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Toro-Román V, Bartolomé I, Siquier-Coll J, Robles-Gil MC, Muñoz D, Maynar-Mariño M. Analysis of Intracellular and Extracellular Selenium Concentrations: Differences According to Training Level. Nutrients 2022; 14:1857. [PMID: 35565824 PMCID: PMC9102273 DOI: 10.3390/nu14091857] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2022] [Revised: 04/27/2022] [Accepted: 04/28/2022] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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Trace mineral element concentrations are under homeostatic control. Selenium (Se) is a very important micronutrient for the antioxidant and immune system. Se metabolism could be modified due to physical training. This research aimed to analyze the extracellular (plasma, urine and serum) and intracellular (platelets and erythrocytes) concentrations of Se in athletes and to compare it with subjects with low levels of physical training. Forty young men divided into a control group (CG; n = 20; 19.25 ± 0.39 years) and a training group (TG; n = 20; 18.15 ± 0.27 years) participated in this study. The TG was formed by semi-professional soccer players. The analysis of Se was determined by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry. The TG obtained higher values of maximum oxygen consumption and muscle percentage (p < 0.05). The TG showed reduced absolute (p < 0.01) and relative (p < 0.05) Se concentrations in erythrocytes and platelets in comparison to CG. Trace element assessments should not be limited only to extracellular compartments as there could be deficiencies at the intracellular level.
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- Víctor Toro-Román
- School of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, Avenida de la Universidad s/n, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (V.T.-R.); (I.B.); (M.C.R.-G.); (M.M.-M.)
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- School of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, Avenida de la Universidad s/n, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (V.T.-R.); (I.B.); (M.C.R.-G.); (M.M.-M.)
- Department of Didactics, Faculty of Education, Pontifical University of Salamanca, C/Henry Collet, 52–70, 37007 Salamanca, Spain
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- SER Research Group, Center of Higher Education Alberta Giménez (Affiliated to Comillas Pontifical University), 07011 Palma de Mallorca, Spain;
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- School of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, Avenida de la Universidad s/n, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (V.T.-R.); (I.B.); (M.C.R.-G.); (M.M.-M.)
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- School of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, Avenida de la Universidad s/n, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (V.T.-R.); (I.B.); (M.C.R.-G.); (M.M.-M.)
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- School of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, Avenida de la Universidad s/n, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (V.T.-R.); (I.B.); (M.C.R.-G.); (M.M.-M.)
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Association between Parameters Related to Oxidative Stress and Trace Minerals in Athletes. SUSTAINABILITY 2020. [DOI: 10.3390/su12124966] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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The aim of the present study was to evaluate the basal concentrations of malondialdehyde (MDA) nonenzymatic antioxidants, such as ascorbic acid, α-tocopherol, and retinol in plasma or erythrocytes, and the plasma concentrations of 16 trace minerals in endurance athletes from Extremadura (Spain). In addition, we aimed to assess the possible relationships between some parameters related to cellular oxidative stress with plasma concentrations of some trace minerals. Sixty-two national long-distance men athletes participated in this study. The parameters related to oxidative stress and antioxidant activity were analyzed through high pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC), and trace minerals analysis was performed by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). We found that plasma MDA was positively correlated with selenium and rubidium. Plasma ascorbic acid was positively correlated with manganese and negatively correlated with cobalt and cadmium. Erythrocyte ascorbic acid was related to arsenic and cesium. Plasma α-tocopherol correlated with copper and manganese negatively and positively with arsenic. Erythrocyte α-tocopherol was positively related to copper, rubidium, and lithium. The findings show that athletes with a high degree of training should monitor their intake and concentrations of α-tocopherol for its fundamental role of neutralizing the excess of reactive oxygen species produced by exercise and the prooxidant effects of several minerals such as arsenic, copper, and lithium.
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Siquier-Coll J, Bartolomé I, Pérez-Quintero M, Muñoz D, Robles MC, Maynar-Mariño M. Influence of a high-temperature programme on serum, urinary and sweat levels of selenium and zinc. J Therm Biol 2020; 88:102492. [PMID: 32125980 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtherbio.2019.102492] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2019] [Revised: 11/28/2019] [Accepted: 12/23/2019] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The effect of hyperthermia on the antioxidant system in the human organism is well known. AIM The objective of this study was to observe the effects of heat on the concentration of Se and Zn, elements related to antioxidant systems. METHODS Twenty-nine subjects voluntarily participated in this study. They were divided into a control group (CG; n = 14) and an experimental group (EG; n = 15). All of them underwent two incremental tests until exhaustion in normothermia (22 °C, 20-40%RH) and hyperthermia (42 °C, 20-40%RH). EG experienced nine sessions of repeated heat exposure at high temperatures (100 °C, 20%RH) for three weeks (HEHT). After the intervention, the initial measurements were repeated. Urine and blood samples were collected before and after each test. Additionally, sweat samples were collected after tests in hyperthermia. RESULTS There were no significant changes in serum. An increase in the elimination of Zn and Se in EG was observed in urine after HEHT (p < .05). The elimination of Zn by sweating decreased after HEHT in EG (p < .05). CONCLUSIONS Exposure to heat at high temperatures increases the urinary excretion of Se and Zn.
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- J Siquier-Coll
- Department of Physiology. School of Sport Sciences. University of Extremadura, Spain.
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- Department of Physiology. School of Sport Sciences. University of Extremadura, Spain
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- Department of Physiology. School of Sport Sciences. University of Extremadura, Spain
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- Department of Physical Education and Sport, Sport Sciences Faculty, University of Extremadura, Cáceres, Spain
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- Department of Physical Education and Sport, Sport Sciences Faculty, University of Extremadura, Cáceres, Spain
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- Department of Physiology. School of Sport Sciences. University of Extremadura, Spain
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Influence of a 6-month physical training program on serum and urinary concentrations of trace metals in middle distance elite runners. J Int Soc Sports Nutr 2019; 16:53. [PMID: 31727101 PMCID: PMC6857336 DOI: 10.1186/s12970-019-0322-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2018] [Accepted: 11/05/2019] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Background The aim of this survey was to determine the effects of an aerobic physical training program of six months duration on the serum and urinary concentrations of essential trace elements among middle distance runners and untrained, non-sportsmen participants. Methods 24 well-trained, middle-distance (1500 and 5000 m), aerobic male runners (AG) were recruited at the beginning of their training season and 26 untrained males formed the control group (CG). All participants were from the same region of Spain, and all of them had been living in this area for at least two years. Serum and urine of samples of Cobalt (Co), Copper (Cu), Manganese (Mn), Molybdenum (Mo), Selenium (Se), Vanadium (V) and Zinc (Zn) were obtained at the beginning of the training season, and six months later, from all participants. All samples were analyzed with inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). Results Two-way ANOVA showed significant differences relative to group effect in serum concentrations of Co, Cu, Mn, Mo, Se and Zn. Attending to time effect, there were differences in Mn (p = 0.003) and Zn (p = 0.001). The group x time interaction revealed differences only in the case of Mn (p = 0.04). In urine, significant differences between group were obtained in Co, Cu, Mn, Se and V. Time effect showed changes in Co, Cy, Mo and Se. Finally, the group and time interaction revealed significant differences in urinary Cu (p = 0.001), Mn (p = 0.01) and Se (p = 0.001). Conclusions A six-month aerobic training program for well-trained athletes induced modifications in the body values of several minerals, a fact which may reflect adaptive responses to physical exercise. The obtained data could be interesting for physicians or coaches in order to consider specific modifications in sportsmen’s diets as well as to determine specific nutritional supplementation strategies.
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Maynar M, Muñoz D, Alves J, Barrientos G, Grijota FJ, Robles MC, Llerena F. Influence of an Acute Exercise Until Exhaustion on Serum and Urinary Concentrations of Molybdenum, Selenium, and Zinc in Athletes. Biol Trace Elem Res 2018; 186:361-369. [PMID: 29623649 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-018-1327-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2018] [Accepted: 03/26/2018] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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The aim of the present study was to determine changes occurring in serum and urine concentrations of essential trace elements with proven essentiality (molybdenum, selenium, and zinc) as a result of performing an acute physical activity until exhaustion in middle- and long-distance runners who live in the same area of Extremadura (Spain). Twenty-one Spanish national middle- and long-distance runners and 26 sedentary students of a similar age were recruited for the study. Both groups ran on a treadmill until exhaustion, starting at a speed of 10 and 8 km/h, respectively, and increasing the speed at 1 km/h every 400 m, without modifying the slope, always within the recommended parameters. Serum and urine samples were obtained from all subjects before and after the tests. Analysis of trace metals was performed by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). Resting serum and urinary concentrations between groups were compared using the Student t test, and the Wilcoxon test was used to analyze the trends of changes before and after the effort. The results showed that molybdenum concentrations were significantly higher in athletes than in controls (p < 0.01). Selenium (p < 0.05) and zinc (p < 0.01) concentrations were significantly lower in athletes than in controls. When we compared the serum concentrations before and after the test in the controls, only in the case of selenium (p = 0.006), a significant increase was observed after the test. However, this signification disappears with the corrections for hematocrit. Athletes' serum concentrations of Se (p = 0.004) and Zn (p = 0.005) lowered at the end of the test. Also, the results showed that there were no statistical urinary concentration (expressed in μg/g creatinine) changes in Mo and Se. Zn urinary concentration increased at the end of exercise (p = 0.018), since an incremental exercise to exhaustion in middle- and long-distance elite athletes produces a decrease in Se and Zn serum concentrations but Zn urinary concentration increased. In conclusion, athletes show higher serum concentrations of molybdenum and lower serum concentrations of selenium and zinc than sedentary subjects. Additionally, a treadmill test until exhaustion provokes a decrease in serum concentration of selenium and zinc and a higher excretion of urinary zinc. Serum concentrations of Se and Zn should be carried out in order to avoid any possible deficit cases and to establish the optimal supplementation.
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- Marcos Maynar
- Sport Sciences Faculty, University of Extremadura, Avenida de la Universidad s/n, 10003, Cáceres, Spain
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- Sport Sciences Faculty, University of Extremadura, Avenida de la Universidad s/n, 10003, Cáceres, Spain.
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- Education Faculty, University of Salamanca, Henry Collet, 52-70, 37007, Salamanca, Spain
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- Education Faculty, University of Salamanca, Henry Collet, 52-70, 37007, Salamanca, Spain
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- Education Faculty, University of Extremadura, Avenida de la Universidad s/n, 10003, Cáceres, Spain
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- Sport Sciences Faculty, University of Extremadura, Avenida de la Universidad s/n, 10003, Cáceres, Spain
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- School of Medicine, University of Extremadura, Avda. de Elvas s/n, 06071, Badajoz, Spain
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Lazović M, Milenković J, Bojanić N, Bojanić Z. PATHOPHYSIOLOGICAL A SPECTS OF OLIGOELEMENT SUPPLEMENTATION IN A THLETES. ACTA MEDICA MEDIANAE 2018. [DOI: 10.5633/amm.2018.0208] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Maynar M, Llerena F, Bartolomé I, Alves J, Robles MC, Grijota FJ, Muñoz D. Seric concentrations of copper, chromium, manganesum, nickel and selenium in aerobic, anaerobic and mixed professional sportsmen. J Int Soc Sports Nutr 2018; 15:8. [PMID: 29449792 PMCID: PMC5812230 DOI: 10.1186/s12970-018-0212-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2017] [Accepted: 02/09/2018] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background The aim of the present study was to determine changes in serum concentrations of trace elements Cooper (Cu), Chromiun (Cr), Manganesum (Mn), Nickel (Ni) and Selenium (Se) in high-level sportsmen. Methods Eighty professional athletes of different metabolic modalities, were recruited before the start of their training period. Thirty one sedentary participants of the same geographic area constituted the control group. Cu, Cr, Mn, Ni and Se analysis was performed by Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS). Results Higher concentrations of Cr (p < 0.001), Mn (p < 0.085), and Ni (p < 0.001) were found in sportsmen in comparison to controls, inversely, Se values were lower (p < 0.001) among sportsmen. When sportsmen were classified by metabolic modalities, it was found that aerobic-anaerobic group had higher (p < 0.01) Cu concentrations than controls and the other sportsmen. The highest Cr values were found in aerobic participants. For Mn, the major levels were found in aerobic and aerobic-anaerobic groups as well (p < 0.001). The lowest Se levels were found among anaerobic sportsmen (p < 0.001). Conclusion This research showed that daily, continuum physical training induced alterations in serum essential minerals concentrations, as well as that these changes can be dependent of the exercise modality practiced.
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- Marcos Maynar
- 1Department of Physiology, School of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, University Avenue, 10003 Cáceres, Spain
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- 2Department of Medical-Surgical Therapeutics, School of Medicine, University of Extremadura, Elvas Avenue, 06071 Badajoz, Spain
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- 1Department of Physiology, School of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, University Avenue, 10003 Cáceres, Spain
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- 3Department of Sport Sciences, School of Sport Sciences, Pontifical University of Salamanca, Henry Collet Street, 53, 37007 Salamanca, Spain
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- 4Department of Physical Education and Sport, School of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, University Avenue, 10003 Cáceres, Spain
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- 3Department of Sport Sciences, School of Sport Sciences, Pontifical University of Salamanca, Henry Collet Street, 53, 37007 Salamanca, Spain
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- 4Department of Physical Education and Sport, School of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, University Avenue, 10003 Cáceres, Spain
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Skalny AA, Medvedeva YS, Alchinova IB, Gatiatulina ER, Radysh IV, Karganov MY, Skalny AV, Nikonorov AA, Tinkov AA. Zinc supplementation modifies trace element status in exercised rats. J Appl Biomed 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jab.2016.09.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022] Open
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Zaitseva IP, Skalny AA, Tinkov AA, Berezkina ES, Grabeklis AR, Skalny AV. The influence of physical activity on hair toxic and essential trace element content in male and female students. Biol Trace Elem Res 2015; 163:58-66. [PMID: 25388755 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-014-0172-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2014] [Accepted: 10/31/2014] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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The primary aim of the current study is to estimate the effect of different physical activity levels on hair trace element content in male and female students. A total of 113 students (59 women and 54 men) of P. G. Demidov Yaroslavl State University (Yaroslavl, Russia) took part in the current investigation. According to the level of the physical activity, all students were divided into three groups: high, medium, and low physical activity. Essential and toxic metal content (μg/g) in hair samples was assessed by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry using NexION 300D + NWR213 (Perkin-Elmer, USA). The obtained data show that hair iodine, zinc, arsenic, nickel, and tin levels are not related to physical activity in male and female students. At the same time, increased physical activity is associated with decreased hair copper, vanadium, bismuth, and mercury content in comparison to the low physical activity groups. Students with higher physical activity are also characterized by significantly higher hair cobalt, iron, manganese, selenium, cadmium, lithium, and lead concentrations. Finally, statistical analysis has revealed maximal gender differences in hair trace element content in the high physical activity groups, whereas in the low activity groups, the hair metal concentrations were nearly similar in females and males.
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- Irina P Zaitseva
- Department of Physical Education and Sport, Yaroslavl State University, Sovetskaya st., 14, Yaroslavl, Russia, 150000
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Karunasinghe N, Han DY, Zhu S, Duan H, Ko YJ, Yu JF, Triggs CM, Ferguson LR. Effects of supplementation with selenium, as selenized yeast, in a healthy male population from New Zealand. Nutr Cancer 2013; 65:355-66. [PMID: 23530634 DOI: 10.1080/01635581.2013.760743] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Selenium (Se) supplementation was tested in a group of healthy men from Auckland, New Zealnd with selenized yeast (Selplex, 200 μg/day) as the supplementation mode. A set of biomarkers, including DNA damage levels and seleno-antioxidant enzyme levels, were evaluated at pre- and postsupplementation time points. Supplementation produced significant increases in serum Se levels, red blood cell (RBC) thioredoxin reductase (TR) activity and peroxide-induced DNA damage, when the mean baseline serum Se level was 110 ng/ml. Those with higher baseline serum Se levels gained less serum Se and showed a significant reduction of RBC glutathione peroxidase (GPx) activity by supplementation. The optimum benefits of supplementation on DNA stability are observed when the serum Se level reaches between >120 and <160 ng/ml. However, the most significant observation was that those with highest baseline DNA damage benefit the most from Se supplementation, whereas those having lower baseline DNA damage are disadvantaged. A dose of 200 μg/day selenized yeast was also shown to be a safer supplementation option compared to a similar dose of selenomethionine (SeMet). This study highlights the requirement for prestratification of a population by standing serum Se level and baseline DNA damage level, before any Se supplementation is carried out.
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- Nishi Karunasinghe
- Auckland Cancer Society Research Centre, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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Palasuwan A, Margaritis I, Soogarun S, Rousseau AS. Dietary intakes and antioxidant status in mind-body exercising pre- and postmenopausal women. J Nutr Health Aging 2011; 15:577-84. [PMID: 21808936 DOI: 10.1007/s12603-011-0060-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The decline in antioxidant defenses due to both estrogen loss and frequent adoption of poor dietary choices exposes postmenopausal women to cardiovascular diseases. Adequate nutrition and physical exercise are two factors of health promotion. This study investigated whether regular practice of mind-body exercise (yoga and/or tai chi) alters dietary intake and antioxidant status and balances the menopause-related increases in lipid peroxidation and cardiovascular risk. DESIGN Cross-sectional study. SETTING The study was conducted in an urban community in Bangkok (Thailand) between May and August 2007. PARTICIPANTS Premenopausal (Pre M; 39±8 yrs; n=56) and postmenopausal (Post M; 54±5 yrs; n=39) women who had been practicing yoga (Y) and/or tai chi (TC) more than 3 hours/week for a year, or who had no regular physical activity practice (sedentary, S). MEASUREMENTS All participants completed food frequency questionnaires and 4-day food and activity records. Blood was collected on day 5. Factorial ANOVA tests were performed according to menopause status, exercise, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) groups. RESULTS Post M had higher (p = 0.01) dietary fiber intake compared with Pre M. Yoga practitioners had lower BMI (p = 0.004) and lower fat intake (p = 0.02) compared with their S and TC counterparts. Plasma total antioxidant status was significantly and independently lower and higher in Y and Post M groups, respectively. However, no difference was shown after adjusting for BMI. Regardless of menopause status and HRT, the activity of erythrocyte glutathione peroxidase - an aerobic training-responsive enzyme - was higher (p < 0.001) in TC practitioners compared with other groups. No effects were shown on erythrocyte superoxide dismutase activity, plasma lipid peroxidation (TBARS) or total homocysteine concentrations. CONCLUSION Yoga and tai chi exercises can be used as components of a strategy to promote healthy lifestyles (balanced diet and moderate intensity exercise) in vulnerable populations, such as menopausal women, in order to prevent aging induced oxidative stress-related diseases.
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- A Palasuwan
- Université de Nice Sophia-Antipolis, Nice, FRANCE.
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Garcin M, Doussot L, Mille-Hamard L, Billat V. Athletes' dietary intake was closer to French RDA's than those of young sedentary counterparts. Nutr Res 2010; 29:736-42. [PMID: 19917454 DOI: 10.1016/j.nutres.2009.10.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2009] [Revised: 10/06/2009] [Accepted: 10/07/2009] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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It has been demonstrated that athletes' dietary intake was relatively well-balanced according to the recommended dietary allowances (RDAs). In contrast, other studies have shown that athletes may have low energy intake or imbalance of protein and fat and insufficient minerals and vitamins. Nonetheless, we hypothesized that practicing a sport may allow young adults to have a nutritional status closer to recommended values. The purpose of this experiment was to study the nutritional status of young French adults, particularly to compare the nutritional status of trained young male and female athletes to those of young sedentary control subjects, and to national RDAs. A total of 85 young adults were recruited and filled a 4-day food and physical activity record. Dietary intake, energy expenditure, energy balance, carbohydrate, protein, fat, water, vitamins, and minerals were recorded. Data were analyzed with a software Nutrilog and statistics with Sigma Stat. Energy intake values were 9874 +/- 3050 kJ for the athletes and 7506 +/- 1845 kJ for control subjects. Athletes' nutritional status was closer to French RDAs than those of sedentary subjects who present a lower energy intake, a greater percentage of the energy intake from fat and lower values for minerals and vitamins. In conclusion, practicing a sport may allow athletes to balance their energy intake and expenditure and could be a good way to have a nutritional status closer to RDAs. Educational programs for students on proper food selection, eating habits and physical activity are needed to improve the nutritional status of these young French adults, particularly in sedentary students.
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Haggett E, Magdesian KG, Maas J, Puschner B, Higgins J, Fiack C. Whole blood selenium concentrations in endurance horses. Vet J 2009; 186:192-6. [PMID: 19695911 DOI: 10.1016/j.tvjl.2009.07.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2009] [Revised: 07/13/2009] [Accepted: 07/25/2009] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Exercise causes an increase in the production of reactive oxygen species, which can result in oxidant/antioxidant disequilibrium. Deficiency of antioxidants can further alter this balance in favor of pro-oxidation. Selenium (Se) is one of many antioxidant catalysts, as a component of the glutathione peroxidase enzymes. Soils and forages vary widely in Se concentration and a deficient diet can lead to sub-clinical or clinical deficiency in horses. Endurance horses are prone to oxidative stress during long periods of aerobic exercise and their performance could be affected by Se status. This study investigated the blood Se concentration in a group of endurance horses (n=56) residing and competing in California, a state containing several regions that tend to produce Se-deficient forages. The rate of Se deficiency in this group of horses was low, with only one horse being slightly below the reference range. Higher blood Se concentrations were not associated with improved performance in terms of ride time. There was no significant difference in Se concentration between horses that completed the ride and those that were disqualified, although blood Se concentrations were significantly higher in horses that received oral Se supplementation. An increase in blood Se concentration was observed following exercise and this warrants further study.
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- Emily Haggett
- William R. Pritchard Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, CA 95616, USA
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Physical training is known to induce a biochemical adaptive response which might require an increase in the ingestion and/or the absorption of micronutrients. A question that is still being raised is whether acute or chronic exercise modifies antioxidant requirements. First, the present review brings to light the most crucial studies on the topic. Second, it interprets the established relationships between antioxidant micronutrient intakes and the adaptive response of antioxidant systems. Finally, it exposes the major questions connected with antioxidant micronutrient requirements for athletes. To this effect, the training-load interaction with nutrition is taken into account. As oxidative stress cannot be avoided, the imbalance between oxidants and antioxidants can be alleviated to minimise oxidative damage and outcomes. There is growing evidence that one specific antioxidant cannot by itself prevent oxidative stress-induced damage, as direct adverse effects of supplementation are attributed to undesirable synergic effects. Other effects can be supposed that limit the endogenous adaptive effect of training. High doses of antioxidant supplements can minimise the effects of radical oxygen species themselves or generate pro-oxidant effects. Effects are only exhibited when nutritional status is deficient. There are no convincing effects of supplementation in well-trained athletes. Risk/benefit analysis emerges on evidence for an unknown risk of supranutritional intakes, a supposed impairment of adaptive effects and a still unknown long-term risk. Appropriate status can be achieved by a diversified and balanced diet, adapted to specific needs, by awareness of high-density food intakes (avoiding products containing a low density of micronutrients).
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Hawkes WC, Keim NL, Diane Richter B, Gustafson MB, Gale B, Mackey BE, Bonnel EL. High-selenium yeast supplementation in free-living North American men: no effect on thyroid hormone metabolism or body composition. J Trace Elem Med Biol 2008; 22:131-42. [PMID: 18565425 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2007.11.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2007] [Revised: 10/05/2007] [Accepted: 11/29/2007] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
Abstract
In a prior study, we observed decreased serum 3,3',5-triiodothyronine (T(3)), increased serum thyrotropin and increased body weight in five men fed 297 microg/d of selenium (Se) in foods naturally high in Se while confined in a metabolic research unit. In an attempt to replicate and confirm those observations, we conducted a randomized study of high-Se yeast supplements (300 microg/d) or placebo yeast administered to 42 healthy free-living men for 48 weeks. Serum thyroxine, T(3) and thyrotropin did not change in supplemented or control subjects. Body weight increased in both groups during the 48-week treatment period and remained elevated for the 48-week follow-up period. Body fat increased by 1.2 kg in both groups. Energy intake and voluntary activity levels were not different between the groups and remained unchanged during the treatment period. Dietary intakes of Se, macronutrients and micronutrients were not different between groups and remained unchanged during the treatment period. These results suggest that our previous observation of a hypothyroidal response to high-Se foods was confounded by some aspect of the particular foods used, or were merely chance observations. Because of the high dose and long administration period, the present study suggests that the effects of Se supplements on thyroid hormone metabolism and energy metabolism in healthy North American men with adequate Se status do not represent a significant risk for unhealthy weight gain.
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Affiliation(s)
- Wayne Chris Hawkes
- Western Human Nutrition Research Center, Agricultural Research Service, United States Department of Agriculture, University of California at Davis, 430 West Health Sciences Drive, Davis, CA 95616, USA.
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Mineral nutrients, vitamins, and trace elements are essential for the growth and development of a multicellular organism. Today, an adequate supply of nutrients is often unattainable solely through a well-balanced diet, so a targeted, individually designed dietary supplement regime is necessary. Nutrient deficiency, which is impossible to detect through plasma levels alone, is reliably detected through the intracellular measurement of the nutrient levels in the blood. Two case studies presented here indicate the need for supplementation as improvement in nutritional behavior could not replenish already exhausted nutrient reservoirs. Only supplementation was able to significantly boost nutrient levels and confer beneficial effects on general welfare, physical performance, and resistance to infections. Therefore, it appears that nutritional supplements are advisable for everyone, but more research is needed, especially on an intracellular level, to corroborate these findings.
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