Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Metabolic Syndrome and Its Components in Latino Immigrants to the USA

Paixão, Talita Monsores; Teixeira, Liliane Reis; Andrade, Carlos Augusto Ferreira de; Sepulvida, Debora; Martinez-Silveira, Martha Sílvia; Nunes, Camila; Siqueira, Carlos Eduardo

doi:10.3390/ijerph20021307

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“…The HOMA-IR index (p < 0.001) also showed a positive association with liver disease. 10 The results of this study demonstrated the relationship between NASH and a set of risk factors that represent a complex disorder of modern civilization, MS. 5 Therefore, MS was associated with NASH through the following variables: positive diagnosis of type 2 DM, presence of obesity, high serum levels of glucose and insulin, high HDL-c, waist circumference with high adipose tissue, individuals conditioned individuals with high blood pressure and high HOMA-IR index scores. 6,7 Moreover, when risk factors are positive and increased, they are also indicators of more advanced degrees of fibrosis.…”

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Non-alcoholic hepatic steatosis and its relation with metabolic syndrome

Ribeiro,

Orlando,

Chaves

et al. 2023

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Objective: The aim of this study is to investigate the relationship between Non-Alcoholic Hepatic Steatosis (NASH) and Metabolic Syndrome (MS). Bibliographic review: NASH is a common liver condition in western industrialized countries, affecting individuals who do not consume alcohol. The pathogenesis of NASH involves environmental, genetic, and gut microbiota factors, and there is a strong association between NASH and MS, a condition that increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. The relationship between NASH and MS is complex, with both sharing features such as obesity, insulin resistance and inflammation. The study analyzed 13 articles and found a strong association between NASH and MS. Patients with NASH often have features of MS, including type 2 diabetes, obesity, and hypertension. Furthermore, the presence of MS is related to a higher risk of liver disease progression. The relationship between these conditions appears to be driven by factors such as elevated glucose, insulin resistance and increased visceral fat. Final considerations: NASH and MS are conditions that pose significant public health challenges, especially in developed countries. The prevention and control of these conditions are closely linked to the promotion of lifestyle changes, including a healthy diet and physical exercise. These changes can have a positive impact on the incidence and progression of both NASH and MS, improving quality of life and reducing the risks associated with these pathological conditions. In addition, the importance of considering genetics and other individual factors in the evaluation and management of these multifactorial conditions is highlighted.

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Non-alcoholic hepatic steatosis and its relation with metabolic syndrome

Ribeiro,

Orlando,

Chaves

et al. 2023

GHOA

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“…In a recently published meta-analysis from ( 11 ), 52 studies with 436,654 immigrant Latinos in the United States reported a pooled prevalence for arterial hypertension of 28% (95% confidence intervals (CIs): 23–33%), type 2 diabetes mellitus of 17% (95% CIs: 14–20%), general obesity of 37% (95% CIs: 33–40%), and abdominal obesity of 54% (95% CIs: 48–59%) ( 11 ). The obtained results from our participants were as follows: The prevalence of arterial hypertension was 8.8%, type 2 diabetes mellitus was 4.6%, and general obesity was 10.7%.…”

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“…According to data from the United States census ( 10 ), the Latin population reached a total of 62.5 million people in 2021, which shows a 19% increase from the 50.5 million of Latinos in 2010. Therefore, there is a high prevalence of general obesity among Latin immigrants ( 11 ).…”

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Prevalence of obesity, diabetes and hypertension in immigrant populations in northeastern Mexico

Gómez-Morales,

Rosas-Torres,

Hernández-Jiménez

et al. 2024

Front. Public Health

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IntroductionHispanic immigrants are a fast-growing population in the United States of America (USA) that disproportionately suffer from chronic diseases. Despite the increasing prevalence of obesity in Latin-American countries, only a few studies have examined the onset of chronic diseases in Mexican and Central American migrants in Mexico.ObjectiveThe objective of this study is to determine the prevalence of obesity, diabetes, and hypertension in Central American immigrants who are in the process of traveling through northeastern Mexico to the United States.MethodsAn observational, descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted among migrants, mostly Central Americans. Migrants who agreed to participate in the study were interviewed face-to-face by researchers to obtain their sociodemographic data. To obtain the prevalence, many health indicators related to obesity, diabetes, and hypertension, including weight, height, fasting glucose, and blood pressure, were measured.ResultsIn total, 520 migrants were interviewed; sociodemographic data indicated that most participants were men (76%), from Honduras (72.6%), single (61.2%), and have elementary level of education (48.6%). The somatometric evaluation revealed that 28.9% were diagnosed as overweight, 10.7% with obesity, and 3.3% with malnutrition. Of less prevalence, 8.8% were detected with hypertension and 4.6% had fasting hyperglycemia. The mean participant age was 29.11 ± 10.00 years. For each participant, the average weight was 66.72 ± 13.09 kg; the average height was 1.64 ± 0.08 m; the average body mass index (BMI) was 24.59 ± 4.32; the mean systolic and diastolic pressures were 116.26 ± 15.13 and 74 ± 9.65, respectively; and the average glycemia was 100.97 ± 21.99. El Salvador showed the highest proportion of people with diabetes (14.7%). Women who participated in this study had a higher proportion of obesity (23.4%, p = 0.02) and overweight (36.2%) than men (8.4 and 29.2%, respectively). People from Mexico, Nicaragua, and Honduras reported a high prevalence of overweight participants (63.6, 47.4, and 30.7%, respectively), while people from El Salvador and Nicaragua had a high prevalence of obese participants (23.5 and 21.1%, respectively).ConclusionWe found significant differences in the rates of obesity, diabetes, and hypertension between groups of Central American migrants and their place of origin, age, educational level, and gender. Our findings highlight the importance of exploring differences within groups of Central American migrants traveling through northeastern Mexico to the United States, which may explain several health indicators.

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Delivering ADAPT+ to Latino Families Living in Rural Communities: Feasibility and Acceptability of Implementing a Health Promotion Program Including Mindfulness

Stern

Rancourt

Lozano

et al. 2023

Journal of Pediatric Psychology

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Background Obesity is a major public health crisis in Latino youth. Mounting evidence implicates stress in the development and maintenance of obesity. This study examined the feasibility and acceptability of having community health workers, i.e., promotoras, deliver Adaptando Dieta y Acción Para Todos (ADAPT)+, a family-based health promotion program integrating mindfulness strategies for stress reduction to underserved Latino families in rural communities. Methods In an ORBIT model Phase IIb longitudinal quasi-cluster feasibility study, promotoras delivered the 6-session ADAPT+ intervention and 1-session Enhanced Usual Care (EUC) in rural Florida. Feasibility was assessed via sample size and recruitment, randomization by community, data collection completion, and intervention fidelity. Acceptability was assessed via participant retention and program satisfaction. Effect sizes of differences in parent stress and mindful eating between conditions at baseline, end of treatment, and 3-month follow-up were calculated. Results Feasibility and acceptability were demonstrated. The recruitment target was 99% met (n = 95 recruited). Randomization was limited to site level due to coronavirus disease 2019-related challenges. Data collection procedures were feasible (100% completion). Retention was 86% at post-assessment and 82.6% at 3-month follow-up. All sessions were completed (100% fidelity). Mean program satisfaction was 3.91/4.00. ADAPT+ parents reported lower stress (difference = −3.04, medium-to-large effect, d = .70) and more mindful eating (difference = 2.00, medium effect, d = .44) than EUC parents at 3-month follow-up. Conclusion Study implementation and intervention delivery to rural Latino families using promotoras were feasible and acceptable. Promising findings regarding parent stress and mindful eating support a larger (ORBIT Phase III) efficacy trial. Clinical Trial Registration This trial was registered with ClinicalTrials.gov under identifier NCT04800432.

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Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Metabolic Syndrome and Its Components in Latino Immigrants to the USA

Cited by 3 publications

References 71 publications

Non-alcoholic hepatic steatosis and its relation with metabolic syndrome

Non-alcoholic hepatic steatosis and its relation with metabolic syndrome

Prevalence of obesity, diabetes and hypertension in immigrant populations in northeastern Mexico

Delivering ADAPT+ to Latino Families Living in Rural Communities: Feasibility and Acceptability of Implementing a Health Promotion Program Including Mindfulness

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