scholarly journals A workplace feasibility study of the effect of a minimal fruit intervention on fruit intake

2010 ◽  
Vol 14 (8) ◽  
pp. 1382-1387 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sevil Alinia ◽  
Anne D Lassen ◽  
Kirstine S Krogholm ◽  
Tue Christensen ◽  
Ole H Hels ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Total Energy ◽  
Daily Intake ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Fruit Intake ◽  
Added Sugar ◽  
Fruit Availability ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Energy And Nutrient Intake

AbstractObjectiveThe main purpose of the study was to investigate the feasibility of using workplaces to increase the fruit consumption of participants by increasing fruit availability and accessibility by a minimal fruit programme. Furthermore, it was investigated whether a potential increase in fruit intake would affect vegetable, total energy and nutrient intake.DesignA 5-month, controlled, workplace study where workplaces were divided into an intervention group (IG) and a control group (CG). At least one piece of free fruit was available per person per day in the IG. Total fruit and dietary intake was assessed, using two 24 h dietary recalls at baseline and at endpoint.SettingEight Danish workplaces were enrolled in the study. Five workplaces were in the IG and three were in the CG.SubjectsOne hundred and twenty-four (IG, n 68; CG, n 56) healthy, mainly normal-weight participants were recruited.ResultsMean daily fruit intake increased significantly from baseline to endpoint only in the IG by 112(se 35) g. In the IG, mean daily intake of added sugar decreased significantly by 10·7(se 4·4) g, whereas mean daily intake of dietary fibre increased significantly by 3·0(se 1·1) g. Vegetable, total energy and macronutrient intake remained unchanged through the intervention period for both groups.ConclusionsThe present study showed that it is feasible to increase the average fruit intake at workplaces by simply increasing fruit availability and accessibility. Increased fruit intake possibly substituted intake of foods containing added sugar. In this study population the increased fruit intake did not affect total energy intake.

scholarly journals Effects of the Healthy Start randomized intervention on dietary intake among obesity-prone normal-weight children

2017 ◽  
Vol 20 (16) ◽  
pp. 2988-2997 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeanett F Rohde ◽  
Sofus C Larsen ◽  
Lars Ängquist ◽  
Nanna J Olsen ◽  
Maria Stougaard ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dietary Intake ◽  
Energy Intake ◽  
School Children ◽  
Diet Quality ◽  
Lower Energy ◽  
Quality Index ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Added Sugar

AbstractObjectiveThe study aimed to evaluate the impact of a 15-month intervention on dietary intake conducted among obesity-prone normal-weight pre-school children.DesignInformation on dietary intake was obtained using a 4 d diet record. A diet quality index was adapted to assess how well children’s diet complied with the Danish national guidelines. Linear regression per protocol and intention-to-treat analyses of differences in intakes of energy, macronutrients, fruit, vegetables, fish, sugar-sweetened beverages and diet quality index between the two groups were conducted.SettingThe Healthy Start study was conducted during 2009–2011, focusing on changing diet, physical activity, sleep and stress management to prevent excessive weight gain among Danish children.SubjectsFrom a population of 635 Danish pre-school children, who had a high birth weight (≥4000 g), high maternal pre-pregnancy BMI (≥28·0 kg/m2) or low maternal educational level (<10 years of schooling), 285 children completed the intervention and had complete information on dietary intake.ResultsChildren in the intervention group had a lower energy intake after the 15-month intervention (group means: 5·29 v. 5·59 MJ, P=0·02) compared with the control group. We observed lower intakes of carbohydrates and added sugar in the intervention group compared with the control group after the intervention (P=0·002, P=0·01).ConclusionsThe intervention resulted in a lower energy intake, particularly from carbohydrates and added sugar after 15 months of intervention, suggesting that dietary intake can be changed in a healthier direction in children predisposed to obesity.

scholarly journals Effects of a Meal Replacement on Body Composition and Metabolic Parameters among Subjects with Overweight or Obesity

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiaohui Guo ◽  
Yifan Xu ◽  
Hairong He ◽  
Hao Cai ◽  
Jianfen Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Body Composition ◽  
Total Energy ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Metabolic Parameters ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Meal Replacement ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Impact

Meal replacement plans are effective tools for weight loss and improvement of various clinical characteristics but not sustainable due to the severe energy restriction. The aim of the study was to evaluate the impact of meal replacement, specifically 388 kcal in total energy, on body composition and metabolic parameters in individuals with overweight and obesity from a Chinese population. A parallel, randomized controlled trial was performed with 174 participants (ChiCTR-OOC-17012000). The intervention group (N=86) was provided with a dinner meal replacement, and the control group (N=88) continued their routine diet as before. Body composition and blood parameters were assessed at 0, 4, 8, and 12 weeks. A post hoc analysis (least significant difference (LSD) test), repeated measurements, and pairedT-test were used to compare each variable within and between groups. Significant (p<0.001) improvements in body composition components were observed among the intervention group, including body weight (−4.3 ± 3.3%), body mass index (−4.3 ± 3.3%), waist circumference (−4.3 ± 4.4%), fat-free mass (−1.8 ± 2.9%), and body fat mass (−5.3 ± 8.8%). Body composition improvements corresponded with significant metabolic improvements of blood glucose (−4.7 ± 9.8%). Further improvements in visceral fat area (−7.7 ± 10.1%), accompanying with improvements in systolic (−3.7 ± 6.9%) and diastolic (−5.3 ± 7.7%) blood pressure, were only found in male subjects. To conclude, meal replacement intake with 388 kcal in total energy at dinner time for 12 weeks contributed to improvement in body composition and clinically significant metabolic parameters in both male and female participants with overweight/obesity. Additionally, glucose and blood pressure reduction were gender-specific highlighting the importance of gender stratification for design of nutritional intervention studies for improvement of health.

scholarly journals 4016 Combined Eating Disorder and Weight-Loss Online Guided-Self Help Intervention: Updated Results from an Ongoing Pilot Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (s1) ◽  
pp. 54-54
Author(s):  
Grace Elise Monterubio ◽  
Ellen E. Fitzsimmons-Craft ◽  
Denise E. Wilfley
Keyword(s):  
Eating Disorder ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Mixed Model ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Baseline Survey ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Student Health Services ◽  
Eating Disorder Examination ◽  
Self Help ◽  
Study Population

OBJECTIVES/GOALS: Aims 1&2: Develop (1) and implement (2) online, guided self-help intervention for ED psychopathology and weight reduction. Aim 3: Follow-up to track remission of ED psychopathology and symptoms and WL maintenance at end of treatment and 6-months. METHODS/STUDY POPULATION: N = 60 college students meeting criteria (clinical/sub-clinical binge-type ED with BMI > 25) will complete a baseline survey and then will be randomized into a condition. Students in the intervention group (n = 30) will be offered 8 weeks of an online, guided self-help intervention for ED and WL. Students in the control group (n = 30) will receive an email message to seek support from Student Health Services. All participants will receive follow-ups 9 weeks and 6 months after baseline. Data analysis will compare Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire (EDE-Q) scores and WL (change in BMI) at all three time-points. Group comparisons will be assessed via two-way mixed-model ANOVA. RESULTS/ANTICIPATED RESULTS: Recruitment is still ongoing. Data collected by the time of the conference will be presented on the poster. DISCUSSION/SIGNIFICANCE OF IMPACT: Online, guided self-help interventions have been used for WL, as well as for treatment of EDs separately, but no program exists to manage these commonly comorbid conditions concurrently. Thus, this pilot study will examine the effectiveness of combined programs to breach this treatment gap.

scholarly journals Low-sodium diet in pregnancy: effects on blood pressure and maternal nutritional status

1997 ◽  
Vol 77 (5) ◽  
pp. 703-720 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gerrieke D Van Der Maten ◽  
Joop M. A Van Raaij ◽  
Leontien Visman ◽  
Lidwien J. M Van Der Heijden ◽  
Herman P Oosterbaan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Mass Gain ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Maternal Nutritional Status ◽  
Low Sodium Diet ◽  
Low Sodium ◽  
Nulliparous Women ◽  
Energy And Nutrient Intake ◽  
In Pregnancy

In ninety-four Dutch nulliparous women the effects of a low-Na diet in pregnancy on blood pressure, energy and nutrient intake, Ca metabolism, Zn and Mg status and body composition were studied longitudinally. The women were randomly divided into an intervention group (n41), which used a low-Na diet (mean urinary Na excretion 61 mmol/24 h) from week 14 of pregnancy until delivery and a control group (n53; mean urinary Na excretion 142 mmol/24 h). No effect of the diet on blood pressure was observed. The use of a low-Na diet resulted in significantly reduced intakes of energy, protein, carbohydrates, fat, Ca, Zn, Mg, Fe and cholesterol. However, the women on the low-Na diet appeared to be able to adapt quite well to the reduced intake since Ca, Zn and Mg homeostasis was maintained. In the case of Ca and Mg this was probably due to the observed reduced urinary excretions of these nutrients. Non-significant reductions in weight gain (1·5 kg) and fat-mass gain (0·9 kg) over pregnancy were found in the women on the low-Na diet. No significant effects of the diet on birth weight or placental weight were observed.

scholarly journals Multi-Level, Multi-Component Intervention Improves Dietary Intake in Native American Adults

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 989-989
Author(s):  
Leslie Redmond ◽  
Michelle Estrade ◽  
Caroline Wensel ◽  
Brittany Jock ◽  
Tara Maudrie ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Native American ◽  
Dietary Intake ◽  
Daily Intake ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Dietary Guidelines ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Food Groups ◽  
Total N ◽  
Multi Level ◽  
Group 1

Abstract Objectives To assess impact of a multi-level, multi-component (MLMC) intervention on dietary intake in Native American adults. Methods A MLMC obesity intervention ([blinded for review]) was implemented among Native American adults in six rural tribal communities in the US Southwest and Midwest. [Blinded for review] included institutional level components, demonstrations, and distribution of educational media/materials in food stores, worksites, and schools. Communities were randomized to intervention (Group 1; n = 3) or control (Group 2; n = 3). Data collection surveys included a semi-quantitative Block food frequency questionnaire and an Adult Impact Questionnaire for demographics and anthropometrics. This analysis assessed change in daily energy and macronutrient intake from baseline to follow-up, daily intake of types of dietary fat, and daily servings of food groups as defined by the 2015–2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans using multilevel mixed-effects linear regression with clustering at the community level. All models were adjusted for age, gender, education, Material Style of Life score (proxy for socio-economic status), smoking, and baseline dependent variable of interest. Results 492 participants completed both baseline and post-intervention surveys: 31 were excluded due to reports of daily caloric intake outside of established cut-offs (&lt;500 kcal or &gt;7000 kcal per day), and 15 were excluded due to incomplete data, for a total n = 446 for this analysis. The between group effect was significant for change in energy intake (−188.21 kcal; P = 0.050), total grams of carbohydrate (−22.48 g; P = 0.047), total grams of fat (−8.82 g; P = 0.044), and total grams of saturated fat (−3.19 g; P = 0.031), with greater decreases observed in Group 1. Change in total grams of sugar trended towards significance (−12.06 g; P = 0.057); similarly, greater decreases were observed in Group 1. Change in daily servings of fats and sweets was also significantly different between groups (−0.39 servings; P = 0.036), with greater decreases observed in Group 1. Conclusions MLMC interventions can significantly impact dietary intake among rural Native American adults. This is especially important given the high risk of obesity and other diet-related chronic diseases among Native American adults. Funding Sources National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute

scholarly journals Changes in dietary intake following a culturally adapted lifestyle intervention among Iraqi immigrants to Sweden at high risk of type 2 diabetes: a randomised trial

2017 ◽  
Vol 20 (15) ◽  
pp. 2827-2838 ◽  
Author(s):  
Faiza Siddiqui ◽  
Vicky Winther ◽  
Azra Kurbasic ◽  
Emily Sonestedt ◽  
Katarina Balcker Lundgren ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dietary Intake ◽  
Total Energy ◽  
Lifestyle Intervention ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Randomised Trial ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Fat Intake ◽  
Culturally Adapted ◽  
Increased Risk

AbstractObjectiveTo investigate the effectiveness of a culturally adapted lifestyle intervention for changing dietary intake, particularly energy, fat and fibre intakes, in the intervention group (IG) compared with the control group (CG).DesignRandomised controlled trial.SettingIG (n 50) and CG (n 46). The IG was offered seven group sessions, including one cooking class, over a period of 4 months. The participants filled out 4 d food diaries at the start, mid and end of the study.SubjectsIraqi-born residents of Malmö, Sweden, at increased risk for developing diabetes.ResultsAt baseline, participants’ fat intake was high (40 % of total energy intake (E%)). The predefined study goals of obtaining <30 E% from fat and ≥15 g fibre/4184 kJ (1000 kcal) were met by very few individuals. In the IG v. the CG, the proportion of individuals obtaining <40 E% from fat (48·4 v. 34·6 %, P=0·65), <10 E% from saturated fat (32·3 v. 11·5 %, P=0·14) and ≥10 g fibre/4184 kJ (45·2 v. 26·9 %, P=0·46) appeared to be higher at the last visit, although the differences were statistically non-significant. A trend towards decreased mean daily intakes of total energy (P=0·03), carbohydrate (P=0·06), sucrose (P=0·02) and fat (P=0·02) was observed within the IG. Differences in changes over time between the groups did not reach statistical significance.ConclusionsAlthough no significant differences were observed in the two groups, our data indicate that this culturally adapted programme has the potential to modify dietary intake in Middle Eastern immigrants. The high fat intake in this group should be addressed.

scholarly journals SECONDARY PREVENTION TERHADAP MOTIVASI KLIEN HIPERTENSI DALAM PENGONTROLAN TEKANAN DARAH

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 42
Author(s):  
Yenni Yenni ◽  
Reni Reni
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Secondary Prevention ◽  
Statistical Tests ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
Control Group ◽  
P Value ◽  
Control Group Design ◽  
Average Value ◽  
Study Population

<p><em>The aims of this study to determine the effect of secondary prevention on the motivation of hypertension clients in controlling blood pressure. Conducted from February to March 2018 in the Neurology Room and Internation of RSUD Prof. Dr. MA. Hanafiah Batusangkar BC Tanah. This type of research was an experiment with a Quasi Experiment Design Nonequivalent Control Group design. The study population was moderate hypertension patients aged 18-59 years, taken by purposive sampling as many as 10 intervention groups and 10 control groups. Bivariate analysis using the Mann-Whitney test. Statistical tests show there is a secondary prevention effect on the motivation of hypertensive clients in controlling blood pressure. p value = 0.012 (p value &lt;0.05). The average value of the motivation of the intervention group was 69.0, SD 8.313,  Mean Rank 13.8 and the control group 58.70, SD 3.683,  Mean Rank 7.20. It can be concluded that there is an effect of the secondary prevention implementation on the motivation of hypertensive clients in controlling blood pressure. It is expected that nurses in hospitals and health centers to be able to use secondary prevention as one strategy in increasing the motivation of clients to control blood pressure.</em></p><p><strong><em>Keywords: motivation, secondary prevention, blood pressure</em></strong></p>

scholarly journals Can prescription of sip-feed supplements increase energy intake in hospitalised older people with medical problems?

2003 ◽  
Vol 90 (2) ◽  
pp. 425-429 ◽  
Author(s):  
Margaret Roberts ◽  
Jan Potter ◽  
John McColl ◽  
John Reilly
Keyword(s):  
Total Energy ◽  
Energy Intake ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Geriatric Medicine ◽  
Minimum Energy ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Total Energy Intake ◽  
Energy Requirements ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Feed Supplements

A blinded randomised controlled trial of prescribed oral sip-feed supplements compared with routine hospital practice was undertaken in acute admissions to a geriatric medicine department. Patients were eligible for inclusion if they were admitted from home, were not obese (BMI>75th percentile), had no swallowing difficulties and were not deemed to be in the terminal stage of illness. On admission they were stratified by nutritional status (BMI<5th, >5th to <25th, >25th to <75th percentile) and randomised. The intervention group received 120 ml oral sip-feed supplement prescribed three times per d in the medicine prescription chart (22·5 g protein, 2260 kJ (540 kcal) energy/d) distributed at medication rounds for the duration of hospital stay. The control group received routine hospital care. Outcomes were patient compliance with supplement, total energy intake and nursing staff views of the method. Patients were randomised to receive supplements (n 186 of total n 381). Half had full compliance and three-quarters at least moderate compliance. Total energy intake was significantly increased, on average, in the intervention group (P=0·001). The proportion of patients meeting estimated minimum energy requirements was significantly increased (P=0·023), but was still <50 % for the sample of patients in the intervention group. The present study suggests this method is acceptable to patients and staff and improves total energy intake. However, the amount prescribed did not ensure minimum energy requirements were met in all cases.

Evaluation of MMP-10 and TIMP-1 levels associated with Resveratrol supplementation

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
AM Silva ◽  
C Ferreira ◽  
I Silva ◽  
M Clemente ◽  
JP Figueiredo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Extracellular Matrix ◽  
Biochemical Markers ◽  
Red Wine ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Tissue Inhibitors Of Metalloproteinases ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Slot Blot ◽  
Therapeutic Benefits ◽  
Study Population

Abstract Introduction Resveratrol (RSV) is a natural phytoalexin present in abundance in grapes, berries, peanuts and red wine. The main benefits of resveratrol ingestion are due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This compound also induces therapeutic benefits in the remodelling of extracellular matrix (ECM), which plays an important role in the regulation of the activity of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and its tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases (TIMPs). The MMPs are a family of zinc dependent endopeptidases, with an important role in the physiological and pathological remodelling of ECM, once the activity of MMPs can be regulated by TIMPs. This regulation is essential, since if there is an imbalance between the MMPs and TIMPs there’s destruction of the ECM, leading to the development of several pathologies. Objectives Evaluate RSV potential by determining serum and salivary levels of MMP-10 and TIMP-1. Methodology The study population included 27 undergraduates between the ages of 18 and 30, divided into a control group (placebo) and an intervention group, supplemented with 100 mg RSV/day, during 30 days. MMP-10 and TIMP-1 levels were determined by slot blot. The results were analysed using a GraphPad Prism version 5 software for Windows (GraphPad Software, San Diego, California, USA). Results It was verified the existence of a linear correlation between the serum and salivary levels of TIMP-1, as well as a tendency of increase of this biomarker after RSV supplementation. In all indicators studied, supplementation with this compound wasn’t harmful. Conclusion The rising trend verified at TIMP-1 in both fluids may reflect benefits in the individuals under study, demonstrating that saliva has potential as a study biofluid for this type of biochemical markers. It was also verified that supplementation with this compound did not damage the evaluated parameters and, therefore, the RSV potential shouldn’t be rejected.

scholarly journals The effects of a middle-school healthy eating intervention on adolescents' fat and fruit intake and soft drinks consumption

2007 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 443-449 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leen Haerens ◽  
Ilse De Bourdeaudhuij ◽  
Lea Maes ◽  
Carine Vereecken ◽  
Johannes Brug ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Middle School ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Parental Support ◽  
Environmental Changes ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Soft Drinks ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Fruit Intake ◽  
Fat Intake

AbstractObjectivesTo evaluate the effects of a middle-school healthy eating promotion intervention combining environmental changes and computer-tailored feedback, with and without an explicit parent involvement component.DesignClustered randomised controlled trial.SettingFifteen West-Flemish (Belgian) middle schools.SubjectsA random sample of 15 schools with 2991 pupils in 7th and 8th grades was randomly assigned to an intervention group with parental support (n = 5), an intervention group without parental support (n = 5) and a control group (n = 5). In these 15 schools an intervention combining environmental changes with computer-tailored feedback was implemented. Fat and fruit intake, water and soft drinks consumption were measured with food-frequency questionnaires in the total sample of children.ResultsIn girls, fat intake and percentage of energy from fat decreased significantly more in the intervention group with parental support, compared with the intervention alone group (all F>3.9, P < 0.05) and the control group (all F>16.7, P < 0.001). In boys, there were no significant decreases in fat intake (F = 1.4, not significant (NS)) or percentage of energy from fat (F = 0.7, NS) as a result of the intervention. No intervention effects were found in boys or in girls for fruit (F = 0.5, NS), soft drinks (F = 2.6, NS) and water consumption (F = 0.3, NS).ConclusionsCombining physical and social environmental changes with computer-tailored feedback in girls and their parents can induce lower fat intake in middle-school girls. However, to have an impact on the consumption of soft drinks and water, governmental laws that restrict the at-school availability of low-nutritive products may be necessary.

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