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Bez NS, Haddad J, Tedde GS, Rose K, Ivanov AV, Milazzo M, Wickart J, Casale G, D'Ascanio M, Van der Horst K, Herter-Aeberli I, Bogl LH. Development of a diet quality score and adherence to the Swiss dietary recommendations for vegans. JOURNAL OF HEALTH, POPULATION, AND NUTRITION 2024; 43:17. [PMID: 38291526 PMCID: PMC10829326 DOI: 10.1186/s41043-024-00498-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2023] [Accepted: 01/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/01/2024]
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BACKGROUND Vegan diets have recently gained popularity in Switzerland as well as globally. The aim of the present study was to develop a diet quality score for vegans (DQS-V) based on the Swiss dietary recommendations for vegans. METHODS The dataset included 52 healthy vegan adults. Dietary intake data were assessed by three-day weighed food records. Body weight and height were measured, and a venous blood sample for the analysis of vitamin and mineral status was collected. Spearman rank correlation coefficients were used due to not-normally distributed data. Dietary patterns were identified using principal component analysis (PCA). RESULTS The DQS-V score (mean ± SD) was 48.9 ± 14.7. Most vegans adhered to the recommended portions of vegetables, vitamin C-rich vegetables, fruits, omega-3-rich nuts, fats and oils, and iodized salt. However, the intake of green leafy vegetables, vitamin C-rich fruits, wholegrains, legumes, nuts and seeds, selenium-rich nuts, zero caloric liquid, and calcium-fortified foods was suboptimal. The sample overconsumed sweet-, salty-, fried foods, and alcohol. The DQS-V had a significantly positive correlation with intakes of fibre, polyunsaturated fatty acids, potassium, zinc, and phosphorus intakes (p's < 0.05) but was negatively correlated with vitamin B12 and niacin intakes (p's < 0.05). Two dietary patterns were derived from PCA: 1) refined grains and sweets and 2) wholegrains and nuts. The correlation between the DQS-V and the first dietary pattern was negative (- 0.41, p = 0.004) and positive for the second dietary pattern (0.37, p = 0.01). The refined grains and sweets dietary pattern was inversely correlated with beta-carotene status (- 0.41, p = 0.004) and vitamin C status (r = - 0.51, p = 0.0002). CONCLUSION The newly developed DQS-V provides a single score for estimating diet quality among vegan adults. Further validation studies examining the DQS-V in relation to an independent dietary assessment method and to biomarkers of nutritional intake and status are still needed before the general application of the DQS-V.
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- Natalie S Bez
- Department Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Professions, Bern University of Applied Sciences, Murtenstrasse 10, 3008, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Professions, Bern University of Applied Sciences, Murtenstrasse 10, 3008, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Professions, Bern University of Applied Sciences, Murtenstrasse 10, 3008, Bern, Switzerland
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- Swiss Working Group for Vegetarian Diets, Swiss Association of Registered Dietitians (SVDE), Altenbergstrasse 29, 3000, Bern, Switzerland
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- Swiss Working Group for Vegetarian Diets, Swiss Association of Registered Dietitians (SVDE), Altenbergstrasse 29, 3000, Bern, Switzerland
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- Swiss Working Group for Vegetarian Diets, Swiss Association of Registered Dietitians (SVDE), Altenbergstrasse 29, 3000, Bern, Switzerland
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- Swiss Working Group for Vegetarian Diets, Swiss Association of Registered Dietitians (SVDE), Altenbergstrasse 29, 3000, Bern, Switzerland
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- Swiss Working Group for Vegetarian Diets, Swiss Association of Registered Dietitians (SVDE), Altenbergstrasse 29, 3000, Bern, Switzerland
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- Swiss Working Group for Vegetarian Diets, Swiss Association of Registered Dietitians (SVDE), Altenbergstrasse 29, 3000, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Professions, Bern University of Applied Sciences, Murtenstrasse 10, 3008, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Professions, Bern University of Applied Sciences, Murtenstrasse 10, 3008, Bern, Switzerland.
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MacMillan Uribe AL, Demment M, Graham ML, Szeszulski J, Rethorst CD, Githinji P, Nelson ME, Strogatz D, Folta SC, Bailey RL, Davis JN, Seguin-Fowler RA. Improvements in dietary intake, behaviors, and psychosocial measures in a community-randomized cardiovascular disease risk reduction intervention: Strong Hearts, Healthy Communities 2.0. Am J Clin Nutr 2023; 118:1055-1066. [PMID: 37717638 PMCID: PMC10636233 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajcnut.2023.09.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2022] [Revised: 09/05/2023] [Accepted: 09/12/2023] [Indexed: 09/19/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevalence has disproportionately risen among midlife and older female adults of rural communities, partly due to poor diet and diet-related behaviors and psychosocial factors that impede healthy eating. OBJECTIVES This study aimed to evaluate the impact of Strong Hearts Healthy Communities 2.0 (SHHC-2.0) on secondary diet-related outcomes between intervention and control participants that align with the dietary goal and behavioral aims of the SHHC-2.0, a CVD risk reduction program. METHODS A community-randomized controlled trial was conducted in rural, medically underserved communities. Participants were female adults ≥40 y who were classified as obese or both overweight and sedentary. Communities were randomized to SHHC-2.0 intervention (n = 5 communities; n = 87 participants) or control (with delayed intervention) (n = 6 communities; n = 95 participants). SHHC-2.0 consisted of 24 wk of twice-weekly experiential nutrition education and group-based physical activity classes led by local health educators. Changes between baseline and end point (24 wk) in dietary intake (24-h recalls), dietary behaviors (e.g., Rapid Eating Assessment for Participants-Short Version [REAP-S] scores) and diet-related psychosocial measures (e.g., Three Factor Eating questionnaire) between groups were analyzed using linear mixed-effects multilevel models. RESULTS At 24 wk, participants from the 5 intervention communities, compared with controls, consumed fewer calories (mean difference [MD]= -211 kcal, 95% CI: -412, -110, P = 0.039), improved overall dietary patterns measured by REAP-S scores (MD: 3.9; 95% CI: 2.26, 5.6; P < 0.001), and improved psychosocial measures (healthy eating attitudes, uncontrolled eating, cognitive restraint, and emotional eating). CONCLUSIONS SHHC-2.0 has strong potential to improve diet patterns and diet-related psychosocial wellbeing consistent with improved cardiovascular health. This trial was registered at www. CLINICALTRIALS gov as NCT03059472.
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- Texas A&M Institute for Advancing Health Through Agriculture, Dallas, TX, United States
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- Texas A&M Institute for Advancing Health Through Agriculture, Dallas, TX, United States
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- Texas A&M Institute for Advancing Health Through Agriculture, Dallas, TX, United States
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- Texas A&M Institute for Advancing Health Through Agriculture, Dallas, TX, United States
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- Texas A&M Institute for Advancing Health Through Agriculture, Dallas, TX, United States
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- Tufts University, Friedman School of Nutrition, Boston, MA, United States
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- Bassett Research Institute, Cooperstown, NY, United States
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- Tufts University, Friedman School of Nutrition, Boston, MA, United States
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- Texas A&M Institute for Advancing Health Through Agriculture, Dallas, TX, United States
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, College of Natural Sciences, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, United States
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Turck D, Bohn T, Castenmiller J, de Henauw S, Hirsch‐Ernst K, Knutsen HK, Maciuk A, Mangelsdorf I, McArdle HJ, Pentieva K, Siani A, Thies F, Tsabouri S, Vinceti M, Crous‐Bou M, Molloy A, Ciccolallo L, de Sesmaisons Lecarré A, Fabiani L, Horvath Z, Karavasiloglou N, Naska A. Scientific opinion on the tolerable upper intake level for folate. EFSA J 2023; 21:e08353. [PMID: 37965303 PMCID: PMC10641704 DOI: 10.2903/j.efsa.2023.8353] [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] [Indexed: 11/16/2023] Open
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Following a request from the European Commission (EC), the EFSA Panel on Nutrition, Novel Foods and Food Allergens (NDA) was asked to deliver a scientific opinion on the revision of the tolerable upper intake level (UL) for folic acid/folate. Systematic reviews of the literature were conducted to assess evidence on priority adverse health effects of excess intake of folate (including folic acid and the other authorised forms, (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid glucosamine and l-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid calcium salts), namely risk of cobalamin-dependent neuropathy, cognitive decline among people with low cobalamin status, and colorectal cancer and prostate cancer. The evidence is insufficient to conclude on a positive and causal relationship between the dietary intake of folate and impaired cognitive function, risk of colorectal and prostate cancer. The risk of progression of neurological symptoms in cobalamin-deficient patients is considered as the critical effect to establish an UL for folic acid. No new evidence has been published that could improve the characterisation of the dose-response between folic acid intake and resolution of megaloblastic anaemia in cobalamin-deficient individuals. The ULs for folic acid previously established by the Scientific Committee on Food are retained for all population groups, i.e. 1000 μg/day for adults, including pregnant and lactating women, 200 μg/day for children aged 1-3 years, 300 μg/day for 4-6 years, 400 μg/day for 7-10 years, 600 μg/day for 11-14 years and 800 μg/day for 15-17 years. A UL of 200 μg/day is established for infants aged 4-11 months. The ULs apply to the combined intake of folic acid, (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid glucosamine and l-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid calcium salts, under their authorised conditions of use. It is unlikely that the ULs for supplemental folate are exceeded in European populations, except for regular users of food supplements containing high doses of folic acid/5-methyl-tetrahydrofolic acid salts.
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Salvio G, Ciarloni A, Gianfelice C, Lacchè F, Sabatelli S, Giacchetti G, Balercia G. The Effects of Polyphenols on Bone Metabolism in Postmenopausal Women: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Control Trials. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:1830. [PMID: 37891909 PMCID: PMC10604028 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12101830] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2023] [Revised: 09/24/2023] [Accepted: 09/28/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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Osteoporosis is a condition favored by the postmenopausal decline in estrogen levels and worsened by oxidative stress (OS). Polyphenols are natural compounds abundantly found in fruits and vegetables, and they exert antioxidant and hormonal effects that could be useful in osteoporosis prevention, as suggested by epidemiological studies showing a lower incidence of fractures in individuals consuming polyphenol-rich diets. The aim of our meta-analysis is to evaluate the effects of polyphenols on bone mineral density (BMD, primary endpoint) and bone turnover markers (BTMs, secondary endpoint) in postmenopausal women. Twenty-one randomized control trials (RCTs) were included in our analysis after in-depth search on PubMed, EMBASE, and Scopus databases. We found that supplementation with polyphenols for 3-36 months exerted no statically significant effects on BMD measured at lumbar spine (sMD: 0.21, 95% CI [-0.08 to 0.51], p = 0.16), femoral neck (sMD: 0.16, 95% CI [-0.23 to 0.55], p = 0.42), total hip (sMD: 0.05, 95% CI [-0.14 to 0.24], p = 0.61), and whole body (sMD: -0.12, 95% CI [-0.42 to 0.17], p = 0.41). Subgroup analysis based on treatment duration showed no statistical significance, but a significant effect on lumbar BMD emerged when studies with duration of 24 months or greater were analyzed separately. On the other hand, we found a significantly slight increase in bone-specific alkaline phosphatase (BALP) levels (sMD: 1.27, 95% CI [1.13 to 1.42], p < 0.0001) and a decrease in pyridinoline (PD) levels (sMD: -0.58, 95% CI [-0.77 to -0.39], p < 0.0001). High heterogeneity among studies and unclear risk of bias in one third of the included studies emerged. A subgroup analysis showed similar effects for different duration of treatment and models of dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) scanner. More robust evidence is needed before recommending the prescription of polyphenols in clinical practice.
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- Endocrinology Clinic, Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Polytechnic University of Marche, 60126 Ancona, Italy; (G.S.); (A.C.); (C.G.); (F.L.); (S.S.); (G.G.)
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Barros MP, Zacarías-Garcia J, Rey F, Zacarías L, Rodrigo MJ. Antioxidant Interactions between Citrus Fruit Carotenoids and Ascorbic Acid in New Models of Animal Cell Membranes. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:1733. [PMID: 37760036 PMCID: PMC10525925 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12091733] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2023] [Revised: 08/23/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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The regular consumption of citrus fruits by humans has been associated with lower incidence of chronic-degenerative diseases, especially those mediated by free radicals. Most of the health-promoting properties of citrus fruits derive from their antioxidant content of carotenoids and ascorbic acid (ASC). In the current work we have investigated the scavenging (against hydroxyl radical) and quenching capacities (against singlet oxygen) of four different carotenoid extracts of citrus fruits in the presence or absence of ASC (μM range) in organic solvent, aqueous solution, micelles and in an innovative biomimicking liposomal system of animal cell membrane (AML). The fruits of four varieties of citrus were selected for their distinctive carotenoid composition (liquid chromatography characterization): 'Nadorcott' mandarin and the sweet oranges 'Valencia late', 'Ruby Valencia' and 'Pinalate' mutant. The quenching activity of citrus carotenoids strongly depended on the biological assemblage: freely diffusible in organic solvent, 'Ruby Valencia' carotenoids (containing lycopene) showed the highest quenching activity, whereas 'Nadorcott' mandarin extracts, rich in β-cryptoxanthin, prevailed in micellar systems. Interestingly, the addition of 10 μM ASC significantly increased the quenching activity of all citrus extracts in micelles: 'Valencia' orange (+53%), 'Pinalate' (+87%), 'Ruby' (4-fold higher) and 'Nadorcott' mandarins (+20%). Accurate C11-BODIPY581/591 fluorescence assays showed solid scavenging activities of all citrus extracts against AML oxidation: 'Valencia' (-61%), 'Pinalate' (-58%) and 'Ruby' oranges (-29%), and 'Nadorcott' mandarins (-70%). Indeed, all four citrus extracts tested here have balanced antioxidant properties; extracts from the 'Nadorcott' mandarin slightly prevailed overall, due, at least in part, to its high content of β-cryptoxanthin. This study depicts some of the antioxidant interactions between citrus fruit carotenoids and ascorbic acid in models of animal cell membranes and reinforces the contribution of them in promoting health benefits for humans.
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- Marcelo P. Barros
- Food Biotechnology Department, Institute of Agrochemistry and Food Technology, Spanish National Research Council (IATA-CSIC), Catedrático Agustín Escardino 7, Paterna, 46980 Valencia, Spain; (J.Z.-G.); (F.R.); (L.Z.)
- Interdisciplinary Program in Health Sciences, Institute of Physical Activity Sciences and Sports (ICAFE), Cruzeiro do Sul University, Rua Galvao Bueno 868, São Paulo 01506-000, Brazil
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- Food Biotechnology Department, Institute of Agrochemistry and Food Technology, Spanish National Research Council (IATA-CSIC), Catedrático Agustín Escardino 7, Paterna, 46980 Valencia, Spain; (J.Z.-G.); (F.R.); (L.Z.)
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- Food Biotechnology Department, Institute of Agrochemistry and Food Technology, Spanish National Research Council (IATA-CSIC), Catedrático Agustín Escardino 7, Paterna, 46980 Valencia, Spain; (J.Z.-G.); (F.R.); (L.Z.)
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- Food Biotechnology Department, Institute of Agrochemistry and Food Technology, Spanish National Research Council (IATA-CSIC), Catedrático Agustín Escardino 7, Paterna, 46980 Valencia, Spain; (J.Z.-G.); (F.R.); (L.Z.)
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- Food Biotechnology Department, Institute of Agrochemistry and Food Technology, Spanish National Research Council (IATA-CSIC), Catedrático Agustín Escardino 7, Paterna, 46980 Valencia, Spain; (J.Z.-G.); (F.R.); (L.Z.)
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Jaworsky K, DeVillez P, Alexander JM, Basu A. Effects of an Eating Pattern Including Colorful Fruits and Vegetables on Management of Gestational Diabetes: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Nutrients 2023; 15:3624. [PMID: 37630814 PMCID: PMC10458836 DOI: 10.3390/nu15163624] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2023] [Revised: 08/15/2023] [Accepted: 08/16/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), defined as abnormal glucose tolerance that presents during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, is a growing issue in the United States and worldwide. If left untreated or poorly controlled, GDM can result in numerous consequences for both the mother and the fetus; thus, it is imperative that different avenues of management for GDM be explored. There is a paucity of studies that examine how lifestyle changes, including dietary and physical activity, affect management of GDM. We examined how counseling on lifestyle changes can affect cardiometabolic risks in women with GDM. We conducted a 12-week randomized controlled trial based on behavioral counseling in which women with GDM (N = 38) were randomized into either a nutrition education (control) (N = 18) group or nutrition intervention (N = 20) group. The nutrition education group were given dietary counseling regarding healthy dietary choices based on USDA guidelines, while the nutrition intervention group were instructed to consume a total of one cup of whole berries and one cup of leafy vegetables daily along with performing postprandial exercise (walking). Blood samples, anthropometric measures, and dietary and physical activity data, recorded in daily food and activity logs, were collected at baseline and at the end of the study and compared between the two groups. Dietary counseling on supplementation with whole berries and leafy vegetables resulted in increased fiber intake, increased antioxidant intake and total serum antioxidant capacity, improved random blood glucose, decreased serum IL-6, and improved HDL cholesterol versus the control group (all p < 0.05). These results highlight that whole berry and leafy vegetable supplementation-based dietary counseling can improve the metabolic pathways involved in gestational diabetes pathogenesis and prognosis. These functional foods must be recommended in the management of pregnancies affected by GDM.
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- Kataryna Jaworsky
- Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV 89154, USA;
- Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, School of Integrated Health Sciences, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV 89154, USA;
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- Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, School of Integrated Health Sciences, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV 89154, USA;
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, UNR School of Medicine, University of Nevada, Reno, NV 89557, USA;
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- Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, School of Integrated Health Sciences, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV 89154, USA;
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Wang X, Wang Y, Ma X, Zhou S, Xu J, Guo Y, Liu L, Liu Y, Gao L, Yuan L. Gender-specific association of SLC19A1 and MTHFR genetic polymorphism with oxidative stress biomarkers and plasma folate levels in older adults. Exp Gerontol 2023; 178:112208. [PMID: 37201763 DOI: 10.1016/j.exger.2023.112208] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2023] [Revised: 05/05/2023] [Accepted: 05/15/2023] [Indexed: 05/20/2023]
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BACKGROUND Plasma folate levels are closely related to antioxidant capacity and are regulated by folate pathway gene polymorphism. However, few studies have explored the gender-specific association of folate pathway gene polymorphism with oxidative stress biomarkers. The present study was designed to explore the gender-specific independent and combined impacts of solute carrier family 19 member 1 (SLC19A1) and methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) genetic polymorphisms on oxidative stress biomarkers in older adults. METHODS A total of 401 subjects were recruited, including 145 males and 256 females. Demographic characteristics of the participants were collected by using a self-administered questionnaire. Fasting venous blood samples were taken for folate pathway gene genotyping, circulating lipids parameters and erythrocyte oxidative stress biomarkers measurement. The difference of genotype distribution and the Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium was calculated by the Chi-square test. The general linear model was applied to compare the plasma folate levels and erythrocyte oxidative stress biomarkers. Multiple linear regression was used to explore the correlation between genetic risk scores and oxidative stress biomarkers. Logistic regression was used to explore the association of genetic risk scores of folate pathway gene with folate deficiency. RESULTS The male subjects have lower plasma folate and HDL-C levels than the female ones, and the male carrying MTHFR rs1801133 (CC) or MTHFR rs2274976 (GA) genotypes have higher erythrocyte SOD activity. The plasma folate levels, erythrocyte SOD and GSH-PX activities were negatively correlated with genetic risk scores in the male subjects. A positive correlation between the genetic risk scores and folate deficiency was observed in the male subjects. CONCLUSIONS There was association between folate pathway gene polymorphism of Solute Carrier Family 19 Member 1 (SLC19A1) and Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase (MTHFR) with erythrocyte SOD and GSH-PX activities, and folate levels in male but not in female aging subjects. Genetic variant of genes involved in folate metabolism has strong impact on plasma folate levels in the male aging subjects. Our data demonstrated that there was a potential interaction of gender and its genetic background in affecting the body's antioxidant capacity and the risk of folate deficiency in aging subjects.
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- Xixiang Wang
- School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, PR China
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- Suzhou Science & Technology Town Hospital, Suzhou, Jiangsu, PR China
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- School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, PR China
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- School of Science, Faculty of Engineering and Science, University of Greenwich, Central Avenue, Chatham ME4 4TB, UK
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- School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, PR China
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- School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, PR China
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- School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, PR China
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- School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, PR China
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- School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, PR China
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- School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, PR China.
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Pincemail J, Rousseau AF, Kaux JF, Cheramy-Bien JP, Bruyère C, Prick J, Stern D, Kaci MM, Maertens De Noordhout B, Albert A, Eubelen C, Goff CL, Misset B, Cavalier E, Charlier C, Meziane S. A Pilot Study on Oxidative Stress during the Recovery Phase in Critical COVID-19 Patients in a Rehabilitation Facility: Potential Utility of the PAOT ® Technology for Assessing Total Anti-Oxidative Capacity. Biomedicines 2023; 11:biomedicines11051308. [PMID: 37238982 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines11051308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2022] [Revised: 03/03/2023] [Accepted: 03/21/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Oxidative stress (OS) could cause various COVID-19 complications. Recently, we have developed the Pouvoir AntiOxydant Total (PAOT®) technology for reflecting the total antioxidant capacity (TAC) of biological samples. We aimed to investigate systemic oxidative stress status (OSS) and to evaluate the utility of PAOT® for assessing TAC during the recovery phase in critical COVID-19 patients in a rehabilitation facility. MATERIALS AND METHODS In a total of 12 critical COVID-19 patients in rehabilitation, 19 plasma OSS biomarkers were measured: antioxidants, TAC, trace elements, oxidative damage to lipids, and inflammatory biomarkers. TAC level was measured in plasma, saliva, skin, and urine, using PAOT and expressed as PAOT-Plasma, -Saliva, -Skin, and -Urine scores, respectively. Plasma OSS biomarker levels were compared with levels from previous studies on hospitalized COVID-19 patients and with the reference population. Correlations between four PAOT scores and plasma OSS biomarker levels were analyzed. RESULTS During the recovery phase, plasma levels in antioxidants (γ-tocopherol, β-carotene, total glutathione, vitamin C and thiol proteins) were significantly lower than reference intervals, whereas total hydroperoxides and myeloperoxidase (a marker of inflammation) were significantly higher. Copper negatively correlated with total hydroperoxides (r = 0.95, p = 0.001). A similar, deeply modified OSS was already observed in COVID-19 patients hospitalized in an intensive care unit. TAC evaluated in saliva, urine, and skin correlated negatively with copper and with plasma total hydroperoxides. To conclude, the systemic OSS, determined using a large number of biomarkers, was always significantly increased in cured COVID-19 patients during their recovery phase. The less costly evaluation of TAC using an electrochemical method could potentially represent a good alternative to the individual analysis of biomarkers linked to pro-oxidants.
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- Joël Pincemail
- Clinical Chemistry, University Hospital of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium
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- Physical Medicine Rehabilitation and Sports Traumatology Department Sports, University Hospital of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, University Hospital of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium
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- Physical Medicine Rehabilitation and Sports Traumatology Department Sports, University Hospital of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium
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- Physical Medicine Rehabilitation and Sports Traumatology Department Sports, University Hospital of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium
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- Veterinary Medicine Faculty, FARAH, University of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium
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- Research Department, Institut Européen des Antioxydants (IEA), Oxystress Technologies PAOTScan, 54500 Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Physical Medicine Rehabilitation and Sports Traumatology Department Sports, University Hospital of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium
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- Biostatistics Department, University Hospital of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium
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- Physical Medicine Rehabilitation and Sports Traumatology Department Sports, University Hospital of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium
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- Clinical Chemistry, University Hospital of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium
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- Intensive Care Department, University Hospital of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium
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- Clinical Chemistry, University Hospital of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium
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- Toxicology Department, University Hospital of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium
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- Research Department, Institut Européen des Antioxydants (IEA), Oxystress Technologies PAOTScan, 54500 Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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Kerstetter K, Bonner D, Cleland K, De Jesús-Martin M, Quintanilla R, Best AL, Hazzard D, Carter J. Social solidarity, social infrastructure, and community food access. AGRICULTURE AND HUMAN VALUES 2023; 40:1-13. [PMID: 37359845 PMCID: PMC10069343 DOI: 10.1007/s10460-023-10428-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/31/2023] [Indexed: 06/28/2023]
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This study examines the case of community resource mobilization within the context of a farmers market incentive program in Washington D.C., USA to illustrate the ways in which providing opportunities for people impacted by food inequities to develop and lead programming can help to promote food access. Through an analysis of interviews with 36 participants in the Produce Plus program, some of whom also served as paid staff and volunteers with the program, this study examines the ways that group-level social interactions among program participants helped to ensure the program was accessible and accountable to the primarily Black communities that it serves. Specifically, we explore a particular set of social interactions, which we collectively term social solidarity, as a community-level form of social infrastructure that program volunteers and participants mobilized to support access to fresh, local food in their communities. We also examine the elements of the Produce Plus program that contributed to the flow of social solidarity within the program, providing insight into the ways in which the structure of food access programs can serve as a social conduit to facilitate or hinder the mobilization of community cultural resources like social solidarity.
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- Katie Kerstetter
- Department of Sociology and Anthropology, George Mason University, 4400 University Drive 3G5, Fairfax, VA 22030 USA
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- Department of Sociology and Anthropology, George Mason University, 4400 University Drive 3G5, Fairfax, VA 22030 USA
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- Department of Sociology and Anthropology, George Mason University, 4400 University Drive 3G5, Fairfax, VA 22030 USA
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- Center for Social Science Research, George Mason University, 4400 University Drive 1H5, Fairfax, VA 22030 USA
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- Center for Social Science Research, George Mason University, 4400 University Drive 1H5, Fairfax, VA 22030 USA
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- Department of Sociology and Anthropology, George Mason University, 4400 University Drive 3G5, Fairfax, VA 22030 USA
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- Department of History, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21218 USA
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- Jordan Curry Carter LLC, 1629 K St. Suite #300 NW, Washington, DC 20006 USA
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Pruteanu LL, Bailey DS, Grădinaru AC, Jäntschi L. The Biochemistry and Effectiveness of Antioxidants in Food, Fruits, and Marine Algae. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:antiox12040860. [PMID: 37107235 PMCID: PMC10135154 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12040860] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2023] [Revised: 03/30/2023] [Accepted: 03/31/2023] [Indexed: 04/05/2023] Open
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It is more effective to maintain good health than to regain it after losing it. This work focuses on the biochemical defense mechanisms against free radicals and their role in building and maintaining antioxidant shields, aiming to show how to balance, as much as possible, the situations in which we are exposed to free radicals. To achieve this aim, foods, fruits, and marine algae with a high antioxidant content should constitute the basis of nutritional elements, since natural products are known to have significantly greater assimilation efficiency. This review also gives the perspective in which the use of antioxidants can extend the life of food products, by protecting them from damage caused by oxidation as well as their use as food additives.
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- Lavinia Lorena Pruteanu
- Department of Chemistry and Biology, North University Center at Baia Mare, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, 430122 Baia Mare, Romania
- Research Center for Functional Genomics, Biomedicine and Translational Medicine, “Iuliu Hațieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400337 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- IOTA Pharmaceuticals Ltd., St Johns Innovation Centre, Cowley Road, Cambridge CB4 0WS, UK
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- Department of Genetics, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, “Ion Ionescu de la Brad” University of Life Sciences of Iaşi, 700490 Iaşi, Romania
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- Institute of Doctoral Studies, Babeş-Bolyai University, 400084 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
- Department of Physics and Chemistry, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, 400114 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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De Bruno A, Gattuso A, Ritorto D, Piscopo A, Poiana M. Effect of Edible Coating Enriched with Natural Antioxidant Extract and Bergamot Essential Oil on the Shelf Life of Strawberries. Foods 2023; 12:foods12030488. [PMID: 36766017 PMCID: PMC9914418 DOI: 10.3390/foods12030488] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2022] [Revised: 01/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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In this study, the effects of the application of edible coatings on the shelf life of the strawberry were evaluated, with the aim of extending the fruit's availability and shelf life while preserving its qualitative characteristics. In particular, the application of edible coatings enriched with a natural antioxidant to strawberries was evaluated for their physicochemical, microbial, and structural properties, during a storage period (up to 14 days) at refrigerated temperature. The experimental plan provided the formulation for edible coatings enriched with different concentrations of a natural antioxidant extract obtained from bergamot (Citrus bergamia Risso) pomace (1, 2.5, and 5%), bergamot essential oil (0.1% v/v and 0.2% v/v), and a synthetic antioxidant, butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT, 100 ppm). Moreover, a control test with untreated strawberries was considered. The enriched gum Arabic coatings provided good results related to the preservation of the qualitative parameters of the strawberries. The samples coated with the antioxidant extract (2.5%, sample D) and bergamot essential oil (0.1%, sample F) showed the best maintenance of the qualitative parameters after 14 days, showing lower decay rates (36% D and 27% F), good acceptability by consumers (between 5 and 6), and good retention of ascorbic acid (>30 mg 100 g-1).
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- Alessandra De Bruno
- Department of AGRARIA, University Mediterranea of Reggio Calabria, 89124 Reggio Calabria, Italy
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- Department of AGRARIA, University Mediterranea of Reggio Calabria, 89124 Reggio Calabria, Italy
- Experimental Station for the Industry of the Essential Oils and Citrus Products SSEA, 89127 Reggio Calabria, Italy
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- Department of AGRARIA, University Mediterranea of Reggio Calabria, 89124 Reggio Calabria, Italy
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- Department of AGRARIA, University Mediterranea of Reggio Calabria, 89124 Reggio Calabria, Italy
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- Department of AGRARIA, University Mediterranea of Reggio Calabria, 89124 Reggio Calabria, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-0965-1694367
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Total Usual Nutrient Intakes and Nutritional Status of United Arab Emirates Children (4 Years-12.9 Years): Findings from the Kids Nutrition and Health Survey (KNHS) 2021. Nutrients 2023; 15:nu15010234. [PMID: 36615891 PMCID: PMC9824044 DOI: 10.3390/nu15010234] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2022] [Revised: 12/27/2022] [Accepted: 12/30/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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This study aims at investigating the anthropometric status and food consumption patterns of children in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and assessing their adherence to nutrient and dietary recommendations. It is a population-based cross-sectional survey of 690 children (4-12.9 years), from 3 major Emirates. Socio-demographic and anthropometric characteristics were collected. Dietary intakes were assessed using the 24-hour recall approach. Of the total sample, 4% were stunted, 8% were wasted and 28% were overweight/obese. A third of participating children consumed above the Estimated Energy Requirement, while the majority's intakes carbohydrate, total fat, and protein were within the recommendations; whereas over 70% and 90% of participants consumed above the WHO daily limits of free sugars and saturated fats, respectively. Inadequate intakes of linoleic acid (36% of children), alpha-linolenic acid (91%) and dietary fiber (100%) were observed. All children failed to meet the recommendation for vitamin D and considerable proportions had inadequate intakes of vitamin A, calcium, zinc, folate, and magnesium. Compared with the American Heart Association/American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations, low dietary adherence was noted for fruits (9%), vegetables (4%), and milk/dairy (14%). These findings may be used in the development of nutritional policies aimed at improving the diets of children in the UAE.
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Dicklin MR, Barron R, Goltz S, Warren J, Boileau T, Pigat S, Maki KC. Fibre and micronutrient intakes among fruit juice consumers and non-consumers in the UK and France: Modelling the effects of consumption of an orange pomace juice product. J Hum Nutr Diet 2022; 35:1230-1244. [PMID: 35174931 DOI: 10.1111/jhn.12995] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2021] [Accepted: 12/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Fruit intake, including consumption of 100% fruit juice, is generally associated with a better diet quality and overall health. However, fruit and vegetable intakes are below recommendations in many countries. METHODS The present study examined fruit juice intake and total energy and nutrient intakes according to juice consumption or non-consumption in participants in the National Dietary and Nutrition Survey Rolling Programme 2014-2016 in the UK (n = 2723) and the Individual and National Study on Food Consumption 2006-2007 (n = 4079) in France. Total energy and nutrient intakes were also estimated for scenarios in which orange juice with pomace was either added to the daily diet or replaced 100% orange juice or beverages containing fruit juice. RESULTS Fruit juice consumers had higher intakes of fruits and vegetables than non-consumers, were more likely to reach 5-a-day targets for fruit and vegetable consumption, and had significantly higher intakes of folate, vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, and fibre. Juice consumers also had higher total energy and sugar intakes, but lower body mass index than non-juice consumers. Modelling consumption of orange juice with pomace increased fibre and potassium intakes in orange juice consumers, and also increased fibre, most micronutrients, and 5-a-day achievements in non-juice consumers. CONCLUSIONS These national survey results demonstrate that fruit juice consumers in the UK and France had higher intakes of fruits and vegetables than fruit juice non-consumers, and significantly higher intakes of several micronutrients and fibre. Furthermore, modelling of consumption of orange juice with pomace increased fibre and select micronutrient intakes, particularly among fruit juice non-consumers.
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- Creme Global, Trinity Technology & Enterprise Campus, Dublin, Ireland
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- Creme Global, Trinity Technology & Enterprise Campus, Dublin, Ireland
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Huang R, Song L, Zhao J, Lei Y, Li T. Differential influences of serum vitamin C on blood pressure based on age and sex in normotensive individuals. Front Nutr 2022; 9:986808. [DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.986808] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2022] [Accepted: 11/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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AimHypertension is among the most prevalent chronic diseases with diverse etiology, affecting over 1 billion people globally. In numerous studies, vitamin C inversely correlated with blood pressure and was suspected to have antihypertensive properties. Currently, there is conflicting evidence regarding the relationship between vitamin C and blood pressure, with most studies being conducted on hypertensive subjects. The principal objective of this project was to investigate the relationship between vitamin C and blood pressure in normotensive adult subjects.MethodsA total of 2,533 individuals aged 20 years and above were enrolled in the present study from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2017-2018. Outcome variables were systolic blood pressure (SBP) and diastolic blood pressure (DBP). Serum vitamin C was regarded as an independent variable. EmpowerStats software and R (version 3.4.3) were used to examine the association between vitamin C and SBP or DBP.ResultsVitamin C was reversely correlated with both SBP (β = −0.02, 95% CI: −0.03 to −0.00, p = 0.0306) and DBP (β = −0.02, 95% CI: −0.04 to −0.01, p = <0.0011) after adjusting all covariates. This reverse relationship may be affected by a number of factors, including a person’s gender, age, race, and ethnicity. A U-shaped association between vitamin C and SBP in females and an inverted one between vitamin C and DBP in males were detected, respectively. We further calculated the inflection points at 90.3 μmol/L for females and 40 μmol/L for males. It is somewhat surprising that a reverse U-shaped distribution between vitamin C and SBP and DBP in people over 50 was detected, and the point of inflection of vitamin C were all located at 40 μmol/L.ConclusionVitamin C was negatively correlated with both SBP and DBP in this cross-sectional analysis. However, a U-shaped relationship and an inverted one were also observed in certain people, which implied that, though vitamin C is considered a vital antioxidant, maintaining vitamin C at appropriate levels may be beneficial according to different populations.
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Adeoye IA, Okekunle AP. Dietary patterns and associated factors among pregnant women in Ibadan, Nigeria: Evidence from Ibadan pregnancy cohort study. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0273796. [PMID: 36107862 PMCID: PMC9477303 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0273796] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2022] [Accepted: 08/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background Maternal nutrition is vital for an optimal intrauterine environment, foetal development, birth weight, pregnancy and neonatal outcomes. We assessed the maternal dietary patterns using a data-driven technique and the associated sociodemographic factors among pregnant women in Ibadan, Nigeria. Methodology Dietary assessment was performed during the enrolment of participants for the Ibadan Pregnancy Cohort Study, a prospective cohort study, conducted among 1745 pregnant women enrolled early in pregnancy (≤ 20 weeks) at four comprehensive obstetric facilities within the Ibadan metropolis. A qualitative food frequency questionnaire was used to assess the pregnant population’s intake of food and drinks three months prior to their enrollment. We determined dietary patterns by applying principal component analysis with a varimax rotation. Multivariate analysis was used to investigate the association between sociodemographic factors and dietary patterns at 5% statistical significance. Results Mean age and gestational age at enrolment were 29.8 (± 5.3) years and 16.4 (±4.2) weeks, respectively. White rice was the most frequently consumed meal [794 (45.5%) daily, 898 (51.4%)] weekly in our study population. Five major dietary patterns were identified, and they accounted for 28.8% of the total variation: "protein-rich diet with non-alcoholic beverages" (15.6%); "fruits" (4.1%); "typical diet with alcohol" (3.8%); "legumes" (2.8%), "refined grains" (2.6%). Maternal education and income were inversely associated with the consumption of a "protein-rich diet with non-alcoholic beverages", "typical diet with alcohol", and "legumes" in a dose-response fashion. Also, employed women had a higher mean intake of fruits [adjusted β: 0.33 (0.02; 0.65) p = 0.040] compared with women without employment. Conclusions and recommendation We described five dietary patterns of pregnant women using a data-driven technique, principal component analysis, in Nigeria. We also identified factors influencing maternal dietary patterns, which can inform public health interventions, especially behavioural change communication during antenatal care.
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- Ikeola A. Adeoye
- Department of Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
- Consortium for Advanced Research in Africa (CARTA), Nairobi, Kenya
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Sato Y, Yamada A, Miyanaga M, Wang DH. Association of Vegetable and Fruit Consumption with Urinary Oxidative Biomarkers in Teenaged Girls: A School-Based Pilot Study in Japan. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:10474. [PMID: 36078190 PMCID: PMC9518434 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph191710474] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2022] [Revised: 08/16/2022] [Accepted: 08/17/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Hexanoyl-lysine (HEL), 8-hydroxy-2'deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG), and dityrosine (DT) have served as potential biomarkers for detecting oxidative modified lipids, DNA, and proteins in biological samples, respectively. Whether regular higher levels of consumption of vegetables/fruit (V/F) would decrease oxidative modification of these biomolecules in the body remain unelucidated. To examine the association of regular V/F consumption with the generation of these reactive oxygen species-induced biomarkers, this study evaluated V/F consumption in a school-based sample of teenaged girls (mean age 15.6 ± 1.7 years, n = 103), and quantified the formation of oxidative stress biomarkers in their urine. Only 19.4% and 23.3% of participants reported that they consumed the recommended daily amount of vegetables and fruits, respectively. Individuals who consumed lower levels of fruit (<100g/day) or vegetables (<250g/day) had significantly higher HEL excretion in their urine than those who consumed higher levels of fruit (≥100g/day) (p < 0.05) or vegetables (≥250g/day) (p = 0.057). The results of a multiple regression analysis showed that vegetable consumption was an important inhibiting factor of early lipid peroxidation measured as HEL in urine, independent of various confounders (β = - 0.332, p < 0.05). The findings suggest that relatively higher consumption of vegetables would help in the prevention of early lipid peroxidation in adolescents.
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- Yoshiko Sato
- Department of Bioscience, Faculty of Life Science, Okayama University of Science, Okayama 700-0005, Japan
- Wakayama Shin–ai Junior and Senior High School, Wakayama 640-8151, Japan
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- Japan Industrial Safety and Health Association, Osaka 550-0001, Japan
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- Department of Bioscience, Faculty of Life Science, Okayama University of Science, Okayama 700-0005, Japan
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- Department of Bioscience, Faculty of Life Science, Okayama University of Science, Okayama 700-0005, Japan
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Puspita WL, Khayan K, Hanif MI, Ihsan BM, Rahman A, Wardoyo S. Appropriate Media for Noodles to Increase Food Consumption in School-Age Children. Open Access Maced J Med Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.3889/oamjms.2022.9481] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Lack of mineral and vitamin intake, especially from fruit and vegetable consumption at school age, can increase the risk of illness, impaired growth and development, and impaired adaptation to environmental hazards. This study aims to analyze the effect of educational media with processed noodles on the acceptance and consumption of vegetables and fruit in elementary school children. This type of research is quasi-experimental, with a pre and post design approach. Data collection techniques were carried out using a Comstock visual checklist sheet and a recall form to see vegetable and fruit consumption. The results show that using educational media with processed noodles can increase the acceptance of fruit and vegetable consumption in school-age children. The composition of nutrients in each processed vegetable and fruit noodle is quite complete and balanced.
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Zhuang C, Yuan J, Du Y, Zeng J, Sun Y, Wu Y, Gao XH, Chen HD. Effects of Oral Carotenoids on Oxidative Stress: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Studies in the Recent 20 Years. Front Nutr 2022; 9:754707. [PMID: 35571897 PMCID: PMC9094493 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.754707] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2021] [Accepted: 02/28/2022] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Carotenoids protect organs, tissues, and cells from the damaging action of singlet oxygen, oxygen radicals, and lipid peroxides. This systematic review was sought to evaluate the influence of oral carotenoids on antioxidant/oxidative markers, blood carotenoids levels, and lipid/lipoprotein parameters in human subjects. A comprehensive review of relevant literature was conducted in PubMed, Web of Sciences, and the Cochrane library, from 2000 to December 2020. Randomized controlled trials, case-controlled trials, or controlled trials were identified. A total of eighteen trials were included, with the target populations being healthy subjects in 16 studies, athletes in 1 study, and pregnant women in 1 study. The meta-analysis results showed that carotenoids complex supplementation significantly increased the levels of antioxidative parameters ferric-reducing ability of plasma (FRAP) and oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC) [standardized mean difference (SMD) = 0.468; 95% CI: 0.159-0.776, p = 0.003; SMD = 0.568; 95% CI: 0.190-0.947, p = 0.003] and decreased the blood triglyceride (TG) level (SMD = -0.410, 95% CI: -0.698 to -0.122, p = 0.005). Oral carotenoids supplement significantly increased the blood levels of β-carotene (SMD = 0.490, 95% CI: 0.123-0.858, p = 0.009), α-tocopherol (SMD = 0.752, 95%CI: 0.020-1.485, p = 0.044), and the intaking durations were 8 weeks. The levels of antioxidative enzymes and other lipid/lipoprotein parameters were not different between subjects receiving carotenoids and controls (p > 0.05). In conclusion, our systematic review showed that the carotenoids complex is beneficial for alleviating potential oxidative stress via interacting with free radicals or decreasing blood TG levels. The intaking duration of carotenoids should be 8 weeks to reach enough concentration for function.
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- Chengfei Zhuang
- Department of Dermatology, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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Zhu Y, Liu Y, Fu W, Zeng F, Cao Y, Dou W, Duan D, Chen Y, Lyu Q, Zhao X. Associations of dietary patterns and pre-eclampsia: a matched case-control study. Br J Nutr 2022; 129:1-8. [PMID: 35514227 DOI: 10.1017/s0007114522001210] [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: 11/06/2022]
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Little is known about the effects of dietary patterns on prevalent pre-eclampsia in Chinese population. This study aimed to investigate the associations between dietary patterns and the odds of pre-eclampsia among Chinese pregnant women. A 1:1 age- and gestational week-matched case-control study was conducted between March 2016 and February 2019. A total of 440 pairs of pre-eclampsia cases and healthy controls were included. Dietary intakes were assessed by a seventy-nine-item FFQ and subsequently grouped into twenty-eight distinct groups. Factor analysis using the principal component method was adopted to derive the dietary patterns. Conditional logistic regression was used to analyse the associations of dietary patterns with prevalent pre-eclampsia. We identified four distinct dietary patterns: high fruit-vegetable, high protein, high fat-grain and high salt-sugar. We found that high fruit-vegetable dietary pattern (quartile (Q)4 v. Q1, OR 0·71, 95 % CI 0·55, 0·92, Ptrend = 0·013) and high protein dietary pattern (Q4 v. Q1, OR 0·72, 95 % CI 0·54, 0·95, Ptrend = 0·011) were associated with a decreased odds of pre-eclampsia in Chinese pregnant women. Whereas high fat-grain dietary pattern showed a U-shaped association with pre-eclampsia, the lowest OR was observed in the third quartile (Q3 v. Q1, OR 0·75, 95 % CI 0·57, 0·98, Ptrend = 0·111). No significant association was observed for high salt-sugar dietary pattern. In conclusion, pregnancy dietary pattern characterised by high fruit-vegetable or high protein was found to be associated with a reduced odds of pre-eclampsia in Chinese pregnant women.
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- Yongjian Zhu
- Department of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou450052, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Nutrition, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou450052, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Obstetrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou450052, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou510632, Guangzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, College of Public Health, Zhengzhou University, No.100 Science Avenue, Zhengzhou450001, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, College of Public Health, Zhengzhou University, No.100 Science Avenue, Zhengzhou450001, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, New Area People's Hospital of Luoyang, Luoyang471023, People's Republic of China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Food, Nutrition and Health, School of Public Health, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou510080, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Nutrition, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou450052, People's Republic of China
- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, College of Public Health, Zhengzhou University, No.100 Science Avenue, Zhengzhou450001, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Obstetrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou450052, People's Republic of China
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Metabolomic Analysis Reveals Nutritional Diversity among Three Staple Crops and Three Fruits. Foods 2022; 11:foods11040550. [PMID: 35206028 PMCID: PMC8870860 DOI: 10.3390/foods11040550] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2022] [Revised: 02/09/2022] [Accepted: 02/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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More than 2 billion people worldwide are under threat of nutritional deficiency. Thus, an in-depth comprehension of the nutritional composition of staple crops and popular fruits is essential for health. Herein, we performed LC-MS-based non-targeted and targeted metabolome analyses with crops (including wheat, rice, and corn) and fruits (including grape, banana, and mango). We detected a total of 2631 compounds by using non-targeted strategy and identified more than 260 nutrients. Our work discovered species-dependent accumulation of common present nutrients in crops and fruits. Although rice and wheat lack vitamins and amino acids, sweet corn was rich in most amino acids and vitamins. Among the three fruits, mango had more vitamins and amino acids than grape and banana. Grape and banana provided sufficient 5-methyltetrahydrofolate and vitamin B6, respectively. Moreover, rice and grape had a high content of flavonoids. In addition, the three crops contained more lipids than fruits. Furthermore, we also identified species-specific metabolites. The crops yielded 11 specific metabolites, including flavonoids, lipids, and others. Meanwhile, most fruit-specific nutrients were flavonoids. Our work discovered the complementary pattern of essential nutrients in crops and fruits, which provides metabolomic evidence for a healthy diet.
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Associations of Serum Folate and Holotranscobalamin with Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Rural and Urban Cameroon. Nutrients 2021; 14:nu14010178. [PMID: 35011051 PMCID: PMC8747568 DOI: 10.3390/nu14010178] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2021] [Revised: 12/27/2021] [Accepted: 12/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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A low intake of fruit and vegetables and a high intake of meat are associated with higher cardiometabolic disease risk; however much prior research has relied on subjective methods for dietary assessment and focused on Western populations. We aimed to investigate the association of blood folate as an objective marker of fruit and vegetable intake and holotranscobalamin (holoTC) as a marker of animal-sourced food intake with cardiometabolic risk factors. We conducted a population-based cross-sectional study on 578 adults (mean ± SD age = 38.2 ± 8.6 years; 64% women). The primary outcome was a continuous metabolic syndrome score. The median serum folate was 12.9 (IQR: 8.6–20.5) nmol/L and the mean holoTC was 75 (SD: 34.3) pmol/L. Rural residents demonstrated higher serum folate concentrations (15.9 (9.8–25.9) nmol/L) than urban residents (11.3 (7.9–15.8) nmol/L), but lower holoTC concentrations (rural: 69.8 (32.9) pmol/L; urban: 79.8 (34.9)) pmol/L, p < 0.001 for both comparisons. There was an inverse association between serum folate and metabolic syndrome score by −0.20 in the z-score (95% CI, −0.38 to −0.02) per 10.8 (1 SD) of folate) in a model adjusted for socio-demographic factors, smoking status, alcohol intake, BMI, and physical activity. HoloTC was positively associated with the metabolic syndrome score in unadjusted analysis (0.33 (95% CI, 0.10 to 0.56)) but became non-significant (0.17 (−0.05 to 0.39)) after adjusting for socio-demographic and behavioural characteristics. In conclusion, serum folate and holoTC were associated with the metabolic syndrome score in opposite directions. The positive association between serum holoTC and the metabolic syndrome score was partly dependent on sociodemographic characteristics. These findings suggest that, based on these biomarkers reflecting dietary intakes, public health approaches promoting a higher intake of fruit and vegetables may lower cardiometabolic risk factors in this population.
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Madalı B, Alkan ŞB, Örs ED, Ayrancı M, Taşkın H, Kara HH. Emotional eating behaviors during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional study. Clin Nutr ESPEN 2021; 46:264-270. [PMID: 34857207 PMCID: PMC8492000 DOI: 10.1016/j.clnesp.2021.09.745] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2021] [Revised: 08/16/2021] [Accepted: 09/28/2021] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Background & aims The study aimed to evaluate emotional eating tendency of Turkish individuals during COVID-19 pandemic. Methods The study comprised an online questionnaire and it was conducted from August to September 2020. The survey was distributed through social networks. Results A total of 1626 adults have been included in the study, aged between 18 and 65 years (69.6% females and 30.4% males). The average BMI of all participants was 24.4 ± 4.7 kg/m2, 6% were underweight, and 11.6% were obese. A total of 32.7% of the participants had an increase in appetite and 34.4% had a weight gain. It was found that most of the participants (75.7%) were emotional eaters at different levels. Emotional eating was more common in obese people (43.5%) than normal weight (33.5%) and underweight (18.4%) people. It was examined the increasing food intake according to the BMI, the obese increased the consumption of fresh vegetables, fruits, pastries, and, eggs; underweight increased the consumption of fresh vegetables and fruits, milk and, eggs. As in other countries, a weight gain was observed in the individuals. However, the participants resorted to emotional eating to cope with negative emotions such as depression, anxiety, and stress caused by the pandemic. Conclusions In this study, it has been provided preliminary data that can be used in future studies to determine the emotional eating behaviors during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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- Berna Madalı
- Necmettin Erbakan University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Konya, Turkey.
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- Necmettin Erbakan University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Konya, Turkey.
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- Necmettin Erbakan University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Konya, Turkey.
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- Necmettin Erbakan University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Konya, Turkey.
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- Necmettin Erbakan University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Konya, Turkey.
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- Necmettin Erbakan University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Konya, Turkey.
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Lomira BKB, Nassanga P, Okello DM, Ongeng D. Non-attitudinal and non-knowledge based factors constrain households from translating good nutritional knowledge and attitude to achieve the WHO recommended minimum intake level for fruits and vegetables in a developing country setting: evidence from Gulu district, Uganda. BMC Nutr 2021; 7:68. [PMID: 34749820 PMCID: PMC8576922 DOI: 10.1186/s40795-021-00469-5] [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: 05/26/2020] [Accepted: 09/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The high level of incidence of mortality attributed to non-communicable diseases such as cancer, diabetes and hypertension being experienced in developing countries requires concerted effort on investment in strategies that can reduce the risks of development of such diseases. Fruits and vegetables (FV) contain natural bioactive compounds, and if consumed at or above 400 g per day (RDMIL) as recommended by World Health Organization (WHO) is believed to contribute to reduced risk of development of such diseases. The objective of this study was to determine in a developing country set-up, the extent to which rural and urban households conform to RDMIL, the status of nutritional attitude (NA) and knowledge (NK) associated with consumption of FV, and to delineate non-attitudinal and non-knowledge-based factors (NANK) that hinder achievement of RDMIL. METHOD A cross-sectional survey of 400 randomly selected households and 16 focus group discussions (FGD) were conducted using Gulu district of Uganda as a microcosm for a developing country setting. Level of consumption of FV was assessed using 24-h dietary recall and compared to RDMIL as a fraction (%). The status of NK and NA were determined using sets of closed-ended questions anchored on a three-point Likert scale. Further quantitative statistical analyses were conducted using t-test, chi-square, Pearson's correlation and multiple linear regression. FGD provided data on NANK factors and were analysed using qualitative content analysis procedure. RESULTS Urban and rural inhabitants met up to 72.0 and 62.4% of the RMDIL, respectively, with absolute intake being higher among urban than rural households by 37.54 g. NK and NA were good but the intensity of NK was higher among urban respondents by 11%. RDMIL was positively correlated with NA while socio-demographic predictors of RDMIL varied with household location. FGD revealed that primary agricultural production constraints, market limitations, postharvest management limitations, health concerns, social discomfort and environmental policy restrictions were the major NANK factors that hindered achievement of the RDMIL. CONCLUSIONS These results indicate that NANK factors constrain households from translating good NA and NK to achieve the RMDIL.
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- Benjamin Kenyi Bendere Lomira
- Department of Food Science and Postharvest Technology, Faculty of Agriculture and Environment, Gulu University, Gulu, Uganda
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- Department of Food Science and Postharvest Technology, Faculty of Agriculture and Environment, Gulu University, Gulu, Uganda
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- Department of Rural Development and Agribusines, Faculty of Agriculture and Environment, Gulu University, Gulu, Uganda
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- Department of Food Science and Postharvest Technology, Faculty of Agriculture and Environment, Gulu University, Gulu, Uganda.
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Gebretsadik K, Qiu X, Dong S, Miao H, Bo K. Molecular research progress and improvement approach of fruit quality traits in cucumber. TAG. THEORETICAL AND APPLIED GENETICS. THEORETISCHE UND ANGEWANDTE GENETIK 2021; 134:3535-3552. [PMID: 34181057 DOI: 10.1007/s00122-021-03895-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2021] [Accepted: 06/21/2021] [Indexed: 05/10/2023]
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Recent molecular studies revealed new opportunities to improve cucumber fruit quality. However, the fruit color and spine traits molecular basis remain vague despite the vast sources of genetic diversity. Cucumber is agriculturally, economically and nutritionally important vegetable crop. China produces three-fourths of the world's total cucumber production. Cucumber fruit quality depends on a number of traits such as the fruit color (peel and flesh color), spine (density, size and color), fruit shape, fruit size, defects, texture, firmness, taste, maturity stage and nutritional composition. Fruit color and spine traits determine critical quality attributes and have been the interest of researchers at the molecular level. Evaluating the molecular mechanisms of fruit quality traits is important to improve production and quality of cucumber varieties. Genes and qualitative trait locus (QTL) that are responsible for cucumber fruit color and fruit spine have been identified. The purpose of this paper is to reveal the molecular research progress of fruit color and spines as key quality traits of cucumber. The markers and genes identified so far could help for marker-assisted selection of the fruit color and spine trait in cucumber breeding and its associated nutritional improvement. Based on the previous studies, peel color and spine density as examples, we proposed a comprehensive approach for cucumber fruit quality traits improvement. Moreover, the markers and genes can be useful to facilitate cloning-mediated genetic breeding in cucumber. However, in the era of climate change, increased human population and high-quality demand of consumers, studies on molecular mechanisms of cucumber fruit quality traits are limited.
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- Kiros Gebretsadik
- Institute of Vegetables and Flowers, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, China
- Department of Plant Science, Aksum University, Shire Campus, Shire, Ethiopia
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- Institute of Vegetables and Flowers, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Vegetables and Flowers, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Vegetables and Flowers, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Vegetables and Flowers, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, China.
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Gonçalves AC, Flores-Félix JD, Costa AR, Falcão A, Alves G, Silva LR. Hepatoprotective Effects of Sweet Cherry Extracts (cv. Saco). Foods 2021; 10:foods10112623. [PMID: 34828905 PMCID: PMC8621173 DOI: 10.3390/foods10112623] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2021] [Revised: 10/26/2021] [Accepted: 10/26/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Cancer is the second cause of death worldwide. Among cancers, hepatocellular carcinoma is one of the most prevalent. Evidence indicates that the daily consumption of fruits and vegetables can prevent the onset of various cancers due to the presence of bioactive compounds. Sweet cherries are known for their richness in phenolics, including anthocyanins, which are the major constituents, and presumably, the key contributors to their biological activity. Therefore, the present study aimed to evaluate the effects of three different cherry fractions on human hepatocellular carcinoma (HepG2) cells viability and effectiveness to improve the redox status of these cells under oxidative damage induced by nitric oxide radicals and hydrogen peroxide. Phenolic characterization of fractions was performed by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. The obtained results indicated that enriched phenolic fractions of sweet cherries (cv. Saco, can impair cell viability and suppress cells growth after 72 h of exposure, promoting necrosis at the highest tested concentrations (>50 µg/mL). Additionally, fractions also showed the capacity to protect these cells against oxidative injury by capturing radicals before they can attack cells’ membrane and by modulating reactive oxygen and nitrogen species generation, as demonstrated by bioinformatic tools.
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- Ana C. Gonçalves
- CICS–UBI—Health Sciences Research Centre, University of Beira Interior, 6201-506 Covilhã, Portugal; (A.C.G.); (J.D.F.-F.); (A.R.C.); (G.A.)
- CIBIT—Coimbra Institute for Biomedical Imaging and Translational Research, University of Coimbra, 3000-548 Coimbra, Portugal;
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- CICS–UBI—Health Sciences Research Centre, University of Beira Interior, 6201-506 Covilhã, Portugal; (A.C.G.); (J.D.F.-F.); (A.R.C.); (G.A.)
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- CICS–UBI—Health Sciences Research Centre, University of Beira Interior, 6201-506 Covilhã, Portugal; (A.C.G.); (J.D.F.-F.); (A.R.C.); (G.A.)
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- CIBIT—Coimbra Institute for Biomedical Imaging and Translational Research, University of Coimbra, 3000-548 Coimbra, Portugal;
- Laboratory of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Coimbra, 3000-548 Coimbra, Portugal
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- CICS–UBI—Health Sciences Research Centre, University of Beira Interior, 6201-506 Covilhã, Portugal; (A.C.G.); (J.D.F.-F.); (A.R.C.); (G.A.)
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- CICS–UBI—Health Sciences Research Centre, University of Beira Interior, 6201-506 Covilhã, Portugal; (A.C.G.); (J.D.F.-F.); (A.R.C.); (G.A.)
- CPIRN-UDI/IPG—Centro de Potencial e Inovação em Recursos Naturais, Unidade de Investigação para o Desenvolvimento do Interior do Instituto Politécnico da Guarda, 6300-559 Guarda, Portugal
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +351-275-329-077
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Nilsson A, Cano A, Bergens O, Kadi F. Randomized Controlled Trial for Promotion of Healthy Eating in Older Adults by Increasing Consumption of Plant-Based Foods: Effect on Inflammatory Biomarkers. Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13113753. [PMID: 34836009 PMCID: PMC8623008 DOI: 10.3390/nu13113753] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2021] [Revised: 10/21/2021] [Accepted: 10/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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To what extent the intake of fruit and vegetables (FV) influences inflammatory status remains elusive, particularly in older populations. The aim of the present study was to determine the effect of increased FV intake for 16 weeks on circulating biomarkers of inflammation in a population of older men and women. Sixty-six participants (65–70 years) randomly assigned to either FV or control (CON) groups were instructed to increase FV intake to five servings per day through nutritional counseling (FV) or to maintain habitual diet (CON). Dietary intake and physical activity level (PA) were determined using food frequency questionnaire and accelerometers, respectively, at the start and end of the intervention. C-reactive protein (CRP), interleukin 6 (IL-6), IL-18, macrophage inflammatory protein-1α (MIP-1α), MIP-1β, tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), TNF-related apoptosis-inducing ligand (TRAIL), TNF-related activation-induced cytokine (TRANCE), and C-X3-C motif chemokine ligand-1 (CX3CL1, or fractalkine) were analyzed. The FV group significantly increased daily FV intake (from 2.2 ± 1.3 to 4.2 ± 1.8 servings/day), with no change in CON. Waist circumference and PA level were unchanged by the intervention. Interaction effects (time × group, p < 0.05) for TRAIL, TRANCE, and CX3CL1 denoting a significant decrease (p < 0.05) in FV but not in CON were observed. No corresponding effects on CRP, IL6, TNF-α, MIP-1α, and β and IL-18 were observed. The present study demonstrates the influence of increased FV consumption on levels of some inflammatory biomarkers in a population of older adults. Future work is warranted to examine the clinical implications of FV-induced alterations in these inflammatory biomarkers.
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- Andreas Nilsson
- School of Health Sciences, Örebro University, 701 82 Örebro, Sweden; (O.B.); (F.K.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +46-19-303553
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- Service of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Clínico Universitario-INCLIVA, 46010 Valencia, Spain;
- Department of Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain
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- School of Health Sciences, Örebro University, 701 82 Örebro, Sweden; (O.B.); (F.K.)
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- School of Health Sciences, Örebro University, 701 82 Örebro, Sweden; (O.B.); (F.K.)
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Changes in Lutein Status Markers (Serum and Faecal Concentrations, Macular Pigment) in Response to a Lutein-Rich Fruit or Vegetable (Three Pieces/Day) Dietary Intervention in Normolipemic Subjects. Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13103614. [PMID: 34684614 PMCID: PMC8538254 DOI: 10.3390/nu13103614] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2021] [Revised: 10/07/2021] [Accepted: 10/11/2021] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Lutein is mainly supplied by dietary fruit and vegetables, and they are commonly jointly assessed in observational and interventional studies. Lutein bioavailability and health benefits depend on the food matrix. This study aimed to assess the effect of dietary intervention with lutein-rich fruit or vegetables on lutein status markers, including serum and faecal concentrations (by high pressure liquid chromatography), dietary intake (24 h recalls ×3), and macular pigment optical density (MPOD) and contrast threshold (CT) as visual outcomes. Twenty-nine healthy normolipemic subjects, aged 45–65 y, consumed 1.8 mg lutein/day supplied from fruits (14 subjects, 500 g/day of oranges, kiwi and avocados) or vegetables (15 subjects, 180 g/day of green beans, pumpkin, and sweet corn) for four weeks. Serum lutein concentration increased by 37%. The effect of the food group intervention was statistically significant for serum lutein+zeaxanthin concentration (p = 0.049). Serum α- and β-carotene were influenced by food type (p = 0.008 and p = 0.005, respectively), but not by time. Serum lutein/HDL-cholesterol level increased by 29% (total sample, p = 0.008). Lutein+zeaxanthin/HDL-cholesterol increased, and the intervention time and food group eaten had an effect (p = 0.024 and p = 0.010, respectively) which was higher in the vegetable group. The MPOD did not show variations, nor did it correlate with CT. According to correlation matrixes, serum lutein was mainly related to lutein+zeaxanthin expressed in relation to lipids, and MPOD with the vegetable group. In faecal samples, only lutein levels increased (p = 0.012). This study shows that a relatively low amount of lutein, supplied by fruit or vegetables, can have different responses in correlated status markers, and that a longer intervention period is needed to increase the MPOD. Therefore, further study with larger sample sizes is needed on the different responses in the lutein status markers and on food types and consumption patterns in the diet, and when lutein in a “pharmacological dose” is not taken to reduce a specific risk.
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Ruxton CHS, Myers M. Fruit Juices: Are They Helpful or Harmful? An Evidence Review. Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13061815. [PMID: 34071760 PMCID: PMC8228760 DOI: 10.3390/nu13061815] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2021] [Revised: 05/20/2021] [Accepted: 05/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Dietary guidelines often deal with 100% fruit juice (FJ) inconsistently because it represents a source of free sugars. However, FJ also provides bioavailable micronutrients and plant bioactives at levels similar to those found in whole fruits. The present review weighs up the evidence from high-quality studies investigating a potential health harm for FJ against evidence from studies which indicate a potential health benefit. The findings reveal that FJ consumption, at moderate intakes consistent with the dietary guidelines for the US and some European countries (75-224 mL daily), does not increase the risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease or poor glycaemic control. In contrast, regular consumption of FJ-even up to 500 mL per day in short-to-medium-term studies-appears to confer a health benefit in terms of vascular function and reduced blood pressure. Emerging evidence for cognitive health benefits requires further investigation in human trials. Observational studies report associations between FJ and nutrient adequacy and suggest that FJ consumption is associated with reduced risk of stroke. In conclusion, FJ appears to offer more benefit than risk and there appears to be no justification for discouraging FJ within a balanced diet for children and adults.
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- Carrie H. S. Ruxton
- Nutrition Communications, East Road, Cupar KY15 4HQ, UK
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +44-7973-337757
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A Novel Personalized Systems Nutrition Program Improves Dietary Patterns, Lifestyle Behaviors and Health-Related Outcomes: Results from the Habit Study. Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13061763. [PMID: 34067248 PMCID: PMC8224682 DOI: 10.3390/nu13061763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2021] [Revised: 05/14/2021] [Accepted: 05/17/2021] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Personalized nutrition may be more effective in changing lifestyle behaviors compared to population-based guidelines. This single-arm exploratory study evaluated the impact of a 10-week personalized systems nutrition (PSN) program on lifestyle behavior and health outcomes. Healthy men and women (n = 82) completed the trial. Individuals were grouped into seven diet types, for which phenotypic, genotypic and behavioral data were used to generate personalized recommendations. Behavior change guidance was also provided. The intervention reduced the intake of calories (−256.2 kcal; p < 0.0001), carbohydrates (−22.1 g; p < 0.0039), sugar (−13.0 g; p < 0.0001), total fat (−17.3 g; p < 0.0001), saturated fat (−5.9 g; p = 0.0003) and PUFA (−2.5 g; p = 0.0065). Additionally, BMI (−0.6 kg/m2; p < 0.0001), body fat (−1.2%; p = 0.0192) and hip circumference (−5.8 cm; p < 0.0001) were decreased after the intervention. In the subgroup with the lowest phenotypic flexibility, a measure of the body’s ability to adapt to environmental stressors, LDL (−0.44 mmol/L; p = 0.002) and total cholesterol (−0.49 mmol/L; p < 0.0001) were reduced after the intervention. This study shows that a PSN program in a workforce improves lifestyle habits and reduces body weight, BMI and other health-related outcomes. Health improvement was most pronounced in the compromised phenotypic flexibility subgroup, which indicates that a PSN program may be effective in targeting behavior change in health-compromised target groups.
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Food Waste and Nutrition Quality in the Context of Public Health: A Scoping Review. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18105379. [PMID: 34070070 PMCID: PMC8158126 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18105379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2021] [Revised: 04/30/2021] [Accepted: 05/05/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Food waste and nutrition are intrinsically linked in terms of environmental health and public health. Despite this, it is unknown whether these topics have been previously synthesized into a review. The aim was to identify the interdisciplinary parameters that exist in public health and nutrition literature in terms of food waste and plastic waste associated with food, and to identify how these parameters currently contribute to food sustainability messaging and interventions. A rapid scoping review was conducted. Data were mapped into concepts and synthesized in a narrative review. Four main concepts were identified: (1) food waste and diet quality, nutrient losses, and environmental health, (2) food waste reduction interventions and diet quality, (3) food banks/pantries and diet/nutritional quality, and (4) food and plastic waste messaging in nutrition or dietary guidelines. Food waste is associated with nutrient wastage, and interventions to reduce food waste can successfully address food sustainability and nutrition quality. Food redistribution systems do not currently address access to sustainably sourced foods that are also nutrient-dense for lower-income communities. Opportunities for future research and practice include aligning food waste, plastic waste, and nutrition priorities together and developing better food redistribution systems to limit wastage of high-quality foods.
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Dietary Data in the Malmö Offspring Study-Reproducibility, Method Comparison and Validation against Objective Biomarkers. Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13051579. [PMID: 34065043 PMCID: PMC8150333 DOI: 10.3390/nu13051579] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2021] [Revised: 05/04/2021] [Accepted: 05/06/2021] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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Irregular dietary intakes impairs estimations from food records. Biomarkers and method combinations can be used to improve estimates. Our aim was to examine reproducibility from two assessment methods, compare them, and validate intakes against objective biomarkers. We used the Malmö Offspring Study (55% women, 18–71 y) with data from a 4-day food record (4DFR) and a short food frequency questionnaire (SFFQ) to compare (1) repeated intakes (n = 180), (2) intakes from 4DFR and SFFQ (n = 1601), and (3) intakes of fatty fish, fruits and vegetables, and citrus with plasma biomarkers (n = 1433) (3-carboxy-4-methyl-5-propyl-2-furanpropanoic acid [CMPF], β-carotene and proline betaine). We also combined 4DFR and SFFQ estimates using principal component analysis (PCA). Moderate correlations were seen between repeated intakes (4DFR median ρ = 0.41, SFFQ median ρ = 0.59) although lower for specific 4DFR-items, especially fatty/lean fish (ρ ≤ 0.08). Between-method correlations (median ρ = 0.33) were higher for intakes of overall food groups compared to specific foods. PCA scores for citrus (proline betaine ρ = 0.53) and fruits and vegetables (β-carotene: ρ = 0.39) showed the highest biomarker correlations, whereas fatty fish intake from the SFFQ per se showed the highest correlation with CMPF (ρ = 0.46). To conclude, the reproducibility of SFFQ data was superior to 4DFR data regarding irregularly consumed foods. Method combination could slightly improve fruit and vegetable estimates, whereas SFFQ data gave most valid fatty fish intake.
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Ayogu RNB, Nwodo CJ. Epidemiological characteristics of hypertension, impaired fasting capillary glucose and their comorbidity: a retrospective cross-sectional population-based study of rural adolescents in Southeast Nigeria. BMJ Open 2021; 11:e041481. [PMID: 33952534 PMCID: PMC8103371 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2020-041481] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To assess the prevalence of hypertension, impaired fasting capillary glucose (IFCG) and coexistence of both as well as determinants of these conditions among rural adolescents. DESIGN A retrospective cross-sectional population-based study. SETTING Three rural communities in southeast Nigeria. PARTICIPANTS A total of 401 adolescents (10 - 19 years) selected through a five-stage sampling technique completed the study. Sick adolescents, pregnant and nursing adolescent mothers were excluded. PRIMARY OUTCOME MEASURES Prevalence and determinants of hypertension, IFCG and comorbidity of both were assessed through weight, height, blood pressure, fasting capillary glucose measurements and statistical analysis. RESULTS Prehypertension (10.7%), hypertension alone (12.7%), IFCG alone (11.0%), diabetes (0.2%) and hypertension with IFCG (6.2%) were prevalent among the adolescents. The adolescents aged 15 - 19 years were less likely to be affected by hypertension alone (adjusted OR (AOR)=0.36, 95% CI 0.18 to 0.74, p<0.01). The likelihood of having hypertension alone was three times higher among those who smoked any substance (AOR=3.43, 95% CI 1.34 to 8.78, p<0.05) and 2.85 times higher among those who consumed alcohol (AOR=2.85, 95% CI 1.33 to 6.10, p<0.01). Meal skipping (AOR=2.69, 95% CI 1.16 to 6.25, p<0.05), consumption of fried/baked snacks (AOR=15.46, 95% CI 1.62 to 147.37, p<0.05) and vegetables (AOR=2.27, 95% CI 1.11 to 4.66, p<0.05) were also significant risk factors of hypertension alone. Skipping meals (AOR=2.15, 95% CI 0. 93 to 4.99, p>0.05) and longer than 7 hours of night sleep (AOR=1.88, 95% CI 0.94 TO 3.73, p>0.05) increased the risk of IFCG alone by twofold. Female adolescents (AOR=0.29, 95% CI 0.10 to 0.78, p<0.05) and those who consumed fried/baked snacks (AOR=0.09, 95% CI 0.02 to 0.37, p<0.01) were less likely to have hypertension with IFPG than males and those who consumed non-fried/baked snacks, respectively. CONCLUSION This study reported relatively low prevalence of hypertension alone, IFCG alone, hypertension with IFCG and epidemiological characteristics that can become focus of interventions to curtail the emergence of cardiovascular events at an early age. Awareness creation through health and nutrition education is emphasised.
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- Rufina N B Ayogu
- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Nigeria Faculty of Agriculture, Nsukka, Nigeria
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Nigeria Faculty of Agriculture, Nsukka, Nigeria
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Rosan Fortunato Seixas F, Kempfer Bassoli B, Borghi Virgolin L, Chancare Garcia L, Soares Janzantti N. Physicochemical Properties and Effects of Fruit Pulps from the Amazon Biome on Physiological Parameters in Rats. Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13051484. [PMID: 33924791 PMCID: PMC8146226 DOI: 10.3390/nu13051484] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2021] [Revised: 04/15/2021] [Accepted: 04/22/2021] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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This study aimed to analyze the physicochemical characteristics and the effects of Amazonian pulp fruits consumption, such as araçá-boi (Eugenia stipitata), abiu grande (Pouteria caimito), araticum (Annona crassiflora), biri-biri (Averrhoa bilimbi L.), and yellow mangosteen (Garcinia xanthochymus), on hematologic, metabolic, renal, and hepatic function parameters in Wistar rats (n = 10 rats/group). The pulp of abiu had the highest levels of soluble solids, sugars, and pH. Biri-biri pulp had the highest levels of ascorbic acid and total titratable acidity, and a low pH. The araticum pulp had higher (p ≤ 0.05) ash content, total phenolic compounds, and antioxidant activity than the pulp of other analyzed fruits. No significant increase in hematocrit, nor reduction of blood glucose, plasma cholesterol, and serum levels of glutamic-pyruvic transaminase (TGP), creatinine, and urea was observed in experimental groups relative to the control group of rats after the consumption of fruits pulp. The intake of abiu and araticum pulps promoted a significant reduction (p ≤ 0.05) in total leukocytes of the experimental groups as compared to the control group and only the intake of araticum significantly increased (p ≤ 0.05) triglyceride blood levels in rats (99.50 mg/dL). The regular consumption of biri-biri pulp for 30 days significantly (p ≤ 0.05) increased serum glutamic-oxaloacetic transaminase (TGO) levels in rats (116.83 U/L) compared to the control group (98.00 U/L). More researches are needed to generate knowledge about these promising Amazonian fruits, supporting the native fruit production, in addition to promoting health in the population and sustainability in the Amazon region.
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- Fernanda Rosan Fortunato Seixas
- Department of Health Science, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Highway Dourados/Itahum, Km 12—Unit II, 79804-970 Dourados, Brazil;
- Department of Engineering and Food Technology, São Paulo State University, R. Cristóvão Colombo, 2265—Jardim Nazareth, 15054-000 São José do Rio Preto, Brazil; (L.B.V.); (N.S.J.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +55-(69)-981351440
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- Medical School, Federal University of Roraima, Avenida Capitão Ene Garcês, n° 2413—Aeroporto, 69310-000 Boa Vista, Brazil;
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- Department of Engineering and Food Technology, São Paulo State University, R. Cristóvão Colombo, 2265—Jardim Nazareth, 15054-000 São José do Rio Preto, Brazil; (L.B.V.); (N.S.J.)
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- Department of Health Science, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Highway Dourados/Itahum, Km 12—Unit II, 79804-970 Dourados, Brazil;
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- Department of Engineering and Food Technology, São Paulo State University, R. Cristóvão Colombo, 2265—Jardim Nazareth, 15054-000 São José do Rio Preto, Brazil; (L.B.V.); (N.S.J.)
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Marhuenda-Muñoz M, Rinaldi de Alvarenga JF, Hernáez Á, Tresserra-Rimbau A, Martínez-González MÁ, Salas-Salvadó J, Corella D, Malcampo M, Martínez JA, Alonso-Gómez ÁM, Wärnberg J, Vioque J, Romaguera D, López-Miranda J, Estruch R, Tinahones FJ, Lapetra J, Serra-Majem JL, Bueno-Cavanillas A, Tur JA, Sánchez VM, Pintó X, Delgado-Rodríguez M, Matía-Martín P, Vidal J, Vázquez C, Daimiel L, Ros E, Serra-Mir M, Vázquez-Ruiz Z, Nishi SK, Sorlí JV, Zomeño MD, Zulet MA, Vaquero-Luna J, Carabaño-Moral R, Notario-Barandiaran L, Morey M, García-Ríos A, Gómez-Pérez AM, Santos-Lozano JM, Buil-Cosiales P, Basora J, Portolés O, Schröder H, Abete I, Salaverria-Lete I, Toledo E, Babio N, Fitó M, Martínez-Huélamo M, Lamuela-Raventós RM. High Fruit and Vegetable Consumption and Moderate Fat Intake Are Associated with Higher Carotenoid Concentration in Human Plasma. Antioxidants (Basel) 2021; 10:antiox10030473. [PMID: 33802859 PMCID: PMC8002704 DOI: 10.3390/antiox10030473] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2021] [Revised: 03/09/2021] [Accepted: 03/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Carotenoids are pigments contained mainly in fruit and vegetables (F&V) that have beneficial effects on cardiometabolic health. Due to their lipophilic nature, co-ingestion of fat appears to increase their bioavailability via facilitating transfer to the aqueous micellar phase during digestion. However, the extent to which high fat intake may contribute to increased carotenoid plasma concentrations is still unclear. The objective was to examine the degree to which the consumption of different amounts of both carotenoid-rich foods and fats is associated with plasma carotenoid concentrations within a Mediterranean lifestyle context (subsample from the PREDIMED-Plus study baseline) where consumption of F&V and fat is high. The study population was categorized into four groups according to their self-reported consumption of F&V and fat. Carotenoids were extracted from plasma samples and analyzed by HPLC-UV-VIS-QqQ-MS/MS. Carotenoid systemic concentrations were greater in high consumers of F&V than in low consumers of these foods (+3.04 μmol/L (95% CI: 0.90, 5.17), p-value = 0.005), but circulating concentrations seemed to decrease when total fat intake was very high (−2.69 μmol/L (−5.54; 0.16), p-value = 0.064). High consumption of F&V is associated with greater systemic levels of total carotenoids, in particular when fat intake is low-to-moderate rather than very high.
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- María Marhuenda-Muñoz
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Nutrition, Food Science and Gastronomy, School of Pharmacy and Food Sciences and XaRTA, Institute of Nutrition and Food Safety (INSA-UB), University of Barcelona, 08921 Santa Coloma de Gramenet, Spain;
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- Food Research Center (FoRC), Department of Food Science and Experimental Nutrition, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of São Paulo, 05508-000 São Paulo, Brazil;
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Centre for Fertility and Health, Norwegian Institute of Public Health, 0473 Oslo, Norway
- Blanquerna School of Health Sciences, Universitat Ramon Llull, 08025 Barcelona, Spain;
- August Pi Sunyer Biomedical Research Center (IDIBAPS), 08036 Barcelona, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Nutrition, Food Science and Gastronomy, School of Pharmacy and Food Sciences and XaRTA, Institute of Nutrition and Food Safety (INSA-UB), University of Barcelona, 08921 Santa Coloma de Gramenet, Spain;
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, University of Navarra, IdiSNA, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
- Department of Nutrition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Departament de Bioquímica i Biotecnologia, Unitat de Nutrició, 43204 Reus, Spain
- Nutrition Unit, University Hospital of Sant Joan de Reus, 43201 Reus, Spain
- Institut d’Investigació Sanitària Pere Virgili (IISPV), 43201 Reus, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Preventive Medicine, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain
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- Unit of Cardiovascular Risk and Nutrition, Institut Hospital del Mar de Investigaciones Médicas (IMIM), 08007 Barcelona, Spain; (M.M.); (H.S.)
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Center for Nutrition Research, Department of Nutrition, Food Sciences, and Physiology, University of Navarra, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
- Precision Nutrition Program, IMDEA Food, CEI UAM + CSIC, 28049 Madrid, Spain; (V.M.S.); (M.D.-R.); (L.D.)
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Bioaraba Health Research Institute, Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Metabolic Area, 01009 Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain; (J.V.-L.); (I.S.-L.)
- Osakidetza Basque Health Service, Araba University Hospital, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, 01009 Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Nursing, School of Health Sciences, Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de Málaga (IBIMA), University of Málaga, 29010 Málaga, Spain;
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- CIBER de Epidemiología y Salud Pública (CIBERESP), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (J.V.); (L.N.-B.)
- Unit of Nutritional Epidemiology, Miguel Hernandez University, ISABIAL-FISABIO, 03010 Alicante, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Health Research Institute of the Balearic Islands (IdISBa), 07120 Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Internal Medicine, Maimonides Biomedical Research Institute of Cordoba (IMIBIC), Reina Sofia University Hospital, University of Cordoba, 14004 Cordoba, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Internal Medicine Service, Hospital Clínic, University of Barcelona, 08036 Barcelona, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Endocrinology, Virgen de la Victoria Hospital, Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de Málaga (IBIMA), University of Málaga, 29010 Málaga, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Research Unit, Department of Family Medicine, Distrito Sanitario Atención Primaria Sevilla, 41010 Sevilla, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Research Institute of Biomedical and Health Sciences (IUIBS), University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria & Centro Hospitalario Universitario Insular Materno Infantil (CHUIMI), Canarian Health Service, 35016 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
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- Department of Nursing, School of Health Sciences, Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de Málaga (IBIMA), University of Málaga, 29010 Málaga, Spain;
- Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, University of Granada, 18016 Granada, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Health Research Institute of the Balearic Islands (IdISBa), 07120 Palma de Mallorca, Spain
- Research Group on Community Nutrition & Oxidative Stress, IUNICS, University of Balearic Islands, 07122 Palma de Mallorca, Spain
| | - Vicente Martín Sánchez
- Precision Nutrition Program, IMDEA Food, CEI UAM + CSIC, 28049 Madrid, Spain; (V.M.S.); (M.D.-R.); (L.D.)
- Institute of Biomedicine (IBIOMED), University of León, 24071 León, Spain
| | - Xavier Pintó
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Lipids and Vascular Risk Unit, Internal Medicine, Hospital Universitario de Bellvitge, Hospitalet de Llobregat, 08908 Barcelona, Spain
| | - Miguel Delgado-Rodríguez
- Precision Nutrition Program, IMDEA Food, CEI UAM + CSIC, 28049 Madrid, Spain; (V.M.S.); (M.D.-R.); (L.D.)
- Division of Preventive Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Jaén, 23071 Jaén, Spain
| | - Pilar Matía-Martín
- Department of Endocrinology and Nutrition, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Hospital Clínico San Carlos (IdISSC), 28040 Madrid, Spain;
| | - Josep Vidal
- CIBER Diabetes y Enfermedades Metabólicas (CIBERDEM), Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII), 28029 Madrid, Spain;
- Department of Endocrinology, Institut d’Investigacions Biomédiques August Pi Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, 08036 Barcelona, Spain
| | - Clotilde Vázquez
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Endocrinology and Nutrition, Hospital Fundación Jimenez Díaz, Instituto de Investigaciones Biomédicas IISFJD, University Autonoma, 28040 Madrid, Spain
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- Precision Nutrition Program, IMDEA Food, CEI UAM + CSIC, 28049 Madrid, Spain; (V.M.S.); (M.D.-R.); (L.D.)
| | - Emilio Ros
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Endocrinology and Nutrition, Hospital Clínic, 08036 Barcelona, Spain;
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- Department of Endocrinology and Nutrition, Hospital Clínic, 08036 Barcelona, Spain;
| | - Zenaida Vázquez-Ruiz
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, University of Navarra, IdiSNA, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
| | - Stephanie K. Nishi
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Departament de Bioquímica i Biotecnologia, Unitat de Nutrició, 43204 Reus, Spain
- Nutrition Unit, University Hospital of Sant Joan de Reus, 43201 Reus, Spain
- Institut d’Investigació Sanitària Pere Virgili (IISPV), 43201 Reus, Spain
| | - Jose V. Sorlí
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Preventive Medicine, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain
| | - María Dolores Zomeño
- Blanquerna School of Health Sciences, Universitat Ramon Llull, 08025 Barcelona, Spain;
- Unit of Cardiovascular Risk and Nutrition, Institut Hospital del Mar de Investigaciones Médicas (IMIM), 08007 Barcelona, Spain; (M.M.); (H.S.)
| | - María Angeles Zulet
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Center for Nutrition Research, Department of Nutrition, Food Sciences, and Physiology, University of Navarra, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
- Precision Nutrition Program, IMDEA Food, CEI UAM + CSIC, 28049 Madrid, Spain; (V.M.S.); (M.D.-R.); (L.D.)
| | - Jessica Vaquero-Luna
- Bioaraba Health Research Institute, Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Metabolic Area, 01009 Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain; (J.V.-L.); (I.S.-L.)
- Osakidetza Basque Health Service, Araba University Hospital, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, 01009 Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
| | - Rosa Carabaño-Moral
- Unidad de Gestión Clínica Arroyo de la Miel, Distrito de Atención Primaria Costa del Sol, Servicio Andaluz de Salud, 29630 Benalmádena, Spain;
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- CIBER de Epidemiología y Salud Pública (CIBERESP), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (J.V.); (L.N.-B.)
- Unit of Nutritional Epidemiology, Miguel Hernandez University, ISABIAL-FISABIO, 03010 Alicante, Spain
| | - Marga Morey
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Health Research Institute of the Balearic Islands (IdISBa), 07120 Palma de Mallorca, Spain
| | - Antonio García-Ríos
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Internal Medicine, Maimonides Biomedical Research Institute of Cordoba (IMIBIC), Reina Sofia University Hospital, University of Cordoba, 14004 Cordoba, Spain
| | - Ana M. Gómez-Pérez
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Endocrinology, Virgen de la Victoria Hospital, Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de Málaga (IBIMA), University of Málaga, 29010 Málaga, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Research Unit, Department of Family Medicine, Distrito Sanitario Atención Primaria Sevilla, 41010 Sevilla, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, University of Navarra, IdiSNA, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
- Osasunbidea, Servicio Navarro de Salud, Atención Primaria, 31003 Pamplona, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Departament de Bioquímica i Biotecnologia, Unitat de Nutrició, 43204 Reus, Spain
- Institut d’Investigació Sanitària Pere Virgili (IISPV), 43201 Reus, Spain
- IDIAP Jordi Gol i Gurina, 43202 Reus, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Preventive Medicine, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain
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- Unit of Cardiovascular Risk and Nutrition, Institut Hospital del Mar de Investigaciones Médicas (IMIM), 08007 Barcelona, Spain; (M.M.); (H.S.)
- CIBER de Epidemiología y Salud Pública (CIBERESP), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (J.V.); (L.N.-B.)
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Center for Nutrition Research, Department of Nutrition, Food Sciences, and Physiology, University of Navarra, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
- Precision Nutrition Program, IMDEA Food, CEI UAM + CSIC, 28049 Madrid, Spain; (V.M.S.); (M.D.-R.); (L.D.)
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- Bioaraba Health Research Institute, Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Metabolic Area, 01009 Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain; (J.V.-L.); (I.S.-L.)
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, University of Navarra, IdiSNA, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Departament de Bioquímica i Biotecnologia, Unitat de Nutrició, 43204 Reus, Spain
- Nutrition Unit, University Hospital of Sant Joan de Reus, 43201 Reus, Spain
- Institut d’Investigació Sanitària Pere Virgili (IISPV), 43201 Reus, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Unit of Cardiovascular Risk and Nutrition, Institut Hospital del Mar de Investigaciones Médicas (IMIM), 08007 Barcelona, Spain; (M.M.); (H.S.)
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- Department of Nutrition, Food Science and Gastronomy, School of Pharmacy and Food Sciences and XaRTA, Institute of Nutrition and Food Safety (INSA-UB), University of Barcelona, 08921 Santa Coloma de Gramenet, Spain;
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain; (M.M.-M.); (Á.H.); (A.T.-R.); (M.Á.M.-G.); (J.S.-S.); (D.C.); (J.A.M.); (Á.M.A.-G.); (J.W.); (D.R.); (J.L.-M.); (R.E.); (F.J.T.); (J.L.); (J.L.S.-M.); (J.A.T.); (X.P.); (C.V.); (E.R.); (Z.V.-R.); (S.K.N.); (J.V.S.); (M.A.Z.); (M.M.); (A.G.-R.); (A.M.G.-P.); (J.M.S.-L.); (P.B.-C.); (J.B.); (O.P.); (I.A.); (E.T.); (N.B.); (M.F.)
- Department of Nutrition, Food Science and Gastronomy, School of Pharmacy and Food Sciences and XaRTA, Institute of Nutrition and Food Safety (INSA-UB), University of Barcelona, 08921 Santa Coloma de Gramenet, Spain;
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-934034843
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Variation of Total Antioxidant Activity in Young People with Non-Lesional Cardiac Arrhythmias. CURRENT HEALTH SCIENCES JOURNAL 2021; 47:558-565. [PMID: 35444827 PMCID: PMC8987465 DOI: 10.12865/chsj.47.04.12] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2021] [Accepted: 11/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
Abstract
Total antioxidant activity status (TAS) represents the body's response to oxidative stress, important in the pathogenic assessment of oxidations. AIM To determine TAS variations in young subjects, with non-lesional cardiac arrhythmias, with/without dyslipidemia and to assess the risk of lipid oxidation. PATIENTS AND METHODS The research was performed on 120 young subjects (mean age 33 years), with various types of cardiac arrhythmias, on normal heart, without co-existing lesions. Subjects were divided into 3 groups (40 persons). The first 2 groups included subjects with cardiac arrhythmias. Group I also associated dyslipidemia; group II, without dyslipidemia and group III: control. Determination of TAS values was performed using ABTS (2-azino-di-3-ethylbenzthiazoline sulfonate) colorimetic method. Results were statistically processed. RESULTS TAS values were decreased in all patients with cardiac arrhythmias, representing 52-54% of the values of healthy controls, the data being highly statistically significant. The variation of TAS decrease by types of arrhythmias was thus found in patients with arrhythmias and associated dyslipidemia and, respectively, without dyslipidemia, compared to controls. The deficit of antioxidant activity, between 48%-46% triggers electrochemical processes with implications in arrhythmogenesis and lipid oxidation. Coffee and vegetables-rich diet have antioxidant effect, reducing TAS deficiency. CONCLUSIONS 1. TAS was decreased in all subjects with non-lesional arrhythmias. The study showed decreasing TAS level at 52-54% in patients with arrhythmias, with/without dyslipidemia, compared to controls. 2. TAS deficiency was associated with various types of dysrhythmias, ranging from 62% to 33%. 3. Decreased TAS also triggers lipid oxidation, as risk factor for early atherosclerotic lesions.
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Ferdaus MJ, Ferdous Z, Sara RJ, Mahin MG, Faruque MO. Total Antioxidants Activity and Proximate Analysis of Selected Fruits and Vegetables in Jashore Region, Bangladesh. CURRENT RESEARCH IN NUTRITION AND FOOD SCIENCE JOURNAL 2020. [DOI: 10.12944/crnfsj.8.3.11] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Antioxidant plays essential roles in the maintaining of good health. Fruits and vegetables are the primary sources of antioxidants. Antioxidant contents in fruits and vegetables could vary in geographical distribution and also in the same soil for different time intervals. Therefore, the present study aimed to analyze the total antioxidant status and proximate analysis of some selected locally available fruits and vegetables and they were Mangiferaindica, Musa acuminate, Psidium guajava, Carcia papaya, Lagenariasiceraria, Trichosanthesdioica, Momordica charantia, Basella alba, and Amaranthus gangeticus from three villages. In this analysis, total antioxidant status was determined by DPPH free radical scavenging assay, and proximate analysis of moisture, ash, fat (Soxhlet extraction method), and protein (Kjeldahl method with N × 6.25) were determined as the method outlined in AOAC (2005). Among the four fruits sample, Papaya hadthe highest moisture content (88.08%)but was lower in ash, protein, fat, and carbohydrate contents. Among the vegetables, Bottle gourd had the highest moisture content (94.14%).Regarding all samples, Red amaranth showed the highest ash (1.59%) and protein (4.32%) content. However, both Mango and Papaya showed the lowest protein content (0.70%). Fat content was low in Papaya and Bottle gourdwith 0.10% and 0.15% respectively. For the carbohydrates, Banana was the greatest source with 22.62%. Furthermore, among the fruits Guava had the highest total antioxidants activity of 70.90% and among vegetables, Bitter gourd had 45.47% which was the highest compared to other studiedvegetables. Whereas, Indian spinachhad the lowest antioxidants activity and the value was 28.60%. The above results indicate that the selected fruits contents higher levels of antioxidant activity compared to selected vegetables samples.
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- Md. Jannatul Ferdaus
- Department of Nutrition and Food Technology, Faculty of Applied Science and Technology, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, Bangladesh
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Technology, Faculty of Applied Science and Technology, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, Bangladesh
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, Bangladesh
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Technology, Faculty of Applied Science and Technology, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, Bangladesh
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Technology, Faculty of Applied Science and Technology, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, Bangladesh
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Abbaszadeh A, Saharkhiz M, Khorasanchi Z, Karbasi S, Askari M, Hoseini ZS, Ayadilord M, Mahmoudzadeh S, Rezapour H, Enayati H, Ferns GA, Bahrami A. Impact of a Nordic diet on psychological function in young students. Nutr Health 2020; 27:97-104. [PMID: 33076738 DOI: 10.1177/0260106020964981] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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BACKGROUND There has been a rapid increase in the prevalence of psychiatric and psychological disease, and this has attracted interest in identifying modifiable lifestyle factors that may affect an individual's mood. Diet is one potential lifestyle factor that may affect psychological function. AIM This study aimed to investigate the relationship between adherence to the health-promoting Nordic diet (ND) with neuropsychological function in young women. METHODS The study comprised 181 female students aged between 18 and 25 years. Psychological function was evaluated using a series of standardized questionnaires, including the Cognitive Ability Questionnaire, Depression Anxiety Stress Scale, Insomnia Severity Index, Epworth Sleep Scale and Quality of Life Questionnaire. A validated food frequency questionnaire, which included 65 types of foods, was used to evaluate the amount of different foods consumed. RESULTS Evaluation of the dietary composition of the participants showed that the rate of adherence to the ND was positively associated with total energy, carbohydrates, protein, fibre, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, folate, phosphorus, vitamin C, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, vitamins B6 and B12, carotene, whole grain, legumes, cabbage/vegetables, vegetables and fruit (p<0.05). Linear regression showed cabbage/vegetable consumption was inversely related to scores of stress (β=-0.04; p=0.038) and anxiety (β=-0.02; p=0.049) and directly associated with the quality-of-life score (0.02; p=0.036). CONCLUSIONS Adherence to a ND with a high intake of cabbage/vegetables was inversely associated with stress and anxiety scores and directly associated with health-related quality of life.
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- Arefeh Abbaszadeh
- Cardiovascular Diseases Research Centre, Department of Cardiology, School of Medicine, 125609Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran.,Student Research Committee, 125609Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, 125609Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran.,Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine, 125609Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran
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- Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, 37552Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Research Centre, 125609Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, 125609Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran.,Department of Anatomical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, 125609Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, 125609Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran.,Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine, 125609Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, 125609Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran.,Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine, 125609Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, 125609Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran.,Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine, 125609Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, 125609Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran
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- 12190Brighton and Sussex Medical School, Division of Medical Education, UK
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- Cellular and Molecular Research Centre, 125609Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran
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Jawhara S. How to boost the immune defence prior to respiratory virus infections with the special focus on coronavirus infections. Gut Pathog 2020; 12:47. [PMID: 33062058 PMCID: PMC7549427 DOI: 10.1186/s13099-020-00385-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2020] [Accepted: 10/03/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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The emergence of the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, which causes severe respiratory tract infections in humans (COVID-19), has become a global health concern. One of the most worrying features of COVID-19 is a phenomenon known as the "cytokine storm", which is a rapid overreaction of the immune system. Additionally, coagulation abnormalities, thrombocytopenia and digestive symptoms, including anorexia, vomiting, and diarrhea, are often observed in critically ill patients with COVID-19. Baker's yeast β-glucan, a natural immunomodulatory component derived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, primes the immune system to respond better to any microbial infection. Our previous studies have shown that oral administration of yeast β-glucans decreased the diarrhoea, modulated cytokine expression, and reduced the intestinal inflammation. Additionally, we showed that β-glucan fractions decreased coagulation in plasma and reduced the activation of platelets. During the period of home confinement facing individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic, our immune defence could be weakened by different factors, including stress, anxiety and poor nutrition, while a healthy diet rich in vitamins C and D can reinforce the immune defence and reduce the risk of microbial infections. Additionally, β-glucan can be used to strengthen the immune defence in healthy individuals prior to any possible viral infections. This short review focuses on the role of baker's yeast β-glucan, with a healthy diet rich in natural vitamins C and D, in addition to a healthy gut microbiota can provide synergistic immune system support, helping the body to naturally defend prior to respiratory virus infections, until stronger options such as vaccines are available.
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- Samir Jawhara
- grid.503422.20000 0001 2242 6780CNRS, UMR 8576, UGSF - Unité de Glycobiologie Structurale et Fonctionnelle, INSERM U1285, Université Lille, 1 Place Verdun, 59000 Lille, France ,grid.503422.20000 0001 2242 6780University of Lille, 59000 Lille, France
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Flavonoids in adipose tissue inflammation and atherosclerosis: one arrow, two targets. Clin Sci (Lond) 2020; 134:1403-1432. [PMID: 32556180 DOI: 10.1042/cs20200356] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2020] [Revised: 06/09/2020] [Accepted: 06/10/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Flavonoids are polyphenolic compounds naturally occurring in fruits and vegetables, in addition to beverages such as tea and coffee. Flavonoids are emerging as potent therapeutic agents for cardiovascular as well as metabolic diseases. Several studies corroborated an inverse relationship between flavonoid consumption and cardiovascular disease (CVD) or adipose tissue inflammation (ATI). Flavonoids exert their anti-atherogenic effects by increasing nitric oxide (NO), reducing reactive oxygen species (ROS), and decreasing pro-inflammatory cytokines. In addition, flavonoids alleviate ATI by decreasing triglyceride and cholesterol levels, as well as by attenuating inflammatory mediators. Furthermore, flavonoids inhibit synthesis of fatty acids and promote their oxidation. In this review, we discuss the effect of the main classes of flavonoids, namely flavones, flavonols, flavanols, flavanones, anthocyanins, and isoflavones, on atherosclerosis and ATI. In addition, we dissect the underlying molecular and cellular mechanisms of action for these flavonoids. We conclude by supporting the potential benefit for flavonoids in the management or treatment of CVD; yet, we call for more robust clinical studies for safety and pharmacokinetic values.
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Grabia M, Markiewicz-Żukowska R, Puścion-Jakubik A, Bielecka J, Nowakowski P, Gromkowska-Kępka K, Mielcarek K, Socha K. The Nutritional and Health Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Patients with Diabetes Mellitus. Nutrients 2020; 12:E3013. [PMID: 33008059 PMCID: PMC7600117 DOI: 10.3390/nu12103013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2020] [Revised: 09/24/2020] [Accepted: 09/28/2020] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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COVID-19 related restrictions aimed at curbing the spread of the coronavirus result in changes in daily routines and physical activity which can have a negative effect on eating and health habits. The aim of the study was to assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on patients with diabetes and their nutrition and health behaviours. A survey conducted in July 2020 included 124 individuals with type 1 (n = 90) and 2 (n = 34) diabetes mellitus from Poland. To assess nutritional and health behaviours, an online questionnaire covering basic information, anthropometric data, and details regarding physical activity, eating, and hygiene habits was used. Almost 40% of all respondents with type 1 and 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) stated that their disease self-management had significantly improved. Over 60% of all participants declared that they had started eating more nutritious and regular meals during the COVID-19 pandemic. Enhanced hygiene, in particular, during the period, a statistically significant increase in hand sanitiser use was reported by respondents (18% vs. 82%, p < 0.001). The study demonstrated that the pandemic had a significant impact on the behaviour of patients with DM. Improved disease self-management and making healthy, informed food and hygiene choices were observed.
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- Monika Grabia
- Department of Bromatology, Medical University of Bialystok, Mickiewicza 2D St., 15-222 Bialystok, Poland; (R.M.-Ż); (A.P.-J.); (J.B.); (P.N.); (K.G.-K.); (K.M.); (K.S.)
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Williams JL, Sharma M, Mendy VL, Leggett S, Akil L, Perkins S. Using multi theory model (MTM) of health behavior change to explain intention for initiation and sustenance of the consumption of fruits and vegetables among African American men from barbershops in Mississippi. Health Promot Perspect 2020; 10:200-206. [PMID: 32802756 PMCID: PMC7420166 DOI: 10.34172/hpp.2020.33] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2020] [Accepted: 05/11/2020] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background: African American men have poorer health outcomes compared to their white counterparts despite medical advancements and early detection of diseases. The purpose of this study was to determine to what extent the constructs of the multi theory model (MTM) explain the intention for initiation and sustenance of the consumption of fruits and vegetables among African American adult men in Mississippi. Methods: Using a cross-sectional design a valid and reliable paper survey was administered during November and December of 2019. The target population for the study consisted of African American adult men (18 or older) that had not consumed recommended levels of fruits and vegetables within 24 hours of taking the questionnaire. A convenience quota sample of African American men from select barbershops in Jackson, Mississippi, were asked to complete the 40-item questionnaire on preventive health screening behavior (n=134). Results: The mean total number of fruits and vegetables consumed by participants within 24hours of the taking the survey was 1.63 (SD =1.47). The mean intention to initiate consuming 5or more cups of fruits and vegetables per day score was 2.13 (SD=1.17) as measured on a 5-point scale (0-4). Behavioral confidence (β = 0.495, P<0.0001), and changes in physical environment(β = 0.230, P<0.0001) accounted for 40.8% of the variance in predicting the intention to initiate behavioral change regarding the daily consumption of fruits and vegetables. Practice for change (β = 0.462, P<0.001) and emotional transformation (β = 0.215, P<0.0001) accounted for 37.5% of the variance in the intention to sustain fruits and vegetables consumption behavior. Conclusion: Based on data found in the study, MTM appears to predict the intention to initiate and sustain fruit and vegetable intake of African American men. Further research studies of suitable interventions to target African American men are needed.
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- Jaelrbreiret L Williams
- Department of Behavioral & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, Jackson MS, USA
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- Department of Behavioral & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, Jackson MS, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, Jackson MS, USA
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- Department of Behavioral & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, Jackson MS, USA
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- Department of Behavioral & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, Jackson MS, USA
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- Department of Business Administration, College of Business, Jackson State University, Jackson MS, USA
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Fruit-Based Beverages Contain a Wide Range of Phytochemicals and Intervention Targets Should Account for the Individual Compounds Present and Their Availability. Foods 2020; 9:foods9070891. [PMID: 32645879 PMCID: PMC7404635 DOI: 10.3390/foods9070891] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2020] [Revised: 06/17/2020] [Accepted: 06/23/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Benefits from micronutrients within fruit juice and smoothies are well documented, but fewer studies research the role of phytochemicals. Well-controlled human studies are essential to evaluate their impact, particularly on glucose and lipid regulation but also gastrointestinal health. Planning these studies requires data on the potential molecular targets. Here we report a comprehensive metabolomic (LC-MS) analysis of the phytochemical composition of four commonly consumed beverages, including data on whether they are free to be absorbed early in the gastrointestinal tract or bound to other plant components. Smoothies contained a wide range of phenolics (free and bound), whereas the fruit juices contained higher amounts of fewer compounds. Orange juice was rich in bound hesperidin (1.97 ± 0.39 mg/100 mL) and hydroxycinnamic acids, likely to be delivered to the colon with the potential to have an impact on gut health. Apple juice contained free chlorogenic acid (3.11 ± 1.03 mg/100 mL), phloridzin (0.40 ± 0.03 mg/100 mL), catechin (0.090 ± 0.005 mg/100 mL), and epicatechin (0.38 ± 0.02 mg/100 mL), suggesting potential roles in glucose uptake reduction or positive effects on systemic blood flow. Redox screening established that differences in chemical composition impacted on bioactivity, highlighting the importance of availability from the matrix. This suggests that fruit-based beverage interventions should target specific mechanisms depending on the fruits from which they are comprised and in particular, the availability of the individual constituents.
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Dietary Choices and Habits during COVID-19 Lockdown: Experience from Poland. Nutrients 2020; 12:nu12061657. [PMID: 32503173 PMCID: PMC7352682 DOI: 10.3390/nu12061657] [Citation(s) in RCA: 608] [Impact Index Per Article: 152.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2020] [Revised: 06/01/2020] [Accepted: 06/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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The outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in late December 2019 in China, which later developed into a pandemic, has forced different countries to implement strict sanitary regimes and social distancing measures. Globally, at least four billion people were under lockdown, working remotely, homeschooling children, and facing challenges coping with quarantine and the stressful events. The present cross-sectional online survey of adult Poles (n = 1097), conducted during a nationwide quarantine, aimed to assess whether nutritional and consumer habits have been affected under these conditions. Over 43.0% and nearly 52% reported eating and snacking more, respectively, and these tendencies were more frequent in overweight and obese individuals. Almost 30% and over 18% experienced weight gain (mean ± SD 3.0 ± 1.6 kg) and loss (−2.9 ± 1.5 kg), respectively. Overweight, obese, and older subjects (aged 36–45 and >45) tended to gain weight more frequently, whereas those with underweight tended to lose it further. Increased BMI was associated with less frequent consumption of vegetables, fruit, and legumes during quarantine, and higher adherence to meat, dairy, and fast-foods. An increase in alcohol consumption was seen in 14.6%, with a higher tendency to drink more found among alcohol addicts. Over 45% of smokers experienced a rise in smoking frequency during the quarantine. The study highlights that lockdown imposed to contain an infectious agent may affect eating behaviors and dietary habits, and advocates for organized nutritional support during future epidemic-related quarantines, particularly for the most vulnerable groups, including overweight and obese subjects.
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Association between Serum Vitamin C and the Blood Pressure: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies. Cardiovasc Ther 2020; 2020:4940673. [PMID: 32426036 PMCID: PMC7211237 DOI: 10.1155/2020/4940673] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2020] [Accepted: 04/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Background Hypertension is regarded as a major and independent risk factor of cardiovascular diseases, and numerous studies observed an inverse correlation between vitamin C intake and blood pressure. Aim Our aim is to investigate the relationship between serum vitamin C and blood pressure, including the concentration differences and the correlation strength. Method Two independent researchers searched and screened articles from the National Library of Medicine, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, VIP databases, and WANFANG databases. A total of 18 eligible studies were analyzed in the Reviewer Manager 5.3 software, including 14 English articles and 4 Chinese articles. Results In the evaluation of serum vitamin C levels, the concentration in hypertensive subjects is 15.13 μmol/L lower than the normotensive ones (mean difference = −15.13, 95% CI [-24.19, -6.06], and P = 0.001). Serum vitamin C has a significant inverse relation with both systolic blood pressure (Fisher′s Z = −0.17, 95% CI [-0.20, -0.15], P < 0.00001) and diastolic blood pressure (Fisher′s Z = −0.15, 95% CI [-0.20, -0.10], P < 0.00001). Conclusions People with hypertension have a relatively low serum vitamin C, and vitamin C is inversely associated with both systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure.
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Motivators and barriers to adoption of a healthy diet by survivors of stomach cancer: A cross-sectional study. Eur J Oncol Nurs 2019; 44:101703. [PMID: 31816509 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejon.2019.101703] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2019] [Revised: 11/10/2019] [Accepted: 11/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/09/2022]
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PURPOSE This study aimed to identify motivators and barriers to adopting a high-quality diet by survivors of stomach cancer. BACKGROUND Despite the benefits of a healthy diet and cancer survivors' motivation to stay healthy, few cancer survivors meet commonly prescribed dietary guidelines, and there have been few studies on the adequacy of dietary management in gastric cancer survivors. METHODS This cross-sectional study enrolled 124 adult survivors of stomach cancer. All patients were consecutively recruited from a single tertiary university hospital in South Korea from December 2015 to July 2016. Diet quality was assessed from patients' food diary data on 3 non-consecutive days. The barriers and motivators to following the dietary plan were measured using questionnaires. RESULTS Patients were more likely to consume amounts of carbohydrates if they perceived the presence of family and social support and personal disease control. Patients were more likely to consume appropriate carbohydrates and fats, and to have an appropriate intake of calcium if they perceived difficulties in eating with others. Patients were less likely to consume appropriate calcium if they perceived personal limits in their knowledge of shopping and cooking. CONCLUSION When caring for stomach cancer survivors, interventions that target patient-perceived barriers and motivators are likely to improve diet quality and lead to beneficial long-term improvements in health.
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Lorenzoni G, Minto C, Vecchio MG, Zec S, Paolin I, Lamprecht M, Mestroni L, Gregori D. Fruit and Vegetable Concentrate Supplementation and Cardiovascular Health: A Systematic Review from a Public Health Perspective. J Clin Med 2019; 8:E1914. [PMID: 31717327 PMCID: PMC6912365 DOI: 10.3390/jcm8111914] [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: 09/27/2019] [Revised: 11/01/2019] [Accepted: 11/04/2019] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Fruits and vegetables (FV) are very important for the prevention of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), but it has been demonstrated that FV consumption is below that recommended. Several companies have worked to offer FV concentrates, but it remains unclear whether they represent a potentially effective means of reducing the burden of NCDs. The present study provides a systematic review aimed at assessing the effect of FV concentrate supplementation on select parameters that are known to be risk factors for NCDs. The systematic review was done according to the PRISMA guidelines. Relevant studies were identified through the online databases PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Embase. The physiological parameters of interest were total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein, plasmatic homocysteine, systolic blood pressure, and body mass index. Data extraction was performed in duplicate. The results of the systematic review provided input for a Markov chain simulation model aimed at estimating the public health consequences of various scenarios of FV concentrate utilization on NCDs burden. The present results suggest a positive and significant role of FV concentrate supplementation on select parameters known to affect the risk of NCDs. Such an effect might be hypothesized to turn into mitigation of the burden of those NCDs modulated by the physiological parameters analyzed in the present systematic review.
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- Giulia Lorenzoni
- Unit of Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Public Health, Department of Cardiac, Thoracic, Vascular Sciences and Public Health, University of Padova, 35131 Padova, Italy; (G.L.); (S.Z.); (I.P.)
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- ZETA Research Ltd., 34129 Trieste, Italy; (C.M.); (M.G.V.)
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- Unit of Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Public Health, Department of Cardiac, Thoracic, Vascular Sciences and Public Health, University of Padova, 35131 Padova, Italy; (G.L.); (S.Z.); (I.P.)
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- Unit of Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Public Health, Department of Cardiac, Thoracic, Vascular Sciences and Public Health, University of Padova, 35131 Padova, Italy; (G.L.); (S.Z.); (I.P.)
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- Otto Loewi Research Center, Division of Physiological Chemistry, Medical University of Graz, 8010 Graz, Austria;
- The Juice Plus+ Science Institute, Collierville 38017, TN, USA
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- School of Medicine, University of Colorado, Aurora 80045, CO, USA;
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- Unit of Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Public Health, Department of Cardiac, Thoracic, Vascular Sciences and Public Health, University of Padova, 35131 Padova, Italy; (G.L.); (S.Z.); (I.P.)
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Wang R, Xing Y, Li X, Guo X, Xu Q, Li W, Chen C, Yang H, Bi X, Che Z. Microstructure and quality of cabbage slices (Brassica oleracea L. var. capitata L.) as affected by cryogenic quick-freezing treatment. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD PROPERTIES 2019. [DOI: 10.1080/10942912.2019.1681449] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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- Ranran Wang
- Key Laboratory of Food Bio-technology, College of Food and Bioengineering, Xihua University, Chengdu, China
- Chongqing Collaborative Innovation Center for Functional Food, Chongqing University of Education, Chongqing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Bio-technology, College of Food and Bioengineering, Xihua University, Chengdu, China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Bio-technology, College of Food and Bioengineering, Xihua University, Chengdu, China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Bio-technology, College of Food and Bioengineering, Xihua University, Chengdu, China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Bio-technology, College of Food and Bioengineering, Xihua University, Chengdu, China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Bio-technology, College of Food and Bioengineering, Xihua University, Chengdu, China
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- Key Laboratory of Physiological and Storage of Agricultural Products after Harvest in the Ministry of Agriculture, National Engineering Technology Research Center for Preservation of Agricultural Products(Tianjin), Tianjin, China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Bio-technology, College of Food and Bioengineering, Xihua University, Chengdu, China
- Key Laboratory of Food Non-Thermal Technology, Engineering Technology Research Center of Food Non-Thermal, Yibin Xihua University Research Institute, Yibin, China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Bio-technology, College of Food and Bioengineering, Xihua University, Chengdu, China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Bio-technology, College of Food and Bioengineering, Xihua University, Chengdu, China
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Samaneh Y, ShahidehJahanian S, Azadeh M, Anoshirvan K. The association of food consumption and nutrient intake with endometriosis risk in Iranian women: A case-control study. Int J Reprod Biomed 2019; 17:661-670. [PMID: 31646261 PMCID: PMC6804327 DOI: 10.18502/ijrm.v17i9.5102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/01/2019] [Revised: 03/16/2019] [Accepted: 05/12/2019] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Endometriosis, defined as the attendance of endometrial-like lesions in extra uterine locations, causes pain, infertility, and reduced quality of life. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the relationship between food consumption and nutrient intake with risk of endometriosis. MATERIALS AND METHODS Of the 156 women approached for the study, 78 women had endometriosis and 78 healthy women were included in the control group. Dietary data were collected using a validated 147-item semi-quantitative Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) with the standard serving size. A logistic regression model was used to determine the association of macronutrients and energy intake with the risk of endometriosis. RESULTS In women with higher intake of protein, especially animal protein, monounsaturated fatty acids, soluble and insoluble fiber, oleic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid, and docosahexaenoic acid endometriosis is less common (p< 0.05). High consumption of vegetables, fruits, red meat, yellow vegetables, potatoes, legumes, dairy products, liquid oil, and low intake of fried potatoes was associated with a lower risk of endometriosis (p< 0.05). CONCLUSION Regarding the association of dietary intake on endometriosis risk, counseling about improving the dietary structure can contribute toward the prevention and control of endometriosis.
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- Youseflu Samaneh
- Department of Reproductive Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Tarbiat Modares UniversityTehranIran
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- Research Center for Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases, Institute of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Iran. University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Department of Biostatistics, Faculty of Medical Sciences, TarbiatModares UniversityTehranIran
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Probst Y, Mowbray E, Svensen E, Thompson K. A Systematic Review of the Impact of Dietary Sodium on Autoimmunity and Inflammation Related to Multiple Sclerosis. Adv Nutr 2019; 10:902-910. [PMID: 31079157 PMCID: PMC6743836 DOI: 10.1093/advances/nmz032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2018] [Revised: 02/14/2019] [Accepted: 03/11/2019] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease of the central nervous system. Current research into potential causes, risk factors, and treatment is largely based around the immune response involved in the pathophysiology of the disease, including factors that contribute to the augmentation of this immune response. This review aimed to determine the role of sodium as a risk factor for increased autoimmunity and inflammation in relation to MS pathogenesis. This systematic review searched the Scopus, MEDLINE, and PubMed scientific databases for studies related to MS and sodium. Studies were included if they addressed sodium intake and MS but were not limited to a disease type or to a study design. Study quality was assessed through the use of the quality rating checklist of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. A total of 12 studies were included in the review, including human, animal, and cellular studies. The studies related to the proinflammatory effect of sodium, the blood-brain barrier, and an effect on autoimmunity. The data presented throughout this review provide insight into the emerging evidence base for sodium intake as a risk factor for MS disease progression and potentially onset of disease. More studies are needed to determine if the influence of sodium is as a single nutrient or has a combined effect as part of an overall eating pattern. This review was registered at PROSPERO as CRD42016039174.
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- Yasmine Probst
- School of Medicine, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Medicine, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Medicine, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Medicine, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
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Huerta-Ávila EE, Ramírez-Silva I, Torres-Sánchez LE, Díaz-Benítez CE, Orbe-Orihuela YC, Lagunas-Martínez A, Galván-Portillo M, Flores M, Cruz M, Burguete-García AI. High Relative Abundance of Lactobacillus reuteri and Fructose Intake are Associated with Adiposity and Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Children from Mexico City. Nutrients 2019; 11:nu11061207. [PMID: 31141963 PMCID: PMC6627236 DOI: 10.3390/nu11061207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2019] [Revised: 05/10/2019] [Accepted: 05/10/2019] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
Abstract
In Mexico, 3 of 10 children are overweight. Fructose intake and relative abundance (RA) of Lactobacillus reuteri (L. reuteri) in the intestinal microbiota are associated with obesity and diabetes in adults, but studies in children are limited. This study evaluates the association between fructose intake and L. reuteri RA with adiposity and cardiometabolic risk markers in Mexican children dietary information, microbiota profiles, adiposity indicators (Body Mass Index, BMI and Waste Circumference, WC), and cardiometabolic markers were analyzed in 1087 children aged 6–12 years. Linear regression and path analysis models were used. High-tertile fructose intake and L. reuteri RA were positively associated with BMI (βTertil 3 vs. Tertil 1= 0.24 (95% CI, 0.04; 0.44) and βT3 vs. T1 = 0.52 (95% CI, 0.32; 0.72)) and WC (βT3 vs. T1 = 2.40 (95% CI, 0.93; 3.83) and βT3 vs. T1 = 3.40 (95% CI, 1.95; 4.90)), respectively. Also, these factors mediated by adiposity were positively correlated with high triglycerides and insulin concentrations and HOMA-IR (p ≤ 0.03) and negatively associated with HDL-C concentration (p < 0.01). High-tertile fructose intake and L. reuteri RA were directly associated with adiposity and indirectly associated though adiposity with metabolic disorders in children. In conclusion, fructose intake and L. reuteri RA were directly associated with adiposity and indirectly associated with metabolic disorders in children, mediated by adiposity.
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- Eira E Huerta-Ávila
- Centro de Investigación sobre Enfermedades Infecciosas, Instituto Nacional de Salud Pública, Cuernavaca, Morelos 62100, México.
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- Centro de Investigación sobre Nutrición y Salud, Instituto Nacional de Salud Pública, Cuernavaca, Morelos 62100, México.
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- Centro de Investigación Salud Poblacional, Instituto Nacional de Salud Pública, Cuernavaca, Morelos 62100, México.
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- Centro de Investigación sobre Enfermedades Infecciosas, Instituto Nacional de Salud Pública, Cuernavaca, Morelos 62100, México.
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- Centro de Investigación sobre Enfermedades Infecciosas, Instituto Nacional de Salud Pública, Cuernavaca, Morelos 62100, México.
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- Centro de Investigación sobre Enfermedades Infecciosas, Instituto Nacional de Salud Pública, Cuernavaca, Morelos 62100, México.
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- Centro de Investigación Salud Poblacional, Instituto Nacional de Salud Pública, Cuernavaca, Morelos 62100, México.
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- Centro de Investigación sobre Nutrición y Salud, Instituto Nacional de Salud Pública, Cuernavaca, Morelos 62100, México.
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- Unidad de Investigación Médica en Bioquímica, Centro Médico Nacional Siglo XXI, Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, Juárez, Ciudad de México, CDMX 06600, México.
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- Centro de Investigación sobre Enfermedades Infecciosas, Instituto Nacional de Salud Pública, Cuernavaca, Morelos 62100, México.
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