scholarly journals Effect of cassava on proximate composition, insulin index, glycemic profile, load, and index in healthy individuals: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Blessing Myke-Mbata ◽  
Simeon Adelani Adebisi ◽  
Terry Terfa Gbaa ◽  
Basil Bruno
Keyword(s):  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Insulin Response ◽  
Glycaemic Index ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Proximate Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Glycaemic Load ◽  
Starchy Food ◽  
Processed Products ◽  
The Impact

Background: The major challenge in Africa is the growing prevalence of metabolic syndrome which has been attributed to changing lifestyles in developing countries. The impact of the commonly available staple starchy food; eaten in this environment may also be a factor contributing to growing concerns of metabolic syndrome. Hence, the need to assess the affordable staple starchy foods. Cassava is the most consumed staple starchy food in our environment; therefore, our study evaluated its impact on glycaemic and insulin response in consumers.Aim: To determine Insulin Index (II), glycaemic profile (GP), glycaemic load (GL) and Glycaemic Index (GI), incremental glucose peak value (IGPV), and glycaemic profile index (GPI) of cassava food meals.Methods: Participants ingested three cassava processed products (cassava dough [fufu], chips [Abacha], and flakes [garri] (the equivalent of 50g glucose) and 50 g of reference meal (glucose solution). Fasting and post-prandial samples were taken for blood glucose and insulin however sample for glucose was taken at intervals of 30 mins to a maximum of 180mins and   120 mins for insulin, respectively.Result: The GI for cassava dough, flakes and chips were 93.26; 95.92 and 91.94, respectively. Their glycaemic load was 46.62; 47.96 and 45.97, respectively. The glycaemic profile index was 37.34; 41.41 and 46.19, respectively. In addition, the insulin index was 55.83; 69.36 and 97.02. The proximate analysis showed protein, moisture, fibre, fat, ash, and carbohydrate content as follows the cassava (%) (crude form) 1.075%; 72.00%; 0.80%; 0.58%; 0.35%; 25.07%, Chips 1.44%; 59.13%; 0.73%; 1.71%; 36.83%, flakes 1.82%; 67.36%; 0.15%; 0.91%; 0.25%; 39.64% and dough 1.56%; 67.51%; 0.21%; 0.52%; 0.20%; 30.22% respectively.Conclusion: II, GP, GL, and GI of cassava dough (fufu), cassava flakes(garri)and cassava chips (Abacha) were found to be high. Unregulated dietary intake in adults may lead to metabolic diseases.Keywords: Glycaemic index, Glycaemic load, Glycaemic profile, Cassava, Makurdi

scholarly journals Sex Differences in the Influence of Sleep on Body Mass Index and Risk of Metabolic Syndrome in Middle-Aged Adults

Healthcare ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 561
Author(s):  
Hyun-E Yeom ◽  
Jungmin Lee
Keyword(s):  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Poor Sleep ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Aged People ◽  
Middle Aged Adults ◽  
The Impact

Poor sleep and obesity are intimately related to cardiovascular diseases. We aimed to examine whether the influence of sleep and body mass index (BMI) on the risk of metabolic syndrome (MetS) differed by sex in middle-aged people. It is a cross-sectional study of 458 Korean participants who completed self-administered surveys; the data were analyzed using the PROCESS macro for SPSS. We found that both sleep and BMI were significant predictors of MetS risk in women, particularly by the role of BMI connecting the impact of sleep to MetS risk. However, the association was not found in men, showing that BMI, but not sleep, was a significant predictor of MetS. This sex-related difference was due to different relationships between sleep and BMI, indicating that BMI was more dependent on sleep quality for women than for men. Therefore, a sex-specific approach to decrease the risk of MetS is warranted.

scholarly journals A study of metabolic syndrome in patients of HIV on ART in India

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
V K Sashindran ◽  
Anchit Raj Singh
Keyword(s):  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Tertiary Care Hospital ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Noncommunicable Diseases ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Hiv Morbidity ◽  
The Impact

AbstractMetabolic syndrome is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. With improvement in therapy for HIV, morbidity related to metabolic syndrome becomes a focus of interest. Change in nutritional status and introduction of newer regimens of ART are changing the impact of metabolic syndrome on patients of HIV. Few studies in recent times from developing countries have addressed this question. This is a cross sectional study to study the prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome in patients of HIV on ART from clinics in a tertiary care hospital in India. Data from 1208 patients of HIV on ART was analyzed and metabolic syndrome was seen in 257(21.3%) patients.The high prevalence of metabolic syndrome in patients of HIV in India found in this study gives an insight on the morbidity of noncommunicable diseases in patients with HIV in India in recent times.

scholarly journals What is the impact of metabolic syndrome and its components on reflux esophagitis? A cross-sectional study

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yi-Hsuan Hsieh ◽  
Mei-Fong Wu ◽  
Pei-Yu Yang ◽  
Wei-Cheng Liao ◽  
Yao-Hsuan Hsieh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Reflux Esophagitis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Impact

Impact of Inflammation on Atrial Fibrillation in patients with Metabolic Syndrome

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ylber Jani ◽  
Kastriot Haxhirexha ◽  
Nehat Baftiu ◽  
Bekim Pocesta ◽  
Atila Rexhepi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Atrial Fibrillation ◽  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Systemic Inflammation ◽  
Left Atrial ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
C Reactive Protein ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Structural Remodeling ◽  
Reactive Protein ◽  
The Impact

Abstract BACKGROUND: Inflammation have been involved in the pathogenesis of both metabolic syndrome(MS) and atrial fibrillation(AF). The magnitude of elevations in plasma C-reactive protein(CRP) a marker of inflammation, is probably related to atrial structural remodeling and impaired atrial function.In patient with MS,limited data exist regarding impact of plasma levels of inflammatory markers,such as C-reactive protein on the: type of AF and atrial structural and functional remodeling. OBJECTIVE: We set to analyze the impact of degree of systemic inflammation (assessed acrording to CRP levels),on the type of AF,atrial functional and structural remodeling in patients with MS.METHODS: We conducted an multicenter observational cross-sectional study. Recruited were 425 consecutive participants,with MS and AF(paroxysmal, persistent and permanent AF),who attended outpatient visits at 7 general cardiology Health Care Clinics, during 1 calendar year,stratified according CRP-levels:(211 participans with level of CRP ≥3mg/l, and 214, with level of CRP <3mg/l). RESULTS: Permanent type of AF, was more common in participans with CRP-levels ≥3mg/l(54.6% vs.20.5%,p= 0.000),whereas parhoxysmal AF, was more common in participans with CRP-levels of <3 mg/l (9.9% vs.52.3%,p=0.000).Patients who had CRP levels above the cut-off of 3 mg/l,had increased dimension of left atrium{(LA),(4.2±0.3 vs. 3.7±0.2,p=0.000)},higher prevalence of enlargement of LA {defined as left atrial volum index(LAVI) ≥29ml/m2(84.1% vs.48.5%,p=0.002)} and inverse relationship of LA function(defined as left atrial emptying fraction(LAEF <45%, (30.8±3.4 vs.41.9±2.6, p=0.00). There was observed significant association of CRP levels above the cut-off of 3 mg/l and: frequence of persistent AF(OR=8.824,95% CI 1.689-46.100), permanent AF(OR=13.955, 95%CI 2.676 -72.780),increased LA dimension (OR=3.817,95% CI 0.989 -1.544), and decreased LA function.{(expressed by: LAVI >29ml/m2OR=4.014, 95% CI 2.620-6.152),LAEF <45%(OR=3.323,95%CI 2.062 -5.351) and LAVI>29 + LAEF-reduced (OR=3.354,95% CI 1.693 - 6.646)}.CONCLUSIONS: In patients with Metabolic Syndrome,degree of systemic inflammation have significant impact on clinical presentation of Atrial Fibrillation,atrial functional and structural remodeling .

scholarly journals A Cross-sectional study among Hospital Employees- Metabolic Syndrome and Shift Work

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 258
Author(s):  
Santhosh E Kumar ◽  
Antonisamy B ◽  
Henry Kirupakaran ◽  
Reginald G Alex
Keyword(s):  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Shift Work ◽  
Multivariable Analysis ◽  
Sample Size Calculation ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Shift Workers ◽  
Hospital Employees ◽  
The Impact

Introduction: Shift workers and metabolic syndrome are on the rise in developing nations. The link between Metabolic syndrome and shiftwork is not clear. This study aims to measure the prevalence of metabolic syndrome among shift workers and daytime workers and to assess the association between metabolic syndrome and shift work. Methods: Cross- sectional study was done in a South Indian hospital. Participants were selected via systematic random sampling between the age group of 25 -50 years. There were two study groups – day and shift workers. Sample size calculation was done with an alpha error of 0.05 and power of 80% to detect a 12.5% difference for metabolic syndrome prevalence between the two groups. Outcomes studied include the prevalence of metabolic syndrome and odds of developing metabolic syndrome among shift workers. The Chi-square test and independent t-test were the tests of significance used. The impact of relevant parameters on metabolic syndrome was assessed using univariate and multivariable analysis. Results: Eighty employees were studied in each group. At baseline, differences include; daytime workers were older in age, had a better quality of sleep, were less active physically, and consisted of more vegetarians. The prevalence of metabolic syndrome prevalence was thirty-three percent among the participants. The odds ratio (adjusted for relevant confounders) for shift workers to develop metabolic syndrome was 0.55 (95% CI 0.24 -1.29). Conclusion: Metabolic syndrome was diagnosed in a third of the hospital employees studied. There was no statistical difference between shift and daytime workers for the prevalence of metabolic syndrome. Increased awareness, screening, and preventive measures of the disease are recommended.Keywords: daytime, hospital, metabolic syndrome, shift work, sleep

scholarly journals A Japanese diet with low glycaemic index and glycaemic load is associated with both favourable and unfavourable aspects of dietary intake patterns in three generations of women

2016 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 649-659 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ryoko Inomaki ◽  
Kentaro Murakami ◽  
M Barbara E Livingstone ◽  
Hitomi Okubo ◽  
Satomi Kobayashi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dietary Intake ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Glycaemic Index ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Japanese Women ◽  
Food Groups ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
White Rice ◽  
Three Generations ◽  
Glycaemic Load

AbstractObjectiveWestern studies have suggested cultural differences in food and nutrient intake patterns associated with dietary glycaemic index (GI) and glycaemic load (GL). Here, we conducted a cross-sectional study to examine the GI and GL of Japanese diets in relation to food and nutrient intakes.DesignDietary intake was assessed using a validated, self-administered, diet history questionnaire.SettingA total of thirty-five of forty-seven prefectures in Japan.SubjectsYoung (age 18 years), middle-aged (mean age 48 years) and older (mean age 74 years) Japanese women (n 3961, 3800 and 2202, respectively).ResultsIrrespective of age, a positive association with dietary GI was seen for white rice only, which contributed most (37–42 %) to the variation in dietary GI. Conversely, all other food groups (such as fruit and vegetable juice, dairy products, noodles and fruit) were negative predictors of dietary GI. For dietary GL, 95–96 % of variation was explained by carbohydrate-rich food groups, all of which were positive predictors of GL. After adjustment for potential confounding factors, only carbohydrate intake was positively associated with dietary GI and GL, irrespective of age. Conversely, dietary GI and GL were inversely associated with intakes of all other nutrients examined (including SFA and Na).ConclusionsA low-GI and -GL diet, which was characterized principally by a low intake of white rice, was associated with both favourable (higher intakes of dietary fibre and key vitamins and minerals) and unfavourable (higher intakes of SFA and Na) aspects of dietary intake patterns in three generations of Japanese women.

scholarly journals Impact of metabolic syndrome on the viability of human spermatozoa: a cross-sectional descriptive study in men from infertile couples

2021 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Minh Tam Le ◽  
Hiep Tuyet Thi Nguyen ◽  
Hong Nhan Thi Dang ◽  
Thai Thanh Thi Nguyen ◽  
Trung Van Nguyen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Asian Population ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Semen Parameters ◽  
Sperm Production ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sperm Survival ◽  
Infertile Couples ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background A direct association between metabolic syndrome (MetS) and sperm production/function has been proposed. In this cross-sectional study, we aimed to determine the impact of MetS on sperm survival. Men from infertile couples treated at Hue University Hospital, Vietnam, were enrolled in this study, which spanned the October 2018 to October 2020 period. The general characteristics of the patients, including body mass index (BMI), waist-to-hip ratio (WHR), the levels of different biochemicals, and semen parameters were determined, and sperm survival tests (SSTs) were performed. The modified National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) Adult Treatment Panel (ATP) III for the Asian population was used for MetS diagnosis. Results Men with an abnormal waist circumference (≥ 90 cm) showed a higher rate of abnormal SST results (30.1% vs. 16.7%, p = 0.012). The frequency of abnormal SST results in patients with MetS (72.3%) was significantly higher than that in individuals without MetS (53.4%) (p = 0.02). Furthermore, the percentage of abnormal SST results in patients with MetS and with BMI ≥ 23 was significantly higher than those in individuals without MetS (77.1% vs. 55.2%, p = 0.03). Weak negative correlations were also observed between the patients’ age and the SST results. Conclusion Sperm viability was lower in men with MetS. We also observed that age and BMI were independent factors associated with abnormal SST.

The relationship between neurocognitive functioning and metabolic syndrome (MetS) parameters and the interaction effect of cognitive insight in non-psychiatric individuals

2017 ◽  
Vol 41 (S1) ◽  
pp. S180-S181
Author(s):  
S. Kilian ◽  
L. Asmal ◽  
S. Suliman ◽  
S. Seedat ◽  
R. Emsley
Keyword(s):  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Protective Factor ◽  
Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Mixed Ancestry ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Immediate Memory ◽  
Cognitive Insight ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

IntroductionMetabolic syndrome (MetS) parameters are: elevated waist circumference (WC), triglycerides (TG), fasting glucose (FBG) and blood pressure (BP) and reduced high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL). MetS parameters are associated with poor cognition and this association should be studied in the context of other factors. In particular, factors that are involved in maintaining poor lifestyle choices – MetS is largely a lifestyle illness. One factor important to consider is cognitive insight – an individual's ability to be flexible in how you think about yourself and others and to question your own thoughts.ObjectivesTo conduct an exploratory cross-sectional study investigating the influence of cognitive insight on the relationship between MetS parameters and cognition in non-psychiatric individuals.AimsTo explore the nature of the relationship between cognition and MetS parameters and test whether cognitive insight moderates the association.MethodsOur sample consisted of n = 156 participants with mixed-ancestry. Correlations between MetS parameters and cognition were tested. ANOVA was used to test interaction effects and logistic regression was done to test the predictive power of selected factors.ResultsBP correlated with attention, delayed memory, and RBANS total scale score. The BCIS self-certainty subscale moderated the relationship between BP and immediate memory and attention. Age and BCIS self-certainty were the only predictors of elevated BP.ConclusionsGood cognitive insight act as protective factor and reduce the impact of elevated BP on cognition. Cognitive insight may be a predictor of elevated BP.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

Multidisciplinary team decision is rare and decreasing in percutaneous vascular interventions despite positive impact on in-hospital outcomes

VASA ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 48 (3) ◽  
pp. 262-269 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christian-Alexander Behrendt ◽  
Tilo Kölbel ◽  
Thea Schwaneberg ◽  
Holger Diener ◽  
Ralf Hohnhold ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Multidisciplinary Team ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Invasive Treatment ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Hospital Outcomes ◽  
Vascular Intervention ◽  
Medical Specialties ◽  
Team Decision ◽  
The Impact

Abstract. Background: Worldwide prevalence of peripheral artery disease (PAD) is increasing and peripheral vascular intervention (PVI) has become the primary invasive treatment. There is evidence that multidisciplinary team decision-making (MTD) has an impact on in-hospital outcomes. This study aims to depict practice patterns and time changes regarding MTD of different medical specialties. Methods: This is a retrospective cross-sectional study design. 20,748 invasive, percutaneous PVI of PAD conducted in the metropolitan area of Hamburg (Germany) were consecutively collected between January 2004 and December 2014. Results: MTD prior to PVI was associated with lower odds of early unsuccessful termination of the procedures (Odds Ratio 0.662, p < 0.001). The proportion of MTD decreased over the study period (30.9 % until 2009 vs. 16.6 % from 2010, p < 0.001) while rates of critical limb-threatening ischemia (34.5 % vs. 42.1 %), patients´ age (70 vs. 72 years), PVI below-the-knee (BTK) (13.2 % vs. 22.4 %), and rates of severe TASC C/D lesions BTK (43.2 % vs. 54.2 %) increased (all p < 0.001). Utilization of MTD was different between medical specialties with lowest frequency in procedures performed by internists when compared to other medical specialties (7.1 % vs. 25.7 %, p < 0.001). Conclusions: MTD prior to PVI is associated with technical success of the procedure. Nonetheless, rates of MTD prior to PVI are decreasing during the study period. Future studies should address the impact of multidisciplinary vascular teams on long-term outcomes.

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