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Levak N, Lehtisalo J, Thunborg C, Westman E, Andersen P, Andrieu S, Broersen LM, Coley N, Hartmann T, Irving GF, Mangialasche F, Ngandu T, Pantel J, Rosenberg A, Sindi S, Soininen H, Solomon A, Wang R, Kivipelto M. Nutrition guidance within a multimodal intervention improves diet quality in prodromal Alzheimer's disease: Multimodal Preventive Trial for Alzheimer's Disease (MIND-AD mini). Alzheimers Res Ther 2024; 16:147. [PMID: 38961421 PMCID: PMC11221015 DOI: 10.1186/s13195-024-01522-8] [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: 03/26/2024] [Accepted: 06/26/2024] [Indexed: 07/05/2024]
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BACKGROUND Multimodal lifestyle interventions can benefit overall health, including cognition, in populations at-risk for dementia. However, little is known about the effect of lifestyle interventions in patients with prodromal Alzheimer's disease (AD). Even less is known about dietary intake and adherence to dietary recommendations within this population making it difficult to design tailored interventions for them. METHOD A 6-month MIND-ADmini pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) was conducted among 93 participants with prodromal AD in Sweden, Finland, Germany, and France. Three arms were included in the RCT: 1) multimodal lifestyle intervention (nutritional guidance, exercise, cognitive training, vascular/metabolic risk management, and social stimulation); 2) multimodal lifestyle intervention + medical food product; and 3) regular health advice (control group). Adherence to dietary advice was assessed with a brief food intake questionnaire by using the Healthy Diet Index (HDI) and Mediterranean Diet Adherence Screener (MEDAS). The intake of macro- and micronutrients were analyzed on a subsample using 3-day food records. RESULTS The dietary quality in the intervention groups, pooled together, improved compared to that of the control group at the end of the study, as measured with by HDI (p = 0.026) and MEDAS (p = 0.008). The lifestyle-only group improved significantly more in MEDAS (p = 0.046) and almost significantly in HDI (p = 0.052) compared to the control group, while the lifestyle + medical food group improved in both HDI (p = 0.042) and MEDAS (p = 0.007) during the study. There were no changes in macro- or micronutrient intake for the intervention groups at follow-up; however, the intakes in the control group declined in several vitamins and minerals when adjusted for energy intake. CONCLUSION These results suggest that dietary intervention as part of multimodal lifestyle interventions is feasible and results in improved dietary quality in a population with prodromal AD. Nutrient intakes remained unchanged in the intervention groups while the control group showed a decreasing nutrient density. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov NCT03249688, 2017-07-08.
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- Nicholas Levak
- Division of Clinical Geriatrics, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institute, Center for Alzheimer Research QA32, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden.
- Theme Inflammation and Aging, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden.
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- Population Health Unit, Department of Public Health and Welfare, Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare, Helsinki, Finland
- Department of Neurology, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Eastern Finland, Yliopistonranta 8, 70210, Kuopio, Finland
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- Division of Clinical Geriatrics, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institute, Center for Alzheimer Research QA32, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden
- Theme Inflammation and Aging, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden
- Department of Caring Sciences, Faculty of Health and Occupational Studies, University of Gävle, Gävle, Sweden
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- Division of Clinical Geriatrics, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institute, Center for Alzheimer Research QA32, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden
- Department of Neuroimaging, Centre for Neuroimaging Sciences, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London, London, England
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- Division of Clinical Geriatrics, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institute, Center for Alzheimer Research QA32, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden
- Theme Inflammation and Aging, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Public Health, UMR 1295, CHU de Toulouse, and Aging Research Team, CERPOP Inserm, Jules Guesde, 31000, Toulouse, France
- IHU HealthAge, Toulouse, 31059, France
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Public Health, UMR 1295, CHU de Toulouse, and Aging Research Team, CERPOP Inserm, Jules Guesde, 31000, Toulouse, France
- IHU HealthAge, Toulouse, 31059, France
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- German Institute for Dementia Prevention (DIDP), Saarland University, 66424, Homburg, Germany
- Department of Experimental Neurology, Medical Faculty, Saarland University, 66424, Homburg, Germany
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- Division of Clinical Geriatrics, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institute, Center for Alzheimer Research QA32, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden
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- Division of Clinical Geriatrics, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institute, Center for Alzheimer Research QA32, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden
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- Division of Clinical Geriatrics, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institute, Center for Alzheimer Research QA32, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden
- Population Health Unit, Department of Public Health and Welfare, Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare, Helsinki, Finland
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- Institute of General Practice, Goethe University Frankfurt a.M., Frankfurt, Germany
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- Division of Clinical Geriatrics, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institute, Center for Alzheimer Research QA32, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden
- Department of Neurology, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Eastern Finland, Yliopistonranta 8, 70210, Kuopio, Finland
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- Division of Clinical Geriatrics, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institute, Center for Alzheimer Research QA32, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden
- The Ageing Epidemiology (AGE) Research Unit, School of Public Health, Imperial College London, St Mary's Hospital, Norfolk Place, London, W2 1PG, UK
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- Department of Neurology, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Eastern Finland, Yliopistonranta 8, 70210, Kuopio, Finland
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- Division of Clinical Geriatrics, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institute, Center for Alzheimer Research QA32, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden
- Department of Neurology, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Eastern Finland, Yliopistonranta 8, 70210, Kuopio, Finland
- The Ageing Epidemiology (AGE) Research Unit, School of Public Health, Imperial College London, St Mary's Hospital, Norfolk Place, London, W2 1PG, UK
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- Division of Clinical Geriatrics, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institute, Center for Alzheimer Research QA32, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden
- Department of Physical Activity and Health, the Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences, 114 86, Stockholm, Sweden
- Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin, 600 Highland Ave J5/1 Mezzanine, Madison, WI, 53792, USA
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- Division of Clinical Geriatrics, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institute, Center for Alzheimer Research QA32, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden
- Theme Inflammation and Aging, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Karolinska Vägen 37 A, 171 64, Solna, Sweden
- Department of Neurology, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Eastern Finland, Yliopistonranta 8, 70210, Kuopio, Finland
- The Ageing Epidemiology (AGE) Research Unit, School of Public Health, Imperial College London, St Mary's Hospital, Norfolk Place, London, W2 1PG, UK
- Institute of Public Health and Clinical Nutrition, University of Eastern Finland, Yliopistonranta 8, 70210, Kuopio, Finland
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Kilandeka V, Mosha T, Kulwa K. Relationship Between School Food Environment and Eating Behaviors of Primary School Children in Dodoma: A Cross-Sectional Study. Ecol Food Nutr 2024; 63:304-322. [PMID: 38776870 DOI: 10.1080/03670244.2024.2357792] [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] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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This cross-sectional study assesses the relationship between school food environment and eating behaviors of primary school children in Dodoma among 248 primary school children aged 6-13 years. School characteristics information and socio-demographic characteristics were collected. Multilevel modeling was employed to assess the individual-level variance in eating behaviors. Most of the variances in the investigated eating behaviors were at the personal level. Significant associations (p < .05) were between protein-rich food intake and fats and sugar-rich food with the death of either parent. And association between intake of vitamin and mineral-rich foods and the number of people living in household.
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- Vivian Kilandeka
- Department of Human Nutrition and Consumer Science, College of Agriculture, Morogoro, Tanzania
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- Department of Human Nutrition and Consumer Science, College of Agriculture, Morogoro, Tanzania
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- Department of Human Nutrition and Consumer Science, College of Agriculture, Morogoro, Tanzania
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Clark JE. A small switch in perspective: Comparing weight loss by nutrient balance versus caloric balance. Biol Sport 2024; 41:177-189. [PMID: 38952898 PMCID: PMC11167477 DOI: 10.5114/biolsport.2024.133666] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2023] [Revised: 11/09/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 07/03/2024] Open
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The establishment of a Caloric balance has been classically discussed as the means to induce weight loss. Recently, the idea of nutrient balance as opposed to Caloric balance has emerged as a better means to induce weight loss. This investigation compared differences in weight loss between a diet based on a nutrient balanced diet compared to a Caloric balance diet. 53 (27M/26F) active overfat individuals (30.7+/- 7.1 years) were randomly (matched for age, gender, training history) assigned within an 8-week intervention to follow either a self-selected diet (control) or a diet based on following a Caloric balance (%Cal/day) or a nutrient balance (g/kg/day) in conjunction with a periodized exercise regimen to determine effectiveness for each diet to induce weight loss. Nutrient balance group had significantly different changes (p < 0.05) in fat-free mass (2.26 (2.02, 2.49) kg versus 0.42 (-0.40, 1.24) kg) and fat mass (-5.96 (-5.34, -6.58) kg versus -4.08 (-3.92, -5.92) kg) relative to the Caloric balance group and was more effective at meeting nutritional requirements for protein (ES = 0.65 (0.48, 0.85)) and lipids (ES = 0.24 (-0.09, 0.98)) than the Caloric balance group. Nutrient balance was subjectively scored as easier to follow and more likely to be self-selected. Using a nutrient balance diet may be more effective at inducing beneficial body compositional changes and shows being a more self-selected dietary method when compared to a Caloric balance diet. Therefore, it may be a better choice for advice when offering treatments to those who are attempting to lose weight or maintain weight loss.
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- James E. Clark
- Scientific Health: Education and Human Performance. Oakley, CA 94561, USA
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Rei M, Costa A, Sosa S, da Costa S, Torres D, Sage C, Rodrigues S. Multicriteria Measures to Assess the Sustainability of Diets: A Systematic Review. Nutr Rev 2024:nuae081. [PMID: 38942740 DOI: 10.1093/nutrit/nuae081] [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] [Indexed: 06/30/2024] Open
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CONTEXT Assessing the overall sustainability of a diet is a challenging undertaking requiring a holistic approach capable of addressing the multicriteria nature of this concept. OBJECTIVE The aim was to identify and summarize the multicriteria measures used to assess the sustainability characteristics of diets reported at the individual level by healthy adults. DATA SOURCES Articles were identified via PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science. The search strategy consisted of key words and MeSH terms, and was concluded in September 2022, covering references in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. DATA EXTRACTION This systematic review followed the PRISMA guidelines. The search identified 5663 references, from which 1794 were duplicates. Two reviewers independently screened the titles and abstracts of each of the 3869 records and the full-text of the 144 references selected. Of these, 7 studies met the inclusion criteria. DATA ANALYSIS A total of 6 multicriteria measures were identified: 3 different Sustainable Diet Indices, the Quality Environmental Costs of Diet, the Quality Financial Costs of Diet, and the Environmental Impact of Diet. All of these incorporated a health/nutrition dimension, while the environmental and economic dimensions were the second and the third most integrated, respectively. A sociocultural sustainability dimension was included in only 1 of the measures. CONCLUSION Despite some methodological concerns in the development and validation process of the identified measures, their inclusion is considered indispensable in assessing the transition towards sustainable diets in future studies. SYSTEMATIC REVIEW REGISTRATION PROSPERO registration no. CRD42022358824.
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- Mariana Rei
- Faculdade de Ciências da Nutrição e Alimentação, Universidade do Porto, 4150-180 Porto, Portugal
- EPIUnit - Instituto de Saúde Pública, Universidade do Porto, 4050-600 Porto, Portugal
- Laboratório para a Investigação Integrativa e Translacional em Saúde Populacional (ITR), Universidade do Porto, 4050-600 Porto, Portugal
- Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade do Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
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- EPIUnit - Instituto de Saúde Pública, Universidade do Porto, 4050-600 Porto, Portugal
- Laboratório para a Investigação Integrativa e Translacional em Saúde Populacional (ITR), Universidade do Porto, 4050-600 Porto, Portugal
- Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade do Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
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- EPIUnit - Instituto de Saúde Pública, Universidade do Porto, 4050-600 Porto, Portugal
- Laboratório para a Investigação Integrativa e Translacional em Saúde Populacional (ITR), Universidade do Porto, 4050-600 Porto, Portugal
- Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade do Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
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- EPIUnit - Instituto de Saúde Pública, Universidade do Porto, 4050-600 Porto, Portugal
- Laboratório para a Investigação Integrativa e Translacional em Saúde Populacional (ITR), Universidade do Porto, 4050-600 Porto, Portugal
- Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade do Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
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- Faculdade de Ciências da Nutrição e Alimentação, Universidade do Porto, 4150-180 Porto, Portugal
- EPIUnit - Instituto de Saúde Pública, Universidade do Porto, 4050-600 Porto, Portugal
- Laboratório para a Investigação Integrativa e Translacional em Saúde Populacional (ITR), Universidade do Porto, 4050-600 Porto, Portugal
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- Faculdade de Ciências da Nutrição e Alimentação, Universidade do Porto, 4150-180 Porto, Portugal
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- Faculdade de Ciências da Nutrição e Alimentação, Universidade do Porto, 4150-180 Porto, Portugal
- EPIUnit - Instituto de Saúde Pública, Universidade do Porto, 4050-600 Porto, Portugal
- Laboratório para a Investigação Integrativa e Translacional em Saúde Populacional (ITR), Universidade do Porto, 4050-600 Porto, Portugal
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Jenkins M, Jefferds MED, Aburto NJ, Ramakrishnan U, Hartman TJ, Martorell R, Addo OY. Development of a population-level dichotomous indicator of minimum dietary diversity as a proxy for micronutrient adequacy in U.S. adolescents aged 10-19 years. J Nutr 2024:S0022-3166(24)00341-9. [PMID: 38917947 DOI: 10.1016/j.tjnut.2024.06.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2024] [Revised: 05/30/2024] [Accepted: 06/07/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Diversity is a key component of diet quality and health, but no indicator exists for adolescents under the age of 15 years. OBJECTIVE To establish a dichotomous indicator for population-level assessment of adolescent dietary diversity as a proxy for micronutrient adequacy. METHODS We used the probability approach to construct mean probability of adequacy (MPA) of 11 micronutrients from 2 days of 24-hour dietary recall data from NHANES, 2007-2018. For each micronutrient, probability of adequacy was calculated using the best linear unbiased predictor of usual intake. Adolescent dietary diversity score (ADDS) was derived with a maximum score of 10 food groups. Generalized linear mixed models were used to examine associations between ADDS and MPA. Receiver operating characteristic analysis was used to establish a cutoff for minimum dietary diversity for adolescents (MDD-A), using an energy-adjusted logistic model with ADDS predicting MPA > 0.6. RESULTS Probability of adequacy was greater than 80% for all nutrients except vitamin C (42.1%), folate (65.7%), and calcium (23.8%). Population MPA was 79.4%, and nearly 92% of adolescents had an MPA > 0.6. ADDS was positively associated with MPA, and energy was a significant confounder. Area under the curve was > 0.8 on both days with sensitivity and specificity ranging from 0.71-0.80. The MDD-A cutoff was calculated as 5.12 and 5.10 food groups on day 1 and 2, respectively. CONCLUSIONS In U.S. adolescents, the best cutoff for a dichotomous indicator of dietary diversity as a proxy for micronutrient adequacy is 6 food groups in a given day. Future research could validate MDD-A and its associated cutoff for use across country contexts.
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- Mica Jenkins
- International Micronutrient Malnutrition Prevention and Control (IMMPaCt) Program, Nutrition Branch, Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, GA, USA; Nutrition and Health Sciences Doctoral Program, Laney Graduate School, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- International Micronutrient Malnutrition Prevention and Control (IMMPaCt) Program, Nutrition Branch, Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Food and Nutrition Division, Food and Agriculture Organization, Rome, Italy
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- Nutrition and Health Sciences Doctoral Program, Laney Graduate School, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA; Hubert Department of Global Health, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Nutrition and Health Sciences Doctoral Program, Laney Graduate School, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA; Department of Epidemiology, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Nutrition and Health Sciences Doctoral Program, Laney Graduate School, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA; Hubert Department of Global Health, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- International Micronutrient Malnutrition Prevention and Control (IMMPaCt) Program, Nutrition Branch, Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, GA, USA; Nutrition and Health Sciences Doctoral Program, Laney Graduate School, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA; Hubert Department of Global Health, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Cifuentes M, Vahid F, Devaux Y, Bohn T. Biomarkers of food intake and their relevance to metabolic syndrome. Food Funct 2024. [PMID: 38904169 DOI: 10.1039/d4fo00721b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/22/2024]
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Metabolic syndrome (MetS) constitutes a prevalent risk factor associated with non communicable diseases such as cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. A major factor impacting the etiology of MetS is diet. Dietary patterns and several individual food constituents have been related to the risk of developing MetS or have been proposed as adjuvant treatment. However, traditional methods of dietary assessment such as 24 h recalls rely greatly on intensive user-interaction and are subject to bias. Hence, more objective methods are required for unbiased dietary assessment and efficient prevention. While it is accepted that some dietary-derived constituents in blood plasma are indicators for certain dietary patterns, these may be too unstable (such as vitamin C as a marker for fruits/vegetables) or too broad (e.g. polyphenols for plant-based diets) or reflect too short-term intake only to allow for strong associations with prolonged intake of individual food groups. In the present manuscript, commonly employed biomarkers of intake including those related to specific food items (e.g. genistein for soybean or astaxanthin and EPA for fish intake) and novel emerging ones (e.g. stable isotopes for meat intake or microRNA for plant foods) are emphasized and their suitability as biomarker for food intake discussed. Promising alternatives to plasma measures (e.g. ethyl glucuronide in hair for ethanol intake) are also emphasized. As many biomarkers (i.e. secondary plant metabolites) are not limited to dietary assessment but are also capable of regulating e.g. anti-inflammatory and antioxidant pathways, special attention will be given to biomarkers presenting a double function to assess both dietary patterns and MetS risk.
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- Miguel Cifuentes
- Luxembourg Institute of Health, Department of Precision Health, Strassen, Luxembourg.
- Doctoral School in Science and Engineering, University of Luxembourg, 2, Avenue de l'Université, 4365 Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg
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- Luxembourg Institute of Health, Department of Precision Health, Strassen, Luxembourg.
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- Luxembourg Institute of Health, Department of Precision Health, Strassen, Luxembourg.
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- Luxembourg Institute of Health, Department of Precision Health, Strassen, Luxembourg.
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Al-Jafar R, Yuqi W, Elliott P, Tsilidis KK, Dehghan A. The dietary changes during Ramadan and their impact on anthropometry, blood pressure, and metabolic profile. Front Nutr 2024; 11:1394673. [PMID: 38915859 PMCID: PMC11194389 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2024.1394673] [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: 03/01/2024] [Accepted: 05/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/26/2024] Open
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Background The effect of Ramadan intermittent fasting (RIF) on the metabolic profile, anthropometry and blood pressure has been investigated in multiple studies. However, it is still unknown to what extent changes in nutrient intakes contribute to these changes. Methods This observational study was conducted in London (UK) in 2019. The study collected diverse data from a community-based sample in London before and during/after Ramadan. Collected data included a 3-day food diary (before and during Ramadan), as well as blood samples, anthropometric measurements and blood pressure (before and after Ramadan). The food diary was translated into nutritional data using nutrition software "Nutritics." The changes in nutrient intakes were investigated using a mixed-effects regression model. The impact of adjusting for nutrient intake change was investigated on the absolute difference of metabolites (Nightingale platform), systolic/diastolic blood pressure and anthropometric measures. Results The study collected data on food intake before and during Ramadan from 56 participants; the mean age was 44.7 ± 17.3, and 51.8% (n = 29) were females. We found a change in the intake of 11 nutritional factors, glucose, fructose, betaine, sugars, sugars as monosaccharide equivalents, lutein/zeaxanthin, starch, starch as monosaccharide equivalents, proline, glutamic acid and lycopene. No changes in quantities or proportions of macronutrients, carbohydrates, protein and fat. Mainly, the changes in diet during Ramadan are characterized by more consumption of sugars (62%, p < 0.001) and a lower intake of starch (-21%, p = 0.012). The changes in 14 metabolite levels (two glycolysis-related metabolites, one amino acid, two ketone bodies, two triglyceride, six lipoprotein subclasses, and an inflammation marker) after Ramadan were partially associated with some changes in nutrient intakes during Ramadan, especially betaine, fructose, glucose, starches and sugars. The lutein/zeaxanthin intake change explained inversely 14% of systolic blood pressure changes. Moreover, BMI and weight changes were partially explained by changes in intake of fat (7%; 9%), monounsaturated fat (6%; 7%), starch (8%; 9%), and starch as monosaccharide equivalents (8%; 9%) intakes in a direct relationship. Conclusion Diet changes during Ramadan were associated partially with the observed changes in the metabolic profile, blood pressure and anthropometry. This confirms the changes associated with RIF in the metabolic profile, blood pressure and anthropometry are not an absolute physiological response to the diet transition occurring during Ramadan.
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- Rami Al-Jafar
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
- Data Services Sector, Lean Business Services, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
- Dementia Research Institute at Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
- National Institute for Health Research Imperial College Biomedical Research Centre, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
- Department of Hygiene and Epidemiology, University of Ioannina School of Medicine, Ioannina, Greece
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
- Dementia Research Institute at Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
- MRC-PHE Centre for Environment and Health, School of Public Health, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
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Siprelle K, Kennedy AJ, Hill EB, Hinton A, Shi N, Madril P, Grainger E, Taylor C, Nahikian-Nelms M, Spees C, Tabung FK, Hart PA, Roberts KM. An Improved Assessment Method to Estimate (Poly)phenol Intake in Adults with Chronic Pancreatitis. Dig Dis Sci 2024:10.1007/s10620-024-08417-6. [PMID: 38850506 DOI: 10.1007/s10620-024-08417-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 06/10/2024]
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BACKGROUND Insights into (poly)phenol exposure represent a modifiable factor that may modulate inflammation in chronic pancreatitis (CP), yet intake is poorly characterized and methods for assessment are underdeveloped. AIMS The aims are to develop and test a method for estimating (poly)phenol intake from a 90-day food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) using the Phenol-Explorer database and determine associations with dietary patterns in CP patients versus controls via analysis of previously collected cross-sectional data. METHODS Fifty-two CP patients and 48 controls were recruited from an ambulatory clinic at a large, academic institution. To assess the feasibility of the proposed methodology for estimating dietary (poly)phenol exposure, a retrospective analysis of FFQ data was completed. Mann-Whitney U tests were used to compare (poly)phenol intake by group; Spearman correlations and multivariable-adjusted log-linear associations were used to compare (poly)phenol intakes with dietary scores within the sample. RESULTS Estimation of (poly)phenol intake from FFQs was feasible and produced estimates within a range of intake previously reported. Total (poly)phenol intake was significantly lower in CP vs controls (463 vs. 567mg/1000kcal; p = 0.041). In adjusted analyses, higher total (poly)phenol intake was associated with higher HEI-2015 (r = 0.34, p < 0.001), aMED (r = 0.22, p = 0.007), EDIH (r = 0.29, p < 0.001), and EDIP scores (r = 0.35, p < 0.001), representing higher overall diet quality and lower insulinemic and anti-inflammatory dietary potentials, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Using enhanced methods to derive total (poly)phenol intake from an FFQ is feasible. Those with CP have lower total (poly)phenol intake and less favorable dietary pattern indices, thus supporting future tailored dietary intervention studies in this population.
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- Katharine Siprelle
- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, 453 W. 10th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 410 W. 10th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, 453 W. 10th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
- Division of Medical Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, 410 W. 12th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, 453 W. 10th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
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- Division of Biostatistics, College of Public Health, The Ohio State University, 1841 Neil Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 410 W. 10th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
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- Molecular Carcinogenesis and Chemoprevention Program, The Ohio State University, Comprehensive Cancer Center, 410 W. 12th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
- Division of Medical Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, 410 W. 12th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, 453 W. 10th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
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- Division of Medical Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, 410 W. 12th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, 453 W. 10th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, 453 W. 10th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, 453 W. 10th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
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- Molecular Carcinogenesis and Chemoprevention Program, The Ohio State University, Comprehensive Cancer Center, 410 W. 12th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
- Division of Medical Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, 410 W. 12th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
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- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 410 W. 10th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, 453 W. 10th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA.
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 410 W. 10th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA.
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Venegas Hargous C, Orellana L, Corvalan C, Strugnell C, Allender S, Bell C. Chilean children's adherence to sustainable healthy diets and its associations with sociodemographic and anthropometric factors: a cross-sectional study. Eur J Nutr 2024:10.1007/s00394-024-03435-6. [PMID: 38829558 DOI: 10.1007/s00394-024-03435-6] [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: 12/14/2023] [Accepted: 05/17/2024] [Indexed: 06/05/2024]
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PURPOSE To describe adherence to sustainable healthy diets among a sample of 958 Chilean pre-schoolers (3-6 years) and explore associations between adherence and child and maternal sociodemographic and anthropometric characteristics. METHODS Children's adherence to sustainable healthy diets was calculated from single multiple-pass 24-h dietary recalls using the Planetary Health Diet Index for children and adolescents (PHDI-C). Higher PHDI-C scores (max score = 150 points) represent greater adherence. Adjusted linear regression models were fitted to explore associations between PHDI-C scores and child and maternal characteristics. RESULTS Children obtained low total PHDI-C scores (median 50.0 [IQR 39.5-59.8] points). This resulted from low consumption of nuts & peanuts, legumes, vegetables, whole cereals, and vegetable oils; a lack of balance between dark green and red & orange vegetables, inadequate consumption of tubers & potatoes and eggs & white meats, and excess consumption of dairy products, palm oil, red meats, and added sugars. Mean PHDI-C total score was significantly higher (50.6 [95%CI 49.6, 51.7] vs 47.3 [95%CI 45.0, 49.5]) among children whose mothers were ≥ 25 years compared to those with younger mothers. Positive associations were observed between scores for fruits and maternal education, vegetables and maternal age, added sugars and child weight status, while negative associations were observed between fruits and child age, and vegetable oils and maternal education. Scores for dairy products PHDI-C component were lower among girls. CONCLUSION Adherence to sustainable healthy diets was low among this sample of Chilean children and was significantly associated with maternal age, being lower among children whose mothers were younger.
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- Carolina Venegas Hargous
- Global Centre for Preventive Health and Nutrition (GLOBE), Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
- Faculty of Health, School of Medicine, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- Faculty of Health, Biostatistics Unit, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- Institute of Nutrition and Food Technology (INTA), University of Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Global Centre for Preventive Health and Nutrition (GLOBE), Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
- Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition (IPAN), Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- Global Centre for Preventive Health and Nutrition (GLOBE), Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- Global Centre for Preventive Health and Nutrition (GLOBE), Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia.
- Faculty of Health, School of Medicine, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia.
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Sjöblom L, Hantikainen E, Bellocco R, Ye W, Adami HO, Trolle Lagerros Y, Bonn SE. Nordic Nutrition Recommendations and risk of myocardial infarction and stroke: a prospective cohort study. Eur J Nutr 2024; 63:1151-1162. [PMID: 38353704 PMCID: PMC11139687 DOI: 10.1007/s00394-024-03337-7] [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: 09/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 05/31/2024]
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PURPOSE The Nordic Nutrition Recommendations (NNR) are developed to prevent diet-related diseases. This study aimed to examine adherence to the NNR and risk of myocardial infarction (MI) and stroke among women and men in Sweden. METHODS We followed 34,898 adults from 1997 to 2016. Dietary intake was assessed once at baseline using a food frequency questionnaire. Adherence scores corresponding to NNR-editions from 2023, 2012, 2004 and 1996 were calculated. Scores were categorized into low (reference category), moderate and high adherence. Cox proportional hazards regression models adjusted for potential confounders were used to estimate hazards ratios (HR) with 95% confidence intervals (CI). RESULTS We identified 1649 incident cases of MI and 2071 incident cases of stroke during follow-up (mean 17.9 years). For each 1-point increase in the NNR2023-score (range 0-9), the rate of MI decreased by 14% (HR: 0.86; 95% CI 0.78-0.95). High adherence was associated with a lower rate of MI (HR: 0.72; 95% CI 0.59-0.87) (p-trend = 0.01). Moderate adherence was associated with a lower rate of stroke (HR: 0.88; 95% CI 0.78-0.99) (p-trend = 0.31). Among women, a 23% lower rate of MI (HR: 0.77; 95% CI 0.67-0.89) was observed for each 1-point increase, and high adherence was associated with a lower rate of MI (HR: 0.59; 95% CI 0.45-0.78). No associations were found in men. The results were similar, though attenuated, for earlier NNR-editions. CONCLUSION Adherence to the NNR was associated with a reduced risk of MI. This association was more pronounced among women than among men and in more recent NNR-editions. The findings for stroke need further investigation.
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- Linnea Sjöblom
- Division of Clinical Epidemiology, Department of Medicine (Solna), Karolinska Institutet, 171 76, Stockholm, Sweden.
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- Deparment of Statistics and Quantitative Methods, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20126, Milan, Italy
- Institute for Biomedicine, Eurac Research, 39100, Bolzano, Italy
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- Deparment of Statistics and Quantitative Methods, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20126, Milan, Italy
- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institutet, 171 77, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institutet, 171 77, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institutet, 171 77, Stockholm, Sweden
- Clinical Effectiveness Group, Institute of Health and Society, University of Oslo, 0318, Oslo, Norway
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- Division of Clinical Epidemiology, Department of Medicine (Solna), Karolinska Institutet, 171 76, Stockholm, Sweden
- Center for Obesity, Academic Specialist Center, Stockholm Health Services, 113 65, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Clinical Epidemiology, Department of Medicine (Solna), Karolinska Institutet, 171 76, Stockholm, Sweden
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Arnoldy L, Gauci S, Lassemillante ACM, Verster JC, Macpherson H, Minihane AM, Scholey A, Pipingas A, White DJ. Towards consistency in dietary pattern scoring: standardising scoring workflows for healthy dietary patterns using 24-h recall and two variations of a food frequency questionnair. Br J Nutr 2024; 131:1554-1577. [PMID: 38225925 PMCID: PMC11043911 DOI: 10.1017/s0007114524000072] [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: 10/06/2023] [Revised: 12/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 01/17/2024]
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Healthy dietary patterns such as the Mediterranean diet (MeDi), Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) and the Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay (MIND) have been evaluated for their potential association with health outcomes. However, the lack of standardisation in scoring methodologies can hinder reproducibility and meaningful cross-study comparisons. Here we provide a reproducible workflow for generating the MeDi, DASH and MIND dietary pattern scores from frequently used dietary assessment tools including the 24-h recall tool and two variations of FFQ. Subjective aspects of the scoring process are highlighted and have led to a recommended reporting checklist. This checklist enables standardised reporting with sufficient detail to enhance the reproducibility and comparability of their outcomes. In addition to these aims, valuable insights in the strengths and limitations of each assessment tool for scoring the MeDi, DASH and MIND diet can be utilised by researchers and clinicians to determine which dietary assessment tool best meets their needs.
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- Lizanne Arnoldy
- Centre for Mental Health and Brain Sciences, Swinburne University, Melbourne, VIC3122, Australia
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- Centre for Mental Health and Brain Sciences, Swinburne University, Melbourne, VIC3122, Australia
- IMPACT – the Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation, Food & Mood Centre, School of Medicine, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- Department of Nursing and Allied Health, Faculty of Health, Arts and Design, Swinburne University, Melbourne, VIC3122, Australia
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- Centre for Mental Health and Brain Sciences, Swinburne University, Melbourne, VIC3122, Australia
- Utrecht Institute for Pharmaceutical Sciences (UIPS), Division of Pharmacology, Utrecht University, 3584 CG Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition (IPAN), School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, Deakin University, Geelong, VICAustralia
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- Department of Nutrition and Preventive Medicine, Norwich Medical School, BCRE, University of East Anglia, Norwich, UK
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- Centre for Mental Health and Brain Sciences, Swinburne University, Melbourne, VIC3122, Australia
- Nutrition Dietetics and Food, School of Clinical Sciences, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Centre for Mental Health and Brain Sciences, Swinburne University, Melbourne, VIC3122, Australia
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- Centre for Mental Health and Brain Sciences, Swinburne University, Melbourne, VIC3122, Australia
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Clark CJ, Casey JA, Bell ML, Plata DL, Saiers JE, Deziel NC. Accuracy of self-reported distance to nearest unconventional oil and gas well in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia residents and implications for exposure assessment. JOURNAL OF EXPOSURE SCIENCE & ENVIRONMENTAL EPIDEMIOLOGY 2024; 34:512-517. [PMID: 38448680 DOI: 10.1038/s41370-023-00637-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2023] [Revised: 12/12/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 03/08/2024]
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Self-reported distances to industrial sources have been used in epidemiology as proxies for exposure to environmental hazards and indicators of awareness and perception of sources. Unconventional oil and gas development (UOG) emits pollutants and has been associated with adverse health outcomes. We compared self-reported distance to the nearest UOG well to the geographic information system-calculated distance for 303 Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia residents using Cohen's Weighted Kappa. Agreement was low (Kappa = 0.18), and self-reports by Ohioans (39% accuracy) were more accurate than West Virginians (22%) or Pennsylvanians (13%, both p < 0.05). Of the demographic characteristics studied, only educational attainment was related to reporting accuracy; residents with 12-16 years of education were more accurate (31.3% of group) than those with <12 or >16 years (both 16.7%). Understanding differences between objective and subjective measures of UOG proximity could inform studies of perceived exposures or risks and may also be relevant to adverse health effects. IMPACT: We compared objective and self-reported measures of distance to the nearest UOG well for 303 Appalachian Basin residents. We found that residents' self-reported distance to the nearest UOG well had limited agreement with the true calculated distance category. Our results can be used to inform the collection and contextualize the use of self-reported data in communities exposed to UOGD. Self-reported metrics can be used in conjunction with objective assessments and can be informative regarding how potentially exposed populations perceive environmental exposures or risks and could provide insights into awareness of distance-related policies, such as setbacks.
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- Cassandra J Clark
- Department of Environmental Health Sciences, Yale School of Public Health, 60 College St., New Haven, CT, 06510, USA.
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- Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, University of Washington School of Public Health, 3980 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98195, USA
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- Yale School of the Environment, 195 Prospect Street, New Haven, CT, 06511, USA
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Parsons Laboratory, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 15 Vassar Street, Cambridge, MA, 02139, USA
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- Yale School of the Environment, 195 Prospect Street, New Haven, CT, 06511, USA
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- Department of Environmental Health Sciences, Yale School of Public Health, 60 College St., New Haven, CT, 06510, USA
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Moala Silatolu A, Santos JA, Palu A, Nand D, Deo A, Kama A, Lolohea S, Vakaloloma U, Seru L, Naivunivuni P, Kumar S, Tawakilai H, Vimatemate E, Sanif M, Misavu A, Prasad AU, Patay D, Woodward M, Rogers K, Reeve E, Bell C, Webster J, Waqa G, McKenzie BL. Salt and sugar intakes of adults in the central division of Fiji: findings from a nutrition survey in 2022. THE LANCET REGIONAL HEALTH. WESTERN PACIFIC 2024; 46:101074. [PMID: 38726347 PMCID: PMC11079466 DOI: 10.1016/j.lanwpc.2024.101074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2023] [Revised: 12/12/2023] [Accepted: 04/11/2024] [Indexed: 05/12/2024]
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Background Excess salt and sugar consumption contribute to diseases, such as diabetes and hypertension. This study aimed to estimate salt and sugar intakes and main sources, in a population of adults in the Central Division of Fiji. Methods One adult per household was randomly selected to participate (n = 700). Sociodemographic characteristics; blood pressure, weight, and height; a 24-h diet recall; and spot-urine samples were collected, with 24-h urine samples from a sub-sample (n = 200). Sugar intake was estimated from the 24-h diet recalls and salt intake from the spot-urines. 24-hr diet recall was used to identify main sources of salt and sugar by food groups. Findings 534 adults (response rate 76%, 50% women, mean age 42 years) participated. Salt intake was 8.8 g/day (95% CI, 8.7-9.0), and free sugar intake was 74.1 g/day (67.5-80.7), 16.1% of total energy intake (15.0-17.1%). Main sources of salt were mixed cooked dishes (40.9% (38.2-43.5)), and bread and bakery products (28.7% (26.5-31.0)). Main sources of sugar were table sugars, honey, and related products (24.3% (21.7-26.8)), non-alcoholic beverages (21.4% (18.8-24.0)) and bread and bakery products (18.0% (16.2-19.9)). Interpretation Salt and sugar intakes exceeded World Health Organization recommendations in this sample of adults. Given dietary sources were foods high in salt and sugar, along with the addition to food or drinks, interventions focused on behavior along with environmental strategies to encourage healthier choices are needed. Funding NHMRC and GACD grant APP1169322.
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- Anasaini Moala Silatolu
- Pacific Research Centre for the Prevention of Obesity and Non-communicable Diseases, College of Medicine Nursing and Heath Sciences, Fiji National University, Suva, Fiji
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- The George Institute for Global Health, UNSW, Sydney, Australia
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- The Wellness Team, Ministry of Health, Suva, Fiji
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- The Wellness Team, Ministry of Health, Suva, Fiji
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- The Wellness Team, Ministry of Health, Suva, Fiji
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- Pacific Research Centre for the Prevention of Obesity and Non-communicable Diseases, College of Medicine Nursing and Heath Sciences, Fiji National University, Suva, Fiji
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- Pacific Research Centre for the Prevention of Obesity and Non-communicable Diseases, College of Medicine Nursing and Heath Sciences, Fiji National University, Suva, Fiji
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- Pacific Research Centre for the Prevention of Obesity and Non-communicable Diseases, College of Medicine Nursing and Heath Sciences, Fiji National University, Suva, Fiji
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- Pacific Research Centre for the Prevention of Obesity and Non-communicable Diseases, College of Medicine Nursing and Heath Sciences, Fiji National University, Suva, Fiji
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- Pacific Research Centre for the Prevention of Obesity and Non-communicable Diseases, College of Medicine Nursing and Heath Sciences, Fiji National University, Suva, Fiji
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- Pacific Research Centre for the Prevention of Obesity and Non-communicable Diseases, College of Medicine Nursing and Heath Sciences, Fiji National University, Suva, Fiji
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- Pacific Research Centre for the Prevention of Obesity and Non-communicable Diseases, College of Medicine Nursing and Heath Sciences, Fiji National University, Suva, Fiji
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- Pacific Research Centre for the Prevention of Obesity and Non-communicable Diseases, College of Medicine Nursing and Heath Sciences, Fiji National University, Suva, Fiji
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- Pacific Research Centre for the Prevention of Obesity and Non-communicable Diseases, College of Medicine Nursing and Heath Sciences, Fiji National University, Suva, Fiji
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- The George Institute for Global Health, UNSW, Sydney, Australia
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- The George Institute for Global Health, UNSW, Sydney, Australia
- The George Institute for Global Health, School of Public Health, Imperial College London, London, UK
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- The George Institute for Global Health, UNSW, Sydney, Australia
- Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- The George Institute for Global Health, UNSW, Sydney, Australia
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- Pacific Research Centre for the Prevention of Obesity and Non-communicable Diseases, College of Medicine Nursing and Heath Sciences, Fiji National University, Suva, Fiji
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Batubo NP, Moore JB, Zulyniak MA. Dietary assessment and prevention of hypertension in Nigeria: Protocol for a retrospective cross-sectional study for the development and validation of a food frequency questionnaire for clinical use. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0292561. [PMID: 38630757 PMCID: PMC11023198 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0292561] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024] Open
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Contrary to North America and Europe, the prevalence of hypertension is rising in West Africa. With a transition from whole foods to processed foods in Nigeria, diet plays a key driver of hypertension. To combat this, the national nutritional guidelines in Nigeria were implemented, but their translation into actionable tools for clinicians remains a challenge. Currently, there are no simple dietary assessment tools that are concise and suitable to be incorporated into clinical care without requiring extensive data analysis while still providing personalised dietary support to their patients. This study aims to deliver a clinically tested and validated short dietary assessment tool for clinicians, patients, and researchers across Nigeria to provide personalised dietary advice for patients with hypertension. The study will be conducted in two phases: Phase 1 (n = 75) will investigate the feasibility of the short FFQ and its agreement with 24-hour dietary recalls (3x) in a clinical setting in Nigeria. During the analysis of Phase 1 data, a scoring system will be developed based on the associations between individual food items in the FFQ and measures of hypertension. Phase 2 (n = 50) will assess the acceptability of the FFQ and validate the association between the FFQ score and hypertension. Expected outcomes: The development of a clinically tested and validated short food frequency questionnaire that will be ready to use by clinicians, patients, and researchers across Nigeria to support the prevention and management of hypertension. This study will contribute to knowledge on dietary assessment and hypertension prevention by developing a validated and acceptable FFQ, which will be valuable for clinicians and researchers for personalised dietary recommendations to combat hypertension in Nigeria.
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- Nimisoere P. Batubo
- Nutritional Epidemiology Group, School of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- Nutritional Epidemiology Group, School of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- Nutritional Epidemiology Group, School of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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Baranowski M, Webb N, Slater J. What's the big IDEA? Incorporating inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA) in population health nutrition research and practice. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab 2024; 49:560-565. [PMID: 38318810 DOI: 10.1139/apnm-2023-0215] [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] [Indexed: 02/07/2024]
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Historically, the constructs of inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA) have not been sufficiently considered or included in population health nutrition research and practice. Consequently, current nutrition assessment benchmarks and knowledge translation tools may not accurately or adequately reflect diversity in the Canadian population or produce meaningful dietary guidance. The purpose of this current opinion paper is to introduce the population health nutrition research and practice framework and explore the current application of IDEA within this framework. Recommendations are offered to incorporate the constructs of IDEA along the continuum of future nutrition research and services to improve population nutritional health.
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- Maria Baranowski
- Department of Community Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
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- Department of Food and Human Nutritional Sciences, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
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- Department of Food and Human Nutritional Sciences, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
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Damani JJ, Rogers CJ, Lee H, Strock NC, Koltun KJ, Williams NI, Weaver C, Ferruzzi MG, Nakatsu CH, De Souza MJ. Effects of Prune (Dried Plum) Supplementation on Cardiometabolic Health in Postmenopausal Women: An Ancillary Analysis of a 12-Month Randomized Controlled Trial, The Prune Study. J Nutr 2024:S0022-3166(24)00161-5. [PMID: 38490532 DOI: 10.1016/j.tjnut.2024.03.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2023] [Revised: 03/07/2024] [Accepted: 03/12/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Estrogen withdrawal during menopause is associated with an unfavorable cardiometabolic profile. Prunes (dried plums) represent an emerging functional food and have been previously demonstrated to improve bone health. However, our understanding of the effects of daily prune intake on cardiometabolic risk factors in postmenopausal women is limited. OBJECTIVES We conducted an ancillary investigation of a randomized controlled trial (RCT), The Prune Study, to evaluate the effect of 12-mo prune supplementation on cardiometabolic health markers in postmenopausal women. METHODS The Prune Study was a single-center, parallel-design, 12-mo RCT in which postmenopausal women were allocated to no-prune control, 50 g/d prune, or 100 g/d prune groups. Blood was collected at baseline, 6 mo, and 12 mo/post to measure markers of glycemic control and blood lipids. Body composition was assessed at baseline, 6 mo, and 12 mo/post using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry. Linear mixed-effects models were used to evaluate the effect of time, treatment, and their interaction on cardiometabolic health markers, all quantified as exploratory outcomes. RESULTS A total of 183 postmenopausal women (mean age, 62.1 ± 4.9 y) completed the entire 12-mo RCT: control (n = 70), 50 g/d prune (n = 67), and 100 g/d prune (n = 46). Prune supplementation at 50 g/d or 100 g/d did not alter markers of glycemic control and blood lipids after 12 mo compared with the control group (all P > 0.05). Furthermore, gynoid percent fat and visceral adipose tissue (VAT) indices did not significantly differ in women consuming 50 g/d or 100 g/d prunes compared with the control group after 12 mo of intervention. However, android total mass increased by 3.19% ± 5.5% from baseline in the control group, whereas the 100 g/d prune group experienced 0.02% ± 5.6% decrease in android total mass from baseline (P < 0.01). CONCLUSIONS Prune supplementation at 50 g/d or 100 g/d for 12 mo does not improve glycemic control and may prevent adverse changes in central adiposity in postmenopausal women. This trial was registered at clinicaltrials.gov as NCT02822378.
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- Janhavi J Damani
- The Intercollege Graduate Degree Program in Integrative and Biomedical Physiology, Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, United States; Department of Kinesiology, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, United States
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Georgia, Athens, GA, United States
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- Biostatistics Center, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, United States
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- Department of Kinesiology, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, United States
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- Department of Kinesiology, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, United States; Department of Sports Medicine and Nutrition, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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- Department of Kinesiology, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, United States
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- School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, United States
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- Arkansas Children's Nutrition Center, Department of Pediatrics, University of Arkansas for Medical Science, Little Rock, AR, United States
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- Department of Agronomy, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, United States
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- Department of Kinesiology, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, United States.
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Upadia J, Crivelly K, Noh G, Cunningham A, Cerminaro C, Li Y, Mckoin M, Chenevert M, Andersson HC. Maximal dietary responsiveness after tetrahydrobiopterin (BH4) in 19 phenylalanine hydroxylase deficiency patients: What super-responders can expect. Mol Genet Metab Rep 2024; 38:101050. [PMID: 38469087 PMCID: PMC10926188 DOI: 10.1016/j.ymgmr.2024.101050] [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: 01/04/2024] [Accepted: 01/05/2024] [Indexed: 03/13/2024] Open
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Background Inherited phenylalanine hydroxylase deficiency, also known as phenylketonuria (PKU), causes poor growth and neurologic deficits in the untreated state. After ascertainment through newborn screen and dietary phenylalanine (Phe) restriction to achieve plasma Phe in the range of 120-360 μmol/L, these disease manifestations can be prevented. Poor compliance with protein restricted diets supported by medical food is typical in later years, beginning in the late toddler and teenage years. Pharmacologic doses of oral tetrahydrobiopterin (BH4; sapropterin dihydrochloride) is effective in reducing plasma Phe in about 40-50% of PKU patients but effectiveness is highly variable. Objective To assess the maximal responsiveness to 20 mg/kg/day oral BH4 as it affects plasma Phe and dietary Phe allowance in PKU patients. Materials and methods This was a single-center, retrospective observational study, combining case reports of individual patients. We reported an outcome of 85 patients with PKU who were trialed on BH4. Phe levels and dietary records of 19 BH4 "super-responders" were analyzed. Results Overall, 63.5% of the patients (54/85) were considered BH4 responders. However, we quantitated the dietary liberalization of 19 of our responsive patients (35%), those with at least a 2-fold increase in dietary Phe and maintenance of plasma Phe in treatment range. In these "super-responders", the mean plasma Phe at baseline was 371 ± 237 μmol/L and decreased to 284 ± 273 μmol/L after 1 year on BH4. Mean dietary Phe tolerance increased significantly from 595 ± 256 to 2260 ± 1414 mg/day (p ≤0.0001), while maintaining mean plasma Phe levels within treatment range. Four patients no longer required dietary Phe restriction and could discontinue medical food. The majority of patients had at least one BH4-responsive genotype. Conclusion This cohort demonstrates the maximally achievable dietary liberalization which some PKU patients may expect with BH4 therapy. Health benefits are considered to accrue in patients with increased intact protein.
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- Jariya Upadia
- Hayward Genetics Center, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
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- Hayward Genetics Center, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
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- Hayward Genetics Center, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
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- Hayward Genetics Center, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
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- Hayward Genetics Center, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
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- Hayward Genetics Center, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
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- Hayward Genetics Center, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
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- Hayward Genetics Center, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
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- Hayward Genetics Center, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
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Charles JA, Habibullah NK, Bautista S, Davis B, Joshi S, Hull SC. Planting the Seed for Blood Pressure Control: The Role of Plant-Based Nutrition in the Management of Hypertension. Curr Cardiol Rep 2024; 26:121-134. [PMID: 38526748 PMCID: PMC10990999 DOI: 10.1007/s11886-023-02008-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/26/2023] [Indexed: 03/27/2024]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Hypertension results in significant morbidity, mortality, and healthcare expenditures. Fortunately, it is largely preventable and treatable by implementing dietary interventions, though these remain underutilized. Here, we aim to explore the role of healthy dietary patterns in hypertension management and describe approaches for busy clinicians to address nutrition effectively and efficiently with patients. RECENT FINDINGS DASH, Mediterranean, vegetarian, and vegan diets that include minimally processed, plant-based foods as core elements have consistently shown positive effects on hypertension. Recommendations that distill the most healthful components of these diets can significantly impact patient outcomes. Clinicians can harness evidence-based dietary assessment and counseling tools to implement and support behavioral changes, even during brief office visits. Healthful plant-based dietary patterns can often effectively prevent and treat hypertension. Clinicians may help improve patient outcomes by discussing evidence-based nutrition with their patients. Future work to promote infrastructural change that supports incorporating evidence-based nutrition into medical education, clinical care, and society at large can support these efforts.
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- Justin A Charles
- Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, UC San Diego Health, San Diego, CA, USA.
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- Ethos Farm to Health/Ethos Primary Care, Long Valley, NJ, USA
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- Brenda Davis, Nutrition Consultations, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Veterans Affairs, Orlando, FL, USA
- Department of Medicine, New York University Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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- Section of Cardiovascular Medicine, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA
- Program for Biomedical Ethics, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA
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Baart AM, Brouwer-Brolsma EM, de Jong HBT, de Vries JHM, Feskens EJM. Assessment of the Dutch Healthy Diet index 2015 in the Lifelines cohort study at baseline. Eur J Clin Nutr 2024; 78:217-227. [PMID: 38017142 PMCID: PMC10927538 DOI: 10.1038/s41430-023-01372-x] [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: 09/15/2023] [Revised: 11/01/2023] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 11/30/2023]
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BACKGROUND Dietary indices are useful measures to investigate associations between dietary intake and disease development. The Dutch Healthy Diet index 2015 (DHD2015-index), a measure of diet quality, assesses adherence to the 2015 Dutch dietary guidelines. We assessed the DHD2015-index in the Lifelines cohort study, and compared calculations from basic and detailed dietary intake data. This article replaces the retracted article that was published on 16 May 2022 [1]. METHODS Dietary intake was assessed with a specially developed Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) called Flower-FFQ, which consists of one main questionnaire (heart-FFQ), which asks for intakes of major food groups, and three complementary questionnaires (petal-FFQs), which ask for detailed information on food types within major food groups of the heart-FFQ. The DHD2015-index was assessed using data from the total Flower-FFQ (for 56,982 participants), and using data from the heart-FFQ only (for 129,030 participants). Agreement between the two indices was assessed with correlation and cross-classification. RESULTS The median (25th-75th percentile) DHD2015-index score was 75 (65-85) for men and 81 (70-91) for women based on the Flower-FFQ, and 68 (58-77) for men and 73 (63-82) for women based on the heart-FFQ. The Kendall's tau-b correlation coefficient between the two scores was 0.67 for men and 0.66 for women. Cross-classification into quartiles of the DHD2015-index showed that 59-60% of participants were classified in the same quartile, 36-37% in the adjacent, and 4% in the non-adjacent. CONCLUSION Dietary data from the Flower-FFQ provide the most optimal information to assess the DHD2015-index. However, the DHD2015-index from the heart-FFQ showed good agreement with the index from the Flower-FFQ of ranking participants according to diet quality, and can be used when the DHD2015 index from the Flower-FFQ is not available.
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- A Mireille Baart
- Wageningen University & Research, Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen, The Netherlands.
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- Wageningen University & Research, Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen, The Netherlands
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- Wageningen University & Research, Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen, The Netherlands
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- Wageningen University & Research, Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen, The Netherlands
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- Wageningen University & Research, Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen, The Netherlands
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Vasileiou A, Searle D, Larsen SC, Magkos F, Horgan G, Stubbs RJ, Santos I, Palmeira AL, Heitmann BL. Comparing self-reported energy intake using an online dietary tool with energy expenditure by an activity tracker. Nutrition 2024; 118:112258. [PMID: 38007995 DOI: 10.1016/j.nut.2023.112258] [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: 07/19/2023] [Revised: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/01/2023] [Indexed: 11/28/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to compare self-reported total energy intake (TEI) collected using an online multiple-pass 24-h dietary recall tool (Intake24) with total energy expenditure (TEE) estimated from Fitbit Charge 2-improved algorithms in adults from the NoHoW trial (12-mo weight maintenance after free-living weight loss). METHODS Bland-Altman plots were used to assess the level of agreement between TEI and TEE at baseline and after 12 mo. The ratio of TEI to TEE was also calculated. RESULTS Data from 1323 participants (71% female) was included in the analysis (mean ± SD: age 45 ± 12 y, body mass index 29.7 ± 5.4 kg/m2, initial weight loss 11.5 ± 6.5 kg). The TEI was lower than TEE on average by 33%, with limits of agreement ranging from -91% to +25%. Men, younger individuals, those with higher body mass index, those with the greater weight loss before enrollment, and those who gained weight during the study underestimated to a greater extent. CONCLUSIONS These findings contribute to the ongoing research examining the validity of technology-based dietary assessment tools.
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- The Parker Institute, Research Unit for Dietary Studies, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- The Parker Institute, Research Unit for Dietary Studies, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark; The Research Unit for General Practice and Section of General Practice, Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- BioSS, Biomathematics and Statistics Scotland, Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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- School of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- Laboratório de Nutrição, Faculdade de Medicina, Centro Académico de Medicina de Lisboa, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal; Instituto de Saúde Ambiental (ISAMB), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal; CIDEFES, Universidade Lusófona, Lisbon, Campo Grande, Lisbon, Portugal
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- CIDEFES, Universidade Lusófona, Lisbon, Campo Grande, Lisbon, Portugal; CIFI2D, Universidade do Porto, Porto, Portugal
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- The Parker Institute, Research Unit for Dietary Studies, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark; The Research Unit for General Practice and Section of General Practice, Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark; The Boden Group, The Charles Perkins Centre, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Australia
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Almulla AA, Ahmed LA, Hesselink A, Augustin H, Bärebring L. The relative validity of a semiquantitative food frequency questionnaire among pregnant women in the United Arab Emirates: The Mutaba'ah study. Nutr Health 2024:2601060231224010. [PMID: 38295352 DOI: 10.1177/02601060231224010] [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: 02/02/2024]
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Background: Food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) is the most frequently used dietary assessment method in estimating dietary intakes in epidemiological studies. Aim: This study aimed to assess the relative validity of a semiquantitative FFQ in evaluating dietary intake among pregnant women in the United Arab Emirates. Methods: Within the Mutaba'ah study, a subsample of 111 pregnant women completed a semiquantitative FFQ and a single 24-hour dietary recall (24-HDR) regarded as the reference method. Absolute and energy-adjusted nutrient and food intakes between the FFQ and 24-HDR were compared using the Wilcoxon signed ranks test, correlations, Bland-Altman analysis, cross-classification, and weighted kappa analysis. Results: There were no significant differences in reported absolute intakes between the FFQ and 24-HDR for carbohydrates, whole grains, white meat, beta-carotene, vitamin K, sodium, and selenium. Spearman's correlation coefficients between the FFQ and 24-HDR ranged from 0.09 (trans fatty acids) to 0.5 (potassium) for absolute intakes. Correlation decreased after energy adjustment. Bland-Altman analysis showed that the FFQ overestimated intakes compared with 24-HDR and that the limits of agreement were wide. The average percentage of pregnant women classified into the same or adjacent quartile of intake by both methods was 73%. Weighted kappa values ranged from -0.02 (white meat) to 0.33 (magnesium). Conclusion: Our findings showed that the semi-quantitative FFQ is a useful tool in ranking pregnant women from the Emirati population according to their dietary intake. However, the validity of some estimated intakes was poor; hence, certain intakes should be interpreted with caution.
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- Aisha A Almulla
- Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Nutrition, Institute of Medicine, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Dietary Services, Tawam Hospital, Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA), Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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- Institute of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
- Zayed Centre for Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Nutrition, Institute of Medicine, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Nutrition, Institute of Medicine, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Nutrition, Institute of Medicine, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Baker BH, Melough MM, Paquette AG, Barrett ES, Day DB, Kannan K, Hn Nguyen R, Bush NR, LeWinn KZ, Carroll KN, Swan SH, Zhao Q, Sathyanarayana S. Ultra-processed and fast food consumption, exposure to phthalates during pregnancy, and socioeconomic disparities in phthalate exposures. ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL 2024; 183:108427. [PMID: 38194756 PMCID: PMC10834835 DOI: 10.1016/j.envint.2024.108427] [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: 09/18/2023] [Revised: 12/21/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2024] [Indexed: 01/11/2024]
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BACKGROUND Consuming ultra-processed foods may increase exposure to phthalates, a group of endocrine disruptors prevalent in food contact materials. OBJECTIVES Investigate associations between ultra-processed food intake and urinary phthalates during pregnancy, and evaluate whether ultra-processed foods mediate socioeconomic disparities in phthalate exposures. METHODS In a socioeconomically diverse sample of 1031 pregnant women from the Conditions Affecting Neurocognitive Development and Learning in Early Childhood (CANDLE) Study in the urban South, the Block Food Frequency Questionnaire was administered and urinary phthalate metabolites were measured in the second trimester. Linear regressions modeled associations between phthalates and overall ultra-processed food consumption, individual ultra-processed foods, and exploratory factor analysis dietary patterns. Causal mediation analyses examined whether ultra-processed food intake mediates relationships between socioeconomic disparities and phthalate exposures. RESULTS Ultra-processed foods constituted 9.8-59.0 % (mean = 38.6 %) of participants' diets. 10 % higher dietary proportion of ultra-processed foods was associated with 13.1 % (95 %CI: 3.4 %-22.9 %) higher molar sum concentrations of di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate metabolites (ΣDEHP). 10 % higher consumption of minimally-processed foods was associated with lower ΣDEHP (10.8 %: 3.4 %-22.9 %). Ultra- and minimally-processed food consumption were not associated with non-DEHP metabolites. Standard deviation higher consumptions of hamburger/cheeseburger, French fries, soda, and cake were associated with 10.5 % (4.2 %-17.1 %), 9.2 % (2.6 %-16.2 %), 7.4 % (1.4 %-13.6 %), and 6.0 % (0.0 %-12.4 %), respectively, higher ΣDEHP. Exploratory factor analysis corroborated positive associations of processed food with ΣDEHP, and uncovered a healthy dietary pattern associated with lower urinary ΣDEHP, mono(2-ethyl-5-hydroxyhexyl) (MEHHP), mono(2-ethyl-5-carboxypentyl) (MECPP), mono(2-carboxymethylhexyl) (MCMHP), and mono-isononyl (MINP) phthalates. Significant indirect effects indicated that lower income and education levels were associated with 1.9 % (0.2 %-4.2 %) and 1.4 % (0.1 %-3.3 %) higher ΣDEHP, respectively, mediated via increased ultra-processed food consumption. CONCLUSIONS Consumption of ultra-processed foods may increase exposure to phthalates. Policies to reduce dietary phthalate exposures from food packaging and processing are needed, as socioeconomic barriers can preclude dietary recommendations as a sole means to reduce phthalate exposures.
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- Brennan H Baker
- University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Children's Research Institute, Seattle, WA, USA.
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- University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Children's Research Institute, Seattle, WA, USA
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- University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Children's Research Institute, Seattle, WA, USA
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- University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY, USA
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- University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center, Memphis, TN, USA
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- University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Children's Research Institute, Seattle, WA, USA
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Baart AM, Brouwer-Brolsma EM, de Jong HBT, de Vries JHM, Feskens EJM. RETRACTED ARTICLE: Assessment of the Dutch Healthy Diet index 2015 in the Lifelines cohort study at baseline. Eur J Clin Nutr 2024; 78:77. [PMID: 35577925 DOI: 10.1038/s41430-022-01163-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2022] [Revised: 05/04/2022] [Accepted: 05/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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- A Mireille Baart
- Wageningen University & Research, Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen, The Netherlands.
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- Wageningen University & Research, Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen, The Netherlands
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- Wageningen University & Research, Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen, The Netherlands
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- Wageningen University & Research, Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen, The Netherlands
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- Wageningen University & Research, Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen, The Netherlands
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Maley SJ, Yue Y, Burns KF, Hovey KM, Wactawski-Wende J, Freudenheim JL, McSkimming DI, LaMonte MJ, Andrews CA, Sun Y, Buck M, Millen AE. Alcohol Consumption and the Diversity of the Oral Microbiome in Postmenopausal Women. J Nutr 2024; 154:202-212. [PMID: 37913907 PMCID: PMC10808818 DOI: 10.1016/j.tjnut.2023.10.025] [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: 04/20/2023] [Revised: 10/11/2023] [Accepted: 10/27/2023] [Indexed: 11/03/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Alcohol reduces neutrophil function and decreases salivary flow, which could affect the composition of the oral microbiome. OBJECTIVE We hypothesized that the α- and β-diversity of the oral microbiome and the relative abundance of bacterial taxa would differ by frequency and type of alcohol consumption. METHODS We used a food frequency questionnaire to assess the frequency of consumption of beer, wine, and liquor (drinks/week) in a sample of 1179 postmenopausal women in the Osteoporosis and Periodontal Disease Study. Women were categorized as nondrinkers, drinking <1 drink/wk, ≥1 to <7 drinks/wk, or ≥7 drinks/wk for total alcohol consumption and for beer, wine, and liquor consumption. The composition and diversity of the oral microbiome was assessed from subgingival plaque samples using 16S ribosomal RNA amplicon sequencing. Permutational multivariate analysis of variance (PERMANOVA) was used to examine β-diversity (between-sample diversity) in the microbiome between alcohol consumption categories. Analysis of covariance was used to examine the mean α-diversity (within-sample diversity), assessed by the Shannon index (species evenness), Chao1 index (species richness), and observed operational taxonomic unit (OTU) count and the mean relative abundance of 245 bacterial taxa across alcohol consumption categories. RESULTS Over half of the participants (67%) consumed alcohol, with 14% reporting ≥1 drink/d. The β-diversity across categories of total alcohol consumption, but not categories of alcohol type, was statistically significantly different (P for PERMANOVA = 0.016). Mean α-diversity measures were statistically significantly higher (P < 0.05) in the highest category of total alcohol and wine consumption compared to nondrinkers; no significant associations were found for beer or liquor consumption. The relative abundance of 1 OTU, Selenomonassp._oral_taxon_133, was significantly lower in the highest level of total alcohol consumption compared to nondrinkers after adjustment for multiple comparisons. CONCLUSIONS Alcohol consumption was associated with the diversity and composition of the subgingival microbiome.
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- Samantha J Maley
- Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health, School of Public Health and Health Professions, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, Buffalo, NY, United States
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- Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health, School of Public Health and Health Professions, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, Buffalo, NY, United States
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- Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health, School of Public Health and Health Professions, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, Buffalo, NY, United States
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- Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health, School of Public Health and Health Professions, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, Buffalo, NY, United States
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- Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health, School of Public Health and Health Professions, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, Buffalo, NY, United States
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- Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health, School of Public Health and Health Professions, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, Buffalo, NY, United States
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- Interdisciplinary Unit in Data Science & Analytics, The State University of New York at Buffalo State University, Buffalo, NY, United States
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- Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health, School of Public Health and Health Professions, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, Buffalo, NY, United States
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, United States
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- Department of Biochemistry, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, United States
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- Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health, School of Public Health and Health Professions, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, Buffalo, NY, United States.
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Venegas Hargous C, Orellana L, Strugnell C, Corvalan C, Allender S, Bell C. Adapting the Planetary Health Diet Index for children and adolescents. Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act 2023; 20:146. [PMID: 38098050 PMCID: PMC10722829 DOI: 10.1186/s12966-023-01516-z] [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: 05/01/2023] [Accepted: 09/14/2023] [Indexed: 12/17/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Tools for measuring adherence to sustainable healthy diets among children and adolescents are lacking. OBJECTIVE To advance methods for measuring adherence to sustainable healthy diets among children and adolescents by adapting an existing index, compare scores obtained using the original and adapted versions of the index in a sample of Chilean children, and describe the adapted index association with diet characteristics. METHODS The Planetary Health Diet Index (PHDI) was adapted to better reflect children's and adolescents' nutritional requirements. The adapted index (PHDI-C) comprises 16 components with a maximum score of 150 points. PHDI-C was piloted among a sample of 958 Chilean children (3-6 years) using dietary data collected in 2016 through single 24-h recalls. A decision tree and food disaggregation methodology were developed to guide the calculation of scores. Scores obtained using the original and adapted versions of the index were compared. Linear regression models adjusted by child's gender and age were fitted to explore associations between total PHDI-C score, dietary recall characteristics and nutritional composition of children's diets. RESULTS PHDI accounted for 75.7% of children's total caloric intake, whereas PHDI-C accounted for 99.6%. PHDI & PHCI-C scores were low among this sample of children; however, mean total score was lower when using PHDI compared to PHDI-C [40.7(12.1) vs 50.1(14.6)]. Children's scores were very low for nuts & peanuts, legumes, dark green vegetables, whole cereals, tubers & potatoes, and added sugars components across both indices, but were higher for dairy products and eggs & white meats components when using the PHDI-C due to adjustments made to ensure nutritional adequacy. Mean total PHDI-C score was significantly lower on weekends and special occasions, and significantly higher when children reported having a special diet (e.g., vegetarian). Total PHDI-C score was negatively associated with total sugars, saturated fats, trans fats, and animal-based protein intake, and positively associated with total protein, plant-based protein, total carbohydrates, and total fibre intake. CONCLUSIONS This study provides a replicable method for measuring adherence to sustainable healthy diets among children and adolescents that can be used to monitor trends and measure the effectiveness of actions targeting improving children's diets.
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- Carolina Venegas Hargous
- Deakin University, Global Centre for Preventive Health and Nutrition (GLOBE), Institute for Health Transformation, Geelong, Australia
- Deakin University, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health, Geelong, Australia
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- Deakin University, Biostatistics Unit, Faculty of Health, Geelong, Australia
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- Deakin University, Global Centre for Preventive Health and Nutrition (GLOBE), Institute for Health Transformation, Geelong, Australia
- Deakin University, Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition (IPAN), Geelong, Australia
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- University of Chile, Institute of Nutrition and Food Technology (INTA), Santiago, Chile
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- Deakin University, Global Centre for Preventive Health and Nutrition (GLOBE), Institute for Health Transformation, Geelong, Australia
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- Deakin University, Global Centre for Preventive Health and Nutrition (GLOBE), Institute for Health Transformation, Geelong, Australia.
- Deakin University, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health, Geelong, Australia.
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Webster J, Moala A, McKenzie B, Santos JA, Palu A, Deo A, Lolohea S, Sanif M, Naivunivuni P, Kumar S, Vimatemate E, Tawakilai H, Seru L, Woodward M, Patay D, Nand D, Kama A, Reeve E, Waqa G, Bell C. Food insecurity, COVID-19 and diets in Fiji - a cross-sectional survey of over 500 adults. Global Health 2023; 19:99. [PMID: 38082363 PMCID: PMC10712026 DOI: 10.1186/s12992-023-01004-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2023] [Accepted: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Food insecurity is associated with inadequate nutrition and increased rates of chronic disease. The primary aim of this study was to assess self-reported food insecurity and the perceived impact of COVID-19 on food security, in two regional districts of Central Fiji, as part of a broader program of work on strengthening and monitoring food policy interventions. The secondary aim was to explore the relationship between food insecurity and salt, sugar and fruit and vegetable intake. METHODS Seven hundred adults were randomly sampled from the Deuba and Waidamudamu districts of Viti Levu, Fiji. Interview administered surveys were conducted by trained research assistants with data collected electronically. Information was collected on demographics and health status, food security, the perceived impact of COVID-19 on food security, and dietary intake. Food insecurity was assessed using nine questions adapted from Fiji's 2014/5 national nutrition survey, measuring markers of food insecurity over the last 12 months. Additional questions were added to assess the perceived effect of COVID-19 on responses. To address the secondary aim, interview administered 24-hour diet recalls were conducted using Intake24 (a computerised dietary recall system) allowing the calculation of salt, sugar and fruit and vegetable intakes for each person. Weighted linear regression models were used to determine the relationship between food insecurity and salt, sugar and fruit and vegetable intake. RESULTS 534 people participated in the survey (response rate 76%, 50.4% female, mean age 42 years). 75% (75.3%, 95% CI, 71.4 to 78.8%) of people reported experiencing food insecurity in the 12 months prior to the survey. Around one fifth of people reported running out of foods (16.8%, 13.9 to 20.2%), having to skip meals (19.3%, 16.2 to 22.9%), limiting variety of foods (19.0%, 15.9 to 22.5%), or feeling stressed due to lack of ability to meet food needs (19.5%, 16.4 to 23.0%). 67% (66.9%, 62.9 to 70.7%) reported becoming more food insecure and changing what they ate due to COVID-19. However, people also reported positive changes such as making a home garden (67.8%, 63.7 to 71.6%), growing fruit and vegetables (59.5%, 55.6 to 63.8%), or trying to eat healthier (14.7%, 12.0 to 18.0%). There were no significant associations between food insecurity and intakes of salt, sugar or fruit and vegetables. CONCLUSION Participants reported high levels of food insecurity, exceeding recommendations for salt and sugar intake and not meeting fruit and vegetable recommendations, and becoming more food insecure due to COVID-19. Most participants reported making home gardens and/or growing fruit and vegetables in response to the pandemic. There is an opportunity for these activities to be fostered in addressing food insecurity in Fiji, with likely relevance to the Pacific region and other Small Island Developing States who face similar food insecurity challenges.
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- Jacqui Webster
- The George Institute for Global Health, UNSW, Sydney, Australia
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- The George Institute for Global Health, UNSW, Sydney, Australia.
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- The George Institute for Global Health, UNSW, Sydney, Australia
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- The George Institute for Global Health, UNSW, Sydney, Australia
- The George Institute for Global Health, Imperial College, London, UK
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- The George Institute for Global Health, UNSW, Sydney, Australia
- Menzies Centre for Health Policy and Economics, Charles Perkins Centre, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- C-POND, Fiji National University, Suva, Fiji
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- Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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Pan S, Ren X, Vos S, Brombacher A. NutriColoring: designing a doodling toolkit to support daily self-reported dietary assessment among office workers. Front Psychol 2023; 14:1265218. [PMID: 38130964 PMCID: PMC10734690 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1265218] [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: 07/24/2023] [Accepted: 11/16/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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This study was motivated by a desire to help working-age individuals gain a better understanding of their daily nutritional intakes with a new self-reported dietary assessment method because an unhealthy eating behavior increases the risks of developing chronic diseases. In this study, we present the design and evaluation of NutriColoring, a food diary that leverages doodling on sketches to report and reflect on everyday diet in the working context. Through a 2-week field study involving 18 participants, the usefulness of NutriColoring in facilitating dietary assessment was tested by making comparisons with the typical bullet diary method. Our quantitative results showed that NutriColoring provided users with improved dietary assessment experience and intrinsic motivations, with significantly low task frustration and high enjoyment. Because of the freedom and playfulness in reporting intakes at work, the interview findings showed a high acceptance of employing NutriColoring at work. This article is concluded with a set of implications for the design and development of a Doodling toolkit to support healthy eating behaviors among office workers.
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- Sibo Pan
- Department of Industrial Design, Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, Netherlands
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- School of Design and Arts, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, China
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- Department of Industrial Design, Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, Netherlands
- School of Sport Studies, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, Netherlands
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- Department of Industrial Design, Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, Netherlands
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Parker MK, Misyak SA, Gohlke JM, Hedrick VE. Cross-sectional measurement of adherence to a proposed sustainable and healthy dietary pattern among United States adults using the newly developed Planetary Health Diet Index for the United States. Am J Clin Nutr 2023; 118:1113-1122. [PMID: 37742929 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajcnut.2023.09.009] [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: 02/09/2023] [Revised: 09/15/2023] [Accepted: 09/18/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Dietary choices are an important avenue for improving food system sustainability. The Planetary Health Diet was proposed by the EAT-Lancet Commission as a reference healthy and sustainable dietary pattern. OBJECTIVES To assess adherence to the Planetary Health Diet among United States adults, this study developed and evaluated the Planetary Health Diet Index for the United States (PHDI-US), adapted from the original PHDI validated in the Brazilian population. METHODS The PHDI-US has 16 components with scores ranging between 0 and 150, and higher scores indicate better adherence to the Planetary Health Diet. Cross-sectional dietary data from 4741 participants of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2017-2018 were used to assess the validity and reliability of the PHDI-US. RESULTS Validity and reliability tests were acceptable overall: principal component analysis identified 6 components; total PHDI-US and Healthy Eating Index-2015 scores were positively associated (β = 0.67, standard error = 0.03, P <0.0001; R2 = 0.39); concurrent-criterion validity analyses identified significantly lower scores among males, everyday smokers, and younger adults; and the Cronbach's α value was 0.54. The average PHDI-US score was 46.7 out of 150, indicating that the diets of United States adults were far from meeting Planetary Health Diet recommendations. Based on component PHDI-US scores, many United States adults may be able to enhance the quality and sustainability of their diets by increasing intake of plant-based foods, including whole grains, nuts and peanuts, legumes, fruits, and vegetables, and reducing intake of animal-based foods, including red and processed meats. CONCLUSIONS The PHDI-US is a new tool that can assess adherence to the Planetary Health Diet and identify key aspects of United States adults' diets that could be altered to potentially improve dietary sustainability and quality.
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- Molly K Parker
- Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA, USA.
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- Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise, Virginia Cooperative Extension, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA, USA
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- Department of Population Health Sciences, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA, USA
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- Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA, USA
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Larke JA, Chin EL, Bouzid YY, Nguyen T, Vainberg Y, Lee DH, Pirsiavash H, Smilowitz JT, Lemay DG. Surveying Nutrient Assessment with Photographs of Meals (SNAPMe): A Benchmark Dataset of Food Photos for Dietary Assessment. Nutrients 2023; 15:4972. [PMID: 38068830 PMCID: PMC10708545 DOI: 10.3390/nu15234972] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2023] [Revised: 11/08/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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Photo-based dietary assessment is becoming more feasible as artificial intelligence methods improve. However, advancement of these methods for dietary assessment in research settings has been hindered by the lack of an appropriate dataset against which to benchmark algorithm performance. We conducted the Surveying Nutrient Assessment with Photographs of Meals (SNAPMe) study (ClinicalTrials ID: NCT05008653) to pair meal photographs with traditional food records. Participants were recruited nationally, and 110 enrollment meetings were completed via web-based video conferencing. Participants uploaded and annotated their meal photos using a mobile phone app called Bitesnap and completed food records using the Automated Self-Administered 24-h Dietary Assessment Tool (ASA24®) version 2020. Participants included photos before and after eating non-packaged and multi-serving packaged meals, as well as photos of the front and ingredient labels for single-serving packaged foods. The SNAPMe Database (DB) contains 3311 unique food photos linked with 275 ASA24 food records from 95 participants who photographed all foods consumed and recorded food records in parallel for up to 3 study days each. The use of the SNAPMe DB to evaluate ingredient prediction demonstrated that the publicly available algorithms FB Inverse Cooking and Im2Recipe performed poorly, especially for single-ingredient foods and beverages. Correlations between nutrient estimates common to the Bitesnap and ASA24 dietary assessment tools indicated a range in predictive capacity across nutrients (cholesterol, adjusted R2 = 0.85, p < 0.0001; food folate, adjusted R2 = 0.21, p < 0.05). SNAPMe DB is a publicly available benchmark for photo-based dietary assessment in nutrition research. Its demonstrated utility suggested areas of needed improvement, especially the prediction of single-ingredient foods and beverages.
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- Jules A. Larke
- United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Western Human Nutrition Research Center, Davis, CA 95616, USA
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- United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Western Human Nutrition Research Center, Davis, CA 95616, USA
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- Department of Nutrition, University of California Davis, Davis, CA 95616, USA
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- United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Western Human Nutrition Research Center, Davis, CA 95616, USA
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- Department of Nutrition, University of California Davis, Davis, CA 95616, USA
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- Department of Computer Science, University of California Davis, Davis, CA 95616, USA (H.P.)
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- Department of Computer Science, University of California Davis, Davis, CA 95616, USA (H.P.)
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- United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Western Human Nutrition Research Center, Davis, CA 95616, USA
- Department of Nutrition, University of California Davis, Davis, CA 95616, USA
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Worthington A, Gillies N, Hannaford R, Roy R, Braakhuis A. Implementing multicomponent, eHealth-based behaviour change support within a dietary intervention trial improves adherence to study-related behaviours in healthy young adults. BMC Nutr 2023; 9:134. [PMID: 37990250 PMCID: PMC10664496 DOI: 10.1186/s40795-023-00798-7] [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: 02/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 11/23/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Behaviour change science is proposed to improve participant retention and enhance the validity of trials. However, researchers seldom systematically consider and implement behaviour change strategies within trials for this purpose. The objective of this article is to evaluate how an eHealth behaviour change support (BCS) program enhances young adults' adherence to behaviours required within a dietary intervention. METHODS The Nine Principles framework was used to develop BCS to implement across both arms of a 10-week randomised parallel-group intervention to enhance adherence to (i) eating healthily and (ii) reporting dietary intake. Key components of the BCS included access to a dietitian-led Facebook group, text reminders, and food delivery. Effectiveness was measured using the following analyses of the 78 participants who completed the study; pre-post change in targeted dietary habits over time using a subscore of the Healthy Diet Habits Index, questionnaire to assess change in perception of barriers to eating healthily over time, Facebook group engagement, and impact evaluation of the BCS. Participants received a dietary reporting score out of 100 to assess adherence across the 10 weeks. RESULTS The total Healthy Diet Habits Index subscore out of 16 significantly increased from baseline to week 10 (10.6 ± 2.6 to 11.2 ± 2.6, p value < 0.05), driven primarily by an increase in vegetable consumption. Overall adherence to reporting was high across the 10 weeks, with the total population mean reporting score 90.4 ± 14.6 out of 100. Relatively low Facebook engagement was observed. Adding objects to the environment, prompts/cues and removing reward appeared to be effective components of the BCS for enhancing adherence to the target behaviours. CONCLUSION Using a behaviour change framework to support the design of randomised trials is a promising way to enhance participant adherence to study requirements that are typically considered burdensome, such as dietary reporting. It also enables researchers to identify and replicate effective components of BCS, including behaviour change techniques and modes of delivery. Further research into the use of different behaviour change frameworks for this purpose is warranted. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT04869163; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04869163 . (03/05/2021).
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- Anna Worthington
- Discipline of Nutrition, School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand.
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- Discipline of Nutrition, School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Bioinformatics & Statistics Team, AgResearch Ltd, Palmerston North, New Zealand
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- Discipline of Nutrition, School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Discipline of Nutrition, School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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Kurosaka Y, Nagasawa T, Minato K, Hasegawa-Tanaka T, Naito H, Wakui S, Machida S. Blood biomarkers for estimating energy intake in Japanese male collegiate athletes: a pilot study. BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil 2023; 15:150. [PMID: 37941030 PMCID: PMC10633905 DOI: 10.1186/s13102-023-00765-6] [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: 09/18/2022] [Accepted: 11/02/2023] [Indexed: 11/10/2023]
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BACKGROUND Athletes should be informed of their required energy intake in preparation for sports competitions. However, the environment in which dietary surveys can be conducted to determine the required energy intake for sports competitions is limited, and such survey will require a substantial amount of time and effort from athletes and dietitians. If certain biomarkers for estimating the energy intake can be identified, they may compensate for the shortcomings of these dietary surveys. We aimed to identify the blood biomarkers to estimate the energy intake/basal metabolic rate ratio of male athletes. METHODS Twenty-six male athletes from a university physical education department were included and underwent measurements of height, weight, and body composition, as well as blood sampling. The dietary assessment included a 3-day dietary recall and collection of meal photographs. The basal metabolic rate was estimated using the lean body mass, while the daily energy intake/basal metabolic rate ratio was used as an index to determine the energy intake. From the 36 selected blood biomarkers, we identified the independent biomarkers for inclusion in the multiple regression analysis by assessing for pairwise correlations and multicollinearity. A formula for estimating the energy intake/basal metabolic rate was then developed using the stepwise method. A p-value of < 0.05 was considered significant. RESULTS Overall, 18 of the 36 blood biomarkers were selected, and multiple regression analysis revealed that triiodothyronine, white blood cell count, and triglyceride level were significant factors that can be used to estimate the energy intake/basal metabolic rate, accounting for 60.4% of the variance. No systematic errors were observed in the estimated values, calculated using the estimation formula and dietary assessment results. CONCLUSIONS A combination of free triiodothyronine level, white blood cell count, and triglyceride level can be used for estimating the energy intake/basal metabolic rate of male athletes, thus compensating for the shortcomings of dietary surveys.
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- Yuka Kurosaka
- Faculty of Health and Sports Science, Juntendo University, 1-1 Hirakagakuendai, Inzai, Chiba, 270-1695, Japan
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- Graduate School of Human Ecology, Wayo Women's University, 2-3-1 Konodai, Ichikawa, Chiba, 272-8533, Japan
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- Graduate School of Human Ecology, Wayo Women's University, 2-3-1 Konodai, Ichikawa, Chiba, 272-8533, Japan
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- Faculty of Management and Information Sciences, Josai International University, 1 Gumyo, Togane, Chiba, 283-8555, Japan
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- Graduate School of Health and Sports Science, Juntendo University, 1-1 Hirakagakuendai, Inzai, Chiba, 270-1695, Japan
- Institute of Health and Sports Science & Medicine, Juntendo University, 1-1 Hirakagakuendai, Inzai, Chiba, 270-1695, Japan
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- Graduate School of Health and Sports Science, Juntendo University, 1-1 Hirakagakuendai, Inzai, Chiba, 270-1695, Japan
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- Graduate School of Health and Sports Science, Juntendo University, 1-1 Hirakagakuendai, Inzai, Chiba, 270-1695, Japan.
- Institute of Health and Sports Science & Medicine, Juntendo University, 1-1 Hirakagakuendai, Inzai, Chiba, 270-1695, Japan.
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Ardalan ZS, Livingstone KM, Polzella L, Avakian J, Rohani F, Sparrow MP, Gibson PR, Yao CK. Perceived dietary intolerances, habitual intake and diet quality of patients with an ileoanal pouch: Associations with pouch phenotype (and behaviour). Clin Nutr 2023; 42:2095-2108. [PMID: 37748240 DOI: 10.1016/j.clnu.2023.07.023] [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: 05/10/2023] [Revised: 05/24/2023] [Accepted: 07/23/2023] [Indexed: 09/27/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Ileoanal pouch patients frequently attribute pouch-related symptoms and pouchitis with diet. We aimed to assess perceived food intolerance and habitual dietary intake and their relationship with pouch indication, symptoms and current or history of pouchitis. METHODS In this cross-sectional study, patients with an ileoanal pouch completed a dietary intolerance and a food frequency questionnaire, that specifically quantifies habitual intake of FODMAPs. Perceived dietary intolerance rates, nutrient intake and diet quality, and their differences based on pouch indication, symptom, and current or history of pouchitis were assessed. Associations between intolerances and intake, and between dietary intake with pouchitis risk were analysed using univariable and multivariable regression analysis. RESULTS Of the 58 (10 FAP and 48 UC) patients with complete data, 81% of UC and 80% of FAP patients reported dietary intolerances. Overall diet quality was good. Differences in dietary intake were limited to a few food groups. Patients with a history of pouchitis had a lower intake of fruits (p = 0.03) and nuts (p = 0.004). Patients with current pouchitis had a lower intake of nuts (p = 0.02). On multivariable logistic regression, intake of dietary fibre was associated negatively [OR 0.68(95%CI:0.51-0.92)] and of non-digestible oligosaccharides positively with pouchitis history [OR 5.5(95% CI:1.04-29.1)]. CONCLUSIONS In patients with an ileoanal pouch, perceived dietary intolerances are common but had minimal impact on nutritional adequacy and diet quality. Negative associations of the intakes of fruits, nuts and dietary fibre and positive association with non-digestible oligosaccharides with a history of pouchitis require further study to inform dietary recommendations.
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- Zaid S Ardalan
- Department of Gastroenterology, Alfred Health and Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
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- Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition, School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, Deakin University, Burwood, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Monash University, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Monash University, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Alfred Health and Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Alfred Health and Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Alfred Health and Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Alfred Health and Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Jatkowska A, White B, Nichols B, Svolos V, Gkikas K, Hansen R, Russell RK, Gaya D, Brownson E, Seenan JP, Milling S, MacDonald J, Gerasimidis K. Development and Validation of the Glasgow Exclusive Enteral Nutrition Index of Compliance. J Crohns Colitis 2023; 17:1426-1435. [PMID: 37004165 PMCID: PMC10588781 DOI: 10.1093/ecco-jcc/jjad063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2022] [Indexed: 04/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Treatment adherence is key to the efficacy of exclusive enteral nutrition [100% EN] in active Crohn's disease [CD], but there are no biomarkers to objectively estimate this. We explored faecal parameters as biomarkers of compliance with 100% EN, and subsequently developed and validated the Glasgow Exclusive Enteral Nutrition Index of Compliance [GENIE]. METHODS Healthy adults replaced all [100% EN] or part [85% EN, 50% EN, 20% EN] of their diet with a formula for 7 days. Faecal pH, water content, short chain fatty acids, and branched chain fatty acids [BCFAs] were measured before [D0] and after [D7] each intervention. Optimal biomarkers and threshold values were derived using receiver operating characteristic curve analyses and machine learning to develop the GENIE. The GENIE was then validated in 30 CD children, during and after 100% EN. RESULTS In all, 61 adults were recruited. D7 faecal pH and the ratios of BCFAs to either acetate or butyrate performed the best to differentiate between patients on 100% EN from <100% EN. Two models were generated; one included faecal metabolites (Laboratory GENIE, L-GENIE; sensitivity, specificity, and positive predictive value [PPV] of 88%, 94%, and 92%) and a second one [Clinical Genie, C-GENIE] which considers only faecal pH [sensitivity, specificity, and PPV of 84%, 86%, and 81%]. Validation of GENIE in CD children found that C-GENIE outperformed L-GENIE, producing a sensitivity, specificity, and PPV of 85%, 88%, and 88%, respectively. CONCLUSIONS GENIE can help predict adherence to 100% EN and may complement current conventional dietary assessment.
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- Aleksandra Jatkowska
- Human Nutrition, School of Medicine, Dentistry and Nursing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Human Nutrition, School of Medicine, Dentistry and Nursing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Human Nutrition, School of Medicine, Dentistry and Nursing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Human Nutrition, School of Medicine, Dentistry and Nursing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Human Nutrition, School of Medicine, Dentistry and Nursing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Department of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow, UK
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- Department of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Royal Hospital for Children & Young People, Edinburgh, UK
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Glasgow, UK
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, UK
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, UK
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- School of Infection and Immunity, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, UK
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Suthar H, Thiagarajah K, Karaye I, Lopez-Ixta ZT, Bhurosy T. Reliability of a frequency method for assessing vegetable intake using photos among college students: a smart phone approach. JOURNAL OF AMERICAN COLLEGE HEALTH : J OF ACH 2023:1-4. [PMID: 37856472 DOI: 10.1080/07448481.2023.2266034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2022] [Accepted: 09/24/2023] [Indexed: 10/21/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To measure the interrater reliability of assessing the frequency of vegetable intake using mobile photos and descriptions. DESIGN Repeated measures design. SETTING A Midwestern university. PARTICIPANTS Undergraduate students (N = 165). MEASURABLE OUTCOME/ANALYSIS Number of times each of these vegetable subgroups were consumed daily: dark green vegetables, beans and peas, starchy vegetables, and other vegetables. Analysis: Two raters independently coded meals using mobile photos and descriptions of meals. Cohen κ was calculated to determine interrater reliability. RESULTS A value of κ = 0.9 (p < .001) was obtained, indicating an almost perfect agreement between the two raters. Nearly 92% of participants complied with providing photos along with descriptions of their meals. CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS A frequency method using mobile photos and descriptions of meals is a reliable strategy to assess vegetable consumption. This frequency method can improve data quality, reduce participant burden, and minimize recall bias in college nutrition programs.
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- Department of Population Health, School of Health Professions and Human Services, Hofstra University, Hempstead, New York, USA
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- Department of Applied Health Science, Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington, Bloomington, Indiana, USA
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- Department of Population Health, School of Health Professions and Human Services, Hofstra University, Hempstead, New York, USA
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- Department of Applied Health Science, Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington, Bloomington, Indiana, USA
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Pannen ST, Gassmann R, Vorburger R, Rohrmann S, Sych J, Steinemann N. Development of a Multilingual Web-Based Food Frequency Questionnaire for Adults in Switzerland. Nutrients 2023; 15:4359. [PMID: 37892434 PMCID: PMC10610353 DOI: 10.3390/nu15204359] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2023] [Revised: 10/09/2023] [Accepted: 10/10/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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Dietary assessment is a major challenge in epidemiological research and is associated with a high time and financial burden. Automated food frequency questionnaires (FFQs) have the potential to rapidly collect dietary intake data in large studies while reducing human error risk during data processing. We developed a semiquantitative, multilingual, electronic FFQ for real-time dietary intake assessment in the Swiss adult population, called "Swiss eFFQ". The iterative development process involved stages of content identification, construction, pretesting, translation, and adaptation of the FFQ. Using 24 h dietary recalls from 2085 participants aged 18-75 years from a nationally representative survey, we conducted a stepwise regression analysis to identify foods contributing to >90% of the variance in intakes of energy and six nutrients. All 118 foods identified in the overall cohort or in any of the Swiss linguistic regions were selected and standardized to define the comprehensive 83-item food list, covering >90% of the intake of key nutrients in the entire study population. Once validated, the Swiss eFFQ can be used to classify individuals based on their habitual diets. The methodology described in this paper enhances the transparency of the Swiss eFFQ and may help researchers to develop multilingual dietary assessment tools for other populations.
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- Sarah T. Pannen
- Division of Chronic Disease Epidemiology, Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Prevention Institute, University of Zurich, Hirschengraben 84, CH-8001 Zurich, Switzerland; (S.T.P.); (N.S.)
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- Institute of Computational Life Sciences, ZHAW School of Life Sciences and Facility Management, Schloss 1, CH-8820 Wädenswil, Switzerland; (R.G.); (R.V.)
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- Institute of Computational Life Sciences, ZHAW School of Life Sciences and Facility Management, Schloss 1, CH-8820 Wädenswil, Switzerland; (R.G.); (R.V.)
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- Division of Chronic Disease Epidemiology, Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Prevention Institute, University of Zurich, Hirschengraben 84, CH-8001 Zurich, Switzerland; (S.T.P.); (N.S.)
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- Institute of Food and Beverage Innovation, ZHAW School of Life Sciences and Facility Management, Grüentalstrasse 14, CH-8820 Wädenswil, Switzerland;
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- Division of Chronic Disease Epidemiology, Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Prevention Institute, University of Zurich, Hirschengraben 84, CH-8001 Zurich, Switzerland; (S.T.P.); (N.S.)
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Tanweer A, Zia M, Riaz K, Mushtaq H, Siddique M, Imran S, Humayun A, Hussain ZUN. Comparing the web-based and traditional self-reported 24-hour dietary recall data in the PakNutriStudy. COMPUTER METHODS AND PROGRAMS IN BIOMEDICINE 2023; 240:107682. [PMID: 37429249 DOI: 10.1016/j.cmpb.2023.107682] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2022] [Revised: 06/10/2023] [Accepted: 06/16/2023] [Indexed: 07/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND The flaws in dietary assessment methods can generate misleading information and thus may impact on the interventions planned based on that information. Context specific digitalization of dietary assessment tools is a potential way forward to reduce biases and resources involved in data handling. METHODS Two versions of Twenty-Four Hour Recall (24HR) (traditional [24HR Ver-01] and digital [24HR Ver-02]) were tested for data agreement and feasibility by gathering cross sectional paired data on both the versions from 102 participants (18-25 years age). The web based 24HR was setup using the system of Intake24 (New Castle University) with incorporation of South Asian food data base for beverages. RESULTS The data sets obtained from 24HR Ver-01 and 24HR Ver-02 on beverage consumption (food items as well as portion sizes) were compared for agreement. The highest percentage of agreement of food item reporting between 24HR Ver-01 and 24HR Ver-01 was during the lunch time. The average kappa value (κ =0.375833) for all the meals indicated a fair agreement betweenVer-01 and 24HR Ver-02 The correlation of portion sizes reported using 24HR Ver-01 and 24 HR Ver-02 was statisticallysignificant for morning snack, lunch and dinner (r = 0.465; r = 0.324; r = 0.407 respectively). According to Bland Altman plot, least agreement between the two versions was found in the portion sizes reported for morning snacks. Data collectors found 24 HR Ver-02 easier in terms of data processing but it was regarded time taking and less convenient by the participants. CONCLUSION The Intake 24 (digital version of 24HR) can be a preferred tool of data collection as the data collected through it may reach fairly good levels of accuracy. Future directions for research like conducting a follow up study with cross over design, expanding the study using food items other than beverages, and testing the digital dietary assessment tool against an objective gold standard of dietary intake can be helpful in reaching more conclusive evidence.
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- Afifa Tanweer
- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, School of Health Sciences, University of Management and Technology, Health Sciences Campus, Raiwind Road, Lahore, Pakistan.
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, School of Health Sciences, University of Management and Technology, Health Sciences Campus, Raiwind Road, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, School of Health Sciences, University of Management and Technology, Health Sciences Campus, Raiwind Road, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, School of Health Sciences, University of Management and Technology, Health Sciences Campus, Raiwind Road, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, School of Health Sciences, University of Management and Technology, Health Sciences Campus, Raiwind Road, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Queen Mary Graduate College, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Shaikh Zayed Medical Complex, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Centre for Applied Chemistry, School of Chemistry, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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Tangestani H, Emamat H, Tavakoli A, Ghalandari H, Keshavarz SA, Yekaninejad MS, Mirzaei K. Association of dietary acid load with metabolic syndrome in overweight and obese women. INT J VITAM NUTR RES 2023; 93:420-426. [PMID: 35045755 DOI: 10.1024/0300-9831/a000748] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/13/2023]
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Background: There is increasing evidence supporting the association between dietary acid load and metabolic syndrome (MetS) components. However, to the best of our knowledge, there are rare and inconsistent studies to examine the association of dietary acid load and MetS score. The aim of this research was to assess dietary acid loads as measured by potential renal acid load (PRAL) in relation to MetS. Methods: The current study involved 246 overweight or obese women. Dietary assessment was performed using a validated 147-item food frequency questionnaire (FFQ). Remer's equation was used to calculate PRAL score. MetS was defined as the National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP)/Adult Treatment Panel ΙΙΙ (ATP). Multivariable logistic regression models were used to find the association between PRAL score and MetS. Results: The mean age and BMI of participants were 36.49±8.38 years old and 31.04±4.31 kg/m2, respectively. Overall, 32 percent of participants had MetS. According to the final model, although not statistically significant, there was a trend which suggested that being in the highest quartile of adherence to dietary acid load, evaluated by PRAL score, compared to the lowest quartile was associated with higher odds of MetS [(OR: 2.80; 95% CI: 0.95-8.26), (P=0.06)]. Conclusions: Our study shows a borderline non-significant association between PRAL and odds of MetS in overweight or obese women. However, definitive clarification of this relationship requires future intervention studies.
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- Hadith Tangestani
- Department of Community Nutrition, School of Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics, Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS), Tehran, Iran
- Department of Nutrition, Persian Gulf Tropical Medicine Research Center, Bushehr University of Medical Sciences, Bushehr, Iran
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- Department and Faculty of Clinical Nutrition Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Community Nutrition, School of Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics, Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS), Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Faculty of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, School of Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Community Nutrition, School of Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics, Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS), Tehran, Iran
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Yang Q, Han H, Sun Z, Liu L, Zheng X, Meng Z, Tao N, Liu J. Association of choline and betaine with the risk of cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality: Meta-analysis. Eur J Clin Invest 2023; 53:e14041. [PMID: 37318151 DOI: 10.1111/eci.14041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2023] [Revised: 05/23/2023] [Accepted: 06/03/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to systematically evaluate the role of circulating levels of choline and betaine in the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and all-cause mortality by comprehensively reviewing observational studies. METHODS This study was conducted according to PRISMA 2020 statement. Six electronic databases, including PubMed, Embase and China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), were searched for cohort studies and derivative research design types (nested case-control and case-cohort studies) from the date of inception to March 2022. We pooled relative risk (RR) and 95% confidence interval (CI) of the highest versus lowest category and per SD of circulating choline and betaine concentrations in relation to the risk of CVD and all-cause mortality. RESULTS In the meta-analysis, 17 studies with a total of 33,009 participants were included. Random-effects model results showed that highest versus lowest quantile of circulating choline concentrations were associated with the risk of CVD (RR = 1.29, 95% CI: 1.04-1.61) and all-cause mortality (RR = 1.62, 95% CI: 1.12-2.36). We also observed the risk of CVD were increased 13% (5%-22%) with per SD increment. Furthermore, highest versus lowest quantile of circulating betaine concentrations were not associated with the risk of CVD (RR = 1.07, 95% CI: 0.92-1.24) and all-cause mortality (RR = 1.39, 95% CI: 0.96-2.01). However, the risk of CVD was increased 14% (5%-23%) with per SD increment. CONCLUSIONS Higher levels of circulating choline were associated with a higher risk of CVD and all-cause mortality.
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- Qinglin Yang
- Department of Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, The First People's Hospital of Zunyi, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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Talukdar JR, Steen JP, Goldenberg JZ, Zhang Q, Vernooij RWM, Ge L, Zeraatkar D, Bała MM, Ball GDC, Thabane L, Johnston BC. Saturated fat, the estimated absolute risk and certainty of risk for mortality and major cancer and cardiometabolic outcomes: an overview of systematic reviews. Syst Rev 2023; 12:179. [PMID: 37777760 PMCID: PMC10541715 DOI: 10.1186/s13643-023-02312-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/08/2023] [Indexed: 10/02/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To assess the impact of reducing saturated fat or fatty foods, or replacing saturated fat with unsaturated fat, carbohydrate or protein, on the risk of mortality and major cancer and cardiometabolic outcomes in adults. METHODS We searched MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, and references of included studies for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (SRMAs) of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and observational studies in adults published in the past 10 years. Eligible reviews investigated reducing saturated fat or fatty foods or replacing saturated fat with unsaturated fat, carbohydrate or protein, on the risk of cancer and cardiometabolic outcomes and assessed the certainty of evidence for each outcome using, for example, the GRADE (Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development, and Evaluations) approach. We assessed the quality of SRMAs using a modified version of AMSTAR-2. Results were summarized as absolute estimates of effect together with the certainty of effects using a narrative synthesis approach. RESULTS We included 17 SRMAs (13 reviews of observational studies with follow-up 1 to 34 years; 4 reviews of RCTs with follow-up 1 to 17 years). The quality of two-thirds of the SRMAs was critically low to moderate; the main limitations included deficient reporting of study selection, absolute effect estimates, sources of funding, and a priori subgroups to explore heterogeneity. Our included reviews reported > 100 estimates of effect across 11 critically important cancer and cardiometabolic outcomes. High quality SRMAs consistently and predominantly reported low to very low certainty evidence that reducing or replacing saturated fat was associated with a very small risk reduction in cancer and cardiometabolic endpoints. The risk reductions where approximately divided, some being statistically significant and some being not statistically significant. However, based on 2 moderate to high quality reviews, we found moderate certainty evidence for a small but important effect that was statistically significant for two outcomes (total mortality events [20 fewer events per 1000 followed] and combined cardiovascular events [16 fewer per 1000 followed]). Conversely, 4 moderate to high quality reviews showed very small effects on total mortality, with 3 of these reviews showing non-statistically significant mortality effects. CONCLUSION Systematic reviews investigating the impact of SFA on mortality and major cancer and cardiometabolic outcomes almost universally suggest very small absolute changes in risk, and the data is based primarily on low and very low certainty evidence. SYSTEMATIC REVIEW REGISTRATION PROSPERO CRD42020172141.
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- Jhalok Ronjan Talukdar
- Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Department of Nutrition, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, USA
- Helfgott Research Institute, National University of Natural Medicine, Portland, OR, USA
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- School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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- Department of Nephrology and Hypertension, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
- Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- Evidence Based Social Science Research Centre, School of Public Health, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- Department of Biomedical Informatics, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Hygiene and Dietetics, Chair of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, College of Health Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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- Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa
- Biostatistics Unit, St Joseph's Healthcare-Hamilton, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Department of Nutrition, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, USA.
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, USA.
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Gedamu F, Dagne I, Oumer A. Association between dietary consumption patterns and the development of adolescent overnutrition in eastern Ethiopia: new perspectives. Front Nutr 2023; 10:1245477. [PMID: 37829733 PMCID: PMC10565351 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2023.1245477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2023] [Accepted: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 10/14/2023] Open
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Background Overnutrition among adolescents is becoming a major public health concern, with all the adverse consequences associated with unhealthy eating behaviors. Hence, clear evidence linking dietary consumption with the risk of overnutrition is crucial for targeted dietary recommendations using a robust statistical approach. This study assessed the link between dietary consumption patterns and the risks of overnutrition among adolescents in Ethiopia. Method A community-based survey was conducted on a random sample of 510 adolescents selected using a stratified random sampling via proportional allocation. Dietary consumption was captured using a validated and contextualized 80-item food frequency questionnaire over the past month through a face-to-face interview. Weight and height were measured under a standard procedure. Body Mass Index for Age Z-score (BAZ) was calculated, and BAZ above +1 was considered overnutrition. The frequency measures were standardized into daily equivalents, and dietary patterns were derived using exploratory factor analysis after checking for assumptions. A bivariable and multivariable binary logistic regression model was fitted with an odds ratio and 95% confidence intervals. Results A total of 510 participants were enrolled. Four major dietary patterns ("cereals, energy, and discretionary calory," "fat, oil, and milk groups," "proteins and vegetables," and "fruits"), explaining 66.6% of the total variation, were identified. The overall prevalence of overnutrition was 29.0% (27-31%), where 22.5 and 6.5% were overweight and obese, respectively. Physical inactivity (AOR = 6.27; 95% CI: 2.75-14.3), maternal literacy (AOR = 111.3; 95% CI: 50.0-247.8), habit of snacking (AOR = 1.80; 95% CI: 0.69-4.67), skipping meals (AOR = 2.05; 955 CI: 0.84-5.04), cereals and discretionary food dietary pattern (AOR = 2.28; 95 CI: 0.94-5.55), and protein-rich and vegetable dietary pattern (AOR = 2.30; 95% CI: 0.97-5.46) were important factors associated with odds of overnutrition. Conclusion Overnutrition is a public health concern affecting one-third of adolescents, and it is closely linked with dietary consumption patterns, eating behaviors, wealth status, literacy, and level of physical activity. Therefore, public health interventions targeting unhealthy eating and lifestyles are urgently needed to curb the increasing burden of overnutrition among adolescents and its future complications.
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- Department of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dire Dawa University, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia
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Serra M, Alceste D, Hauser F, Hulshof PJM, Meijer HAJ, Thalheimer A, Steinert RE, Gerber PA, Spector AC, Gero D, Bueter M. Assessing daily energy intake in adult women: validity of a food-recognition mobile application compared to doubly labelled water. Front Nutr 2023; 10:1255499. [PMID: 37810925 PMCID: PMC10556674 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2023.1255499] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2023] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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Accurate dietary assessment is crucial for nutrition and health research. Traditional methods, such as food records, food frequency questionnaires, and 24-hour dietary recalls (24HR), have limitations, such as the need for trained interviewers, time-consuming procedures, and inaccuracies in estimations. Novel technologies, such as image-based dietary assessment apps, have been developed to overcome these limitations. SNAQ is a novel image-based food-recognition app which, based on computer vision, assesses food type and volume, and provides nutritional information about dietary intake. This cross-sectional observational study aimed to investigate the validity of SNAQ as a dietary assessment tool for measuring energy and macronutrient intake in adult women with normal body weight (n = 30), compared to doubly labeled water (DLW), a reference method for total daily energy expenditure (TDEE). Energy intake was also estimated using a one-day 24HR for direct comparison. Bland-Altman plots, paired difference tests, and Pearson's correlation coefficient were used to assess agreement and relationships between the methods. SNAQ showed a slightly higher agreement (bias = -329.6 kcal/day) with DLW for total daily energy intake (TDEI) compared to 24HR (bias = -543.0 kcal/day). While both SNAQ and 24HR tended to underestimate TDEI, only 24HR significantly differed from DLW in this regard (p < 0.001). There was no significant relationship between estimated TDEI and TDEE using SNAQ (R2 = 27%, p = 0.50) or 24HR (R2 = 34%, p = 0.20) and there were no significant differences in energy and macronutrient intake estimates between SNAQ and 24HR (Δ = 213.4 kcal/day). In conclusion, these results indicate that SNAQ provides a closer representation of energy intake in adult women with normal body weight than 24HR when compared to DLW, but no relationship was found between the energy estimates of DLW and of the two dietary assessment tools. Further research is needed to determine the clinical relevance and support the implementation of SNAQ in research and clinical settings. Clinical trial registration: This study is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov with the unique identifier NCT04600596 (https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04600596).
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- Michele Serra
- Department of Surgery and Transplantation, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Zurich (UZH), Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery and Transplantation, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Zurich (UZH), Zurich, Switzerland
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Zurich (UZH), Zurich, Switzerland
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- Division of Human Nutrition, Wageningen University, Wageningen, Netherlands
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- Centre for Isotope Research (CIO), Energy and Sustainability Research Institute Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery and Transplantation, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery and Transplantation, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology and Clinical Nutrition, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Psychology and Program in Neuroscience, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL, United States
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- Department of Surgery and Transplantation, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery and Transplantation, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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Fituri S, Shi Z. Association between Dietary Patterns and Cognitive Function among Qatari Adults: A Cross-Sectional Analysis of the Qatar Biobank Study. Nutrients 2023; 15:4053. [PMID: 37764836 PMCID: PMC10537779 DOI: 10.3390/nu15184053] [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: 08/27/2023] [Revised: 09/11/2023] [Accepted: 09/16/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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This study aimed to assess the association between dietary patterns and cognitive function among Qatari adults. In a cross-sectional analysis, data on 1000 Qatari adults attending the Qatar Biobank Study (QBB) aged ≥18 years were obtained. Using factor analysis, dietary patterns were constructed based on habitual dietary intake assessed by food frequency questionnaires (FFQs). The mean reaction time (MRT) derived from self-administered touch screen tests was used as an indicator of cognitive function. The association between dietary patterns and MRT was investigated using linear regression. The mean age of the participants was 35.8 (SD 10.3) years, and the mean MRT was 715.3 (SD 204.1) milliseconds. Three dietary patterns were identified. The "traditional" dietary pattern, characterized by high intakes of white rice, mixed dishes and soups/starters possibly high in saturated fat and sodium, was positively associated with MRT. In the multivariable model, comparing the highest to lowest quartiles of the traditional pattern, the regression coefficient for MRT was 50.0 (95% CI 16.9, 83.1; p for trend 0.001). There was an effect modification of diabetes and age on the association between the "modern" dietary pattern and MRT. The "convenient" dietary pattern was not associated with cognition. In conclusion, the traditional rice-based dietary pattern may be associated with poor cognitive function.
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- Human Nutrition Department, College of Health Sciences, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha P.O. Box 2713, Qatar;
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Emke H, Dijkstra C, Kremers S, Chinapaw MJM, Altenburg T. Is the transition from primary to secondary school a risk factor for energy balance-related behaviours? A systematic review. Public Health Nutr 2023; 26:1754-1774. [PMID: 37138344 PMCID: PMC10478069 DOI: 10.1017/s1368980023000812] [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: 05/24/2022] [Revised: 03/20/2023] [Accepted: 04/23/2023] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The substantial changes in the physical and social environment during the transition from primary to secondary school may significantly impact adolescents' energy balance-related behaviours (i.e. dietary behaviour, sedentary behaviour, sleep behaviour and physical activity (PA)). This is the first review systematically summarising evidence on changes in four energy balance-related behaviours of adolescents across the school transition from primary to secondary school. DESIGN For this systematic review, the electronic databases Embase, PsycINFO and SPORTDiscus were searched for relevant studies from inception to August 2021. PubMed was searched for relevant studies from inception to September 2022. Inclusion criteria were: (i) longitudinal studies reporting; (ii) one or more energy balance-related behaviours; and (iii) across the school transition, that is, with measurement(s) during both primary and secondary school. SETTING Transition from primary to secondary school. PARTICIPANTS Adolescents across the transition from primary to secondary school. RESULTS Thirty-four studies were eligible. We found strong evidence for an increase in sedentary time, moderate evidence for a decrease in fruit and vegetable consumption, and inconclusive evidence for a change in total, light, and moderate-to-vigorous PA, active transport, screen time, unhealthy snack consumption, and sugar-sweetened beverages consumption among adolescents across the school transition. CONCLUSIONS During the transition from primary to secondary school, sedentary time and fruit and vegetable consumption tend to change unfavourably. More high-quality, longitudinal research is needed specifically on changes in energy balance-related behaviour across the school transition, especially regarding sleep behaviour. (Prospero registration: CRD42018084799).
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- Helga Emke
- Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Science, De Boelelaan 1117Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Health Behaviour and Chronic Diseases and Methodology, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam UMC location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Public and Occupational Health, De Boelelaan 1117, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Science, De Boelelaan 1117Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Health Behaviour and Chronic Diseases and Methodology, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Maastricht University Medical Centre, Department of Health Promotion, NUTRIM School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism, P. Debyelaan 25, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Health Behaviour and Chronic Diseases and Methodology, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam UMC location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Public and Occupational Health, De Boelelaan 1117, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Health Behaviour and Chronic Diseases and Methodology, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam UMC location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Public and Occupational Health, De Boelelaan 1117, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Al Hourani H, Alkhatib B, Al-Shami I, Olaimat AN, Al-Holy M, Al-Awwad NJ, Abughoush M, Saleh NA, AlHalaika D, Alboqai O, Al-Jawaldeh A. Energy and macronutrient intakes in Jordan: a population study. Sci Rep 2023; 13:12736. [PMID: 37543630 PMCID: PMC10404255 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-39900-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2022] [Accepted: 08/01/2023] [Indexed: 08/07/2023] Open
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Jordan has never conducted a nutrition survey to determine nutrient and energy intakes. The current study aimed to describe the energy and macronutrient consumed by the Jordanian population. A cross-sectional food consumption study was conducted, including a sample of Jordanians using two non-consecutive 24-h dietary recalls (24-h DR) between October 2021 and March 2022. A total of 2145 males and females aged 8 to 85 years old living in households were studied. The average of two 24-h DRs for each individual was converted into energy and nutrient intakes. After measuring weight, height, and waist circumference, the body mass index (BMI) and waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) were calculated. The percentage of under-reporters was higher in women than men (58.2% vs. 45.9%). Adults and older adult women had the highest prevalence of obesity (29.6%), while adults and older adult men had the highest prevalence of overweight (41.4%). There is a significant increase in energy intake in children, boys, and all adults, compared to the recommended calories. The mean energy percentage (E %) of total fat was 38%, exceeding the upper limit of the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR). At the same time, the mean daily dietary fiber intake fell below the recommended levels (ranging from 13.5 g in children to 19.5 g in older adults). The study population consumes more fat and less fiber than the recommended levels. Actions must be taken across all age groups to correct the deviation of energy and macronutrient intakes from the recommended dietary allowances.
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- Huda Al Hourani
- Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, The Hashemite University, P.O. Box 330127, Zarqa, 13133, Jordan.
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, The Hashemite University, P.O. Box 330127, Zarqa, 13133, Jordan
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, The Hashemite University, P.O. Box 330127, Zarqa, 13133, Jordan
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, The Hashemite University, P.O. Box 330127, Zarqa, 13133, Jordan
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, The Hashemite University, P.O. Box 330127, Zarqa, 13133, Jordan
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, The Hashemite University, P.O. Box 330127, Zarqa, 13133, Jordan
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- Science of Nutrition and Dietetics Program, College of Pharmacy, Al Ain University, 64141, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, The Hashemite University, P.O. Box 330127, Zarqa, 13133, Jordan
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, The Hashemite University, P.O. Box 330127, Zarqa, 13133, Jordan
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Science, Faculty of Agriculture and Sciences, Jerash University, Jerash, Jordan
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- Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean, World Health Organization, Cairo, 7608, Egypt
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Khoo XH, Chong CW, Talha AM, Philip K, Teh CSJ, Isa AM, Wong MS, Chew DCH, Wong Z, Jusoh NS, Maksum NMM, Mokhtar NM, Majid HA, Ali RAR, Lee YY, Mahadeva S. The impact of diet and ethnicity on gut microbiota variation in irritable bowel syndrome: A multi-center study. J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2023; 38:1259-1268. [PMID: 36908030 DOI: 10.1111/jgh.16174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2022] [Revised: 03/01/2023] [Accepted: 03/08/2023] [Indexed: 03/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM The gut microbiota in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is known to vary with diet. We aim to (i) analyze the gut microbiota composition of IBS patients from a multi-ethnic population and (ii) explore the impact of a low FODMAP diet on gastrointestinal symptoms and gut microbiota composition among IBS patients. METHODS A multi-center study of multi-ethnic Asian patients with IBS was conducted in two phases: (i) an initial cross-sectional gut microbiota composition study of IBS patients and healthy controls, followed by (ii) a single-arm 6-week dietary interventional study of the IBS patients alone, exploring clinical and gut microbiota changes. RESULTS A total of 34 adult IBS patients (IBS sub-types of IBS-D 44.1%, IBS-C 32.4%, and IBS-M 23.5%) and 15 healthy controls were recruited. A greater abundance of Parabacteroides species with lower levels of bacterial fermenters and short-chain fatty acids producers were found among IBS patients compared with healthy controls. Age and ethnicity were found to be associated with gut microbiota composition. Following a low FODMAP dietary intervention, symptom and quality of life improvement were observed in 24 (70.6%) IBS patients. Symptom improvement was associated with adherence to the low FODMAP diet (46.7% poor adherence vs 92.9% good adherence, P = 0.014), and gut microbiota patterns, particularly with a greater abundance of Bifidobacterium longum, Anaerotignum propionicum, and Blautia species post-intervention. CONCLUSION Gut microbiota variation in multi-ethnic IBS patients may be related to dietary intake and may be helpful to identify patients who are likely to respond to a low FODMAP diet.
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- Xin-Hui Khoo
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- School of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia, Subang Jaya, Malaysia
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Institute of Ocean and Earth Sciences, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Institute of Computer Science and Digital Innovation, UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Medical Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kota Bharu, Malaysia
- GI Function and Motility Unit, Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kota Bharu, Malaysia
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- School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kota Bharu, Malaysia
- GI Function and Motility Unit, Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kota Bharu, Malaysia
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Gastroenterology and Hepatology Unit, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Gastroenterology and Hepatology Unit, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Dietetics, Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kota Bharu, Malaysia
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Faculty of Medicine, GUT Research Group, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Social and Preventive Medicine. Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Public Health, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Malaysia
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Gastroenterology and Hepatology Unit, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kota Bharu, Malaysia
- GI Function and Motility Unit, Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kota Bharu, Malaysia
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Sproesser G, Aulbach M, Gültzow T, König LM. Do nutrition knowledge, food preferences, and habit strength moderate the association between preference for intuition and deliberation in eating decision-making and dietary intake? Appl Psychol Health Well Being 2023; 15:957-982. [PMID: 36478397 DOI: 10.1111/aphw.12419] [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: 06/24/2022] [Accepted: 10/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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An intuitive style in eating decision-making, for example, basing decisions on one's gut feeling, has been related to a less healthy diet, whereas deliberately deciding what to eat, such as making plans about eating behavior, has been related to a healthier diet. The present study investigated whether nutrition knowledge, food preferences, and habit strength for healthy and unhealthy eating moderate these relationships. In total, 1245 participants took part in a preregistered cross-sectional online survey. Results revealed that neither nutrition knowledge, nor liking of healthy or unhealthy foods, nor habit strength for healthy or unhealthy eating interacted with the preference for intuition or deliberation in eating decision-making in affecting dietary intake (βs ≤ |.06|; ts ≤ |2.11|; ps ≥ .035). Instead, including the potential moderating variables in analyses rendered the effect of a preference for intuition largely non-significant. In contrast, the positive effect of a preference for deliberation was largely stable even when including the potential moderating variables. Thus, the present study confirms the general health-promoting effect of a preference for deliberation in eating decision-making. In contrast, results speak in favor of a generally minor role of a preference for intuition for healthy or unhealthy eating.
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- Gudrun Sproesser
- Department of Psychology, University of Konstanz, Konstanz, Germany
- Institute of Education and Psychology, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Linz, Austria
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- Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
- Department of Psychology, Paris Lodron University Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria
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- Department of Health Promotion, Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Work and Social Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Bayreuth, Kulmbach, Germany
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Egele VS, Klopp E, Stark R. Evaluating self-reported retrospective average daily fruit, vegetable, and egg intake: Trustworthy-Sometimes! Appl Psychol Health Well Being 2023; 15:1130-1149. [PMID: 36509422 DOI: 10.1111/aphw.12430] [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: 03/21/2022] [Accepted: 11/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Retrospective self-reports are commonly used to assess dietary intake. Yet, their use is criticized as it is unclear whether the underlying assumptions for valid self-reports are met: Individuals have to consider the behavior of all days in the retention interval and weigh the behavior of all days equally. This study examines whether these assumptions for retrospective self-reports are met and whether interindividual differences in self-report performance are relevant regarding these assumptions. Ninety-two participants aged 18-61 years participated in seven sequential 24-h recalls and one retrospective 7-day recall concerning their intake of fruit, vegetables, and eggs. A multiple linear regression approach was used to examine the relation between the daily reported dietary intake and the 7-day recall. In the overall sample, the requirements for retrospective self-reports were not tenable. Distinguishing good and poor self-reporters based on a rational criterion showed that the requirements can be taken as given for good self-reporters, whereas poor self-reporters base their retrospective self-reports mostly on recency effects. The underlying requirements for retrospective self-reports appear to be met in two thirds of the sample, supporting the use of retrospective self-reports to capture dietary behavior. Future research should investigate characteristics separating good from poor self-reporters.
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- Viktoria S Egele
- Department of Educational Research, Saarland University, Saarbrücken, Germany
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- Department of Educational Research, Saarland University, Saarbrücken, Germany
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- Department of Educational Research, Saarland University, Saarbrücken, Germany
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Baart AM, Terink R, Zwerver J, Witteman BJM, Mensink M. Exercise-related abdominal complaints in a large cohort of runners: a survey with a particular focus on nutrition. BMJ Open Sport Exerc Med 2023; 9:e001571. [PMID: 37304891 PMCID: PMC10255300 DOI: 10.1136/bmjsem-2023-001571] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/22/2023] [Indexed: 06/13/2023] Open
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Objectives Abdominal complaints (AC) during exercise are a common problem in runners. Nutrition is known to play a role in exercise-related AC, but information on the role of habitual dietary intake is limited. We assessed the prevalence of AC in a large cohort of runners, and investigated its association with potential risk factors, with a particular focus on nutritional factors in the habitual diet. Methods A total of 1993 runners completed two online questionnaires: a general questionnaire on, among others, running habits and exercise-related AC and a Food Frequency Questionnaire. Runners with and without either upper AC (UAC) or lower AC (LAC) were compared regarding personal characteristics, running characteristics and habitual dietary intake. Results 1139 runners (57%) reported AC during and/or up to 3 hours after running: 302 runners (15%) reported UAC, 1115 (56%) LAC and 278 (14%) both. In about one-third of runners with AC, these complaints negatively affected their running. Exercise-related AC were positively associated with female gender, younger age and more intense running. Most associations with nutritional factors were observed only for LAC in men, with a higher intake of energy, all macronutrients and grain products in men with LAC. In both men and women, a higher intake of tea and unhealthy choices were associated with AC. Conclusion Exercise-related AC were quite prevalent, and in about one-third of the cases, AC impacted their running. Being female, having a younger age and running at higher intensity were positively associated with AC. Some aspects of the habitual diet were associated with AC. Most notable were positive associations for intake of fat, tea and unhealthy choices.
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- A Mireille Baart
- Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen, The Netherlands
- Sports Valley, Department of Sports Medicine, Gelderse Vallei Hospital, Ede, The Netherlands
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- Sports Valley, Department of Sports Medicine, Gelderse Vallei Hospital, Ede, The Netherlands
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- Sports Valley, Department of Sports Medicine, Gelderse Vallei Hospital, Ede, The Netherlands
- Center for Human Movement Sciences, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen, The Netherlands
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Gelderse Vallei Hospital, Ede, The Netherlands
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- Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen, The Netherlands
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Lanuza F, Zamora-Ros R, Bondonno NP, Meroño T, Rostgaard-Hansen AL, Riccardi G, Tjønneland A, Landberg R, Halkjær J, Andres-Lacueva C. Dietary polyphenols, metabolic syndrome and cardiometabolic risk factors: An observational study based on the DCH-NG subcohort. Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis 2023; 33:1167-1178. [PMID: 36948936 DOI: 10.1016/j.numecd.2023.02.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2022] [Revised: 02/17/2023] [Accepted: 02/27/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Polyphenol-rich foods have beneficial properties that may lower cardiometabolic risk. We aimed to prospectively investigate the relationship between intakes of dietary polyphenols, and metabolic syndrome (MetS) and its components, in 676 Danish residents from the MAX study, a subcohort of the Danish Diet, Cancer and Health-Next Generations (DCH-NG) cohort. METHODS AND RESULTS Dietary data were collected using web-based 24-h dietary recalls over one year (at baseline, and at 6 and 12 months). The Phenol-Explorer database was used to estimate dietary polyphenol intake. Clinical variables were also collected at the same time point. Generalized linear mixed models were used to investigate relationships between polyphenol intake and MetS. Participants had a mean age of 43.9y, a mean total polyphenol intake of 1368 mg/day, and 75 (11.6%) had MetS at baseline. Compared to individuals with MetS in Q1 and after adjusting for age, sex, lifestyle and dietary confounders, those in Q4 - for total polyphenols, flavonoids and phenolic acids-had a 50% [OR (95% CI): 0.50 (0.27, 0.91)], 51% [0.49 (0.26, 0.91)] and 45% [0.55 (0.30, 1.00)] lower odds of MetS, respectively. Higher total polyphenols, flavonoids and phenolic acids intakes as continuous variable were associated with lower risk for elevated systolic blood pressure (SBP) and low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-c) (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Total polyphenol, flavonoid and phenolic acid intakes were associated with lower odds of MetS. These intakes were also consistently and significantly associated with a lower risk for higher SBP and lower HDL-c concentrations.
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- Fabian Lanuza
- Biomarkers and Nutrimetabolomics Laboratory, Department of Nutrition, Food Sciences and Gastronomy, Food Innovation Network (XIA), Nutrition and Food Safety Research Institute (INSA), Faculty of Pharmacy and Food Sciences, University of Barcelona (UB), 08028 Barcelona, Spain; Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fragilidad y Envejecimiento Saludable (CIBERFES), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Madrid, 28029, Spain
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- Biomarkers and Nutrimetabolomics Laboratory, Department of Nutrition, Food Sciences and Gastronomy, Food Innovation Network (XIA), Nutrition and Food Safety Research Institute (INSA), Faculty of Pharmacy and Food Sciences, University of Barcelona (UB), 08028 Barcelona, Spain; Unit of Nutrition and Cancer, Cancer Epidemiology Research Program, Catalan Institute of Oncology (ICO), Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBELL), Barcelona, Spain.
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- Danish Cancer Society Research Center, Strandboulevarden 49, DK 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark; Nutrition and Health Innovation Research Institute, School of Medical and Health Sciences, Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia
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- Biomarkers and Nutrimetabolomics Laboratory, Department of Nutrition, Food Sciences and Gastronomy, Food Innovation Network (XIA), Nutrition and Food Safety Research Institute (INSA), Faculty of Pharmacy and Food Sciences, University of Barcelona (UB), 08028 Barcelona, Spain; Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fragilidad y Envejecimiento Saludable (CIBERFES), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Madrid, 28029, Spain
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Danish Cancer Society Research Center, Strandboulevarden 49, DK 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Biology and Biological Engineering, Division of Food and Nutrition Science, Chalmers University of Technology, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Danish Cancer Society Research Center, Strandboulevarden 49, DK 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Biomarkers and Nutrimetabolomics Laboratory, Department of Nutrition, Food Sciences and Gastronomy, Food Innovation Network (XIA), Nutrition and Food Safety Research Institute (INSA), Faculty of Pharmacy and Food Sciences, University of Barcelona (UB), 08028 Barcelona, Spain; Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Fragilidad y Envejecimiento Saludable (CIBERFES), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Madrid, 28029, Spain
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Winter HG, Rolnik DL, Mol BWJ, Torkel S, Alesi S, Mousa A, Habibi N, Silva TR, Oi Cheung T, Thien Tay C, Quinteros A, Grieger JA, Moran LJ. Can Dietary Patterns Impact Fertility Outcomes? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Nutrients 2023; 15:nu15112589. [PMID: 37299551 DOI: 10.3390/nu15112589] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2023] [Revised: 05/23/2023] [Accepted: 05/27/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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There are conflicting results on the effect of diet on fertility. This study aimed to assess the effect of different dietary patterns on fertility outcomes in populations who conceive spontaneously and those requiring assisted reproductive technology (ART). A systematic search and meta-analysis were performed for studies investigating dietary patterns or whole diets in reproductive aged women requiring ART or conceived naturally. Outcomes were live births, pregnancy rates and infertility rates. In amount of 15,396 studies were screened with 11 eligible studies. Ten different diet patterns were grouped broadly into categories: Mediterranean, Healthy or Unhealthy. For the Mediterranean diet, on excluding high risk-of-bias studies (n = 3), higher adherence was associated with improved live birth/pregnancy rates in ART [OR 1.91 (95% CI 1.14-3.19, I2 43%)] (n = 2). Adherence to various Healthy diets was associated with improved ART outcomes (ProFertility diet and Dutch Dietary Guidelines) and natural conception outcomes (Fertility diet). However, due to the variability in Healthy diets' components, results were not pooled. Studies demonstrated preliminary evidence for the role of dietary patterns or whole diets in improving pregnancy and live birth rates. However, due to heterogeneity across the literature it is currently unclear which diet patterns are associated with improvements in fertility and ART outcomes.
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- Hugo G Winter
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC 3800, Australia
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC 3800, Australia
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC 3800, Australia
- Aberdeen Centre for Women's Health Research, Institute of Applied Health Sciences, School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen AB24 3FX, UK
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation (MCHRI), Monash University, Melbourne, VIC 3800, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation (MCHRI), Monash University, Melbourne, VIC 3800, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation (MCHRI), Monash University, Melbourne, VIC 3800, Australia
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- Adelaide Medical School, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
- Robinson Research Institute, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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- Postgraduate Program in Endocrinology and Metabolism, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre 90010-150, Brazil
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- Adelaide Medical School, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation (MCHRI), Monash University, Melbourne, VIC 3800, Australia
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- Adelaide Medical School, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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- Adelaide Medical School, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
- Robinson Research Institute, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation (MCHRI), Monash University, Melbourne, VIC 3800, Australia
- Robinson Research Institute, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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