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Filter by:Study Design and Participants This intervention study was conducted as a randomized controlled trial (RCT) aimed at investigating the effects of time-restricted feeding (TRF) on cardiovascular health markers among overweight male university students in Shenzhen, China. The study recruited male university students aged between 18 and 24 years, with a Body Mass Index (BMI) ranging from 24 to less than 28. All participants were free from severe psychiatric illnesses, metabolic syndrome, diabetes, alcoholic fatty liver disease, hyperthyroidism, or hypothyroidism. Inclusion criteria required participants to be non-smokers, not currently on any diet pills, and have no history of cardiovascular or metabolic diseases. Randomization and Intervention Fifty eligible participants were randomly assigned to either the intervention group (n=25) or the control group (n=25). The intervention group underwent a 6-hour daily TRF from noon to 6 P.M., while the control group did not participate in TRF but maintained their usual eating patterns. No restrictions were placed on the type or quantity of food consumed by participants in either group. Data Collection and Measures Body Composition and Anthropometry: Measurements included body mass index, body fat percentage, muscle mass, hydration levels, protein content, and visceral fat, all assessed using a bioelectrical impedance analysis scale (Mi Body Composition Scale 2 by Huami Technology). Waist circumference was manually measured by experienced nurses using a tape measure. Blood Pressure and Heart Rate: These vital signs were monitored using an arm cuff electronic blood pressure monitor (Panasonic EW3153), with the arm positioned at heart level to ensure accuracy. Measurements were taken after at least five minutes of seated rest. Nutritional Intake Although time-restricted feeding interventions do not usually change the content or quantity of dietary intake, the total daily intakes of energy, fat, protein, carbohydrate, cholesterol, and fibre were calculated using the Nutritionist Pro food analysis program. This was used to determine possible changes in the subjects' dietary composition as a result of the intervention. Compliance and Ethical Considerations The study protocol was approved by the Ethics Committee of the Seventh Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University (Shenzhen), with the approval number KY-2022-101-01. All data were handled confidentially, and measures were taken to ensure high adherence and minimal loss to follow-up. Statistical Analysis Descriptive statistics such as range, mean, standard deviation, and percentages were used to describe the sample characteristics. To compare differences, the change from baseline levels was assessed to account for initial variability, employing an independent samples t-test for the analysis.
This study aims to evaluate the association between body composition and mortality risk among the US population based on data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), a nationally representative cohort.
The purpose of this study is to examine the possible benefits of peanut butter consumption prior to bedtime on sleep and energy levels among fire fighters. Fire fighters require high levels of energy to perform their occupational tasks but commonly lack sleep as well as the amount of dietary protein and fat suggested for tactical athletes. By addressing this gap, we expect that if peanut butter consumption is shown to improve sleep and/or energy, this lifestyle change (peanut butter consumption) may be appealing to fire fighters because of the ease and low cost of peanut butter. Aim 1: Determine if consuming peanut butter prior to bedtime alters measures of sleep quality and quantity in fire fighters. It is hypothesized that firefighters who consume the peanut butter will have positive impacts in measure of sleep quality and energy levels. Aim 2: Examine the effects of peanut butter consumption on morning and evening energy levels
The goal of this randomized control trial is to compare the effect of a liquid formula rich in nutrients and low in calories (supplement) with the progressive diet with conventional foods that we usually recommend in patients after surgery. The main question it aims to answer is if the addition of a high-protein, volume-controlled nutritional supplement as a fundamental part of the diet during the first two months after surgery will preserve the patient's nutritional status and prevent the appearance of nutritional deficits and associated complications. Participants will be evaluated at the beginning, at 1 month and at the end of the study (2m) and the following determinations will be made: - Analytical determination - Nitrogen balance by determining urea N2 in 24-hour urine - Anthropometric determinations - Body composition determined by impedanciometry - Resting energy expenditure and nutrient oxidation measured by indirect calorimetry. - Energy, protein and hydration intake. - Gastrointestinal tolerance through self-registration of symptoms. Researchers will compare the effect of a complete hypocaloric liquid formula group with the usual progressive diet group to see if they achieve the protein intake goal established for patients after obesity surgery, preservation of nutritional status and lean mass during the rapid phase of weight loss and the gastrointestinal tolerance during the first two months after surgery.
The goal of this randomized controlled trial is to evaluate body composition, fatigue, mobility level, functional status in with stroke individuals. The main questions it aims to answer are: How is body composition affected in individuals with stroke? How is the level of fatigue affected in individuals with stroke? How is the mobility level affected in individuals with stroke? How is functional status affected in individuals with stroke? In this study, we included 21 patients with stroke and 21 healthy controls. The body composition of the participants was evaluated by Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA), fatigue level by Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS), mobility level by Rivermead Mobility Index (RMI), and functional status by Functional Independence Scale (FIM).
This research is a randomized controlled study. The aim of the study is to investigate the effects of coconut on body composition, compare our results with other studies in the literature and contribute to the field. The research was single-centered and was carried out with the academic, administrative and other personnel of Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Faculty of Health Sciences. Volunteer, healthy adults between the ages of 18-65, without any physical disability or uncontrolled chronic systemic disease or problems with reading and comprehension, were included in the study, regardless of gender. Individuals who were following an existing diet program, having a history of pregnancy and cancer, having undergone acute abdominal surgery, or having unstable conditions due to cardiovascular and endocrine systems were not included in the study. Participants who did not attend the four-week healthy nutrition training were excluded from the study. A list of all staff members at the faculty was created. The population of the research consists of 74 personnel. Randomization was made to the experimental and control groups by the sealed envelope selection method. All participants were given 4 weeks of healthy nutrition training. The amount of energy required by the participants was calculated. A healthy nutrition program was prepared according to the calculated daily energy needs of the participants. The control group was given only a healthy nutrition program. The intervention group was asked to consume 50 g of fresh coconut daily in addition to the healthy nutrition program. Participants' compliance with the healthy nutrition program and coconut consumption was high. Anthropometric measurements of the volunteer individuals participating in the study were taken before and after the intervention. To determine the body composition of individuals, a bioelectric impedance analyzer was used, a portable height meter was used to measure height, and waist circumference was measured using a standard non-stretchable tape measure. Body Mass Index (BMI) was calculated.
Accumulating evidence suggests the prognostic significance of body composition in chronic diseases and neoplastic diseases. CT imaging-based body composition abnormalities are significantly associated with post-LT adverse outcomes including decreased quality of life (QOL), impaired graft regeneration and mortality. However, the perioperative changes in body composition and their potential clinical implications remain unexplored. The objective of this study is to systematically explore and clarify the correlation between body composition and the prognosis of liver transplant patients through dynamic peri-transplant mornitoring.
Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is the most common malignant tumor in the kidney with a high mortality rate. Traditional imaging techniques are limited in capturing the internal heterogeneity of the tumor. Radiomics provides internal features of lesions for precise diagnosis, prognosis prediction, and personalized treatment planning. Early and accurate diagnosis of renal tumors is crucial, but it's challenging due to morphological and pathological overlap between benign and malignant lesions. The accurate diagnosis of RCC, especially for small tumors, remains a significant challenge. Recent studies have shown a relationship between body composition, obesity, and renal tumors. Common indicators like body weight and BMI fail to reflect body composition accurately. Research on the role of body composition, including adipose tissue, in tumor pathology could improve clinical diagnosis and treatment planning.
The use of mobile applications to promote the practice of physical activity has begun to be used in the adolescent population in recent years. This has made it possible to carry out interventions inside and outside the educational setting, the latter being the ones that have brought the greatest benefits. Thus, it has been observed that the promotion of the use of mobile applications in out-of-school hours from the subject of physical education has reported significant benefits on body composition and fitness in the adolescent population. However, there is no known research that has analyzed whether the effect achieved with mobile applications when their use is mandatory disappears when they are no longer promoted from the physical education subject. Therefore, this project goes further and tries to find out whether after the ten-week period of mandatory use of the applications, adolescents continue to use the applications autonomously and the beneficial effects achieved are maintained or disappear due to the lack of use. For this purpose, a 10-week intervention was planned in which the adolescents used the mobile applications. Prior to the start of the intervention, the adolescents' body composition and fitness (pre) were measured. At the end of the intervention of mandatory use of the mobile applications, the adolescents were measured again (post). And after the post measurement, the adolescents were left for 10 weeks during which they could use the applications autonomously. A third measurement of the adolescents was performed after this 10-week period (post 2). The aim of this project was to find out the effects of stopping the use of the mobile fitness apps on body composition and fitness of the adolescents.
The goal of this quasi-experimental pilot study is to evaluate the effect of a multi-component intervention in women between 55 and 75 years old at risk of sarcopenia. The main question it aims to answer are: What is the effect of a multi-component intervention in women at risk of sarcopenia? Participants will twelve women between 55 and 75 years old with risk of sarcopenia, who agreed through written informed consent for participate 12 weeks with 24 sessions included dancing, resistance exercises, and nutritional education. The outcomes were muscle mass, grip strength, gait speed and body composition. The effects were measured before and after the intervention, under a self-controlled design.