Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS)
Journal of Nutrition,Fasting and Health
2821-2746
9
3
2021
09
01
Effects of Manna of Alhagi persarum (Taranjabin) and Portulaca oleracea (Khorfeh) Seed Administration on Nickel-induced Allergic Contact Dermatitis: A Case Report
180
185
EN
Mohsen
Zakerian
0000-0002-1667-1437
Department of Persian Medicine, School of Persian and Complementary Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
zakerianm961@mums.ac.ir
Alireza
Derakhshan
Department of Persian Medicine, School of Persian and Complementary Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
derakhshanar@mums.ac.ir
Fatemeh
Roudi
0000-0002-3570-3246
Department of Nutrition, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
roudif951@mums.ac.ir
Malihe
Motavasselian
0000-0003-4543-8252
Department of Persian Medicine, School of Persian and Complementary Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
motavasselianm@mums.ac.ir
10.22038/jnfh.2021.56063.1326
A 19-year-old girl with documented nickel-induced allergic contact dermatitis was referred to the department of traditional Persian medicine five weeks after the sudden onset of bolus and erythematous skin rash to receive treatment based on complementary and alternative medicine. A detailed history of jewelry exposures, lifestyle, food intake, and dietary habits was obtained, as well as the history of other physicians’ visits and administered treatments within the past eight weeks. Despite receiving treatment with corticosteroids, anti-histamines, and antibiotics, no satisfactory remission was achieved, and the patient discontinued the treatments. As the alternative medicine approach, treatment was started based on avoiding contact with nickel, administration of <em>Manna of Alhagi persarum</em> and <em>Portulaca oleracea </em>seeds, and avoidance of consuming tomato sauce, cocoa, coffee, and bitter chocolate. Within six weeks, a complete remission of the skin lesions and symptoms occurred. Moreover, normal clinical follow-up was observed after 12 months. Notably, the CARE (CAse REport) guidelines were used in the preparation of this case report.
Allergic contact dermatitis,Persian Medicine,case report,Phytotherapy
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_18127.html
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_18127_2148e9c791b8392c75c7eb77955a047f.pdf
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS)
Journal of Nutrition,Fasting and Health
2821-2746
9
3
2021
09
01
A Systematic Review of the Nutritional Consequences of the Earthquake in East Azerbaijan Earthquake 2012
186
195
EN
Mohsen
Nouri
0000-0003-4849-8568
Department of Health in Emergencies and Disasters, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
m61noori@gmail.com
Abbas
Ostadtaghizadeh
0000-0001-5260-6221
Department of Disaster Public Health, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran.
ostadtaghizadeh@gmail.com
Mohammad Javad
Hosseinzadeh-Attar
Department of Clinical Nutrition, School of Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
mhosseinzadeh@tums.ac.ir
Saeed
Fallah-aliabadi
0000-0002-4588-6680
Department of Health in Emergencies and Disasters, School of Public Health, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Science, Yazd, Iran.
sd.fallah@gmail.com
Susan
Bagheri
Department of Environmental Health Engineering, School of Public Health, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
m6122snoori@gmail.com
Mohamad
AlJasem
Tehran University of Medical Sciences: Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
m612222noori@gmail.com
Hossein
Avazaghaei
Department of Disaster Public Health, School of Management and Medical Information, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Iran.
m61aaanoori@gmail.com
Fahimeh
Barghi shirazi
0000-0002-3717-2995
Department of Health in Disasters and Emergencies, School of Health Management and Information Sciences, University of Medical Sciences, Iran.
fshirazi63@gmail.com
10.22038/jnfh.2021.56661.1329
<strong>Introduction</strong><strong>:</strong> Concerns about nutrition and foods are amongst those problems that the affected communities always were encountered with, because of the natural disasters. This study purpose was to investigate the nutritional problems and sequences after the East Azerbaijan earthquake. <strong>Methods:</strong> This systematic study searched for the relevant surveys using the main databases including PubMed, Scopus, Google scholar, Cochrane Library, Science Direct, the web of knowledge (for English studies), Google, Yahoo, and also other Persian information and library resources (for Persian studies) with some associated keywords. The collected data were analyzed, summarized, and reported manually by the use of content analysis method. <strong>Results: </strong>Amongst 975 studies found in the scientific databases, 21 studies were reviewed in order to find some answers for these research complications, and the earthquake problems were categorized into three contexts including food safety, food security, and nutritional consequences. <strong>Conclusion:</strong> Despite of the fulfilled efforts after the East Azerbaijan earthquake in 2012, diverse nutritional problems and consequences had been formed in the community, especially amongst children and women.
Nutrition,Earthquake,East Azerbaijan,Disaster
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_18128.html
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_18128_4d03a70b2e40b25f55b52b37076382fe.pdf
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS)
Journal of Nutrition,Fasting and Health
2821-2746
9
3
2021
09
01
Effects of Acupuncture on the Glutathione System in Overweight and Obese Individuals
196
201
EN
Fatemeh
Ghaemi
0000-0002-7414-3288
Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
ghaemif951@mums.ac.ir
Hoda
Azizi
Department of Chinese and complementary medicine, School of Persian and Complementary Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
azizih@mums.ac.ir
Monir Sadat
Sahebkar
Department of Chinese and complementary medicine, School of Persian and Complementary Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
sahebkarm931@mums.ac.ir
Saeedeh
Mehraban Moghadam
Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
mehrabans1@mums.ac.ir
Lida
Jarahi
0000-0001-7753-6610
Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
jarahil@mums.ac.ir
Mohammad
Safarian
0000-0003-2761-2747
Department of Nutrition, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS), Paradise Daneshgah, Azadi Square, Mashad, Iran
safarianm@mums.ac.ir
Hamid Reza
Bahrami Taghanaki
Department of Chinese and complementary medicine, School of Persian and Complementary Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
bahramihr@mums.ac.ir
Farnaz
Zahedi Avval
0000-0001-8915-3596
Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences
zahediaf@mums.ac.ir
10.22038/jnfh.2021.54314.1310
<strong>Introduction:</strong> Obesity is the fifth leading cause of death worldwide. Several approaches are used for the treatment of obesity, and acupuncture has attracted attention globally in this regard. However, the therapeutic effects of acupuncture at a molecular level remain unclear. Obesity is reported to cause oxidative stress through various mechanisms. The glutathione system is one of the main antioxidant defense mechanism. The present study aimed to evaluate the effects of acupuncture on the glutathione system as the most abundant intracellular antioxidant mechanism in overweight and obese individuals. <strong>Methods:</strong> This study was conducted on 40 obese and overweight individuals with the BMI of ≥24.9 kg/m<sup>2</sup> who were selected randomly. The participants received authentic acupuncture (case) or sham acupuncture (control) for six weeks combined with a low-calorie diet. Before and after the intervention, the activity of glutathione peroxidase, glutathione reductase, and reduced/oxidized glutathione levels were measured. <strong>Results:</strong> Higher glutathione peroxidase activity was observed in both groups after the treatment, while the increase was more significant in the case group compared to the control group (P=0.005). In addition, reduced glutathione levels were observed to increase in both groups after the treatment. Similarly, the rate of increase in the case group was more significant than the control group (P=0.02). A significant increase was also denoted in the reduced glutathione (GSH)/oxidized glutathione (GSSG) ratio in the case group compared to the control group (P=0.02). <strong>Conclusion:</strong> According to the results, the combination of acupuncture with a standard obesity diet could increase antioxidant activity in the overweight individuals. Furthermore, the approach could further prevent oxidative damage through increasing reduced glutathione and improving the GSH/GSSG ratio.
Obesity,Acupuncture,Oxidative stress,Glutathione
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_17749.html
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_17749_ff45ded58734ebb7ffe4629d0b374ec5.pdf
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS)
Journal of Nutrition,Fasting and Health
2821-2746
9
3
2021
09
01
The Effect for Eight Weeks of Resistance Training with Royal Jelly Consumption on Anxiety and Depression in A Rat Model for Alzheimer’s Disease
202
206
EN
Alireza
Khani
0000-0002-5148-3888
Department of Sport Physiology, Marvdasht Branch, Islamic Azad University, Marvdasht, Iran
shayankhani0888@gmail.com
Nasibe
Kazemi
Department of Sport Physiology, Marvdasht Branch, Islamic Azad University, Marvdasht, Iran
nasibe.kazemi@yahoo.com
10.22038/jnfh.2020.51715.1293
<strong>Introduction</strong>: Today, due to the prevalence and spread of Alzheimer's disease (AD) and negative impact on life and health, effective methods have been considered for treating the disease. This study aimed to investigate the effect of eight weeks for resistance training (RT) with royal jelly (RJ) on anxiety and depression in rats with AD. <strong>Methods</strong>: In the experimental study, 56 male Sprague-Dawley rats with AD (induced by 8 mg/kg Trimethyltin chloride) divided into seven groups of eight rats including (1) Alzheimer’s control (AD), (2) sham (Sh), (3) RT, (4) RT+ 100 mg/kg RJ (RT+RJ100), (5) RT+ 200 mg/RJ (RT+RJ200), (6) RJ100, and (7) RJ200. Eight rats were assigned into the healthy control (HC) group to investigate the effect of AD induction on research variables. The groups of 3, 4 and 5, performed RT with an intensity of 30 to 100% of body weight three sessions per week for eight weeks, and the groups of 4-7 received the selected doses of RJ peritoneally daily. Anxiety-like behaviors and depression were measured by the elevated plus-maze test and forced swim test respectively. To analyze the findings, one-way ANOVA was used with Tukey’s <em>post- hoc</em> test, and two-way ANOVA with Bonferroni’s <em>post- hoc</em> test (p≤0.05). <strong>Results</strong>: Eight weeks of RT (p≤0.05) and RJ (p≤0.05) could significantly reduce anxiety and depression in rats with AD. 200 mg/kg RJ had a more favorable effect on reducing anxiety (p≤0.05) and depression (p≤0.05) than 100 mg/kg RJ. In addition, RT and RJ had an interactive effect on reducing depression in rats with AD (p≤0.05). <strong>Conclusion</strong>: Apparently, the RT and RJ consumption have interactive effects on reducing anxiety; Besides, the anti-anxiety and anti-depression effects of RJ can be dependent on dosage.
Resistance training,Royal jelly,Anxiety,Depression,Alzheimer's
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_17016.html
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_17016_d86948825b73443f6b9d8f43438bfeca.pdf
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS)
Journal of Nutrition,Fasting and Health
2821-2746
9
3
2021
09
01
Effects of Ramadan Fasting on the Resilience and Psychological Hardiness of Students
207
211
EN
Mohammad
Nasiri
0000-0002-5727-4411
Assistant professor of Sport Management,Department of Physical Education,Khoy Branch, Islamic Azad University,Khoy,Iran
mohammad.nasiri79@gmail.com
10.22038/jnfh.2020.51865.1296
<strong>Introduction:</strong> Psychological hardiness and resilience are new psychological factors that have attracted the attention of psychologists in various fields. These factors are speculated to moderate stressors and their adverse effects on life. The present study aimed to investigate the effects of Ramadan fasting on the resilience and psychological hardiness of students. <strong>Methods:</strong> This study was conducted on 300 students of the Islamic Azad University, Khoy Branch in Khoy, Iran in 2019. The sample population included 150 female and 150 male students who were selected via convenience sampling. One week before the holy month of Ramadan (pretest), data were collected using Connor-Davidson resilience questionnaire and Ahvaz psychological hardiness questionnaire, and posttest was performed one week after Ramadan. Data analysis was performed using one-way analysis of covariance. <strong>Results:</strong> Significant differences were observed in the posttest scores of resilience and psychological hardiness. The effect size of fasting on the posttest scores of resilience and psychological hardiness was 0.73 and 0.78, respectively (P=0.001). <strong>Conclusion:</strong> Practicing religious beliefs largely influences psychological issues and enhances mental health. The individuals who are more inclined to spirituality are less prone to mental disorders and abnormalities. According to the results, religious rituals (especially Ramadan fasting) could improve resilience and psychological hardiness.
Ramadan fasting,Resilience,Psychological Hardiness
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_17121.html
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_17121_d0204252f6163f1d85559a221353ed1e.pdf
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS)
Journal of Nutrition,Fasting and Health
2821-2746
9
3
2021
09
01
Effects of a Healthy Diet plus Peanut Consumption on the Fasting Lipid Profile of HIV-infected Adults in Nyeri County, Kenya: A Randomized Crossover Study
212
220
EN
Regina
Wangui
Kamuhu
https://orcid.org/00
Food, Nutrition and Dietetics Department, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya.
wanguikamuhu@gmail.com
Beatrice
Mugendi
Food and Nutrition Department, Murang’a University of Technology, Murang’a, Kenya.
bmugendi@ymail.com
Judith
Kimiywe
Food, Nutrition and Dietetics Department, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya.
jokimiywe@gmail.com
Eliud
Njagi
Biochemistry and Biotechnology Department Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya.
njagieluidku@gmail.com
10.22038/jnfh.2021.52465.1308
<strong>Introduction:</strong> Dyslipidemia is a key modifiable cardiovascular risk factor and a major clinical feature in the patients infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in the current era of highly active antiretroviral therapy. Peanuts could reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases as an abundant source of fiber, α-tocopherol, copper, arginine, magnesium, folate, and resveratrol. The present study aimed to evaluate the impact of supplementing peanut and counseling in the form of a healthy diet on the fasting lipid profile of HIV-infected adults. <strong>Methods:</strong> This randomized crossover clinical trial was conducted on the eligible participants who were randomly assigned to a two-arm study. In treatment I, the participants consumed 80 grams of peanuts plus their regular diet. In treatment II, the participants were provided with nutrition counseling on a healthy diet and consumed 80 grams of peanuts. Each treatment continued for eight weeks with a six-week washout interval. <strong>Results:</strong> A 3.07% reduction was observed in the total cholesterol of the subjects receiving treatment I, while the reduction rate was 5.39% in treatment II. In addition, a 12.8% decrease was observed in the triglycerides of the subjects receiving treatment 1I, as well as a 17% reduction in treatment II. A significant increase was reported in the high-density lipoprotein cholesterol in treatments I and II, with the rate estimated at 7.38% and 5.1%, respectively. Furthermore, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol decreased by 5.56% in treatment I and 4.32% in treatment II. The estimated 10-year risk of contracting coronary heart disease reduced significantly between the baseline and end of the study (P=0.03). <strong>Conclusion:</strong> According to the results, regular consumption of peanuts could improve the fasting lipid profile of HIV-infected patients and reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.
Peanut,HIV cardiovascular risk,Hyperlipidemia,Framingham’s scores
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_18120.html
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_18120_4709657a93560f706cd9436e5012030b.pdf
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS)
Journal of Nutrition,Fasting and Health
2821-2746
9
3
2021
09
01
Effects of Ramadan Fasting on Hepatic Steatosis and Liver Volume in Individuals without Chronic Liver Conditions
221
228
EN
İlyas
Dündar
0000-0002-1429-077X
Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Van Yuzuncu Yil University, 65080, Van, Turkey.
dundarilyas262@hotmail.com
Alpaslan
Yavuz
0000-0002-8796-988X
Department of Radiology, Antalya Training and Research Hospital, 07100, Antalya, Turkey.
alp_yavuz@hotmail.com
10.22038/jnfh.2021.54384.1312
<strong>Introduction: </strong>Ramadan fasting, especially in the summer months, provides an important opportunity to evaluate the effects of variances in eating and drinking habits on the body metabolism. Our study aimed to evaluate the effect of Ramadan fasting on liver steatosis and volume measured by Magnetic Resonance Imaging(MRI) in overweight and obese people and to reveal the effect of this period on liver function tests and blood-lipid profile. <strong>Methods: </strong>Study was conducted with 34 individuals(28 male/6 female) who did not have chronic liver or systemic disease, did not use alcohol, had a BMI≥25, and committed to keep Ramadan fast. Abdominal MRI and blood analysis were performed twice; one week before and after the Ramadan. Liver fat fractions and volumes were calculated from MRI. All data were then statistically analyzed and compared. <strong>Results:</strong>The mean age of the individuals was 44,5(19-68). Before Ramadan the weight average and the mean BMI were 86,76 kg and 30,29 respectively.Although an increase in liver fat fraction (%2.92±7.99 vs %3.44±8.11;p>0.05) and a decrease in liver volume (1555.37±316.92 vs 1546.63±339.82;p>0.05) were detected after Ramadan, it was not statistically significant. There were statistically significant positive changes in blood-lipid profile and liver function tests. <strong>Conclusion:</strong>The excess consumption of food during the evening and at night and a sedentary lifestyle may have affected the results of the present study; however, avoiding a predetermined amount of food and drinks regularly for a long time would also result in statistical changes.As such, larger, long-term studies that include participants with a BMI <25 are needed.
Ramadan fasting,Liver Steatosis,Chemical Shift Imaging,Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease,Obesity
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_17436.html
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_17436_f356496b112add7ae147a36d1fa92710.pdf
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS)
Journal of Nutrition,Fasting and Health
2821-2746
9
3
2021
09
01
Validity and Reliability of the Persian Version of the Sports Nutritional Knowledge, Attitudes, Behaviors questionnaire in Adolescent Athletes
229
234
EN
Faezeh
Ahmadi
0000-0002-8687-8249
MSc of Exercise Physiology, Semnan University, Semnan, Iran.
faezehahmadi97@semnan.ac.ir
Mohsen
Ebrahimi
0000-0002-2337-6815
Assistant Professor of Exercise Physiology, Semnan University, Semnan, Iran.
mebrahimi@semnan.ac.ir
Valiolah
Kashani
0000-0003-4533-1017
Assistant Professor of Motor Behavior, Semnan University, Semnan, Iran.
vkashani@semnan.ac.ir
10.22038/jnfh.2021.57049.1330
<strong>Introduction:</strong> The present study aimed to evaluate the validity and reliability of the Persian version of the Sports Nutritional Knowledge, Attitudes, Behaviors questionnaire (SNKABQ) in adolescent athletes. <strong>Methods:</strong> SNKABQ was designed by Walsh et al. The questionnaire was translated and re-translated using the WHO standard method and in line with the Iranian culture and nutrition habits. The qualitative content validity of the questionnaire was assessed by five experts, time reliability was assessed using the test-retest method, and the correlation coefficient and differential validity were determined by comparing novice and skilled athletes using the Mann-Whitney U test. In addition, the internal consistency of the questionnaire was assessed based on Cronbach's alpha, and the questionnaire was completed by 191 male and female students aged 15-18 years. <strong>Results:</strong> The total time reliability of the questionnaire was estimated at 0.86, while it was 0.92 for eating and drinking habits, 0.75 for nutrition attitudes, 0.88 for nutrition knowledge, and 0.89 for nutrition information sources. Moreover, the Mann-Whitney U test indicated that the questionnaire has significant differential validity (P=0.00). The total internal reliability of the questionnaire was determined to be 0.74. The internal reliability of the subscales was also measured and estimated at 0.71 for eating and drinking habits, 0.80 for nutrition attitudes, and 0.70 for nutrition knowledge and nutrition information sources. <strong>Conclusion:</strong> SNKABQ had acceptable validity and reliability in the adolescent athletes and could be used as a tool for the assessment of Iranian adolescent athletes.
SNKABQ,Athlete students,Validity,Reliability
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_18368.html
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_18368_b5fbad3956ccbe570f4760d66ed787d4.pdf
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS)
Journal of Nutrition,Fasting and Health
2821-2746
9
3
2021
09
01
Effect of 12 Weeks of Regular Exercise with Vitamin C Supplementation on the Salivary IgA of Male High School Students
235
240
EN
Safdar
Mohammadnia
0000-0002-6632-4839
Department of Physical education and sport science, Islamshahr branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
mohammadnia.s@gmail.com
Saeid
Sedaghati
0000-0002-6802-1460
Department of Physical education and sport science, Islamshahr branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
sa49sd@gmail.com
Masoud
Hajirasouli
0000-0002-4837-471x
Department of Physical education and sport science, Islamshahr branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
hajirasouli@yahoo.com
Laleh
Behbudi
0000-0003-0524-5405
Department of Physical education and sport science, Islamshahr branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
behbudi@gmail.com
10.22038/jnfh.2021.55063.1317
<strong>Introduction: </strong>Immunoglobulins are humoral elements, which indicate the function of the immune system. Studies have shown that exercise and vitamin C supplementation could increase immunoglobulin levels. The present study aimed to evaluate the effect of 12 weeks of regular exercise with vitamin C supplementation on the salivary IgA of male high school students. <strong>Methods:</strong> This clinical trial was conducted on 40 male high school students who were randomly assigned to four groups of 10, including exercise with vitamin C supplementation, exercise, vitamin C supplementation, and control group. Groups one and two performed the selected exercises for three sessions, and groups one and three consumed three vitamin C tablets (250 mg) per week. Saliva samples were collected 24 hours before the first training session (pretest) and 48 hours after the last training session (posttest). Data analysis was performed in SPSS version 22 using t-test, one-way ANOVA, and Tukey’s post-hoc test at the significance level of P≤0.05. <strong>Results: </strong>Salivary IgA was significantly affected by 12 weeks of regular exercise and vitamin C supplementation. The differences between the groups indicated that the IgA levels in the exercise with vitamin C group (P=0.001) and exercise group (P=0.001) were significantly higher compared to the control group. However, no significant difference was observed between the control and vitamin C groups in this regard (P=0.49). <strong>Conclusion:</strong> According to the results, regular exercise and vitamin C supplementation could increase the salivary IgA levels of the male high school students.
Regular exercise,Vitamin C supplementation,Salivary IgA,Male high- school Students
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_17750.html
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_17750_bcd3f4e4bc81a2a253c0c6e23ab44f46.pdf
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS)
Journal of Nutrition,Fasting and Health
2821-2746
9
3
2021
09
01
Effects of Cinnamon Extract Consumption and Swimming Exercise on the Expression of ATGL and CGI-58 in the Visceral Adipose Tissue of Streptozotocin-induced Diabetic Rats
241
247
EN
Yashgin
Bakhshai
0000-0003-0773-0148
Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Gachsaran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Gachsaran, Iran.
yashgin.bakhshai68@gmail.com
Amin
Mohammadi
0000000205764099
Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Gachsaran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Gachsaran, Iran.
amin.mohammadi8@gmail.com
Ali
Khajehlandi
0000-0003-0461-4686
Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Gachsaran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Gachsaran, Iran.
a.khajehlandi@yahoo.com
10.22038/jnfh.2021.58212.1338
<strong>Introduction</strong><strong>: </strong>Diabetes is a widespread disease, and various techniques are used for its prevention, control, and treatment, including physical exercises and medicinal herbs. Natural medicines and exercise are comparatively inexpensive and cause fewer complications compared to chemical drugs. The present study aimed to evaluate the effects of a swimming course and cinnamon extract consumption on the expression of adipose triglyceride lipase and CGI-58 in the visceral adipose tissue of streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. <strong>Methods: </strong>This experimental study was conducted on 28 diabetic rats, which were randomly divided into four groups of seven, including 1) control (C),2) cinnamon use (Ci),3) swimming course(S), and 4) cinnamon extract with swimming (S+Ci). The animals received the intended treatment for six weeks in packs of three and four and five classes per week, while the rats in groups two and four received 200mg/kg of cinnamon orally every day for six weeks. Data analysis was performed using the one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Tukey’s post-hoc test at the significance level of P≤0.050. <strong>Results: </strong>The results of ANOVA indicated that <em>ATGL</em> gene expression in the S (P=0.04) and S+Ci groups (P=0.0001) was significantly higher than the control group. In addition, <em>ATGL</em> gene expression in the S group (P=0.0006) was higher compared to the Ci group, while it was significantly higher in the S+Ci group (P=0.0001) compared to the Ci and S groups. <em>CGI-58</em> gene expression in the S+Ci group (P=0.0001) was also significantly higher than the control, S, and Ci groups, while it was significantly higher in the S group (P=0.036) compared to the Ci group. <strong>Conclusion: </strong>According to the results, swimming exercise and cinnamon extract consumption increased the expression of CGI-58 and ATGL protein in the diabetic rats. Therefore, it seems that CGI-58 plays a key role in the activation of lipolysis by ATGL, and higher CGI-58 could increase ATGL, which ultimately accelerates the lipolysis process, reduces fat, and improves insulin resistance in the visceral adipose tissue<em>.</em>
Cinnamon extract,Swimming training,CGI-58,ATGL,Diabetic rats
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_18442.html
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_18442_a15014300a6421d1a8948d01661b7600.pdf
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS)
Journal of Nutrition,Fasting and Health
2821-2746
9
3
2021
09
01
Does Ramadan Fasting Alter the Resting Metabolic Rate, Body Composition and Dietary Intake of Overweight and Obese Adults?
248
253
EN
Afrooz
Pishbin
0000-0002-9024-840X
Department of Nutrition, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
pishbina961@mums.ac.ir
Reza
Rezvani
0000-0003-3585-9854
Department of Nutrition, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
rezvanir@mums.ac.ir
Maryam
Mashmoul
Department of Nutrition, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
mashmoulm3@mums.ac.ir
Abdolreza
Norouzy
0000-0001-6740-5502
Department of Nutrition, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
norouzya@mums.ac.ir
Maryam
Khosravi
0000-0001-9708-5466
Department of Nutrition, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
khosravim@mums.ac.ir
Golnaz
Ranjbar
0000-0003-0672-6323
Department of Nutrition, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
ranjbarg1@mums.ac.ir
Majid
Khadem-Rezaiyan
0000-0003-2698-176X
Department of community medicine, Medical School, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
khademrm@mums.ac.ir
Mohsen
Nematy
0000-0003-3202-2709
Department of Nutrition, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
nematym@mums.ac.ir
10.22038/jnfh.2020.52015.1297
<strong>Introduction:</strong> Ramadan fasting (RF) is a model of calorie restriction similar to intermittent fasting, which is extensively practiced by a large population of Muslims. Limited and controversial studies have investigated the physiological changes induced by 30 days of RF. The present study aimed to evaluate the effects of Ramadan fasting on the resting metabolic rate and body composition of overweight and obese individuals. <strong>Methods: </strong>This study was conducted on 21 men and women aged 18-40 years. The subjects avoided eating and drinking for one month during the holy month of Ramadan (at least 20 days) and received a routine diet without an intervention between Iftar and dawn (Sahur). Before and after the study, the energy of the basal metabolic rate was measured via indirect calorimetry, and body composition was measured by bioimpedance (InBody s10). In addition, the physical activity of each participant was evaluated using a pedometer during one week. During the study, each participant received a 24-hour recall once a week. <strong>Results: </strong>Compared to the pre-study period and after four weeks of RF, body weight (77.91±11.83 vs. 77.01 ±11.75 kg; P<0.05) decreased, while the body fat percentage (34.84±7.07 vs. 38.48±5.93%; P<0.001) increased. However, the resting metabolic rate had no significant changes (P=0.641), while the total fat-free mass and visceral fat mass significantly deceased after the study (P<0.001). The mean daily energy intake increased after the study compared to before RF (3,290±785.82 vs. 2,458±535.32 kcal; P<0.05). Moreover, the total carbohydrate and sugar intake increased significantly after RF (437.04±101.02 and 194.04±56.87 g per day vs. 310.09±87.12 and 60.42±31.57 g per day). <strong>Conclusion:</strong> According to the results, RF may effectively improve metabolic parameters and prevent the decline of the basal metabolic rate if accompanied by nutritional support and healthy dietary recommendations.
Ramadan fasting,Body composition,Resting Metabolic Rate,Obesity
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_17203.html
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_17203_34964466a6e127022642c9f606834b9f.pdf
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS)
Journal of Nutrition,Fasting and Health
2821-2746
9
3
2021
09
01
Interactive Effect of the Linum Usitatissimum Extracts and Exercise Rehabilitation on Aorta Endothelial and Heart Tissues Apoptosis Biomarkers
254
262
EN
Seyed Mostafa
Rezaei
0000-0003-1099-8401
Ph.D. Student, Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Mahallat Branch, Islamic Azad University. Mahallat, Iran.
smrezaei222@gmail.com
Bahram
Abedi
0000-0002-6858-5469
Professor, Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Mahallat Branch, Islamic Azad University. Mahallat, Iran.
abedi@iaumahallat.ac.ir
Hoseyn
Fatolahi
0000-0002-1496-9774
Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education, Pardis Branch, Islamic Azad University, Pardis, Iran.
hoseyn.fatolahi@pardisiau.ac.ir
10.22038/jnfh.2021.57173.1331
<strong>Introduction:</strong> As one of the most life-threatening illnesses, cardiovascular diseases are often discerned with a high apoptosis rate because of exposure to the high level of oxidative stresses. The present study has investigated the interaction of the <em>Linum Usitatissimum </em>(Lu) and aerobic exercise (Ae) on apoptosis of aortic endothelial and heart tissue in rats intoxicated by H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub>. <strong>Methods: </strong>56 male Albino Wistar rats were divided into 7 groups, included HC (Healthy Control), TC (Toxic-Control), Toxic-Lu1 (Received Lu, 5 mg/kg), Toxic-Lu2 (Received Lu, 10 mg/kg), Toxic-Ae (Received Aerobic Exercise), Toxic-Ae+Lu1, and Toxic-Ae+Lu2. Finally, the rats were sacrificed ethically, and the apoptotic biomarkers were measured in isolated aortic endothelial and heart tissues. <strong>Results: </strong>The interactive comparisons showed that the Ae and Lu and aerobic exercise had a significant interactive change on pro-apoptosis biomarkers. The BAX in aortic endothelial (P=0.0011) and heart (P=0.0007), caspase-3 in aortic endothelial (P=0.0006) and heart (P=0.0016), and Bcl-2 in aortic endothelial (P=0.0018) and heart (P=0.0016) have significant interactive changes. No significant independent effect was observed. Post hoc test showed that group Toxic-Ae+Lu2 have the most significant improvement compared to the TC group (P≤0.05). <strong>Conclusions: </strong>The simultaneous effect of Ae and Lu supplementation most effectively improved the apoptosis biomarkers and displayed potent cardioprotective effects compared to the singular administration of each intervention. Probably, the short rehabilitation period has caused non- significant independent changes. However, the interaction of Ae and Lu has shortened the treatment period.
H2O2 toxicity,Apoptosis,Oxidative stresses,Linum Usitatissimum,aerobic exercise
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_18490.html
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_18490_3c5d3f526cc7f277e94cc32fbd081fb7.pdf