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Wise Choices: Nutrition, Physical Activity and Mental Health in Treatment and Prevention of Chronic Conditions

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A special issue of Nutrients (ISSN 2072-6643). This special issue belongs to the section "Nutrition and Public Health".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (5 February 2024) | Viewed by 6782

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Prof. Dr. Georg Seifert

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Department of Pediatrics, Division of Oncology and Hematology, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
Interests: integrative medicine; prevention; health promotion in chronic conditions; whole medical systems; traditional medicine
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Dr. Christian Kessler

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Institute of Social Medicine, Epidemiology and Health Economics, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
Interests: integrative medicine; nutrition; traditional medicine; mind-body medicine

Dr. Michael Jeitler

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Dr. Wiebke Stritter

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Department of Pediatrics, Division of Oncology and Hematology, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
Interests: integrative medicine; health system research; mental health; psycho-social aspects of diseases; health promotion and prevention

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Dear Colleagues,

The long-term study ‘Global Burden of Disease’ has demonstrated that genes and medical care for health carry less importance and relevance than previously assumed (Afshin, 2019). On the other hand, individual nutritional and lifestyle factors are highly relevant for a great number of the most prevalent chronic diseases. Along with chronic stress and a lack of exercise, nutrition is one of the most important risk factors for the development of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Lifestyle and nutritional and behavioral medicine are therefore becoming increasingly important in the prevention and treatment of NDCs and chronic conditions for physical and mental health.

This Special Issue will take this into account by addressing links between nutrition, lifestyle, and health in medical care, health promotion, and prevention. Alongside clinical studies, narrative/scoping/systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and selected case-report submissions are also welcome.

We look forward to your contributions!

Prof. Dr. Georg Seifert
Dr. Christian Kessler
Dr. Michael Jeitler
Dr. Wiebke Stritter
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lifestyle medicine
behavioral medicine
non-communicable diseases
chronic diseases
diet
nutrition
mental health
physical activity
whole medical systems
traditional medicine
integrative medicine
complementary medicine
mind-body medicine
phytotherapy

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Are Protective Activities and Limitations in Practical Skills of Daily Living Associated with the Cognitive Performance of People with Mild Cognitive Impairment? Baseline Results from the BrainFit-Nutrition Study

by Petra Scheerbaum, Elmar Graessel, Sophia Boesl, Etienne Hanslian, Christian S. Kessler and Julia-Sophia Scheuermann

Nutrients 2023, 15(16), 3519; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15163519 - 10 Aug 2023

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Limitations in daily living have not yet been described adequately for mild cognitive impairment (MCI). In this study, we investigated first, time spent on protective activities (social, mental, and physical) and second, limitations in practical skills of daily living, both for people with MCI. We used baseline data from 270 individuals who participated in the randomized controlled trial BrainFit-Nutrition. The Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) was used to identify people with MCI. Participants were asked how much time they spent engaged in social, mental, and physical activities each week. Furthermore, the Bayer-ADL scale was used to quantify deficits in activities of daily living (ADLs). Regarding protection, the number of hours spent engaged in the three activity areas was significantly correlated with the cognitive performance in people with MCI. Social activities were positively associated with current cognitive performance. Concerning the limitations in practical skills of daily living, older and more cognitively impaired individuals were affected. Memory and orientation appear to be among the first practical skills of daily living that become impaired in people with MCI. Treatment recommendations for people with MCI include an increase in social, mental, and physical activities as well as the promotion of a healthy lifestyle. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Wise Choices: Nutrition, Physical Activity and Mental Health in Treatment and Prevention of Chronic Conditions)

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Benefits of the Light Consumption of Red Wine in Pain, Tender Points, and Anxiety in Women with Fibromyalgia: A Pilot Study

by María Victoria González-López-Arza, José Vicente Triviño-Palomo, Jesús Montanero-Fernández, Elisa María Garrido-Ardila, Blanca González-Sánchez, María Jiménez-Palomares and Juan Rodríguez-Mansilla

Nutrients 2023, 15(15), 3469; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15153469 - 05 Aug 2023

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Background: Fibromyalgia (FM) is characterized by chronic widespread pain, as well as anxiety, sadness, and depression. These symptoms are present in most patients and have a negative impact on their daily, family, and social life. The role of neurotransmitters in the pathophysiology of FM has been extensively discussed. The scientific evidence shows that levels of serotonin are decreased in patients with FM. Numerous studies support the beneficial effects that moderate wine consumption has on the body, with cardiovascular, endocrine, bone, and muscle improvements. Objective: The objective of this pilot study was to assess whether light consumption of red wine improves the main symptoms of FM. Methods: The study consisted of an experimental study with a control group with a total of 60 women diagnosed with FM following the American College of Rheumatology’s criteria. The experimental group ingested 15 g of alcohol per day, in the form of red wine, over a period of four weeks. The outcome measures were: the level of pain in tender points, sadness, anxiety, depression, and quality of life. The assessments tools were: tender point graphics, the visual analogue scale (for the assessment of pain and sadness), the Hamilton Anxiety Scale, the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale, and the Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire. The measurements were completed before and after the consumption of red wine. In addition, the differences between groups were evaluated in terms of drug consumption in the pre-intervention and follow-up phases. Results: Statistically significant improvements were obtained in the wine ingestion group for the variables of pain (p = 0.038), tender points (p < 0.001), and anxiety (p = 0.028). An improvement in the mean values was observed in favor of the experimental group for the variables of sadness, depression, and quality of life. The differences observed in the changes seen in the groups that were in favor of the wine ingestion group should not be attributed to the consumption of drugs but to the fact that the experimental group had a light intake of red wine. Conclusions: The results of this pilot study suggest a potential relationship between alcohol intake through the light consumption of red wine as part of the patients’ diet and the improvement of the main symptoms of fibromyalgia. Future studies are necessary to confirm these preliminary data; a bigger sample and a controlled diet should be considered, and the mechanisms through which improvements are achieved should be analyzed. Full article

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Exploring the Interrelationships between Diabetes, Nutrition, Anxiety, and Depression: Implications for Treatment and Prevention Strategies

by Raedeh Basiri, Blessing Seidu and Mark Rudich

Nutrients 2023, 15(19), 4226; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15194226 - 30 Sep 2023

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Across the world, diabetes, depression, and anxiety symptoms have gained widespread recognition as significant public health issues. Recent research has unveiled a mutually influential relationship between diabetes and these two mental health conditions, where each disorder impacts the course and outcomes of the others. The role of nutrition emerges as pivotal in preventing and treating depression, anxiety, and diabetes. A thorough literature review was undertaken to investigate the reciprocal effects between anxiety, depression, and diabetes, including their impact on the development and severity of each condition. Additionally, the effects of nutrition on the prevention and management of depression, anxiety, diabetes, and related complications in at-risk individuals were assessed. Our findings show that mental disorders, such as depression and anxiety, increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and are associated with poorer glycemic control, increased diabetes-related complications, and higher mortality rates. Conversely, diabetes is also linked with an increased risk of developing depression and anxiety. The biological, psychological, and social factors that contribute to the comorbidity between these two conditions are complex and multifaceted. Therefore, an integrated approach to the management of both conditions is critical for improving patient outcomes and reducing the overall burden of disease. Nutritional interventions should be utilized to reduce the risk of diabetes in patients with anxiety and depression as well as enhance mental health in patients with diabetes. Full article

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