Natural Functional Foods as a Part of the Mediterranean Lifestyle and Their Association with Psychological Resilience and Other Health-Related Parameters

Applied Sciences, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 13(7), P. 4076 - 4076

Published: March 23, 2023

Natural Functional Foods (NFFs) are unprocessed foods with proven health benefits beyond their nutritional value. The Mediterranean Diet (MD) and Lifestyle (MEDILIFE) well known for beneficial effects on health. Psychological Resilience (PsyR) is not only an important factor in human well-being; it also regarded as a key indicator of mental purpose this study was to explore the relationship between NFFs MD MEDILIFE Greece, association PsyR other health-related parameters. In cross-sectional design, 338 healthy adults participated voluntarily online research survey. There statistically significant consumption grown produced region (p < 0.001). When associated scores were summed up form 10-item scale (NAFFAME), NAFFAME had positive correlation 0.001) sleep quality 0.05) negative body mass index difference means score different weight loss diet outcomes. Multinomial regression analysis identified prognostic maintaining after (OR: 1.119, 95% CI: 1.035, 1.208, p 0.01 compared no loss). This part MEDILIFE. linked could help predict outcome appear have effect PsyR, quality, weight. Thus, be natural, healthy, sustainable way enhancing physical–mental Randomised controlled trials should conducted confirm findings study.

Language: Английский

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The role of diet in managing menopausal symptoms: A narrative review

Nutrition Bulletin, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 48(1), P. 43 - 65

Published: Feb. 15, 2023

Abstract Menopause is a natural stage that occurs when women stop menstruating, during which many experience physical and psychological symptoms can affect their quality of life ability to work. Dietary modifications food supplements may be explored by some as alternatives hormone replacement therapy, although existing reviews expert position statements have given this limited consideration. This narrative review summarises the current evidence for dietary patterns, botanical supplements, in management common menopausal symptoms, including vasomotor (VMS; hot flushes; night sweats), changes bodyweight composition, (depression; anxiety; cognitive changes), sleep disturbances, joint pain, skin urogenital symptoms. Soy isoflavones reduce frequency and/or severity VMS, results are inconsistent, it unclear whether supplemental sources comparable effects. Adopting healthier pattern support healthy benefit VMS. However, suggesting patterns depression, anxiety, cognition remains largely observational. While botanicals, such black cohosh St John's Wort, been reported studies alleviate (such VMS depression), these not currently recommended due uncertainty about appropriate dose preparation, potential safety concerns. Evidence other too draw conclusions. further trials at different stages needed, adopting accordance with guidelines likely help women's health before, after transition.

Language: Английский

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Dietary Patterns and Circadian Syndrome among Adults Attending NHANES 2005–2016

Nutrients, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 15(15), P. 3396 - 3396

Published: July 31, 2023

The study aimed to assess the associations of dietary patterns and circadian syndrome (CircS). Data from National Health Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2005-2016 were analyzed (n = 10,486). Factor analysis was used construct based on two 24 h food recalls. CircS defined components metabolic syndrome, with addition short sleep depression symptoms. Multivariable logistic regression analyze associations. Two major identified. Western pattern had high loadings refined grains, solid fats, added sugars, red cured meats, while prudent characterized by a intake vegetables, whole oils, nuts, seeds. prevalence 41.3%. Comparing extreme quartiles intake, odds ratios (OR) for having 1.96 (95%CI 1.53-2.53) 0.71 0.58-0.86) pattern, respectively. association between stronger among men (OR 2.05; 95%CI 1.48-2.85) those low income 1.94; 1.27-2.96) education 3.38; 1.90-6.04). associated higher likelihood CircS, inversely CircS.

Language: Английский

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Associations of dietary patterns with objective and subjective sleep duration and sleep quality in a population-based cohort study

Sleep Medicine, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 119, P. 365 - 372

Published: May 8, 2024

To examine cross-sectional and longitudinal associations of various types dietary patterns with self-reported sleep quality actigraphy-estimated parameters in the prospective, population-based Rotterdam Study.

Language: Английский

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The moderating effect of alternate Mediterranean diet on the association between sedentary behavior and insomnia in postmenopausal women

Frontiers in Nutrition, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 11

Published: Jan. 7, 2025

The study aimed to explore the moderating role of alternate Mediterranean diet (aMED) adherence on association between sedentary behavior and insomnia symptoms in postmenopausal women. Data regarding women were obtained for this cross-sectional from National Health Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2005-2008. Sedentary assessed using questionnaire. aMED was evaluated according 24-h dietary recalls. Weighted univariate logistic regression models utilized screen potential covariates. relationship behavior, adherence, explored weighted multivariate models. All results expressed as odds ratios (ORs) 95% confidence intervals (CIs). A total 1,793 included final analysis. Of them, 643 (37.56%) reported experiencing symptoms. Among women, time >8 h associated with (OR = 1.41, CI 1.01-1.96), prolonged nocturnal awakening 1.38, 1.06-1.79), undesired early morning 1.59, 1.09-2.30). No observed 1.05, CI: 0.77-1.44). lower aMED, higher those ≥8 1.63, 1.02-2.62). Similarly, participants low also 1.90, 1.27-2.83) 1.85, 1.09-3.16). Adherence modulates Interventions targeting patterns may improve sleep quality overall health

Language: Английский

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Evaluation of Sleep Quality and Healthy Eating Status in Individuals With Type 1 Diabetes

Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 9, 2025

Objectives To investigate the relationship between blood sugar regulation, sleep quality, and dietary habits among individuals with type 1 diabetes. Methods 195 diabetic patients (110 women 85 men) ages of 18 65 undergoing insulin treatment at Gaziantep City Hospital. Participants' levels (HbA1c), quality (measured by Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index - PSQI), Healthy Eating Index) were assessed. Statistical analysis was conducted to examine PSQI scores, HbA1c levels, scores. Results A significant association found as indicated levels. Participants greater than 7% tended have poorer compared those lower Conversely, participants ≤ demonstrated significantly better habits, reflected higher Conclusions The study suggests a strong correlation in Maintaining optimal management, promoting good hygiene, adhering healthy diet are essential for managing diabetes effectively. Strategies improve may contribute control overall well-being

Language: Английский

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Association between the plant-based Mediterranean diet and neuropsychological distress of the breastfeeding mothers and their infants

BMC Pediatrics, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 25(1)

Published: Feb. 20, 2025

Diet is likely related to sleep quality and mental health, especially during lactation. In this study, we aimed investigate whether adherence the healthy Mediterranean diet (MD) was correlated with health of breastfeeding mothers their infants. This study performed on 350 mothers. The participants completed Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS), Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Quality-of-Life Questionnaire (QLQ), Spielberger Anxiety (SAQ), Infant (ISQ). A reliable valid food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) assess dietary data. Mothers high a MD style had significantly better life than those less MD. Also, higher lower infant's disorders. After adjusting for mother's age, body mass index (BMI), energy intake, associated (QoL) (β = 1.122; 95%CI: 1.066-1.182). following fewer disorders in infants (OR: 0.857; 0.752-0.977). Our findings suggest that consuming pattern rich fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, fish risk problems Dietary interventional or larger prospective investigations are needed.

Language: Английский

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The effect of mediterranean diet and chrononutrition on sleep quality: a scoping review

Nutrition Journal, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 24(1)

Published: Feb. 26, 2025

The relationship between diet and sleep quality is intricate, with growing evidence suggesting that dietary patterns meal timing (chrononutrition) can significantly influence outcomes. This scoping review aims to compare the impact of Mediterranean chrononutrition methods on variables, including quality, duration, efficiency. While renowned for its health benefits in chronic diseases, focuses how food intake affects circadian biology. Literature search following PRISMA guidelines using PubMed Google Scholar focused effects quality. Studies assessed subjective like Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, analyzing data study type, sample size, age group, diet, parameters, Thirty three studies met inclusion criteria, 24 focusing 9 chrononutrition. Among studies, most which were observational 17 reported a positive association adherence improved self-reported while remaining found no significant association. In contrast, supporting was limited, only two out nine having improvement demonstrates more consistent compared However, limitation reviewed mainly cross-sectional or observational, interventional trials. Larger clinical trials are needed determine optimal strategies promoting healthy sleep.

Language: Английский

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Role of gut microbiota in thalassemia: a review of therapeutic prospects

Frontiers in Physiology, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 16

Published: March 19, 2025

In recent years, the study of gut microbiota has gradually become a research hotspot in field medicine, as dysbiosis is closely related to various diseases. Thalassemia, hereditary hemoglobinopathy, complex pathophysiological mechanism, and traditional treatment methods show limited efficacy. With deeper understanding microbiome, researchers have begun focus on its role pathogenesis thalassemia therapeutic effects. This article aims review potential prospects, analyze latest findings, explore impact mechanisms patients with thalassemia, goal providing new ideas directions for future clinical thalassemia.

Language: Английский

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O IMPACTO DA ALIMENTAÇÃO NA SAÚDE MENTAL: RELAÇÃO ENTRE DIETA E TRANSTORNOS PSIQUIÁTRICOS

Revista Contemporânea, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 5(4), P. e7955 - e7955

Published: April 23, 2025

O artigo discute a complexa relação entre alimentação e saúde mental, enfatizando como hábitos alimentares influenciam o desenvolvimento de transtornos psiquiátricos. Com base em uma revisão bibliográfica, texto destaca que mentais, depressão, estresse ansiedade, podem ser agravados ou desencadeados por dietas restritivas desequilibradas, especialmente as chamadas “dietas da moda” (jejum intermitente, low-carb, cetogênica, outras), amplamente promovidas pela mídia redes sociais. Essas dietas, muitas vezes adotadas sem orientação profissional, são associadas comportamentos risco ao surgimento (TAs), anorexia nervosa, bulimia compulsão alimentar. A busca pelo “corpo ideal” pressão estética imposta sociedade intensificam esses comportamentos, jovens usuários frequentes das Além disso, aborda papel psiquiatria nutricional nutrição comportamental áreas emergentes promissoras no tratamento dos TAs na promoção mental. balanceada, rica vegetais, ômega-3, vitaminas minerais, uso cuidadoso suplementos (como probióticos prebióticos) contribuir positivamente para equilíbrio emocional. Por fim, estudo reforça importância um acompanhamento multidisciplinar (nutricionista, psiquiatra, psicólogo outros) critica indiscriminado avaliação individualizada, pois isso pode piorar quadros clínicos levar deficiências nutricionais graves.

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