scholarly journals Relationship between Mediterranean Diet Adherence and Saliva Composition

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 1246
Author(s):  
Teresa Louro ◽  
Carla Simões ◽  
Maria João Penetra ◽  
Laura Carreira ◽  
Paula Midori Castelo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Dietary Polyphenols ◽  
Diet Adherence ◽  
Mediterranean Diet Adherence ◽  
Whole Saliva ◽  
Polyphenol Intake ◽  
Saliva Composition

Dietary polyphenol exposure is known to change protein saliva composition in rodents, but less is known in humans. The present study aimed to assess the relationship between saliva protein composition and adherence to Mediterranean Diet (MD) and polyphenol intake levels. Participants were assessed for their dietary habits, which were converted in Mediterranean adherence level, according to Mediterranean Diet Adherence Score (MEDAS) score. Total polyphenol and total flavanol intakes were extrapolated from dietary data, using Phenol explorer database. Whole saliva was collected, and proteins were separated by SDS-PAGE. Salivary S-type cystatins were highly expressed in the group with medium adherence to MD, being positively correlated with wine intake in overweight individuals. The association between salivary amylase and MD adherence also depended on Body Mass Index (BMI), with a positive association only in normal weight individuals. Polyphenol intake was positively associated with S-type cystatins levels, particularly when flavanols were considered separately. These results show that saliva relationship with MD adherence depend on BMI, suggesting that normal weight and overweight individuals may have different salivary responses to diet. Moreover, these results reinforce the link between saliva and dietary polyphenols (flavanols) levels, leading to the hypothesis that salivary proteome can have a role in polyphenol-rich foods acceptance.

scholarly journals Mediterranean diet adherence in pregnant women: results of a survey in North East of Italy

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
L Grillone ◽  
L Castriotta ◽  
F Antinolfi ◽  
J Fasan ◽  
F Cortelazzo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Diet Adherence ◽  
North East ◽  
Healthy Habits ◽  
Validated Questionnaire ◽  
Mediterranean Diet Adherence

Abstract Background In literature, few studies evaluated Mediterranean diet (MD) adherence in pregnant women, so we decided to conduct a survey to analyze MD and healthy habits in pregnant women living in North East of Italy, in 2018. Methods In our monocentric observational study, we enrolled >18 years pregnant women (2nd-3rd trimester) to evaluate MD adherence through “PREDIMED” validated questionnaire. Based on previous studies on MD score, women were classified into High-MD adherence (score >8; range 0-14) and low-MD adherence group (score ≤ 8). Comparisons between groups were performed using a t-test, Wilcoxon-Mann-Whitney test, chi square test and regression models as appropriate. We also investigated BMI (body mass index) and healthy habits before and during pregnancy. Results We analyzed 113 questionnaires and MD score, ranging from 3 to 13, had a mean value of 8.04 (SD 1.95), with low MD adherence in 63% (71) of our sample. Women (mean age 32 years; min 22- max 43; SD 1.95) were mostly employed (95; 84%) and alcohol consumers before pregnancy 79 (70%), especially wine 53 (47%). 5 (4%) didn't quit smoking while pregnant. Comparing BMI data before and during pregnancy to international recommendations, we found inadequate weight gain for each BMI category (100% in underweight, 70.7% in normal weight, 35% in overweight, 50% in obese range). Age was associated with MD adherence (β 0.11; 95%CI 0.04-0.17). Employment was also positively associated with higher MD values (p 0.002). Wine assumption before pregnancy was statistically significant associated with high MD group (p 0.0334). Conclusions In our study we found MD adherence levels lower than expected and an inadequate weight gain during pregnancy. MD seems also to be age and employment-related. Wine consumption before pregnancy and its positive association with MD need to be further analyzed. Key messages Mediterranean Diet adherence among pregnant women studied is not high and weight gain is frequently inadequate. Age and employment status might influence MD adherence in pregnancy.

scholarly journals An Italian Survey on Dietary Habits and Changes during the COVID-19 Lockdown

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 1197
Author(s):  
Luana Izzo ◽  
Antonio Santonastaso ◽  
Gaetano Cotticelli ◽  
Alessandro Federico ◽  
Severina Pacifico ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
World Health ◽  
Italian Population ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Diet Adherence ◽  
Mediterranean Diet Adherence ◽  
The World ◽  
The Impact

The World Health Organization has declared the coronavirus outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern; the outbreak has led to lockdowns in several parts of the world, and sudden changes in people’s lifestyles. This study explores the impact of the first coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic period on dietary habits, lifestyle changes, and adherence to the Mediterranean diet among the Italian population, through an online questionnaire, conducted from April to May 2020, involving 1519 participants. The 14-point Mediterranean Diet Adherence Screener (MEDAS) highlighted a medium Mediterranean diet adherence in 73.5% of responders, which principally included the younger population, aged 18–30 years (p < 0.05). In regards to changes in eating habits, 33.5% of responders declared an influence of the pandemic period on nutritional practice. A decrease in alcohol consumption was reported by 81% of responders, while an increase in frozen food consumption was reported by 81.3% of responders. In addition, 58.8% reported positive weight modification (40.8%, +1–3 kg); physical activity reduction was reported for 70.5% of responders. Our study contributes toward amplifying the investigation on the dietary habits and changes of the Italian population during the COVID-19 lockdown, although the pandemic is ongoing. Similar studies should be performed around the world to understand how the emergency has impacted people’s habits.

scholarly journals Bacterial Taxa Associated with High Adherence to Mediterranean Diet in a Spanish Population

Proceedings ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 61 (1) ◽  
pp. 10
Author(s):  
Carles Rosés ◽  
Amanda Cuevas-Sierra ◽  
Salvador Quintana ◽  
José I. Riezu-Boj ◽  
J. Alfredo Martínez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gut Microbiota ◽  
Dietary Intake ◽  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Metabolic Diseases ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Statistical Tool ◽  
High Adherence ◽  
Health And Disease

The Mediterranean diet (MD) is recognised as one of the healthiest diets worldwide and is associated with the prevention of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, among others. Dietary habits are considered one of the strongest modulators of the gut microbiota, which seems to play a significant role in the health and disease of the host. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate interactive associations between gut microbiota composition and habitual dietary intake in 360 Spanish adults of the Obekit cohort (normal weight, overweight and obese subjects). Dietary intake and adherence to the MD tests together with faecal samples were collected from each subject. Faecal 16S rRNA sequencing was performed and checked against the dietary habits. MetagenomeSeq was the statistical tool applied to analyse at the species taxonomic level. Results from this study confirm that a strong adherence to the MD increases the population of some beneficial bacteria, improving microbiota status towards a healthier pattern. Bifidobacterium animalis is the species with the strongest association with the MD. One of the highlights is the positive association between several SCFA-producing bacteria and high adherence to the MD. In conclusion, this study shows that MD, fibre, legumes, vegetables, fruit and nuts intakes are associated with an increase in butyrate-producing taxa such as Roseburia faecis, Ruminococcus bromii and Oscillospira (Flavonifractor) plautii.

scholarly journals Study of Physical Fitness, Bone Quality, and Mediterranean Diet Adherence in Professional Female Beach Handball Players: Cross-Sectional Study

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (6) ◽  
pp. 1911
Author(s):  
Alejandro Martínez-Rodríguez ◽  
Javier Sánchez-Sánchez ◽  
María Martínez-Olcina ◽  
Manuel Vicente-Martínez ◽  
Laura Miralles-Amorós ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Broadband Ultrasound Attenuation ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Dominant Hand ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Diet Adherence ◽  
Mediterranean Diet Adherence ◽  
The Mediterranean

(1) Background: Beach handball is a relatively new type of sport, derived from team handball. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the physical fitness of elite players of this sport by studying some variables of sports performance, including strength, endurance and power, and dietary habits, and to assess bone ultrasonographic variables. (2) Methods: 33 beach handball players have participated in this research; 18 juniors (age: 16.7 ± 0.50) and 15 seniors (age: 24.8 ± 4.71). The athletes’ strength was evaluated using the Handgrip Test on the dominant hand, the height of jump was evaluated by a counter-jump on a contact platform, and velocity, agility, and resistance by the Yo-Yo test. The broadband ultrasound attenuation (BUA) and the sound of speed (SOS) through the calcaneus were also measured. The Mediterranean diet adherence (KIDMED) was the questionnaire used to evaluate eating habits. In the statistical analysis, descriptions and correlations were made between the study variables. (3) Results: Both in the case of the dynamometric hand strength test (p < 0.05) and in the lower extremity power test (p < 0.01), senior players presented significantly higher values compared to junior players (35.1 ± 3.84 vs. 31.8 ± 3.37 and 35.1 ± 6.89 vs. 28.5 ± 5.69 with the dynamometry and Abalakov tests, respectively). However, no differences were observed in the variables by playing position. Significant correlations between different variables have been established, highlighting negative correlations between BMI and weight with the Abalakov Jump Test and positive correlations between Yo-Yo and BUA, and, between BMI and BUA. (4) Conclusions: Older and trained players are in better physical fitness; high weight and BMI have a negative influence on power, agility, speed, and endurance. In general, adherence to the Mediterranean diet is moderate and it seems evident that there is a beneficial influence of beach handball on bone condition, as measured by ultrasound. However future research should be carried on, including dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry assessments and food intake registers for a whole week.

scholarly journals Mediterranean diet adherence among cosmetology students

2021 ◽  
pp. 301-307
Author(s):  
Małgorzata Jeziorek ◽  
Alicja Szypowska ◽  
Bożena Regulska-Ilow
Keyword(s):  
Olive Oil ◽  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Meat Products ◽  
Study Group ◽  
Food Groups ◽  
Diet Adherence ◽  
Mediterranean Diet Adherence ◽  
The Mediterranean ◽  
Study Participants

Background. The Mediterranean diet (MD) is universally recognized as the healthiest model of nutrition whose beneficial effects help prevent many diet-related diseases. Objective. The aim of the study was to assess cosmetology students’ adherence to the Mediterranean Diet using the Mediterranean Diet Score (MDS). Material and methods. The study group consisted of 175 cosmetology students of the School of Physiotherapy whose dietary habits were assessed using a validated food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) consisting of 154 food and drink items representative of the diet during the last year. We analyzed data obtained from FFQ and calculated the average number of daily and/or weekly servings from each of the 9 MDS food groups (grains, vegetables, fruits/nuts, milk/dairy products, meat/meat products, legumes, alcohol, olive oil, fish). To obtain more reliable results, we analyzed other products consumed by study participants (sweets, beverages, eggs and potatoes). Study participants were assigned 0, 1 or 2 points for each MDS ingredient. Mediterranean diet adherence was assessed on a 17-point scale. Low adherence to MD was defined at 0-7 points, moderate at 8-10 points, and high at 11-17 points. Results. The mean MDS was 7.1 ± 2.3. Students who were assigned 11-17 points (n = 20) consumed significantly more vegetables, fruits, nuts, legumes, fish, olive oil and significantly less meat, meat products, milk, dairy, and sweets compared to study participants who were assigned the lowest number of points (n = 78). We reported significant differences in the amounts of consumed vegetables and sweets between participants who received 8-10 points (n = 77) and those who received 11-17 points. The higher MDS was significantly associated with the higher intakes of vegetables and dietary fiber. Conclusions. The dietary patterns of study group of Polish cosmetology students did not adhere to the MD recommendations.

Influence of dietary habits and Mediterranean diet adherence on menopausal symptoms. The FLAMENCO project

Menopause ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 27 (9) ◽  
pp. 1015-1021
Author(s):  
Marta Flor-Alemany ◽  
Nuria Marín-Jiménez ◽  
Irene Coll-Risco ◽  
Pilar Aranda ◽  
Virginia Arianna Aparicio
Keyword(s):  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Menopausal Symptoms ◽  
Diet Adherence ◽  
Mediterranean Diet Adherence

scholarly journals Mediterranean Diet Adherence, Body Composition and Performance in Beach Handball Players: A Cross Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (6) ◽  
pp. 2837
Author(s):  
Alejandro Martínez-Rodríguez ◽  
María Martínez-Olcina ◽  
María Hernández-García ◽  
Jacobo Á. Rubio-Arias ◽  
Javier Sánchez-Sánchez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Composition ◽  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Lean Body Mass ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Individual Performance ◽  
Dominant Hand ◽  
Diet Adherence ◽  
Mediterranean Diet Adherence ◽  
And Performance

Background: Beach handball (BH) is a sport in which sporting performance is influenced, together with team interaction, by individual performance in terms of strength. Body composition is one of the main factors for sports performance and eating habits can condition this variable. The Mediterranean diet (MD) can significantly reduce the risk of mortality or cardiovascular disease. In addition, the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Environment carries out different campaigns to promote it among young athletes, establishing it as a suitable diet for sports. Objectives: The main aims of the study are to assess body composition, physical activity and adherence to the MD of beach handball players. It also aims to evaluate age group differences in male and female players, as well as studying the possible relationship between MD, body composition and performance variables. Methods: A total of 59 Spanish BH players were recruited in the national championship of BH in the province of Alicante. Thirty-eight male (14 junior; 17.0 ± 0.1 years and 24 seniors; 25.5 ± 4.7 years) and twenty-one female (7 junior; 16.1 ± 1.46 years and 14 seniors; 23.2 ± 2.0 years) BH players participated in this study. The questionnaire to evaluate eating habits was Mediterranean diet adherence (KIDMED). Body composition was measured with electrical bioimpedance. Strength was evaluated by means of a maximum isometric handgrip test of the dominant hand with handgrip and height of jump by counter-jump on contact platform. In the statistical analysis, descriptions and correlations between the study variables were made. Results: In females, when the adherence to the MD is lower, the weight is higher, the lean body mass is lower and worse results are observed in performance tests. As for males, there are differences in weight and lean body mass according to category. Conclusions: Adequate eating habits are related to the weight of beach handball athletes. In addition, specifically with junior players, it has been observed that adherence to the MD correlates with weight.

scholarly journals Influence of Mediterranean Diet Adherence and Physical Activity on Bone Health in Celiac Children on a Gluten-Free Diet

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (5) ◽  
pp. 1636
Author(s):  
Teresa Nestares ◽  
Rafael Martín-Masot ◽  
Carlos de Teresa ◽  
Rocío Bonillo ◽  
José Maldonado ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Bone Mineral ◽  
Lean Mass ◽  
Bone Health ◽  
Gluten Free ◽  
Z Score ◽  
Mineral Density ◽  
Diet Adherence ◽  
Mediterranean Diet Adherence

We aimed to assess the influence of the Mediterranean Diet adherence and physical activity (PA) on body composition, with a particular focus on bone health, in young patients with celiac disease (CD). The CD group (n = 59) included children with CD with a long (>18 months, n = 41) or recent (<18 months, n = 18) adherence to a gluten-free diet (GFD). The non-celiac group (n = 40) included non-celiac children. After adjusting for potential confounders, the CD group showed lower body weight (p = 0.034), lean mass (p = 0.003), bone mineral content (p = 0.006), and bone Z-score (p = 0.036) than non-celiac children, even when the model was further adjusted for adherence to a GFD for at least 18 months. Among CD children, spending greater time in vigorous physical activity was associated with higher lean mass (p = 0.020) and bone mineral density with evidence of statistical significance (p = 0.078) regardless of the time they followed a GFD. In addition, a greater Mediterranean Diet adherence was associated with a higher bone Z-score (p = 0.020). Moreover, lean mass was strongly associated with bone mineral density and independently explained 12% of its variability (p < 0.001). These findings suggest the importance of correctly monitoring lifestyle in children with CD regarding dietary habits and PA levels to improve lean mass and, consequently, bone quality in this population.

Adherence to Mediterranean Diet and its Effect on Obesity among Healthy Saudi Adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 57 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Maha M. Shatwan ◽  
Maryam H. Al-Zahrani
Keyword(s):  
Olive Oil ◽  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Physical Inactivity ◽  
Obesity Risk ◽  
Jeddah City ◽  
Diet Adherence ◽  
Mediterranean Diet Adherence ◽  
Global Burden Disease ◽  
Great Adherence ◽  
Lower Adherence

<p>Obesity is considered as a global burden disease and its prevalence is increased worldwide. Physical inactivity and excessive calorie consumption are associated with increased obesity risk. Therefore, strategies for losing weight involved increased physical activity and reduced calorie and macronutrient diet. Also, recent studies showed that higher adherence to Mediterranean diet is associated with lower risk of obesity. This study investigated association between adherence to Mediterranean diet and obesity among healthy Saudi adults. The sample size of 127 participants (50 men and 77 women) from Jeddah city with mean age 38.2 ± 13.3 years and Body Mass Index (BMI) 26.5 ± 5.2. Adherence to Mediterranean Diet (Med-diet) was measured using a validated 14-item questionnaire of Mediterranean diet adherence. Independent t-test was used to examine significant differences between groups. Results showed that lower adherence to Med-diet among the participants was with mean 5.7 ± 1.9. The analysis of 14-item Med-diet questionnaire showed that around 45% of participants used olive oil in cooking and only 35% of participants consumed more than 4 tablespoons of olive oil daily. The consumption from vegetable, fruit and fish was below recommendation from Med-diet, however, the consumption of red meat was high. Individuals with great adherence to Med-diet had lower BMI, however, values were not statistically significant compared to lower adherence to Med-diet. In conclusion, study showed lower adherence to Med-diet among Saudis and adherence to Med-diet was not associated with reduced risk of obesity.</p>

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