Soy intake is related to a lower body mass index in adult women

Maskarinec, Gertraud; Aylward, Alison G.; Erber, Eva; Takata, Yumie; Kolonel, Laurence N.

doi:10.1007/s00394-008-0707-x

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“…This finding is consistent with the reports of other epidemiological and experimental studies that suggested that soy intake may promote weight loss. (27)(28)(29) However, others have suggested that soy intake among certain groups of people may be an indicator of a healthy lifestyle, which contributes to weight loss, and that weight loss is not directly related to the properties of soy. (27) While our study did not further investigate the effect of quantity or frequency of soy consumption against obesity, it may be worthwhile for such a study to be conducted.…”

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Prevalence of obesity and its associated risk factors among Chinese adults in a Malaysian suburban village

Chew

Mamot²,

Leong³

et al. 2014

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MeThODs This was a cross-sectional study conducted among the Chinese residents in Seri Kembangan New Village, Klang Valley, Selangor, Malaysia. Convenience sampling was used for the selection of participants. Body weight, height, waist and hip circumferences, and blood pressure were measured. Fasting venous plasma was drawn for the measurement of fasting glucose level and lipid profile. Data on sociodemographic factors, dietary habits, physical activity, perceived stress level and sleep duration were collected using interviewer-administered, pretested and validated questionnaires.ResUlTs Among the 258 Chinese residents (mean age 41.4 ± 10.0 years) recruited, the prevalence of obesity was 40%. The obese participants had significantly higher mean blood pressure, and triglyceride and fasting plasma glucose levels than the non-obese participants (p < 0.05). The obese participants also had a significantly lower high-density lipoprotein cholesterol level than the non-obese participants. Logistic regression analysis showed that drinking soy milk (adjusted odds ratio [OR] 0.447; 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.253-0.787; p < 0.05) and the perception that a balanced diet consists mainly of vegetables (adjusted OR 0.440; 95% CI 0.215-0.900; p < 0.05) were associated with a reduced risk of obesity. The risk of obesity was higher in younger participants (adjusted OR 2.714; 95% CI 1.225-6.011; p < 0.05). CONClUsIONThe prevalence of obesity was high among the apparently healthy suburban Chinese. Our findings suggest that soy milk consumption and the perception that a balanced diet consists mainly of vegetables are associated with a lower risk of developing obesity in this population.

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Prevalence of obesity and its associated risk factors among Chinese adults in a Malaysian suburban village

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Leong³

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“…fagifolia, Q. grandiflora and C. macrophyllum. Similarly to this work, there are reports in the literature that demonstrate that the use of plants may be related with reduced BMI. Maskarinec et al (2008) made this association with the use of soybean in adult women, and Ortega and co-workers et al (2006) reported this relationship with the consumption of vegetables and cereals.…”

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Investigation of the effects of peppermint (Mentha piperita) on the biochemical and anthropometric profile of university students

Barbalho¹,

Farinazzi-Machado²,

Oshiiwa³

et al. 2011

Ciênc. Tecnol. Aliment.

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“…There are plants that may contribute to the reduction of the body mass index (BMI) and show beneficial effects on the control of arterial blood pressure, such as Matico (Piper angustifolium R.), Guascas (Galinsoga parviflora), cocoa (Theobroma cacao), chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.), pea (Pisum sativum L.), fruits of Embelia ribes Burm, soy (Glycine max L.), and psyllium (Plantago psyllium L.) (RANILLA et al, 2010;SHIN et al, 2010;GRASSI et al, 2008;ALUKO, 2008;BHANDARI;ANSARI;ISLAM, 2008;MASKARINE et al, 2008;CICERO et al, 2007). In this study, after 30 days using quinoa cereal bar, 42.2% of the individuals showed reduced blood pressure and 40.7% showed reduced body weight.…”

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Use of cereal bars with quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa W.) to reduce risk factors related to cardiovascular diseases

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Quinoa is considered a pseudocereal with proteins of high biological value, carbohydrates of low glycemic index, phytosteroids, and omega-3 and 6 fatty acids that bring benefits to the human health. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of quinoa on the biochemical and anthropometric profile and blood pressure in humans, parameters for measuring risk of cardiovascular diseases. Twenty-two 18 to 45-year-old students were treated daily for 30 days with quinoa in the form of a cereal bar. Blood samples were collected before and after 30 days of treatment to determine glycemic and biochemical profile of the group. The results indicated that quinoa had beneficial effects on part of the population studied since the levels of total cholesterol, triglycerides, and LDL-c showed reduction. It can be concluded that the use of quinoa in diet can be considered beneficial in the prevention and treatment of risk factors related to cardiovascular diseases that are among the leading causes of death in today's globalized world. However, further studies are needed to prove the benefits observed.

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Soy intake is related to a lower body mass index in adult women

Abstract: Background-Experimental and epidemiologic studies suggest that soy may promote weight loss.

Cited by 24 publications

References 35 publications

Prevalence of obesity and its associated risk factors among Chinese adults in a Malaysian suburban village

Prevalence of obesity and its associated risk factors among Chinese adults in a Malaysian suburban village

Investigation of the effects of peppermint (Mentha piperita) on the biochemical and anthropometric profile of university students

Use of cereal bars with quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa W.) to reduce risk factors related to cardiovascular diseases

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