. Studies were assessed for risk of bias according to the Cochrane guidelines. Included studies underwent qualitative and quantitative synthesis using random-effects model meta-analyses. Thirteen studies (12 cohort studies, 1 randomized controlled trial) reporting on 3638 participants (93% female) were included in the review. All studies had a moderate-high risk of bias. In individual studies, maternal adherence to 4 dietary patterns [Mediterranean diet (RR: 1.22; 95% CI: 1.05, 1.43), novel profertility diet (OR: 1.43; 95% CI: 1.19, 1.72), Iranian traditional medicine diet (OR: 3.9; 95% CI: 1.2, 12.8), Dutch national dietary recommendations diet (OR: 1.65; 95% CI: 1.08, 2.52)] was associated with increased likelihood of achieving a clinical pregnancy, while 2 dietary patterns [novel profertility diet (OR: 1.53; 95% CI: 1.26, 1.85), Mediterranean diet (RR: 1.25; 95% CI: 1.07, 1.45)] were associated with increased probability of live birth. Meta-analyses showed an association between adherence to the Mediterranean dietary pattern and live birth across 2 studies (OR: 1.98; 95% CI: 1.17, 3.35; I2 = 29%, n = 355), but no association with clinical pregnancy. As the relation between dietary patterns and ART outcomes is currently inconsistent, higher-quality nutrition research is required to further explore this emerging field of interest (PROSPERO registration: CRD42020188194).
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- Monash University Department of Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash Health Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia,Monash IVF, Clayton, Melbourne, Australia
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- Monash University Department of Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash University Department of Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Pitsillou E, Liang JJ, Beh RC, Prestedge J, Catak S, Hung A, Karagiannis TC. Identification of novel bioactive compounds from Olea europaea by evaluation of chemical compounds in the OliveNet™ library: in silico bioactivity and molecular modelling, and in vitro validation of hERG activity. Comput Biol Med 2022; 142:105247. [DOI: 10.1016/j.compbiomed.2022.105247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2021] [Revised: 01/18/2022] [Accepted: 01/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Martinovic D, Tokic D, Martinovic L, Vilovic M, Vrdoljak J, Kumric M, Bukic J, Ticinovic Kurir T, Tavra M, Bozic J. Adherence to Mediterranean Diet and Tendency to Orthorexia Nervosa in Professional Athletes. Nutrients 2022; 14:nu14020237. [PMID: 35057417 PMCID: PMC8779465 DOI: 10.3390/nu14020237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Revised: 01/02/2022] [Accepted: 01/03/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Among many lifestyle components that professional athletes have to follow, nutrition is gradually growing to be one of the key factors for achieving and maintaining optimal sport performance. The Mediterranean diet (MD) is recognized as one of the healthiest dietary patterns worldwide; however, data regarding adherence to the MD among professional athletes are still scarce. Moreover, with the imposed need for a healthy diet among professional athletes, orthorexia nervosa (ON) could become a rising issue. This cross-sectional study included 150 professional athletes and 150 matched recreational athletes from Croatia. Four questionnaires were used for the assessment: general information, a test for the diagnosis of ON (ORTO-15), the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) and the Mediterranean Diet Serving Score (MDSS). Significantly more professional athletes were adherent to the MD (p < 0.001) and had a tendency to ON (p < 0.001). Moreover, there was a significant negative correlation between the ORTO-15 score and the total MET min/week score (r = −0.524, p < 0.001) and a significant positive correlation between the MDSS score and the total MET min/week score in the professional athlete group (r = 0.478, p < 0.001). All of these results imply that professional athletes are more concentrated on their dietary patterns than recreational athletes, and that due to this dedication, they possibly have a higher adherence to the MD but also possibly a higher risk for developing ON. However, the association between ON and the MD should be further addressed in the future.
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- Dinko Martinovic
- Department of Pathophysiology, University of Split School of Medicine, 21000 Split, Croatia; (D.M.); (L.M.); (M.V.); (J.V.); (M.K.); (T.T.K.)
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, University Hospital of Split, 21000 Split, Croatia;
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- Department of Pathophysiology, University of Split School of Medicine, 21000 Split, Croatia; (D.M.); (L.M.); (M.V.); (J.V.); (M.K.); (T.T.K.)
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- Department of Pathophysiology, University of Split School of Medicine, 21000 Split, Croatia; (D.M.); (L.M.); (M.V.); (J.V.); (M.K.); (T.T.K.)
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- Department of Pathophysiology, University of Split School of Medicine, 21000 Split, Croatia; (D.M.); (L.M.); (M.V.); (J.V.); (M.K.); (T.T.K.)
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- Department of Pathophysiology, University of Split School of Medicine, 21000 Split, Croatia; (D.M.); (L.M.); (M.V.); (J.V.); (M.K.); (T.T.K.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Split School of Medicine, 21000 Split, Croatia;
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- Department of Pathophysiology, University of Split School of Medicine, 21000 Split, Croatia; (D.M.); (L.M.); (M.V.); (J.V.); (M.K.); (T.T.K.)
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- Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Split, 21000 Split, Croatia;
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- Department of Pathophysiology, University of Split School of Medicine, 21000 Split, Croatia; (D.M.); (L.M.); (M.V.); (J.V.); (M.K.); (T.T.K.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +385-21-557-871; Fax: +385-21-557-905
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Simões LMFR, Tavares NAR, Ferreira-Pêgo C. Plant-Based Diet and IGF-1 Modulation on HER2-Positive Breast Cancer: A Lifestyle Medicine Nutrition Approach in Oncology. Am J Lifestyle Med 2022; 16:36-45. [PMID: 35185425 PMCID: PMC8848116 DOI: 10.1177/15598276211023048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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Breast cancer is the second most common type of cancer in women worldwide, where nutritional intervention should be part of a multidisciplinary lifestyle approach in oncology, promoting therapeutic success. Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1), along with estrogen, can promote the development of neoplastic cells in breast tissue. Cancers that develop under IGF-1 stimulation are often resistant to therapy. This case report describes a 47-year-old woman, body mass index 27.4 kg/m2, with HER2-positive breast cancer, as well as elevated blood glucose, total cholesterol, and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. Soon after her breast cancer diagnosis, she transitioned from a Western pattern diet (WPD) to a predominantly whole-food, plant-based diet (PWFPBD) for 1035 days, followed by 232 days of PWFPBD plus night fasting for 16 hours per day. IGF-1 decreased 22.38%, glycemia and total cholesterol decreased by -55.06% and -36.00% at the end of the first intervention and went up by 6.25%, and 3.87%, respectively, at the end of the second intervention. A PWFPBD, with or without 16-hour overnight fasting, seems to modulate plasma levels of IGF-1 on a 47-year-old woman diagnosed with breast cancer, type HER2-positive. Future research, should explore the physiologic and pathophysiological mechanisms and clarify whether this dietary strategy, may be clinically useful in preventing HER2-positive breast cancer.
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- Laurinda M. F. R. Simões
- School of Sciences and Health Technologies, Universidade Lusófona de Humanidades e Tecnologias, Lisbon, Portugal
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- CBIOS-University Lusófona’s Research Center for Biosciences and Health Technologies, Lisbon, Portugal
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- CBIOS-University Lusófona’s Research Center for Biosciences and Health Technologies, Lisbon, Portugal
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Sezaki A, Imai T, Miyamoto K, Kawase F, Shirai Y, Abe C, Sanada M, Inden A, Kato T, Sugihara N, Shimokata H. Association between the Mediterranean Diet Score and Healthy Life Expectancy: A Global Comparative Study. J Nutr Health Aging 2022; 26:621-627. [PMID: 35718872 DOI: 10.1007/s12603-022-1811-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Extending healthy life expectancy (HALE), defined as the average number of years that a person can expect to live in "full health" by taking into account years lived in less than full health due to disease and/or injury, is a common topic worldwide. This study aims to clarify the relationships between the Mediterranean diet score (MDS) and life expectancy (LE) and HALE globally using publicly available international data. SETTING Analyses were conducted on 130 countries with populations of 1 million or more for which all data were available. Individual countries were scored from 0 to 9 to indicate adherence to the Mediterranean diet according to the MDS scoring method. The supply of vegetables, legumes, fruits and nuts, cereals, fish, and olive oil per 1,000 kcal per country was calculated based on the Food and Agriculture Organization Corporate Statistical Database, with a score of 1 for above the median and 0 for below. The same method was used to calculate scores of presumed detrimental components (meat and dairy), with consumption below the median given a value of 1, and consumption above the median given a value of 0. For ethanol, a score of 1 was given for 10g to 50 g of consumption. We investigated the cross-sectional associations between the MDS and LE and HALE at birth in 2009, and the longitudinal associations between the MDS in 2009 and LE and HALE between 2009 and 2019, controlling for covariates at baseline using linear mixed models. RESULTS In the cross-sectional analysis, the MDS was significantly positively associated with LE (β=0.906 [95% confidence interval, 0.065-1.747], p=0.037) and HALE (β=0.875 [0.207-1.544], p=0.011) after controlling for all covariates. The longitudinal analysis also revealed significantly positive associations between the MDS and LE (0.621 [0.063-1.178], p=0.030) and HALE (0.694 [0.227-1.161], p=0.004) after controlling for all covariates. CONCLUSION The present study, based on an analysis using 10 years of international data, showed that countries with a higher MDS showed a positive association with HALE.
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- A Sezaki
- Ayako Sezaki, Nagoya University of Arts and Sciences, Nagoya Gakugei Daigaku, Japan,
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Yang CL, Tucker RM. Snacking behavior differs between evening and morning chronotype individuals but no differences are observed in overall energy intake, diet quality, or food cravings. Chronobiol Int 2021; 39:616-625. [PMID: 34930076 DOI: 10.1080/07420528.2021.2016795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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There is a growing body of literature that links chronotype to certain undesirable eating behaviors. However, the relationship between chronotype and dietary intake is poorly characterized among adults in the United States (U.S.). This cross-sectional study examined the associations among chronotype, snacking habits, dietary intake and quality, and food cravings. One-hundred adults living in the U.S. completed the study. Based on the Horne-Östberg Morningness-Eveningness Questionnaire score, an individual was categorized as having either a morning (M)-type, intermediate (I)-type, or evening (E)-type chronotype. Snack intake was assessed using a previously published specialized food frequency questionnaire. Sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) intake was assessed using the updated version of the Beverage Intake Questionnaire-15. Alcohol misuse was measured using the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test-Consumption. Diet quality was obtained using the Diet History Questionnaire III. The validated General Food Cravings Questionnaire-Trait measured participants' food cravings. E-type individuals reported consuming snacks more often over the course of a week than M-types (p = .002) but not I-types. In terms of timing of snacking, E-type individuals consumed more snacks after dinner than M-types (p < .001). E-type individuals consumed more energy-dense snacks (p = .005), especially candies (p = .005), than M-types. However, there were no significant differences in healthy snack frequency, diet quality, energy and macronutrient intake, SSB consumption, alcohol misuse, or food cravings among chronotypes (p > .05, for all). In conclusion, E-type individuals consumed snacks more frequently and later than M-types; however, chronotype was not associated with an individual's energy intake, diet quality, and food cravings, which suggests that chronotype is negligibly associated with weight gain-related behaviors in this population.
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- Chia-Lun Yang
- Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA
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Mahmoud AB, Reisel WD, Fuxman L, Hack‐Polay D. Locus of control as a moderator of the effects of COVID‐19 perceptions on job insecurity, psychosocial, organisational, and job outcomes for MENA region hospitality employees. EUROPEAN MANAGEMENT REVIEW 2021. [DOI: 10.1111/emre.12494] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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- Ali B. Mahmoud
- St. John's University New York New York USA
- University of Wales Trinity Saint David London UK
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- Crandall University Moncton Canada
- University of Lincoln Lincoln UK
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Alvarez JB. Spanish Spelt Wheat: From an Endangered Genetic Resource to a Trendy Crop. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2021; 10:2748. [PMID: 34961216 PMCID: PMC8707452 DOI: 10.3390/plants10122748] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2021] [Revised: 12/04/2021] [Accepted: 12/09/2021] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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Spelt wheat (Triticum aestivum L. ssp. spelta Thell.) is an ancient wheat that was widely cultivated in the past. This species derived from a cross between emmer wheat (T. turgidum spp. dicoccum Schrank em. Thell.) and Aegilops tauschii Coss. Its main origin was in the Fertile Crescent (Near East), with a secondary center of origin in Europe due to a second hybridization event between emmer and hexaploid wheat. This species has been neglected in most of Europe; however, the desire for more natural foods has driven a revival in interest. Iberian spelt is classified as a geographical group differing to the rest of European spelt. In this review, the particularities, genetic diversity and current situation of Spanish spelt, mainly for quality traits, are discussed.
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- Juan B Alvarez
- Edificio Gregor Mendel, Departamento de Genética, Campus de Rabanales, Escuela Técnica Superior de Ingeniería Agronómica y de Montes, Universidad de Córdoba, CeiA3, ES-14071 Córdoba, Spain
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Riseberg E, Tamez M, Tucker KL, Orengo JFR, Mattei J. Associations between diet quality scores and central obesity among adults in Puerto Rico. J Hum Nutr Diet 2021; 34:1014-1021. [PMID: 33988871 PMCID: PMC8590710 DOI: 10.1111/jhn.12873] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2020] [Revised: 01/31/2021] [Accepted: 02/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Adults in Puerto Rico experience an excessive burden of central obesity. It remains unknown which dietary components are more strongly associated with central obesity in this high-risk group. We aimed to evaluate the relationship of the Mediterranean diet (MeDS) and Alternate Healthy Eating Index 2010 (AHEI) with central obesity in the Puerto Rico Assessment of Diet, Lifestyle and Diseases (PRADLAD) cross-sectional study. METHODS Data from PRADLAD participants (ages 30-75 years) were used (n = 166). Dietary intake was assessed by food frequency questionnaire. The MeDS [nine components; range: 0 (lowest) to 9 (highest observance of a Mediterranean-like diet)] and AHEI [11 components; range: 0 (lowest) to 110 (highest diet quality)] were defined. Daily intake of foods and beverages within each MeDS component was ranked by contribution to total energy intake. Multivariable logistic regression was used to evaluate associations between MeDS and AHEI with central obesity (waist circumference > 102 cm males, > 88 cm females). RESULTS Mean ± SD MeDS was 4.46 ± 1.77 and AHEI was 60.2 ± 11.1. Traditional foods representative of the MeDS included potatoes, root vegetables, fruit juice, avocados, bread, oatmeal, beans, chicken, seafood, low-fat milk, cheese, eggs and beer. Adjusted odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals of central obesity were 0.78 (0.63-0.97) per unit increment of MeDS and 0.61 (0.42-0.90) per 10-unit increment of AHEI. CONCLUSIONS Higher adherence to MeDS or AHEI was associated with lower central obesity in adults in Puerto Rico. Consuming traditional foods reflecting these dietary patterns (i.e., Mediterranean-like) may reduce central obesity in high-risk populations.
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- Emily Riseberg
- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Nutrition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Biomedical and Nutritional Sciences, Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA, USA
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- FDI Clinical Research, San Juan, Puerto Rico, USA
- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Medical Sciences Campus, University of Puerto Rico, San Juan, Puerto Rico, USA
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- Department of Nutrition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA
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Siervo M, Shannon OM, Llewellyn DJ, Stephan BC, Fontana L. Mediterranean diet and cognitive function: From methodology to mechanisms of action. Free Radic Biol Med 2021; 176:105-117. [PMID: 34562607 DOI: 10.1016/j.freeradbiomed.2021.09.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2021] [Revised: 09/16/2021] [Accepted: 09/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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The traditional Mediterranean diet (MedDiet), rich in minimally processed plant foods and fish, has been widely recognized to be one of the healthiest diets. Data from multiple randomized clinical trials have demonstrated its powerful effect against oxidative stress, inflammation and the development and progression of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and other metabolic conditions that play a crucial role in the pathogenesis of neurodegenerative diseases. The protecting effects of the MedDiet against cognitive decline have been investigated in several observational and experimental studies. Data from observational studies suggest that the MedDiet may represent an effective dietary strategy for the early prevention of dementia, although these findings require further substantiation in clinical trials which have so far produced inconclusive results. Moreover, as we discuss in this review, accumulating data emphasizes the importance of: 1) maintaining an optimal nutritional and metabolic status for the promotion of healthy cognitive aging, and 2) implementing cognition-sparing dietary and lifestyle interventions during early time-sensitive windows before the pathological cascades turn into an irreversible state. In summary, components of the MedDiet pattern, such as essential fatty acids, polyphenols and vitamins, have been associated with reduced oxidative stress and the current evidence from observational studies seems to assign to the MedDiet a beneficial role in promoting brain health; however, results from clinical trials have been inconsistent. While we advocate for longitudinal analyses and for larger and longer clinical trials to be conducted, we assert our interim support to the use of the MedDiet as a protective dietary intervention for cognitive function based on its proven cardiovascular and metabolic benefits.
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- Mario Siervo
- School of Life Sciences, The University of Nottingham Medical School, Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK.
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- Human Nutrition Research Centre, Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
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- University of Exeter Medical School, Exeter, UK; Alan Turing Institute, London, UK
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- Institute of Mental Health, The University of Nottingham Medical School, Nottingham, UK
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- Charles Perkins Center, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia; Department of Endocrinology, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia; Department of Clinical and Experimental Sciences, Brescia University School of Medicine, Brescia, Italy
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Mirizzi A, Aballay LR, Misciagna G, Caruso MG, Bonfiglio C, Sorino P, Bianco A, Campanella A, Franco I, Curci R, Procino F, Cisternino AM, Notarnicola M, D’Aprile PF, Osella AR. Modified WCRF/AICR Score and All-Cause, Digestive System, Cardiovascular, Cancer and Other-Cause-Related Mortality: A Competing Risk Analysis of Two Cohort Studies Conducted in Southern Italy. Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13114002. [PMID: 34836259 PMCID: PMC8620807 DOI: 10.3390/nu13114002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2021] [Revised: 11/05/2021] [Accepted: 11/06/2021] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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Background: In real life, nutrition goes beyond purely biological domains. Primary prevention is the most efficient approach for reducing the risk of mortality. We aimed to study the association of lifestyle, as measured by a modified World Cancer Research Fund/American Institute for Cancer Research (mWCRF/AICR) scoring system with all-cause, digestive system disease-related (DSD-related), cardiovascular disease-related (CVD-related), cancer–related and other cause-related mortality using data from two population-based cohort studies conducted in Southern Italy. Methods: A random sample of 5271 subjects aged 18 years or older was enrolled in 2005–2006 and followed up until 2020. Usual food intakes were estimated using a validated dietary questionnaire. Competing risks survival models were applied. Results: High adherence to the mWCRF/AICR score was found to be statistically significant and negatively associated with all-cause mortality (HR 0.56, 95%CI 0.39; 0.82), DSD-related mortality (SHR 0.38, 95%CI 0.15; 0.97) and cancer-related mortality (SHR 0.43, 95%CI 0.19; 0.97) in the male sub-cohort and other-cause mortality (SHR 0.43, 95%CI 0.21; 0.88) only in the female group. Conclusions: This mWCRF/AICR score can be seen as a simple, easy tool for use in clinical practice to evaluate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the diet.
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- Antonella Mirizzi
- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Gastroenterology Institute, “S. de Bellis” Research Hospital, Via Turi 27, 70013 Castellana Grotte, Bari, Italy; (A.M.); (C.B.); (P.S.); (A.B.); (A.C.); (I.F.); (R.C.); (F.P.); (P.F.D.)
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- Human Nutrition Research Center (CenINH), School of Nutrition, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba X5000, Argentina;
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- Scientific and Ethical Committee Polyclinic Hospital, University of Bari, 70124 Bari, Puglia, Italy; (G.M.); (M.G.C.)
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- Scientific and Ethical Committee Polyclinic Hospital, University of Bari, 70124 Bari, Puglia, Italy; (G.M.); (M.G.C.)
- Clinical Nutrition Outpatients Clinic, National Gastroenterology Institute, “S. de Bellis” Research Hospital, Via Turi 27, 70013 Castellana Grotte, Bari, Italy;
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Gastroenterology Institute, “S. de Bellis” Research Hospital, Via Turi 27, 70013 Castellana Grotte, Bari, Italy; (A.M.); (C.B.); (P.S.); (A.B.); (A.C.); (I.F.); (R.C.); (F.P.); (P.F.D.)
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Gastroenterology Institute, “S. de Bellis” Research Hospital, Via Turi 27, 70013 Castellana Grotte, Bari, Italy; (A.M.); (C.B.); (P.S.); (A.B.); (A.C.); (I.F.); (R.C.); (F.P.); (P.F.D.)
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Gastroenterology Institute, “S. de Bellis” Research Hospital, Via Turi 27, 70013 Castellana Grotte, Bari, Italy; (A.M.); (C.B.); (P.S.); (A.B.); (A.C.); (I.F.); (R.C.); (F.P.); (P.F.D.)
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Gastroenterology Institute, “S. de Bellis” Research Hospital, Via Turi 27, 70013 Castellana Grotte, Bari, Italy; (A.M.); (C.B.); (P.S.); (A.B.); (A.C.); (I.F.); (R.C.); (F.P.); (P.F.D.)
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Gastroenterology Institute, “S. de Bellis” Research Hospital, Via Turi 27, 70013 Castellana Grotte, Bari, Italy; (A.M.); (C.B.); (P.S.); (A.B.); (A.C.); (I.F.); (R.C.); (F.P.); (P.F.D.)
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Gastroenterology Institute, “S. de Bellis” Research Hospital, Via Turi 27, 70013 Castellana Grotte, Bari, Italy; (A.M.); (C.B.); (P.S.); (A.B.); (A.C.); (I.F.); (R.C.); (F.P.); (P.F.D.)
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Gastroenterology Institute, “S. de Bellis” Research Hospital, Via Turi 27, 70013 Castellana Grotte, Bari, Italy; (A.M.); (C.B.); (P.S.); (A.B.); (A.C.); (I.F.); (R.C.); (F.P.); (P.F.D.)
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- Clinical Nutrition Outpatients Clinic, National Gastroenterology Institute, “S. de Bellis” Research Hospital, Via Turi 27, 70013 Castellana Grotte, Bari, Italy;
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- Laboratory of Nutritional Biochemistry (MN), National Gastroenterology Institute, “S. de Bellis” Research Hospital, Via Turi 27, 70013 Castellana Grotte, Bari, Italy;
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Gastroenterology Institute, “S. de Bellis” Research Hospital, Via Turi 27, 70013 Castellana Grotte, Bari, Italy; (A.M.); (C.B.); (P.S.); (A.B.); (A.C.); (I.F.); (R.C.); (F.P.); (P.F.D.)
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Gastroenterology Institute, “S. de Bellis” Research Hospital, Via Turi 27, 70013 Castellana Grotte, Bari, Italy; (A.M.); (C.B.); (P.S.); (A.B.); (A.C.); (I.F.); (R.C.); (F.P.); (P.F.D.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-0804994655; Fax: +39-0804994650
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Aoun C, Hajj A, Hajj F, Papazian T, Rabbaa Khabbaz L. The interaction between genetic polymorphisms in FTO, MC4R and MTHFR genes and adherence to the Mediterranean Diet in relation to obesity. Gene 2021; 809:146037. [PMID: 34688820 DOI: 10.1016/j.gene.2021.146037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2021] [Revised: 10/04/2021] [Accepted: 10/19/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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AIMS To investigate the potential interaction between genetic background and adherence to the Mediterranean Diet, macronutrient intake and physical activity with regard to obesity in a sample of healthy adults. DESIGN Cross-sectional epidemiological study including 392 adults living in the Mediterranean basin. Data including FFQ, IPAQ and sociodemographic questionnaires were collected via face-to-face interviews. Anthropometric measures were performed and saliva swab for DNA extraction. Two MD scores were calculated to assess the adherence of the population to this pattern. Three single nucleotid polymorphisms (SNPs) related to obesity were studied: FTO, MC4R, MTHFR. FINDINGS FTO rs9939609 is significantly associated with WHR, and MC4R with all phenotypic traits linked to obesity (BMI, WC and WHR). However, MTHFR polymorphism didn't show any significant correlation with anthropometric parameters. Adherence to the MD and high level of physical activity do not seem to protect against the occurrence of overweight and obesity in genetically predisposed subjects. CONCLUSION Classic lifestyle interventions are insufficient in addressing the challenging obesity pandemic. Identifying more genetic variants and understanding their interaction with lifestyle will improve the clinical outcome of these variants for risk prediction and personalized nutrition and medical therapy. Also, the MD should undergo a redefinition adapted to each country on the Mediterranean basin in order to organize public health measures for its comeback.
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- Carla Aoun
- Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Pharmacy, Saint-Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon; Laboratoire de Pharmacologie, Pharmacie Clinique et Contrôle de Qualité des Médicaments, Pôle Technologie- Santé (PTS), Faculty of Pharmacy, Saint-Joseph University, Beirut, Lebanon.
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- Laboratoire de Pharmacologie, Pharmacie Clinique et Contrôle de Qualité des Médicaments, Pôle Technologie- Santé (PTS), Faculty of Pharmacy, Saint-Joseph University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Laboratoire de Pharmacologie, Pharmacie Clinique et Contrôle de Qualité des Médicaments, Pôle Technologie- Santé (PTS), Faculty of Pharmacy, Saint-Joseph University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Pharmacy, Saint-Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon; Laboratoire de Pharmacologie, Pharmacie Clinique et Contrôle de Qualité des Médicaments, Pôle Technologie- Santé (PTS), Faculty of Pharmacy, Saint-Joseph University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Laboratoire de Pharmacologie, Pharmacie Clinique et Contrôle de Qualité des Médicaments, Pôle Technologie- Santé (PTS), Faculty of Pharmacy, Saint-Joseph University, Beirut, Lebanon
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Mediterranean Diet and Physical Activity for Successful Aging: An Update for Nutritionists and Endocrinologists. ENDOCRINES 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/endocrines2040034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The constant advancement in the medical field has allowed for the diagnosis and treatment of several health conditions. It has also contributed to increasing the average human lifespan, which is considered an outstanding achievement in history. Nevertheless, the impact of this in an ever-increasing aged population with chronic diseases and, most of the time, with limited and poor quality of life was not considered. Thus, it is imperative to establish strategies to age successfully. In order to do have a better understanding of this crucial issue, this review will analyze the endocrine changes in the elderly. It will present common conditions found in this population, chronic inflammation, and oxidative stress. Additionally, we will explain aging-related metabolic and physical performance decline related to hormone changes and lifestyle modifications. We will propose the Mediterranean diet and some specific guidelines about physical activity as part of the plan to have an active and successful aging process.
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The rapid changes that societies have gone through in the last few decades have led to the increase in the prevalence of malnutrition in all its forms and to the degradation of natural resources and the environment. The change in the dietary habits and production systems are responsible for much of this change. Some territorial diets have been shown as potentially capable of reversing these trends by positively contributing to the health of people and the environment such as the Mediterranean Diet and the New Nordic Diet. In this paper, we review the contribution of these 2 diets to health and nutrition and to environmental, sociocultural, and economic sustainability proposing pertinent indicators. Learning from a culturally established diet and a constructed one, tradeoff could be reached to ensure better health and sustainability outcomes. Strong factors for achieving this goal lie in building on the sociocultural appropriation of diets, having the proper tools and indicators, investing in cross-sector collaboration and policy coherence, and having the necessary political support to push the agenda of sustainability forward.
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- Fatima Hachem
- 17107Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Rome, Italy
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- 99013European Commission, Joint Research Centre (JRC), Ispra, Italy
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- 16765Universidad de Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain.,Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y Nutrición (CIBERObn), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain
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Garay-Sevilla ME, Rojas A, Portero-Otin M, Uribarri J. Dietary AGEs as Exogenous Boosters of Inflammation. Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13082802. [PMID: 34444961 PMCID: PMC8401706 DOI: 10.3390/nu13082802] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2021] [Revised: 08/09/2021] [Accepted: 08/12/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Most chronic modern non-transmissible diseases seem to begin as the result of low-grade inflammation extending over prolonged periods of time. The importance of diet as a source of many pro-inflammatory compounds that could create and sustain such a low-grade inflammatory state cannot be ignored, particularly since we are constantly exposed to them during the day. The focus of this review is on specific components of the diet associated with inflammation, specifically advanced glycation end products (AGEs) that form during thermal processing of food. AGEs are also generated in the body in normal physiology and are widely recognized as increased in diabetes, but many people are unaware of the potential importance of exogenous AGEs ingested in food. We review experimental models, epidemiologic data, and small clinical trials that suggest an important association between dietary intake of these compounds and development of an inflammatory and pro-oxidative state that is conducive to chronic diseases. We compare dietary intake of AGEs with other widely known dietary patterns, such as the Mediterranean and the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diets, as well as the Dietary Inflammation Index (DII). Finally, we delineate in detail the pathophysiological mechanisms induced by dietary AGEs, both direct (i.e., non-receptor-mediated) and indirect (receptor-mediated).
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- Departamento de Ciencias Preclínicas, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Catolica del Maule, Talca 3480005, Chile;
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- Departamento de Medicina Experimental, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Lleida, 25196 Lleida, Spain;
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- Renal Division, Department of Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY 10029, USA
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +1-212-241-1887
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Bôto JM, Marreiros A, Diogo P, Pinto E, Mateus MP. Health behaviours as predictors of the Mediterranean diet adherence: a decision tree approach. Public Health Nutr 2021; 25:1-13. [PMID: 34369348 PMCID: PMC9991829 DOI: 10.1017/s1368980021003293] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2020] [Revised: 07/20/2021] [Accepted: 08/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to identify health behaviours that determine adolescent's adherence to the Mediterranean diet (MD) through a decision tree statistical approach. DESIGN Cross-sectional study, with data collected through a self-fulfilment questionnaire with five sections: (1) eating habits; (2) adherence to the MD (KIDMED index); (3) physical activity; (4) health habits and (5) socio-demographic characteristics. Anthropometric and blood pressure data were collected by a trained research team. The Automatic Chi-square Interaction Detection (CHAID) method was used to identify health behaviours that contribute to a better adherence to the MD. SETTING Eight public secondary schools, in Algarve, Portugal. PARTICIPANTS Adolescents with ages between 15 and 19 years (n 325). RESULTS According to the KIDMED index, we found a low adherence to MD in 9·0 % of the participants, an intermediate adherence in 45·5 % and a high adherence in 45·5 %. Participants that regularly have breakfast, eat vegetable soup, have a second piece of fruit/d, eat fresh or cooked vegetables 1 or more times a day, eat oleaginous fruits at least 2 to 3 times a week, and practice sports and leisure physical activities outside school show higher adherence to the MD (P < 0·001). CONCLUSIONS The daily intake of two pieces of fruit and vegetables proved to be a determinant health behaviour for high adherence to MD. Strategies to promote the intake of these foods among adolescents must be developed and implemented.
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- Joana Margarida Bôto
- University of Algarve – School of Health, Department of Dietetics and Nutrition, Gambelas Campus, 8005-139Faro, Portugal
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- University of Algarve – School of Health, Department of Dietetics and Nutrition, Gambelas Campus, 8005-139Faro, Portugal
- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Medicine, Faro, Portugal
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- University of Algarve – School of Health, Department of Dietetics and Nutrition, Gambelas Campus, 8005-139Faro, Portugal
- Necton SA, Olhão, Algarve, Portugal
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- University of Algarve – School of Health, Department of Dietetics and Nutrition, Gambelas Campus, 8005-139Faro, Portugal
- School of Health, Department of Dietetics and Nutrition, Faro, Portugal
- Centre for Health Studies and Development, Faro, Portugal
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- University of Algarve – School of Health, Department of Dietetics and Nutrition, Gambelas Campus, 8005-139Faro, Portugal
- School of Health, Department of Dietetics and Nutrition, Faro, Portugal
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Presence and strategic use of the Mediterranean Diet in food marketing: Analysis and association of nutritional values and advertising claims from 2011 to 2020. NFS JOURNAL 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.nfs.2021.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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Ghorbani Y, Schwenger KJP, Allard JP. Manipulation of intestinal microbiome as potential treatment for insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. Eur J Nutr 2021; 60:2361-2379. [PMID: 33651137 DOI: 10.1007/s00394-021-02520-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2020] [Accepted: 02/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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PURPOSE Increasing evidence suggests that the intestinal microbiome (IM) and bacterial metabolites may influence glucose homeostasis, energy expenditure and the intestinal barrier integrity and lead to the presence of systemic low-grade inflammation, all of which can contribute to insulin resistance (IR) and type 2 diabetes (T2D). The purpose of this review is to explore the role of the IM and bacterial metabolites in the pathogenesis and treatment of these conditions. RESULTS This review summarizes research focused on how to modulate the IM through diet, prebiotics, probiotics, synbiotics and fecal microbiota transplant in order to treat IR and T2D. CONCLUSION There is an abundance of evidence suggesting a role for IM in the pathogenesis of IR and T2D based on reviewed studies using various methods to modulate IM and metabolites. However, the results are inconsistent. Future research should further assess this relationship.
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- Yasaman Ghorbani
- Institute of Medical Science, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Toronto General Hospital, University Health Network, Toronto, Canada
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- Institute of Medical Science, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada.
- Toronto General Hospital, University Health Network, Toronto, Canada.
- Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
- Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
- Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Toronto General Hospital, 585 University Avenue, 9N-973, Toronto, ON, M5G 2N2, Canada.
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[Mediterranean Diet and Cancer.]. NUTR HOSP 2021; 38:71-74. [PMID: 34323097 DOI: 10.20960/nh.03803] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/02/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Cancer still being one of the main causes of death worldwide, representing a major health issue. Mediterranean Diet (MD) can have an important paper in lowering cancer incidence. OBJECTIVES/METHODS We performed a bibliographic review searching for evidence demonstrating the protective role of the MD against cancer and exposition of the main results. RESULTS Several studies show evidence on the protective effect of the Mediterranean Diet against cancer development. As a lifestyle, MD includes healthy dietary and social habits and is linked to frequent physical activity, all of this, when is maintained on time, has a preventing role on the appearance of cancer. The antioxidants and anti-inflammatory effects of certain products frequently found in the MD are responsible for this protection. Moreover, the MD also prevents overweight and obesity, which are also directly related to the development of certain cancer types. CONCLUSION There is scientific evidence on the protective role of the Mediterranean Diet on cancer prevention.
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Adherence to the Mediterranean diet during pregnancy is associated with lower odds of excessive gestational weight gain and postpartum weight retention: results of the Mother-Infant Study Cohort. Br J Nutr 2021; 128:1401-1412. [PMID: 34294166 DOI: 10.1017/s0007114521002762] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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During the first 1000 d of life, gestational weight gain (GWG) and postpartum weight retention (PPWR) are considered critical determinants of nutritional status. This study examined the effect of adherence to the Mediterranean diet (MD) during pregnancy on GWG and PPWR at 2 and 6 months among women in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), using data from the Mother-Infant Study Cohort. The latter is a prospective study, for which pregnant women were recruited (n 243) during their third trimester and were followed up for 18 months. Data on socio-demographic characteristics and anthropometric measurements were obtained. An eighty-six-item FFQ was used to examine dietary intake during pregnancy. Adherence to the MD was assessed using the alternate MD (aMED) and the Lebanese MD (LMD). Adherence to the MD, PPWR2 (2 months) and PPWR6 (6 months) were considered high if participants belonged to the third tertile of the respective measures. Results indicated that 57·5 % of participants had excessive GWG while 50·7 % and 45 % retained ≥ 5 kg at 2 and 6 months postpartum, respectively. After adjustment, adherence to both MD scores was associated with lower odds of excessive GWG (aMED, OR:0·41, 95 % CI:0·18, 0·93; LMD, OR:0·40, 95 % CI: 0·16, 0·98). Adherence to MD was also associated with PPWR2 (aMED: OR: 0·23, 95 % CI: 0·06, 0·88) and PPWR6 (aMED OR:0·26; 95 % CI:0·08-0·86; LMD, OR:0·32; 95 % CI: 0·1, 0·98). The findings of this study showed that adherence to the MD may reduce GWG and PPWR and, hence, underscored the importance of promoting the MD for better health of the mother and infant.
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Lewandowska M, Dunbar K, Kassam S. Managing Psoriatic Arthritis With a Whole Food Plant-Based Diet: A Case Study. Am J Lifestyle Med 2021; 15:402-406. [PMID: 34366737 PMCID: PMC8299928 DOI: 10.1177/1559827621993435] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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A 40-year-old female teacher presented to the rheumatology clinic in 2003 with nonspecific back, knees, and right ankle pain. She was subsequently diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis and was taking methotrexate to control her disease. Over the years, her symptoms were mostly under control. However, in 2018, after adopting a whole food plant-based diet free of added salt, oil, and sugar, she was able to stop taking methotrexate. She was discharged from the rheumatology clinic and has remained symptom-free since. The available literature on managing psoriatic arthritis with diet shows that less than 2% of patients with psoriatic arthritis are able to discontinue medication as a result of disease remission. This case report adds to support and encourages further research in the field of managing inflammatory polyarthropathies with diet and lifestyle.
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- Plant-Based Health Professionals UK, Bordon, UK
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- King’s College Hospital, London, UK
- Winchester University, Hampshire, UK
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Figueroa C, Echeverría G, Villarreal G, Martínez X, Ferreccio C, Rigotti A. Introducing Plant-Based Mediterranean Diet as a Lifestyle Medicine Approach in Latin America: Opportunities Within the Chilean Context. Front Nutr 2021; 8:680452. [PMID: 34249989 PMCID: PMC8266999 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2021.680452] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2021] [Accepted: 05/10/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Latin America is experiencing a significant epidemiological and nutritional transition, with a trend toward higher incidence of food-related chronic diseases. In this context, Lifestyle Medicine (LM) is a growing field focused on assisting individuals in adopting healthy behaviors for the prevention and treatment of these chronic diseases, including, among other pillars, a great emphasis on healthy eating. There is also a growing interest worldwide in environmental sustainability of dietary patterns, with increasing concern about their effects on planetary health. In this context, whole-food, plant-based diets -such as the Mediterranean diet (MD)- have emerged as a solution for both healthier eating and lowering environmental impact. Yet in order to be effective at these goals and achieve a high adherence to any nutritional prescription, the sociocultural reality of the community or population where we aim to practice must also be taken into account. In this review, we specifically highlight the plant-based MD as a LM-contextualized dietary pattern that is adaptable, applicable, and sustainable within the Chilean context and has the potential to address the current trend of chronic diseases in our country.
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- Catalina Figueroa
- Centro de Nutrición Molecular y Enfermedades Crónicas, Escuela de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Centro de Nutrición Molecular y Enfermedades Crónicas, Escuela de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
- Departamento de Nutrición, Diabetes y Metabolismo, Escuela de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Magíster en Nutrición, Escuela de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Magíster en Nutrición, Escuela de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento de Salud Pública, Escuela de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Centro de Nutrición Molecular y Enfermedades Crónicas, Escuela de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
- Departamento de Nutrición, Diabetes y Metabolismo, Escuela de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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Retuerto Griessner M, Roset Martin P, Salas R. [Consumption of red and processed meat and its impact on cardiovascular health in Spain]. Aten Primaria 2021; 53:102133. [PMID: 34157659 PMCID: PMC8220415 DOI: 10.1016/j.aprim.2021.102133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2021] [Accepted: 05/03/2021] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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- Servicio de Medicina Interna, Hospital Universitario Sagrat Cor, Grupo Quirón-Salud, Barcelona, España
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Campanella A, Misciagna G, Mirizzi A, Caruso MG, Bonfiglio C, Aballay LR, Vas de Arruda Silveira L, Bianco A, Franco I, Sorino P, Buongiorno C, Cisternino AM, Notarnicola M, Guerra VMB, Osella AR. The effect of the Mediterranean Diet on lifespan: a treatment-effect survival analysis of a population-based prospective cohort study in Southern Italy. Int J Epidemiol 2021; 50:245-255. [PMID: 33156916 DOI: 10.1093/ije/dyaa222] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/09/2020] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) is associated with good health. We aimed to estimate the effect of levels of adherence to the MedDiet on lifespan by performing treatment effects survival analysis. METHODS A sample of 5250 subjects aged ≥18 years were randomly selected from the electoral list of Castellana Grotte and Putignano (Apulian Region, Italy). Cohorts were enrolled in 2005-06 and followed-up until December 2018. The adherence to the MedDiet was measured by the relative Mediterranean score (rMED) and categorized as high, medium and low. Time-to-death (all-causes) as estimated by average treatment effect on the treated (ATET), potential outcome mean (POM) and relative efficiency of exposure were the outcomes. RESULTS A total of 4896 subjects were included. The median follow-up time was 12.82 (inter quartile range (IQR) 12.22-13.05), 12.91 (IQR 12.21-13.27) and 12.84 (IQR 12.19-13.03) years for high, medium and low rMED subjects respectively. By December 2018, 453 (9.25%) had died. There was a strong effect of medium and low rMED {ATET, -5.10 [95% confidence interval (CI) -9.39, -0.80] and -8.91 (95%CI -13.37, -4.45), respectively}. High rMED has an important effect on mean age at death [POM 90.16 (95% CI 86.06, 94.25)]. The relative effect size for medium and low rMED subjects was a lower lifespan of 5.62% (95% CI 1.01, 10.3) and 9.90% (95% CI 5.30, 5.30), respectively. CONCLUSIONS We observed an important benefit in additional years of survival from adherence to MedDiet in this southern Italian cohort. Further investigation corroborating our findings in other population groups in other geographic regions will be an important contribution to promoting health and longevity.
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- Angelo Campanella
- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana, Grotte, (BA), Italy.,Clinical Nutrition Outpatients Clinic, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana, Grotte, (BA), Italy.,Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana , Grotte, (BA), Italy
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- Scientific and Ethical Committee Polyclinic Hospital, University of Bari, Italy
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana, Grotte, (BA), Italy.,Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana , Grotte, (BA), Italy
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- Clinical Nutrition Outpatients Clinic, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana, Grotte, (BA), Italy.,Laboratory of Nutritional Biochemistry, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana Grotte, (BA), Italy
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana, Grotte, (BA), Italy.,Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana , Grotte, (BA), Italy
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- Human Nutrition Research Center (CenINH), School of Nutrition, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba, Argentina
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana, Grotte, (BA), Italy.,Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana , Grotte, (BA), Italy
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana, Grotte, (BA), Italy.,Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana , Grotte, (BA), Italy
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana , Grotte, (BA), Italy
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana, Grotte, (BA), Italy.,Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana , Grotte, (BA), Italy
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- Clinical Nutrition Outpatients Clinic, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana, Grotte, (BA), Italy
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana, Grotte, (BA), Italy
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana, Grotte, (BA), Italy.,Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana , Grotte, (BA), Italy
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana, Grotte, (BA), Italy.,Laboratory of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, National Institute of Gastroenterology 'S de Bellis' Research Hospital, Castellana , Grotte, (BA), Italy
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Brunmair J, Bileck A, Stimpfl T, Raible F, Del Favero G, Meier-Menches SM, Gerner C. Metabo-tip: a metabolomics platform for lifestyle monitoring supporting the development of novel strategies in predictive, preventive and personalised medicine. EPMA J 2021; 12:141-153. [PMID: 34188726 PMCID: PMC8192631 DOI: 10.1007/s13167-021-00241-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2021] [Accepted: 04/14/2021] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND/AIMS Exposure to bioactive compounds from nutrition, pharmaceuticals, environmental contaminants or other lifestyle habits may affect the human organism. To gain insight into the effects of these influences, as well as the fundamental biochemical mechanisms behind them, individual molecular profiling seems to be a promising tool and may support the further development of predictive, preventive and personalised medicine. METHODS We developed an assay, called metabo-tip for the analysis of sweat, collected from fingertips, using mass spectrometry-by far the most comprehensive and sensitive method for such analyses. To evaluate this assay, we exposed volunteers to various xenobiotics using standardised protocols and investigated their metabolic response. RESULTS As early as 15 min after the consumption of a cup of coffee, 50 g of dark chocolate or a serving of citrus fruits, significant changes in the sweat composition of the fingertips were observed, providing relevant information in regard to the ingested substances. This included not only health-promoting bioactive compounds but also potential hazardous substances. Furthermore, the identification of metabolites from orally ingested medications such as metamizole indicated the applicability of this assay to observe specific enzymatic processes in a personalised fashion. Remarkably, we found that the sweat composition fluctuated in a diurnal rhythm, supporting the hypothesis that the composition of sweat can be influenced by endogenous metabolic activities. This was further corroborated by the finding that histamine was significantly increased in the metabo-tip assay in individuals with allergic reactions. CONCLUSION Metabo-tip analysis may have a large number of practical applications due to its analytical power, non-invasive character and the potential of frequent sampling, especially regarding the individualised monitoring of specific lifestyle and influencing factors. The extraordinarily rich individualised metabolomics data provided by metabo-tip offer direct access to individual metabolic activities and will thus support predictive preventive personalised medicine. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s13167-021-00241-6.
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- Julia Brunmair
- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University Vienna, Vienna, Austria
- Joint Metabolome Facility, University and Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Joint Metabolome Facility, University and Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Max F. Perutz Laboratories, University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
- Research Platform “Rhythms of Life”, University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Food Chemistry and Toxicology, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University Vienna, Vienna, Austria
- Joint Metabolome Facility, University and Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
- Research Platform “Rhythms of Life”, University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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Zhang Y, Zhang T, Yang W, Chen H, Geng X, Li G, Chen H, Wang Y, Li L, Sun B. Beneficial Diets and Pancreatic Cancer: Molecular Mechanisms and Clinical Practice. Front Oncol 2021; 11:630972. [PMID: 34123787 PMCID: PMC8193730 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2021.630972] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2020] [Accepted: 04/19/2021] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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Pancreatic cancer (PC) is a malignant tumor with high invasiveness, easy metastatic ability, and chemoresistance. Patients with PC have an extremely low survival rate due to the difficulty in early diagnosis. It is estimated that nearly 90% of PC cases are caused by environmental risk factors. Approximately 50% of PC cases are induced by an unhealthy diet, which can be avoided. Given this large attribution to diet, numerous studies have assessed the relationship between various dietary factors and PC. This article reviews three beneficial diets: a ketogenic diet (KD), a Mediterranean diet (MD), and a low-sugar diet. Their composition and impact mechanism are summarized and discussed. The associations between these three diets and PC were analyzed, and we aimed to provide more help and new insights for the prevention and treatment of PC.
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- Yang Zhang
- Department of Pancreatic and Biliary Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Biliary Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Biliary Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Biliary Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Biliary Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Biliary Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Biliary Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Biliary Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Biliary Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China.,Key Laboratory of Hepatosplenic Surgery, Ministry of Education, Harbin, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Biliary Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China.,Key Laboratory of Hepatosplenic Surgery, Ministry of Education, Harbin, China
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Trajkovska Petkoska A, Trajkovska-Broach A. Mediterranean diet: a nutrient-packed diet and a healthy lifestyle for a sustainable world. JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE 2021; 101:2627-2633. [PMID: 33140412 DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.10907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2020] [Revised: 09/29/2020] [Accepted: 11/02/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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The Mediterranean diet (MD), as a sustainable diet and a healthy way of living, is in a good agreement with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (2015). © 2020 Society of Chemical Industry.
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- Anka Trajkovska Petkoska
- St Clement of Ohrid University of Bitola, Faculty of Technology and Technical Sciences, Veles, Republic of North Macedonia
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Bakaloudi DR, Chrysoula L, Kotzakioulafi E, Theodoridis X, Chourdakis M. Impact of the Level of Adherence to Mediterranean Diet on the Parameters of Metabolic Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies. Nutrients 2021; 13:1514. [PMID: 33946280 PMCID: PMC8146502 DOI: 10.3390/nu13051514] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2021] [Revised: 04/24/2021] [Accepted: 04/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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High adherence to the Mediterranean diet (MD) has been associated with a lower prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome (MetS). The present study aimed to investigate the impact of MD adherence on parameters of MetS. A systematic literature search was performed in PubMed, Cochrane Central Registry of Clinical Trials (CENTRAL), Scopus, EMBASE, Web of Science and Google Scholar databases. Observational studies that recorded adherence to MD and components/measures of the MetS, such as waist circumference (WC), blood pressure (BP), fasting blood glucose (FBG), high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol and triglycerides (TG), were included in this study. A total of 58 studies were included in our study. WC and TG were significantly lower in the high adherence MD group (SMD: -0.20, (95%CI: -0.40, -0.01), SMD: -0.27 (95%CI: -0.27, -0.11), respectively), while HDL cholesterol was significantly higher in the same group (SMD: -0.28 (95%CI: 0.07, 0.50). There was no difference in FBG and SBP among the two groups (SMD: -0.21 (95%CI: -0.54, 0.12) & SMD: -0.15 (95%CI: -0.38, 0.07), respectively). MD may have a positive impact on all parameters of MetS. However, further research is needed in this field.
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- Laboratory of Hygiene, Social & Preventive Medicine and Medical Statistics, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124 Thessaloniki, Greece; (D.R.B.); (L.C.); (E.K.); (X.T.)
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Fernández-Iglesias R, Álvarez-Pereira S, Tardón A, Fernández-García B, Iglesias-Gutiérrez E. Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet in a School Population in the Principality of Asturias (Spain): Relationship with Physical Activity and Body Weight. Nutrients 2021; 13:1507. [PMID: 33946967 PMCID: PMC8145401 DOI: 10.3390/nu13051507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2021] [Revised: 04/22/2021] [Accepted: 04/27/2021] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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The Mediterranean diet (MD), despite its multiple benefits, presents low levels of adherence among children. Moreover, childhood is a key stage in the acquisition of healthy habits. The aim of this study was to describe adherence to MD in school-age children from Asturias, Spain, and to evaluate the association with weight status and several lifestyle behaviors. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 309 children aged between 8 and 13 years old. The level of adherence to MD was evaluated through the KIDMED questionnaire. Descriptive analysis and logistic regression models were used to analyze the association between adherence to MD and weight status, frequency of out-of-school exercise, frequency of school canteen attendance, and sleep habits. We found that 54.4% of children had optimal adherence to MD and 29.9% of the sample was overweight or obese. Frequency of exercise practice was positively associated with optimal adherence to MD (95% CI: 1.02, 1.33). A positive association was found between some KIDMED items and frequency of out-of-school exercise practice and attendance at the school canteen. This study shows the need for an improvement in the adherence to MD in youth considering the concomitant occurrence of other related healthy behaviors.
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- Rocío Fernández-Iglesias
- Spanish Consortium for Research on Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), Monforte de Lemos Avenue, 3-5, 28029 Madrid, Spain;
- Department of Medicine, Unit of Molecular Cancer Epidemiology, University Institute of Oncology of the Principality of Asturias (IOUPA), University of Oviedo, Julian Clavería Street s/n, 33006 Oviedo, Spain
- Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria del Principado de Asturias (ISPA), Roma Avenue s/n, 33001 Oviedo, Spain; (B.F.-G.); (E.I.-G.)
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- Department of Morphology and Cell Biology, University of Oviedo, Julian Clavería Street s/n, 33006 Oviedo, Spain;
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- Spanish Consortium for Research on Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), Monforte de Lemos Avenue, 3-5, 28029 Madrid, Spain;
- Department of Medicine, Unit of Molecular Cancer Epidemiology, University Institute of Oncology of the Principality of Asturias (IOUPA), University of Oviedo, Julian Clavería Street s/n, 33006 Oviedo, Spain
- Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria del Principado de Asturias (ISPA), Roma Avenue s/n, 33001 Oviedo, Spain; (B.F.-G.); (E.I.-G.)
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- Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria del Principado de Asturias (ISPA), Roma Avenue s/n, 33001 Oviedo, Spain; (B.F.-G.); (E.I.-G.)
- Department of Morphology and Cell Biology, University of Oviedo, Julian Clavería Street s/n, 33006 Oviedo, Spain;
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- Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria del Principado de Asturias (ISPA), Roma Avenue s/n, 33001 Oviedo, Spain; (B.F.-G.); (E.I.-G.)
- Department of Functional Biology, University of Oviedo, Julian Clavería Street s/n, 33006 Oviedo, Spain
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Vancells Lujan P, Viñas Esmel E, Sacanella Meseguer E. Overview of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and the Role of Sugary Food Consumption and Other Dietary Components in Its Development. Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13051442. [PMID: 33923255 PMCID: PMC8145877 DOI: 10.3390/nu13051442] [Citation(s) in RCA: 79] [Impact Index Per Article: 26.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2021] [Revised: 04/14/2021] [Accepted: 04/21/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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NAFLD is the world's most common chronic liver disease, and its increasing prevalence parallels the global rise in diabetes and obesity. It is characterised by fat accumulation in the liver evolving to non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), an inflammatory subtype that can lead to liver fibrosis and cirrhosis. Currently, there is no effective pharmacotherapeutic treatment for NAFLD. Treatment is therefore based on lifestyle modifications including changes to diet and exercise, although it is unclear what the most effective form of intervention is. The aim of this review, then, is to discuss the role of specific nutrients and the effects of different dietary interventions on NAFLD. It is well established that an unhealthy diet rich in calories, sugars, and saturated fats and low in polyunsaturated fatty acids, fibre, and micronutrients plays a critical role in the development and progression of this disease. However, few clinical trials have evaluated the effects of nutrition interventions on NAFLD. We, therefore, summarise what is currently known about the effects of macronutrients, foods, and dietary patterns on NAFLD prevention and treatment. Most current guidelines recommend low-calorie, plant-based diets, such as the Mediterranean diet, as the most effective dietary pattern to treat NAFLD. More clinical trials are required, however, to identify the best evidence-based dietary treatment approach.
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- Pau Vancells Lujan
- Institut d’Investigacions Biomediques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Rosselló 149, 08036 Barcelona, Spain; (P.V.L.); (E.V.E.)
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- Institut d’Investigacions Biomediques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Rosselló 149, 08036 Barcelona, Spain; (P.V.L.); (E.V.E.)
- Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Villarroel 170, 08036 Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut d’Investigacions Biomediques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Rosselló 149, 08036 Barcelona, Spain; (P.V.L.); (E.V.E.)
- Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Villarroel 170, 08036 Barcelona, Spain
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-932-275539
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Quarta S, Massaro M, Chervenkov M, Ivanova T, Dimitrova D, Jorge R, Andrade V, Philippou E, Zisimou C, Maksimova V, Smilkov K, Ackova DG, Miloseva L, Ruskovska T, Deligiannidou GE, Kontogiorgis CA, Sánchez-Meca J, Pinto P, García-Conesa MT. Persistent Moderate-to-Weak Mediterranean Diet Adherence and Low Scoring for Plant-Based Foods across Several Southern European Countries: Are We Overlooking the Mediterranean Diet Recommendations? Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13051432. [PMID: 33922771 PMCID: PMC8145023 DOI: 10.3390/nu13051432] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2021] [Revised: 04/19/2021] [Accepted: 04/21/2021] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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The Mediterranean diet (MD) has been sponsored worldwide as a healthy and sustainable diet. Our aim was to update and compare MD adherence and food choices across several Southern European countries: Spain (SP), Portugal (PT), Italy (IT), Greece (GR), and Cyprus (CY) (MED, Mediterranean), and Bulgaria (BG) and the Republic of North Macedonia (NMK) (non-MED, non-Mediterranean). Participants (N = 3145, ≥18 y) completed a survey (MeDiWeB) with sociodemographic, anthropometric, and food questions (14-item Mediterranean Diet Adherence Screener, 14-MEDAS). The MED and non-MED populations showed moderate (7.08 ± 1.96) and weak (5.58 ± 1.82) MD adherence, respectively, with significant yet small differences across countries (SP > PT > GR > IT > CY > BG > NMK, p-value < 0.001). The MED participants scored higher than the non-MED ones for most of the Mediterranean-typical foods, with the greatest differences found for olive oil (OO) and white meat preference. In most countries, ≥70% of the participants reported quantities of red meat, butter, sweet drinks, and desserts below the recommended cutoff points, whereas <50% achieved the targets for plant-based foods, OO, fish, and wine. Being a woman and increasing age were associated with superior adherence (p-value < 0.001), but differences were rather small. Our results suggest that the campaigns carried out to support and reinforce the MD and to promote plant-based foods have limited success across Southern Europe, and that more hard-hitting strategies are needed.
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- Stefano Quarta
- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences and Technologies, University of Salento, 73100 Lecce, Italy;
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- National Research Council (CNR), Institute of Clinical Physiology, 73100 Lecce, Italy;
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Forestry, 1797 Sofia, Bulgaria;
- Slow Food in Bulgaria, 9 Pierre De Geytre St. bl. 3, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria; (T.I.); (D.D.)
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- Slow Food in Bulgaria, 9 Pierre De Geytre St. bl. 3, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria; (T.I.); (D.D.)
- Department of Plant and Fungal Diversity and Resources, Institute of Biodiversity and Ecosystem Research, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria
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- Slow Food in Bulgaria, 9 Pierre De Geytre St. bl. 3, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria; (T.I.); (D.D.)
- Department of Plant and Fungal Diversity and Resources, Institute of Biodiversity and Ecosystem Research, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria
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- Instituto Politécnico de Santarém, Escola Superior Agraria, 2001-904 Santarém, Portugal; (R.J.); (V.A.)
- Life Quality Research Centre (CIEQV), IPSantarém/IPLeiria, 2040-413 Rio Maior, Portugal
- Centro de Investigação Interdisciplinar Egas Moniz (CiiEM), Instituto Universitário Egas Moniz, 2829-511 Monte de Caparica, Portugal
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- Instituto Politécnico de Santarém, Escola Superior Agraria, 2001-904 Santarém, Portugal; (R.J.); (V.A.)
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- Department of Life and Health Sciences, School of Sciences and Engineering, University of Nicosia, Nicosia 1700, Cyprus; (E.P.); (C.Z.)
- Department of Nutritional Sciences, King’s College London, London SE1 9NH, UK
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- Department of Life and Health Sciences, School of Sciences and Engineering, University of Nicosia, Nicosia 1700, Cyprus; (E.P.); (C.Z.)
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- Faculty of Medical Sciences, University Goce Delcev, str. Krste Misirkov, No. 10-A, POB 201, 2000 Stip, North Macedonia; (V.M.); (K.S.); (D.G.A.); (L.M.); (T.R.)
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- Faculty of Medical Sciences, University Goce Delcev, str. Krste Misirkov, No. 10-A, POB 201, 2000 Stip, North Macedonia; (V.M.); (K.S.); (D.G.A.); (L.M.); (T.R.)
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- Faculty of Medical Sciences, University Goce Delcev, str. Krste Misirkov, No. 10-A, POB 201, 2000 Stip, North Macedonia; (V.M.); (K.S.); (D.G.A.); (L.M.); (T.R.)
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- Faculty of Medical Sciences, University Goce Delcev, str. Krste Misirkov, No. 10-A, POB 201, 2000 Stip, North Macedonia; (V.M.); (K.S.); (D.G.A.); (L.M.); (T.R.)
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- Faculty of Medical Sciences, University Goce Delcev, str. Krste Misirkov, No. 10-A, POB 201, 2000 Stip, North Macedonia; (V.M.); (K.S.); (D.G.A.); (L.M.); (T.R.)
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- Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, School of Medicine, Democritus University of Thrace, Dragana, 68100 Alexandroupolis, Greece; (G.E.D.); (C.A.K.)
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- Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, School of Medicine, Democritus University of Thrace, Dragana, 68100 Alexandroupolis, Greece; (G.E.D.); (C.A.K.)
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- Department of Basic Psychology & Methodology, Faculty of Psychology, University of Murcia, 30100 Murcia, Spain;
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- Instituto Politécnico de Santarém, Escola Superior Agraria, 2001-904 Santarém, Portugal; (R.J.); (V.A.)
- Life Quality Research Centre (CIEQV), IPSantarém/IPLeiria, 2040-413 Rio Maior, Portugal
- Correspondence: (P.P.); (M-T.G.-C.); Tel.: +34-(968)396-276 (M-T.G.-C.)
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- Research Group on Quality, Safety and Bioactivity of Plant Foods, Centro de Edafología y Biología Aplicada del Segura-Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CEBAS-CSIC), Campus de Espinardo, P.O. Box 164, 30100 Murcia, Spain
- Correspondence: (P.P.); (M-T.G.-C.); Tel.: +34-(968)396-276 (M-T.G.-C.)
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Milenkovic T, Bozhinovska N, Macut D, Bjekic-Macut J, Rahelic D, Velija Asimi Z, Burekovic A. Mediterranean Diet and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Perpetual Inspiration for the Scientific World. A Review. Nutrients 2021; 13:1307. [PMID: 33920947 PMCID: PMC8071242 DOI: 10.3390/nu13041307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2021] [Revised: 04/11/2021] [Accepted: 04/13/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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For the past 80 years, the effect of the Mediterranean diet on overall health has been a constant topic of interest among medical and scientific researchers. Parallel with the persistent global rise of cases of type 2 diabetes, many studies conducted in the past 20 years have shown the benefits of the Mediterranean lifestyle for people with, or at risk of developing, type 2 diabetes mellitus. However, despite the large body of evidence, concerns exist amongst scientists regarding the reliability of the data related to this topic. This review offers a glimpse of the onset of the Mediterranean diet and follows its significant impact on the prevention and treatment of type 2 diabetes. There is a constant rise in type 2 diabetes cases on the Balkan Peninsula and North Macedonia in particular. Having in mind that North Macedonia, as well as most of the countries on the Balkans have low to middle income, there is a need for a certain affordable dietary pattern to ameliorate the rise in diabetes incidence, as well as improve the glycemic control. We did a review based on the available literature regarding Mediterranean diet and people with or at risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus, its effects on glycemic control, lipid profile and metabolic outcome.
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- Tatjana Milenkovic
- Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases, University Clinic of Endocrinology, 1000 Skopje, North Macedonia
- Medical Faculty, University “St. Cyril and Methodius”, 1000 Skopje, North Macedonia
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- Department of Endocrinology, Private Clinical Hospital “Acibadem Sistina”, 1000 Skopje, North Macedonia;
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- Clinic of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia;
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- Department of Endocrinology, CHC Bezanijska Kosa, Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia;
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- “Vuk Vrhovac” University Clinic for Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases, “Merkur” Univeristy Hospital, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia;
- School of Medicine, University of Zagreb, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
- School of Medicine, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, 31000 Osijek, Croatia
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- Sarajevo Medical School, SSST University, 71210 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina;
- Outpatient Clinic “Altamedica-Beta”, Zmaja od Bosne 7, 71000 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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- Faculty of Medicine, Sarajevo University, 71000 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina;
- Department of Endocrinology and Diabetes, Clinical Center of Sarajevo University, 71000 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Izzo L, Santonastaso A, Cotticelli G, Federico A, Pacifico S, Castaldo L, Colao A, Ritieni A. An Italian Survey on Dietary Habits and Changes during the COVID-19 Lockdown. Nutrients 2021; 13:1197. [PMID: 33916384 PMCID: PMC8065756 DOI: 10.3390/nu13041197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2021] [Revised: 03/26/2021] [Accepted: 04/02/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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The World Health Organization has declared the coronavirus outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern; the outbreak has led to lockdowns in several parts of the world, and sudden changes in people's lifestyles. This study explores the impact of the first coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic period on dietary habits, lifestyle changes, and adherence to the Mediterranean diet among the Italian population, through an online questionnaire, conducted from April to May 2020, involving 1519 participants. The 14-point Mediterranean Diet Adherence Screener (MEDAS) highlighted a medium Mediterranean diet adherence in 73.5% of responders, which principally included the younger population, aged 18-30 years (p < 0.05). In regards to changes in eating habits, 33.5% of responders declared an influence of the pandemic period on nutritional practice. A decrease in alcohol consumption was reported by 81% of responders, while an increase in frozen food consumption was reported by 81.3% of responders. In addition, 58.8% reported positive weight modification (40.8%, +1-3 kg); physical activity reduction was reported for 70.5% of responders. Our study contributes toward amplifying the investigation on the dietary habits and changes of the Italian population during the COVID-19 lockdown, although the pandemic is ongoing. Similar studies should be performed around the world to understand how the emergency has impacted people's habits.
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- Luana Izzo
- Department of Pharmacy, University of Naples “Federico II”, Via Domenico Montesano 49, 80131 Naples, Italy;
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- Department of Precision Medicine, Hepatogastroenterology Division, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy; (A.S.); (G.C.); (A.F.)
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- Department of Precision Medicine, Hepatogastroenterology Division, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy; (A.S.); (G.C.); (A.F.)
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- Department of Precision Medicine, Hepatogastroenterology Division, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy; (A.S.); (G.C.); (A.F.)
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- Department of Environmental, Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technologies, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Via Vivaldi 43, 81100 Caserta, Italy;
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Naples “Federico II”, Via Domenico Montesano 49, 80131 Naples, Italy;
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Unit of Endocrinology, University Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy;
- UNESCO Chair on Health Education and Sustainable Development, “Federico II” University, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Naples “Federico II”, Via Domenico Montesano 49, 80131 Naples, Italy;
- UNESCO Chair on Health Education and Sustainable Development, “Federico II” University, 80131 Naples, Italy
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