Evaluating the association between the Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay (MIND) diet, mental health, and cardio-metabolic risk factors among individuals with obesity.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Several previous investigations have examined the brain-protective role of the Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay (MIND) diet. However, more knowledge is needed about the MIND diet's other favorable impacts. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between the MIND diet, mental health, and metabolic markers in individuals with obesity.

Methods

In this cross-sectional study, we included 339 individuals with obesity (BMI ≥ 30 kg/m²) aged 20-50 years. We utilized a semi-quantitative Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ), we assessed dietary intake, including 168 food items, and calculated the value of MIND. Metabolic syndrome (MetS) was defined according to the National Cholesterol Education Program Adult Treatment Pa

SUBMITTER: Ardekani AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9893576 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature