A Cross-Sectional Study on the Combined Effect of Body Weight and Coffee Consumption on Serum Levels of Leptin, Vitamin B12, and Folic Acid in Healthy Young Adult Males

BACKGROUND Vitiligo is a hypopigmentary disease of the skin which is associated with impaired quality of life and depression. In our present study, we evaluated the serum levels of homocysteine, vitamin B12, and folic acid in patients with vitiligo and controls in a tertiary care centre and also their association with the extent and activity of vitiligo. METHODS An analytical cross-sectional study was conducted on 40 patients with vitiligo and 40 controls visiting a tertiary care centre for a period of one year. Detailed history regarding demographic data, history of disease, family history, duration of the disease etc. was recorded. Vitiligo Disease Activity Score (VIDA SCORE) and vitiligo area scoring index (VASI) of each body region was calculated. After explaining the procedure, fasting (5 ml) blood sample was drawn and the levels of homocysteine, vitamin B12, and folic acid were measured. Data was analysed using SPSS software and P value less than 0.05 was considered statistically significant. RESULTS There was statistical significance between vitiligo patients and controls of serum vitamin B12, homocysteine and folic acid (P < 0.05) and there was significant association for males in cases and controls (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Vitiligo is associated with elevated levels of serum homocysteine and decreased levels of vitamin B12 and folic acid. KEY WORDS Vitiligo, Homocysteine, Vitamin B12, Folic Acid, Depigmentation

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Determining the Effect of Gutkha on Serum Levels of Vitamin B12 and Folic Acid as Compared to Smoking among Chronic Periodontitis Subjects : A Cross-Sectional Study

JOURNAL FOR CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC RESEARCH ◽

10.7860/jcdr/2014/10575.5356 ◽

2014 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

SHIVARAJ WARAD

Keyword(s):

Folic Acid ◽

Vitamin B12 ◽

Chronic Periodontitis ◽

Serum Levels ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional

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158 Psoriasis and sexual dysfunction in young adult males: A cross-sectional study in a large U.S. population

Journal of Investigative Dermatology ◽

10.1016/j.jid.2017.02.173 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 137 (5) ◽

pp. S27

Author(s):

K.A. Orrell ◽

B. Nardone ◽

L. Serrano ◽

E.B. Lund ◽

S. Grushchak ◽

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Keyword(s):

Young Adult ◽

Sexual Dysfunction ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Adult Males ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Young Adult Males

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Evaluation of the Blood Level of Adiponectin in Pregnant Adolescents

Revista Brasileira de Ginecologia e Obstetrícia / RBGO Gynecology and Obstetrics ◽

10.1055/s-0041-1730288 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 43 (06) ◽

pp. 429-435

Author(s):

Elaine Cristina Rocha Pádua ◽

Silvia Daher ◽

Isa de Pádua Cintra Sampaio ◽

Edward Araujo Júnior ◽

Cristina Falbo Guazzelli

Keyword(s):

Serum Levels ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Serum Adiponectin ◽

Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Pregnant Adolescents ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Adolescent Group ◽

Gestational Weight ◽

Intergroup Comparison

Abstract Objective To evaluate serum levels of adiponectin in pregnant adolescents between 30 and 36 weeks of gestation. Method: A prospective cross-sectional study enrolled 67 normal pregnant women between 30 and 36 weeks of gestation and eutrophic (body mass index [BMI]: 18.5–25 kg/m2), of which 36 were adolescents (< 20 years old) and 31 adults (≥ 20 years old). Serum adiponectin levels were determined by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). The t-student or Mann-Whitney tests were used for intergroup comparison. Results Pregnant adolescents showed significantly higher serum adiponectin concentrations compared with pregnant adults (p = 0.04). No differences were observed in adiponectin levels in younger pregnant adolescents (< 16 years old) compared with older pregnant adolescents (≥ 16 years old). Adiponectin values were divided into 3 subgroups: < 3,000 ng/mL, between 3,000 and 5,000 ng/mL, and > 5,000 ng/mL. Birthweight was significantly higher in women > 5,000 ng/mL when compared with < 3,000 ng/mL in the adolescent group. No association between pregestational adiponectin levels and BMI, gestational weight gain, and gestational age was observed; however, there was a positive relation with birthweight (p = 0.0239). Conclusion Serum adiponectin values in pregnant adolescents between 30 and 36 weeks of gestation were higher compared with pregnant adults; however, no differences between younger and older pregnant adolescents were observed.

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The Relationship between Restrained Eating, Body Image, and Dietary Intake among University Students in China: A Cross-Sectional Study

Nutrients ◽

10.3390/nu13030990 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (3) ◽

pp. 990

Author(s):

Cuiting Yong ◽

Hanmei Liu ◽

Qiping Yang ◽

Jing Luo ◽

Yufeng Ouyang ◽

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Keyword(s):

College Students ◽

Body Image ◽

Body Weight ◽

Dietary Intake ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Restrained Eating ◽

Hunan Province ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Chinese College Students

This study aims to explore the association between restrained eating, body image, and dietary intake among Chinese college students. This cross-sectional study included 1301 college students at two universities in Hunan Province. Electronic questionnaires were used to collect information including students’ demographic characteristics, restrained eating, perception of body weight, body satisfaction, and dietary intake. Anthropometric measurements were collected to calculate body mass index (BMI). The prevalence of high restrained eating was 52.8%. Students who were dissatisfied with their bodies or overestimated their body weight showed a higher tendency toward high restrained eating (p < 0.05). Students with high restrained eating tended to eat fruits and eggs more frequently, while the frequency of eating domestic animals and poultry, sugar-sweetened beverages, and fast food were the opposite. Moreover, high restrained eating was a risk factor for low dietary diversity (odds ratio (OR) = 1.384, 95% confidence interval: 1.002~1.912). The high incidence of restrained eating among Chinese college students and its energy-restricted diets that may lead to possible health implications require attention. Further studies are needed to investigate the characteristics of college students’ restrained eating to tailor appropriate interventions for forming positive body images and promoting healthy eating behaviors, thus, improving dietary quality.

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