Lifestyle improvement reduces the consumption of ultra-processed foods in adults with metabolic syndrome

Walker, Marthina Streda; Tarasiuk, Francine S.; Gustavo, Andréia da Silva; Oliveira, Margareth da Silva; Donadio, Márcio Vinı́cius Fagundes; Feóli, Ana Maria Pandolfo

doi:10.1016/j.numecd.2022.04.016

Nutrition, Metabolism and Cardiovascular Diseases

2022

DOI: 10.1016/j.numecd.2022.04.016

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Lifestyle improvement reduces the consumption of ultra-processed foods in adults with metabolic syndrome

Marthina Streda Walker

Francine S. Tarasiuk

Andréia da Silva Gustavo

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A Pilot Study of a Novel Dietary Intervention Targeting Ultra‐Processed Food Intake

Hagerman,

Hong,

Jennings

et al. 2024

Obesity Science & Practice

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BackgroundUltra‐processed foods (UPFs) are harmful to health but ubiquitous in the modern food environment, comprising almost 60% of the average American diet. This study assessed the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of a novel behavioral intervention designed to reduce UPF intake.MethodsFourteen adults participated in an 8‐week pilot intervention, which consisted of weekly group sessions, individual meal planning sessions, and financial support. Dietary intake was assessed using three Automated Self‐Administered 24‐h Dietary Recalls (ASA24) at both baseline and post‐treatment.ResultsThe intervention was highly feasible and acceptable. Qualitative data demonstrated that participants were enthusiastic about the benefits of reducing UPF intake and found the intervention highly valuable. Participants reduced average daily calories from UPF by 48.9%, number of UPFs consumed by almost half, total daily calorie intake by 612 calories/day, sodium consumption by 37% and sugar consumption by 50%. There were no significant changes in fruit or vegetable intake. Participants lost an average of 3.5 kg (SD = 3.0 kg).ConclusionThis pilot data suggests that behavioral interventions to reduce UPF intake will be well‐received and are capable of success despite the barriers of the United States food environment. Future research should prioritize behavioral interventions targeting UPF consumption alongside policy changes.

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A Pilot Study of a Novel Dietary Intervention Targeting Ultra‐Processed Food Intake

Hagerman,

Hong,

Jennings

et al. 2024

Obesity Science & Practice

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Persistent Challenges of Micronutrient Deficiencies in Latin America Need Action

Fernández-Gaxiola,

García-Guerra,

Neufeld

2024

Food Nutr Bull

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Micronutrient deficiencies affect growth and development and are critical for maintaining health at all ages. Their critical role in exacerbating complications of infections and chronic diseases continues to impact morbidity, mortality, and quality of life for many. Raising awareness and advocating for micronutrient deficiencies in Latin America is urgent to reduce this preventable burden. Globally, an estimated 372 million preschool-aged children and 1.2 billion non-pregnant women of reproductive age suffer deficiency from 1 or more micronutrient. Data is limited and often old, and the true burden of problem in the region remains unclear. There are also limited data on dietary intake and on the double burden of malnutrition. Latin America has been a leader in the design and implementation of innovative and effective actions to reduce excess energy intake and curb the consumption of unhealthy Actions to address deficiency have been implemented in many countries in the region over the years, but current evidence suggests that micronutrient deficiencies have fallen off the public health agenda in Latin America. Effective programming can be developed / appropriately adapted only with knowledge of the current burden. Such data can also help guide and predict future areas of risk and priorities to missing upcoming nutrition issues in the population. Renewed commitment to quantify and monitor micronutrient deficiencies in the region is essential. Abundant evidence and guidance exist to inform effective program selection, design and implementation to address this public health problem.

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Lifestyle improvement reduces the consumption of ultra-processed foods in adults with metabolic syndrome

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A Pilot Study of a Novel Dietary Intervention Targeting Ultra‐Processed Food Intake

A Pilot Study of a Novel Dietary Intervention Targeting Ultra‐Processed Food Intake

Persistent Challenges of Micronutrient Deficiencies in Latin America Need Action

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