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Department of Movement, Human, and Health Sciences, University of Rome “Foro Italico”, 00135 Rome, Italy
Department of Biomedical, Metabolic and Neural Sciences, Section of Public Health, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Via Campi 287, 41125 Modena, Italy

The Link Between Dietary Patterns and Health Outcomes

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Dear Colleagues,

A proper diet can help prevent, manage, or reverse non-communicable health conditions like obesity, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. This has propelled a weight loss industry worth billions of dollars which has raised its profile on social media. However, the universal effectiveness and risks of different dietary approaches for the general population remain unclear. Recent evidence has focused on the link between food consumption and disease prevention, leading to the development of various food guidance tools. This topic can also be addressed to all scientists who study not only the link between dietary patterns and health outcomes, as well as the therapeutic potential of food-derived compounds, but also analyze them using in vitro, in vivo, and in silico methodologies to determine the following: the impact of dietary patterns on the risks of diet-related diseases; the interactions between functionalized foods and other food components in the context of human health; novel technologies aiming to provide nutraceuticals to the organism in an active form; and the pros and cons of nutraceutical foods. We also seek studies that explore new approaches or innovative strategies to promote healthy lifestyles in children, adults, and vulnerable populations. Moreover, new nutritional trends and dietary recommendations can address both environmental sustainability and nutrition concerns by balancing the current overconsumption of grains and meats with greater intakes of vegetables, fruits, and aquatic products. The Editor invites research submissions on the connections between dietary patterns and health outcomes, health, and well-being across different age groups and in various settings (e.g., community, home, workplace, and school). Original articles, literature reviews, meta-analyses, brief reports, and commentaries are welcome.

Dr. Federica Valeriani
Dr. Stefania Paduano
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Keywords

  • foods
  • nutrients
  • dietary patterns
  • dietary guidelines
  • food synergy
  • food innovation
  • circular economy
  • sustainability

Participating Journals

Journal Name Impact Factor CiteScore Launched Year First Decision (median) APC
Dairy
dairy
- 4.4 2020 27.8 Days CHF 1200 Submit
Dietetics
dietetics
- - 2022 42.5 Days CHF 1000 Submit
Nutraceuticals
nutraceuticals
- - 2021 23.2 Days CHF 1000 Submit
Nutrients
nutrients
4.8 9.2 2009 13.5 Days CHF 2900 Submit
Healthcare
healthcare
2.4 3.5 2013 20.3 Days CHF 2700 Submit

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Plant-Based vs. Animal-Based Diets: Appetitive Traits and Dietary Patterns in Adults Based on Cross-Sectional Surveys
by Klaudia Wiśniewska, Katarzyna Małgorzata Okręglicka, Mariusz Jaworski and Aneta Nitsch-Osuch
Nutrients 2025, 17(3), 573; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17030573 - 4 Feb 2025
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Background: Dietary patterns play a crucial role in shaping eating behaviours and influencing health outcomes, such as body weight. Understanding how appetitive traits differ between plant-based and animal-based diets can provide insights into dietary strategies for weight management and improved health. Objectives: The [...] Read more.
Background: Dietary patterns play a crucial role in shaping eating behaviours and influencing health outcomes, such as body weight. Understanding how appetitive traits differ between plant-based and animal-based diets can provide insights into dietary strategies for weight management and improved health. Objectives: The aim of this study was to analyse the relationships between appetitive traits, as measured by the Adult Eating Behaviour Questionnaire (AEBQ), and dietary patterns in adults consuming plant-based or animal-based diets. It examined how these dietary patterns influence body mass index (BMI) and explored the differences in appetite-related traits between groups with different levels of plant and animal product consumption. Methods: A cross-sectional survey of 553 Polish adults was conducted using validated questionnaires, including the AEBQ and a food frequency questionnaire (FFQ). The participants were categorised into four dietary groups: high intake of both plant and animal products, low intake of both, plant-based diet, and animal-based diet. The data were analysed using SPSS version 14.0 software. Results: The participants on a plant-based diet had significantly lower BMIs and slower eating rates than those on an animal-based diet. Positive correlations were observed between ’food approach’ traits (e.g., food responsiveness, emotional overeating) and BMI, particularly in individuals with higher animal product consumption. Conversely, ’food avoidance’ traits (e.g., food fussiness, slowness in eating) were more prevalent among those on a plant-based diet. Conclusions: The results suggest that plant-based diets are associated with favourable appetitive traits and a lower BMI. These findings highlight the potential of plant-based diets to support weight control and improve eating behaviours. Further research is warranted to investigate the causal mechanisms underlying these associations. Full article
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