Age and fasting blood sugar levels are associated factors for mindful eating among Type 2 diabetes mellitus patients during COVID-19 pandemic confinement

Chamhuri, Nurul Hayati; Tohit, Noorlaili Mohd; Azzeri, Amirah; Chamhuri, Norshamliza; Alias, Siti Rohani M

doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0274327

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“…These findings suggest that individuals with lower BMIs may possess a more mindful approach to eating, which could potentially contribute to improved metabolic outcomes. These findings are consistent with several studies demonstrating a correlation between obesity and decreased levels of mindful eating among individuals [ 21 - 23 ]. In Özkan et al's study, although the study population did not specifically consist of individuals with diabetes, higher MEQ-30 scores were associated with lower anthropometric measurements [ 24 ].…”

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Mindful Eating and Current Glycemic Control in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

Erbakan,

Arslan Bahadir,

Gonen

et al. 2024

Cureus

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Objective Lifestyle adjustments are essential in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Mindful eating involves being more attentive to and aware of meals. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between mindful eating and glycemic control, as well as body mass index (BMI), in people with T2DM. Materials and methods This cross-sectional study included 448 participants who had been diagnosed with T2DM for at least six months. The participants were categorized into three groups based on their HbA1c levels. The Turkish adaptation of the Mindful Eating Questionnaire (MEQ-30) was employed to assess levels of mindful eating behavior. Obesity was defined as a BMI ≥ 30. Anthropometric measurements, laboratory tests, and questionnaire responses were also collected. Results Participants with well-controlled diabetes (HbA1c ≤7%) demonstrated significantly higher scores on the MEQ-30 and its various subgroups in comparison to those with poorly controlled diabetes (HbA1c >9%). The suboptimal glycemic control groups exhibited noticeable variations in mindful eating behaviors. Moreover, participants with lower BMIs displayed stronger inclinations toward mindful eating. Weak negative correlations were observed between BMI and specific MEQ-30 subgroups. Notably, subgroups such as emotional eating, eating control, eating discipline, and interference demonstrated weak negative correlations with the HbA1c levels. Conclusion Higher levels of mindful eating were associated with lower levels of HbA1c and BMI, indicating that incorporating mindful eating practices may present promising advantages for individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, specifically in terms of glycemic control and weight management.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 93%

Mindful Eating and Current Glycemic Control in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

Erbakan,

Arslan Bahadir,

Gonen

et al. 2024

Cureus

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“…[32] The association between uncertainty in dietary behavior changes during Ramadan and weight gain underscores the potential benefits of mindful eating practices. [33] The incongruity between self-perceived health improvement and actual lifestyle modifications suggests a complex interplay between perception and behavior that requires further exploration.…”

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Determinants of body weight changes during Ramadan fasting in India amid COVID-19: A cross-sectional study

Khan,

Annadurai

et al. 2024

Medicine

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Ramadan intermittent fasting (RIF) presents unique challenges and opportunities for public health and clinical practice, especially in populations with a high prevalence of non-communicable diseases. This study aims to investigate the impact of RIF on weight change among Indian Muslims and explore the associated demographic, dietary, and behavioral factors. A cross-sectional survey was conducted with a sample of Indian Muslim adults who observed RIF. Participants were asked to report their demographic information, family and personal health history, and dietary and lifestyle behaviors before and during Ramadan month. The primary outcome was body weight change, with secondary outcomes including changes in dietary patterns, physical activity, and other health-related lifestyle behaviors. The study found that during Ramadan, nearly half of the participants (48.5%) self-reported a retained initial weight, while a significant fraction (30.9%) self-reported a modest weight reduction between 0.5 to 2.5 kg at the end of Ramadan. Additionally, self-reported eating practices demonstrated moderately altered by about half (48.4%) of the study participants, with 32.2% reporting minor changes and 8.2% indicating substantial changes. An urban residence was associated with a higher likelihood of weight gain, where urban residents showed 3 times the odds of increased weight compared to rural inhabitants. Employment status emerged as a significant determinant for weight fluctuation, influencing both weight gain and loss. During Ramadan, there was a significant rise in snacking frequency, increasing from 21.7% to 32.6% in comparison with pre-Ramadan. The consumption of large quantities of food more frequently grew from 14.9% to 36%, and the incidence of eating despite not being hungry went up from 17.4% to 33.2%. The study demonstrates that RIF is associated with variable changes in body weight among adult Indian Muslims, influenced by urbanization, employment status, and dietary changes. The findings suggest that clinicians should provide tailored advice about body weight regulation during Ramadan and consider integrating community-based health initiatives within religious settings to improve health outcomes.

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“…e mulheres que comem com frequência em restaurantes (TIMMERMAN;BROWN, 2012). A alimentação consciente tem se mostrado benéfica aos indivíduos diabéticos(YOUNGWANICHSETHA;PHUMDOUNG;INGKATHAWORNWONG, 2014;MILLER et al, 2014;TAK et al, 2015;BOGGISS et al, 2020;CHAMHURI et al, 2022) tornando-se uma abordagem recomendada por profissionais da saúde de retreinar comportamentos alimentares para aqueles que tem apoio nutricional e/ou frequentam programas de educação em diabetes. Essas intervenções encorajaram especificamente a alimentação consciente e ensinaram os participantes sobre escolhas alimentares.…”

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Mindful Eating Aplicado Em Pacientes Com Diabetes Miellitus: Revisão Narrativa

Aires¹,

Santos²,

Araújo³

et al. 2023

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O diabetes mellitus é considerado um problema de saúde global caracterizado pela hiperglicemia. A terapia nutricional vem sendo fundamental para a obtenção do bom controle glicêmico tornando-se decisiva para o sucesso do tratamento farmacológico. Neste contexto, este estudo objetivou a discussão sobre a alimentação consciente (mindful eating) e como ela pode ser benéfica no gerenciamento do diabetes. Para isso, foi realizada uma revisão narrativa utilizando as bases de dados Pubmed, LILACS, Scielo e Google Acadêmico com os seguintes descritores em inglês (DeCS/MeSH): “diabetes mellitus”, “mindful eating”, “nutrition” e “treatament”. Foram incluídos para a síntese 5 estudos no qual apresentaram-se maiores detalhes sobre a “aplicação da alimentação consciente em pacientes diabéticos”. A maioria dos estudos tinha número amostral superior à 20 pessoas. Os pacientes, em sua maioria, foram diagnosticados com diabetes mellitus do tipo 2 e obesidade. Os estudos aplicaram técnicas que ensinaram os pacientes a comer de forma consciente. De acordo com os resultados obtidos, a idade avançada vem sendo relacionada como fator independente associado a altos níveis de alimentação consciente, além disso, níveis mais altos de atenção plena foram relacionados a um menor e mais contido comportamento alimentar externo e emocional em adultos diabéticos. Os achados sugerem que essa abordagem pode ser uma estratégia promissora no auxílio do tratamento no diabetes. No entanto, a realização de estudos prospectivos e/ou experimentais são necessários para melhor compreender como a consciência alimentar pode atuar no tratamento da doença.

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Age and fasting blood sugar levels are associated factors for mindful eating among Type 2 diabetes mellitus patients during COVID-19 pandemic confinement

Cited by 6 publications

References 36 publications

Mindful Eating and Current Glycemic Control in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

Mindful Eating and Current Glycemic Control in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

Determinants of body weight changes during Ramadan fasting in India amid COVID-19: A cross-sectional study

Mindful Eating Aplicado Em Pacientes Com Diabetes Miellitus: Revisão Narrativa

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