Consumption Of Sweet Foods Research Articles

Associations of Individual Characteristics and Nutritional Status with Hypertension in Adults

Background: Hypertension is a significant health problem and a modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. The prevalence of hypertension in adults continues to increase at a global and national level. Information regarding determinants of hypertension is critical for preventive measures, especially in adults. This study examined the associations of individual characteristics and nutritional status with hypertension in adults in East Ciputat, South Tangerang.Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted to 400 adults aged ≥35 years old. Data on their blood pressure and nutritional status (body mass index) were obtained by measurement, and data on individual characteristics, food consumption, and lifestyle were collected through an interview using a structured questionnaire. A multivariate analysis was performed using a logistic regression test. Results: The proportion of hypertension was 54%. The multivariate analysis results showed that older age, low education level, a family history of hypertension, overweight/obese status, and consumption of sweet foods for >3 times/week increased the risk of hypertension (Odds Ratio 2.37-11.28). In conclusion, people aged ≥65 years were at the greatest risk of hypertension. This study highlights the importance of increasing health promotion on the modifiable risk factors of hypertension such as food consumption patterns, weight control, and knowledge about hypertension.

The influence of PROP taster status on habitual sweet food consumption and dietary intake amongst obese and non-obese adults

Introduction: Ability to taste 6-n-propylthiouracil (PROP) predicts both taste sensitivity and food preferences, with PROP tasters being more sensitive to sweet taste in foods, which may lead to less intake of sugary foods. However, when obesity progresses, the individual’s sense of taste and eating patterns may change. The aim of this study was to evaluate if PROP taster status affected habitual sweet food consumption and nutritional intake in obese and non-obese people. Methods: A total of 88 obese and 92 non-obese Malay male and female participants aged 20-45 years were classified into PROP non-tasters, medium tasters, or supertasters by using PROP filter paper screening procedure. Sweet food consumption was assessed using food frequency questionnaire (FFQ), while dietary intake was measured by using 3-day food diary. Data were analysed using General Linear Model (GLM) Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) to compare for differences and associations among variables. Results: Overall, there was no significant association between body mass index groups and PROP taster status (p>0.05). No significant differences were found on any habitual sweet food intake and dietary intake according to PROP taster status in both obese and non-obese participants (p>0.05). However, there was a significant difference (p<0.05) in fruit intake according to PROP taster status among obese participants. Conclusion: The findings suggest that PROP taster status does not play a role in nutrient intakes among obese and non-obese individuals

Analysis of Balanced Nutrition Consumption Behavior During the Covid-19 Pandemic At Binatama Health Vocational School, Yogyakarta

Teenagers’ food consumption patterns during the COVID-19 pandemic are very important, to keep the body healthy and avoid infectious diseases such as Covid-19. This study aims to analyze the consumption behavior of balanced nutrition that still needs attention from the students of SMK Kesehatan Binatama so that it can be used to produce health promotion programs for students. This research is a qualitative descriptive study. Secondary data from the results of previous studies. Both closed behavior (such as knowledge, attitudes) and open behavior of students in consuming balanced nutrition, where students' understanding still answered incorrectly, or their attitude negative. It is presented and concluded. The results showed that the knowledge, attitudes, and roles of teachers towards students regarding balanced nutrition during the covid 19 pandemic were mostly good, only in terms of behavior that required attention, namely about the lack of action in terms of 1) maintaining regular weight gain during the covid-19 pandemic for normal weight (54 out of 84); 2) eat fruit at least 2 times a day during the covid-19 pandemic (47 out of 84); 3). reducing consumption of sweet, salty and fatty foods during the covid-19 pandemic (52 out of 84); and 4). do physical activity/sports for at least 30 minutes a day during the covid-19 pandemic (59 out of 84). Then the role of parents is mostly good, the only thing that needs attention is regarding excessive consumption of snacks during the COVID-19 pandemic has not received the attention of parents (43 out of 84).

Dietary Habits and Lifestyle Behaviors of Saudi Residents during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has continued to spread rapidly worldwide, forcing countries to enact lockdowns and strict social-distancing measures that affect individual and population health. This study investigates the changes in dietary habits and lifestyle behaviors among Saudi residents during the COVID-19 pandemic. A cross-sectional survey was conducted on 786 participants, with a mean age of 30 years. The questionnaire was administered online and sent via social media applications. Dietary habits, physical activity, TV-watching time, sleep patterns, stressors, and socio-demographic data were evaluated. Among the survey respondents, there was an increase in weight gain, food consumption, and decreased physical activity. Respondents who gained weight consumed more snacks, ate larger food portions, and engaged in less physical activity. Furthermore, a high fish, water, and supplements intake was noticed. Although respondents’ intake of fruits and vegetables was low, most individuals reported a negatively changed intake. However, most respondents reported increased consumption of lean meat and sweet foods. Observing changes in dietary and lifestyle habits during the lockdown period may help elaborate on the pandemic’s consequences for population health and assist in formulating and implementing policies for future closures, while supporting vulnerable groups.

Consumption of Fruit Before Meals with Different Glycaemic Index to Lipid Profile and Blood Glucose Levels in Overweight Adults

Background: Overweight increase the risk of non-communicable diseases. Lack of vegetables and fruit intake, and high consumption of sweet, fatty, and fried foods can increase the risk of overweight. Fruit contains high fiber and active compounds useful for controlling lipid profiles and blood glucose control.Objective: To identify the effect of consuming fruit before meals with different glycaemic index (GI) on lipid profiles and fasting blood glucose (FBG) levels in overweight adults.Methods: This experimental research used a pre-post control group design. The participants in this study were 43 overweight adults who were divided into 4 groups, control group, high GI group, moderate GI group, and low GI group. Each treatment group was given fruit with a different GI for 21 days. Measurement of lipid profile and blood glucose was done 3 times on day-1, day-14, and day-21.Results: Consumption of fruit before eating with low GI for 21 days reduced 14.56 mg/dl cholesterol, 30.4 mg/dl triglycerides, 23.55 mg/dl LDL, and 22.33 ml/ dl FBG. The fruit intervention with low GI also increased 3.89 mg/dl HDL.Conclusion: Consumption of fruit with low GI before meals can help control lipid profile and FBG.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 06 No. 03 July’22 Page: 320-327

Are Eating Habits Associated with Overweight/Obesity among Indonesian Women Adults? Based on The Indonesian Family Life Survey (IFLS) 5 in 2014

Background: Eating habits were often linked with overweight or obesity. Several types of food that are often consumed by the public were known to be associated with the occurrence of being overweight/obesity. But information about the association of each type of food is lacking especially in young adults. Objectives: This study aimed to analyze the association between eating habits with overweight status among women young adults in Indonesia. Methods: This study analyzed 4966 adults from the fifth waves of the Indonesian Family Life Survey (IFLS5) in 2014. Eating habits are measured by the frequency of consumption of each type of food. A chi square test and logistic regression were used to explore the association between the variables with the overweight status among women young adults. Results: The prevalence of overweight and non-overweight were known to be 41.1% and 59.9%. Milk; cheese; and others consumption (p=0.006) and rice consumption (p=0.017) had negative correlation with overweight/obesity meanwhile sweet foods consumption was associated with overweigh/obesity (p=0,034). On the other hand, it is shown that there is no association between egg consumption, meat consumption, soft drink consumption, and fast food consumption with overweight status among women young adult (p>0,05). Conclusions: It was concluded that the consumption of sweet foods was associated with a higher likelihood of being overweight or obese. In addition, the consumption of rice and milk; cheese; butter; and others that were less frequent associated with a lower likelihood of being overweight or obese. Therefore, the consumption of sweet foods among adult needs to be limited in order to reduce and prevent the problem of being overweight.

Dietary Patterns, Fiber Intake and Microbial-Derived Isobutyrate Are Associated With Executive Function in Toddlerhood

ObjectivesEarly childhood is characterized by stabilization of the gut microbiome and rapid maturation of executive functions (EF; cognitive flexibility [F]; inhibitory self-control [ISC]; emergent metacognition [EM]), which are vital to the regulation of goal-directed behaviors, academic and social success. While diet in school-aged children and gut microbial-derived volatile fatty acids (VFA) in rodent models are linked to EFs, few studies have explored these in early life among humans. The present study investigated the extent to which dietary patterns, fiber intake and fecal VFA predict EF at 24 mo.MethodsParents and 24-mo-old children (N = 291) were recruited from the STRONG Kids 2 cohort study. Parent reported surveys were used to assess EF (Behavioral Rating Inventory of Executive Function for Preschoolers) and diet (Block Food Frequency Questionnaires). To derive dietary patterns, raw frequency responses for diet were used to create 23 food groups, which were input into principle component analysis. Analyses were independent of sex, socioeconomic status and energy intake.ResultsTwo distinct dietary patterns explaining 30% of the overall variance in diet were evident: higher consumption of fried and sweet foods (DP1) and of vegetables and fruits (DP2). On average, toddlers consumed below the recommendation for fiber intake, 9.10 g/1000 kcals per day. Higher DP1 scores were associated with poorer overall and construct-specific EF (EF: b = 6.146, p = 0.005; ISC: b = 4.458, p = 0.032; F: b = 4.522, p = 0.019; EM: b = 7.322, p = 0.002). DP2 was not associated with EF. Toddlers with lower energy-adjusted fiber intake had significantly poorer EF (EF: b = −1.696, p = 0.009; ISC: b = −1.729, p = 0.004; F: b = −1.149, p = 0.043; EM: b = −1.659, p = 0.018). Before adjustment for fiber intake, higher isobutyrate was predictive of poorer EF (EF: b = 0.017, p = 0.015; ISC: b = 0.014, p = 0.036; EM: b = 0.018, p = 0.018). Adjustment for fiber intake nullified the association with ISC and attenuated associations with EF and EM.ConclusionsA western-style diet pattern and microbial-derived isobutyrate may have negative implications for EF in toddlers. Additionally, dietary fiber has the potential to influence these relationships.Funding SourcesSupported by the NIH, the National Dairy Council and a USDA National Needs fellowship (AM).

Unhealthy Diets among Adult Populations in Sleman Districts, Yogyakarta: Pattern and Related Sociodemographic Determinants, Findings from Sleman HDSS

Background: In Yogyakarta Province, the Sleman Regency has the second-highest life expectancy at birth and a high prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). One of the common NCD risk factors is an unhealthy diet. Thus, it is important to understand the factors that influence an unhealthy diet.Objective: This study aimed to determine sociodemographic factors associated with an unhealthy diet intake in the Sleman Regency population.Materials and Methods: Cross-sectional data from 4,963 adult respondents of the Sleman Health and Demographic Surveillance System was analyzed. A Descriptive test was done to measure the consumption frequency of sweet food and beverages, salty food, high-fat food, and food with monosodium glutamate (MSG). Generalized logistic regression was used to determine socioeconomic factors (residential area, age, gender, education level, marital status, and household wealth) that were associated with a higher frequency of unhealthy food consumption.Results: The majority of respondents reported frequent consumption of sweet food and beverages (82.4%), food that contains high fat (62%), and MSG (75.5%). About 46% of respondents reported frequent consumption of salty food.Conclusion: Education level, sex, age, household wealth status, and residential area are important determinants of a healthy diet.

Contribution of Age and Risky Food Consumptions Towards Heart Disease in Jambi Province

The prevalence of heart disease in Jambi Province has increased. This study aimed to determine the factors associated with heart disease in Jambi Province. This cross-sectional study used secondary data from the 2018 Basic Health Research (Riskesdas). Data regarding age, gender, type of occupation, domicile, smoking status, physical activity, consumption patterns, and Body Mass Index (BMI) from 15483 were analyzed. The relationship between independent variables and heart disease was analyzed bivariately using the Chi Square Test (X2) followed by multivariate analysis using the Multiple Logistics Regression Test. The results showed that the proportion of heart disease in Jambi Province was 0.96%. Factors related to the incidence of heart disease were age (AOR=4.075; 95%CI=2.735-6.073), consumption of sweet foods (AOR=0.367; 95%CI=0.162-0.831), and consumption of processed foods with preservatives (AOR=2.211). ; 95%CI = 1,290-3.789). The dominant factor associated with heart disease in Jambi Province was age (AOR=4,075; 95%CI=2,735-6.073). It is recommended for the community to be able to maintain a healthy consumption pattern to reduce the risk of heart disease.

The Correlation of Food Consumption with the Prevalence of Hypertension on Midlife Adults and Elderly in Hospital of Dr. H. Soewondo, Kendal District Indonesia

BACKGROUND: The number of hypertension cases in Kendal District is increasing, especially in the elderly people from 60 to 74 year old. There are many factors that may cause hypertension; one of them is food consumption. AIM: The objective of this study is to determine whether there is a correlation between food consumption and the prevalence of hypertension in the elderly in Kendal District. METHODS: This study used a cross-sectional approach that has been carried out on 47 elderly people. The sampling technique of this study used purposive sampling. This study involved 47 elderly people as the respondents. The research data were collected by using a food consumption table questionnaire or FFQ, stethoscope, and sphygmomanometer. The research data were analyzed using Fisher Exact Test. RESULTS: The result of the study showed that the correlation between the consumption of salty foods and the prevalence of hypertension was p = 0.000, while for the consumption of fatty foods was p = 0.464 and for the consumption of sweet foods was p = 0.728. It is concluded that there is no correlation between the consumption of fatty foods and sweet foods with the prevalence of hypertension. CONCLUSION: There is a correlation between the consumption of salty foods with the prevalence of hypertension on midlife adults and elderly in Hospital of Dr. H. Soewondo Kendal District.

Diet, Obesity, and Sedentary Lifestyle as Risk Factor of Breast Cancer among Women at Yogyakarta Province in Indonesia

BACKGROUND: Breast cancer prevalence remains high worldwide, including in Indonesia. Studies examining relationship between obesity, dietary habit, sedentary lifestyle, and breast cancer development are largely inconclusive. AIM: This study aimed to determine relationship between obesity, dietary habit, sedentary lifestyle, and breast cancer risk among women at Yogyakarta Province in Indonesia. METHODS: This was a cross-sectional study on 135 women selected purposively during March–May 2019. Binary logistic regression models were employed in the analysis with 0.05 considered significant. RESULTS: Among study subjects, 54.07% and 40% were, respectively, ≥40 years old and smokers. About 53.33% consumed preserved food 3–6 times/week, and 49% and 50.37% consumed sweet food and beverage >1 time/ day, respectively. High body mass index (BMI) and physical inactivity were associated with 93% and 85% breast cancer risk reductions (adjusted odds ratio [AOR]: 0.07, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.01–0.45, p < 0.01 and AOR: 0.15, 95% CI: 0.05–0.47, p < 0.001). Smoking showed no significant relationship. A waist circumference (WC) of ≤80 was linked to 78% breast cancer risk reduction. Sweet food, sweet beverage, and energy drink consumption of >1 time/day led to 96%, 36%, and 84% reductions of invasive breast cancer risks. Meanwhile, consumption of preserved food 3–6 times/weeks and soft drinks >1 time/day correlated with an increased risk of breast cancer. CONCLUSION: High BMI, physical inactivity, and lower WC were associated with the lower breast cancer risk, while preserved food and soft drink consumption significantly increase the risk. Although sedentary lifestyle seems to have a small protective effect, healthy lifestyle should be encouraged and effective strategies are required to encourage women to adopt healthy lifestyle.

Diet and food insecurity among mothers, infants, and young children in Peru before and during COVID-19: A panel survey.

The COVID‐19 pandemic may impact diet and nutrition through increased household food insecurity, lack of access to health services, and poorer quality diets. The primary aim of this study is to assess the impact of the pandemic on dietary outcomes of mothers and their infants and young children (IYC) in low‐income urban areas of Peru. We conducted a panel study, with one survey prepandemic (n = 244) and one survey 9 months after the onset of COVID‐19 (n = 254). We assessed breastfeeding and complementary feeding indicators and maternal dietary diversity in both surveys. During COVID‐19, we assessed household food insecurity experience and economic impacts of the pandemic on livelihoods; receipt of financial or food assistance, and uptake of health services. Almost all respondents (98.0%) reported adverse economic impacts due to the pandemic and 46.9% of households were at risk of moderate or severe household food insecurity. The proportion of households receiving government food assistance nearly doubled between the two surveys (36.5%–59.5%). Dietary indicators, however, did not worsen in mothers or IYC. Positive changes included an increase in exclusive breastfeeding <6 months (24.2%–39.0%, p < 0.008) and a decrease in sweet food consumption by IYC (33.1%–18.1%, p = 0.001) and mothers (34.0%–14.6%, p < 0.001). The prevalence of sugar‐sweetened beverage consumption remained high in both mothers (97%) and IYC (78%). In sum, we found dietary indicators had not significantly worsened 9 months into the COVID‐19 pandemic. However, several indicators remain suboptimal and should be targeted in future interventions.

Frequency of Sweet and Salty Snack Food Consumption Is Associated with Higher Intakes of Overconsumed Nutrients and Weight-For-Length z Scores During Infancy and Toddlerhood

BackgroundCurrent dietary guidelines recommend avoiding foods and beverages with added sugars and higher sodium before age 2 years. ObjectiveThe aim was to describe daily snack food intake (frequency and total energy) and the associations with overconsumed nutrients (added sugars, sodium, and saturated fats) and child weight-for-length z scores. DesignA cross-sectional, secondary analysis of baseline data from an ongoing longitudinal intervention was conducted. Participants and settingA sample of 141 caregivers with infants (aged 9 to 11 months) and toddlers (aged 12 to 15 months) was recruited in Buffalo, NY, between 2017 and 2019. Main outcome measuresThree 24-hour dietary recalls were used to categorize 'sweet and salty snack foods' or 'commercial baby snack foods' based on the US Department of Agriculture What We Eat in America food group classifications and estimate nutrient intakes. Child recumbent length and weight were measured by trained researchers. Statistical analysisDaily frequency (times/day), energy (kcal/day), and overconsumed nutrients from snack food intake were calculated. Multivariable regression models examined associations between the frequency of and energy from snack food intake with overconsumed nutrients and child weight-for-length z scores. ResultsInfants consumed snack foods on average 1.2 times/day contributing 5.6% of total daily energy, 19.6% of added sugars, and 6.8% of sodium. Toddlers consumed snack foods on average 1.4 times/day contributing 8.9% of total daily energy, 40.0% of added sugars, and 7.2% of sodium. In adjusted models including all children, greater frequency of sweet and salty snack food intake, but not commercial baby snack foods, was associated with higher weight-for-length z scores. ConclusionsSnack foods are frequently consumed by infants and toddlers and contribute to the intake of overconsumed nutrients such as added sugars and sodium. Given the current guidelines to avoid added sugars and higher sodium before age 2 years, additional recommendations related to nutrient-dense snack intake may be beneficial.

Obesity Risk-Factor Variation Based on Island Clusters: A Secondary Analysis of Indonesian Basic Health Research 2018.

Obesity has become a rising global health problem affecting quality of life for adults. The objective of this study is to describe the prevalence of obesity in Indonesian adults based on the cluster of islands. The study also aims to identify the risk factors of obesity in each island cluster. This study analyzes the secondary data of Indonesian Basic Health Research 2018. Data for this analysis comprised 618,910 adults (≥18 years) randomly selected, proportionate to the population size throughout Indonesia. We included 20 variables for the socio-demographic and obesity-related risk factors for analysis. The obesity status was defined using Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥ 25 kg/m2. Our current study defines 7 major island clusters as the unit analysis consisting of 34 provinces in Indonesia. Descriptive analysis was conducted to determine the characteristics of the population and to calculate the prevalence of obesity within the provinces in each of the island clusters. Multivariate logistic regression analyses to calculate the odds ratios (ORs) was performed using SPSS version 27. The study results show that all the island clusters have at least one province with an obesity prevalence above the national prevalence (35.4%). Six out of twenty variables, comprising four dietary factors (the consumption of sweet food, high-salt food, meat, and carbonated drinks) and one psychological factor (mental health disorders), varied across the island clusters. In conclusion, there was a variation of obesity prevalence of the provinces within and between island clusters. The variation of risk factors found in each island cluster suggests that a government rethink of the current intervention strategies to address obesity is recommended.

How do Vaccinators Experience the Pandemic? Lifestyle Behaviors in a Sample of Italian Public Health Workers during the COVID-19 Era.

Public health workers (PHWs) have experienced substantial workload changes because of their role in managing measures to limit the spread of COVID-19. The study’s aim was to assess lifestyle changes in Italian PHWs during the pandemic. PHWs attending an annual meeting completed an anonymous questionnaire assessing their sociodemographic and behavioral characteristics and lifestyle changes during the pandemic. A total of 1000 questionnaires were completed. Most participants (63.5% women, mean age 40 ± 13.1 years) were of normal weight (61.5%), non-smokers (81.9%), had a total screen time of ≥5 h/day (83.1%), and slept at least 6 h/night (88.7%). Approximately one-third consumed sweet foods every day (30%) and did not engage in physical activity (34.6%). Current sweet food consumption, physical activity, and sleep were associated with changes in these behaviors in the last 2 years (Tau-b = 0.155; Tau-b = −0.175; Tau-b = −0.276, respectively, p < 0.001). An increase in remote working was associated with worse sleep (odds ratio (OR) 2.065, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.482–2.877) and diet (OR 1.982, 95% CI 1.385–2.838), and increased tablet/PC use (OR 3.314, 95% CI 2.358–4.656). Health promotion measures are needed to support the adoption of healthy lifestyles in this population during the current pandemic.

Polygonum minus Aqueous Extract Supplement Reduces Stress-Induced Anorexia and Anhedonia in Mice

Aim: To evaluate the effects of P. minus extract on Chronic ultra-mild stress induced anorexia and anhedonia was the main objective of this study. Background: Anorexia (less food intake) and anhedonia (loss of interest) are very common among depressed patients which create many problems about their essential nutrition values, they can lose their body weight and immunity which can further lead towards death due to severe anorexia. Anorexia has strong relationship with anhedonia because less food intake behavior is developed due to loss of interest in food. Polygonum minus plant belongs to family Polygonaceae, commonly known as ‘Kesum’ in Malaysia. Some experimental and clinical studies showed that an aqueous extract of its leaf part improve memory and enhances positive mood in patients as well as in research animals. It contains many essential flavonoids in its leaf part. Methodology: In this study chronic ultra-mild stress for 6 weeks had been used to induce the depression in mice (n=14), there were 6 groups in this study including three groups with different doses of P. minus extract. After CUMS the body weight, Food consumption and Food preference tests were performed. Results: Results showed that stressed mice group lost their body weight significantly and P. minus extract improves sweet food preference and food consumption with maximum doses in comparison of Chronic ultra-mild stressed group. Conclusion: These findings indicate that chronic administration of P. minus extract can reduce the anorexia and improves the anhedonia among stressed mice. Keywords. Polygonum minus, Anorexia, Anhedonia, Aqueous, Extract

Tooth loss and its risk factors among the young adults in the Kamrup (Metro) district of Assam: An epidemiological study

Background: Epidemiological studies on tooth loss, particularly in young adults (20–40 years), are very sparse, and it was probably not done in Assam and the whole of the northeast region of India. Aim: The aim of this study was to determine the role of the oral health determinants and analyze their potential risk on tooth mortality among the young adults of the rural and urban areas of Kamrup (Metro) district of Assam. Materials and Methodology: A total of 1540 young adults (20–40 years), 770 each from the urban and rural areas of the Kamrup (Metro) district, were selected using multistage cluster sampling. Oral health assessment was done by asking individual questionnaires and intraoral examinations. Collected data were statistically analyzed using Mann–Whitney U-test, Kruskal–Wallis test, and Pearson's Chi-square test at 0.05 significance level. Results: Overall 30.6% of the young adults demonstrated one or more tooth loss with no significant difference between rural (29.70%) and urban areas (31.40%). Tooth decay is the prime cause of tooth loss (23.7%), followed by tooth mobility (4.5%) and trauma (0.9%). The potential risk of tooth loss can significantly be influenced by education, occupation, consumption of sweet food, water sources, oral hygiene practices, smoking and chewing of different types of smokeless tobacco, paan-betel nuts, paan-masalas, and consumption of alcohol (P < 0.001). Conclusion: Tooth loss is a major oral health problem affecting >30% of the young adults. The potential risk of tooth loss due to major oral diseases can be influenced by education, occupation, sweet food, water sources, oral hygiene practices, bad oral habits, and alcohol consumption.

Prevalence of non-communicable chronic diseases and associated factors in deaf people.

To analyze the prevalence and factors associated with non-communicable chronic diseases in deaf people. Cross-sectional study with 110 deaf people in Maringá-Paraná, selected using the snowball sampling technique. Data were collected from February to August 2019, using a structured instrument; and, in the analysis, multiple logistic regression was used. The self-reported prevalence of chronic diseases was 43.6%, the most frequent being: arterial hypertension (12.7%), depression (6.4%), diabetes mellitus (5.4%), respiratory disease (5.4%) and hypothyroidism (4.5%). Using health services for routine consultations was significantly associated with being bimodal bilingual. The only risk behavior significantly associated with chronic disease was excessive consumption of sweet foods. The prevalence of chronic diseases in this population may be higher than that found, as there is a possibility of underdiagnosis due to the low demand for routine consultations and the difficulty of communication with health professionals.

Relationship Of Abdominal Circumference, BMI and Sweet Food Consumption with Diabetes Mellitus in Adults 26-45 Years Old in DKI Jakarta (Riskesdas 2018 Analysis)

Diabetes mellitus occurs, one of which is characterized by hyperglycemia that occurs due to insulin abnormalities or insulin action (Perkeni, 2015). The 2018 Riskesdas survey showed an increase in the prevalence of diabetes mellitus in people over 15 years of age. High carbohydrate intake can affect the incidence of diabetes mellitus. This is caused carbohydrates that have been broken down by the body into glucose will be circulated throughout the body and the glucose balance will be controlled by the pancreas by releasing the hormone insulin. If a insulin produced is few, the glucose level in the blood will be excess and increase the occurrence of hyperglycemia. This study aims to analyze the relationship between consumption of sweet foods, body mass index and abdominal circumference with the incidence of diabetes mellitus in adults aged 26-45 years in DKI Jakarta based on the Riskesdas 2018 analysis. The results of the bivariate test with chi square showed a relationship between consumption of sweet foods (p = 0,000), body mass index (p = 0,000) and abdominal circumference (p = 0,000) with the incidence of diabetes mellitus. It can be concluded that there is a relationship between consumption of sweet foods, body mass index and abdominal circumference with the incidence of diabetes mellitus in adults aged 26-45 years in DKI Jakarta.

Association of bitter and sweet taste gene receptor polymorphisms with dental caries formation

Abstract Objectives The aim of the study is to analyze the association of different bitter and sweet gene receptor polymorphisms and bitter and sweet food consumption on formation of dental caries in Turkish adult population. Methods This study included 205 adults whose detailed intraoral health examination was completed and decayed, missing, filled teeth (DMFT) index values were recorded. A mini questionnaire was applied to assess the consumption of bitter and sweet food. A venous blood sample from each participant was collected in Ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid (EDTA) tubes. Further, DNA samples were isolated from the blood samples by utilizing a DNA isolation kit, which were stored at +4 °C prior to the analysis. Taste receptor type 2 member 38 (TAS2R38; rs10246939, rs713598, rs1726866), Taste receptor type 1 member 2 (TAS1R2; rs35874116, rs9701796), and Taste receptor type 1 member 3 (TAS1R3; rs307355) gene polymorphisms were detected using real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Results There was no statistically significant association between the TAS2R38, TAS1R2, and TAS1R3 gene polymorphism and the DMFT index (p&gt;0.05). No significant difference was found between the consumption of bitter and sweet food and the DMFT index (p&gt;0.05). Conclusions TAS2R38 (rs10246939, rs713598, rs1726866), TAS1R2 (rs35874116, rs9701796), and TAS1R3 (rs307355) gene polymorphism may not be associated with the formation of dental caries in the Turkish adult population.