scholarly journals Pilates for Overweight or Obesity: A Meta-Analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yi Wang ◽  
Zehua Chen ◽  
Zugui Wu ◽  
Xiangling Ye ◽  
Xuemeng Xu

Background: Evidence for the efficacy of Pilates for the modulation of body weight and body composition is unclear.Objective: This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the effects of Pilates on body weight and body composition in adults with overweight or obesity.Data Sources: The PubMed, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), and EMBASE databases were systematically searched from the inception dates to 12 November 2020 for relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs).Study Selection: Randomized controlled trials comparing Pilates with other physical exercises or without any intervention were included.Data Extraction and Synthesis: Three reviewers independently performed the data extraction and assessed study quality. The mean differences (MDs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for pooled data were calculated.Main Outcomes and Measures: Outcome measures were body weight, body mass index (BMI), body fat percentage, lean body mass, and waist circumference.Results: Eleven RCTs with 393 subjects were included. This study revealed that Pilates dramatically reduces body weight (MD = −2.40, 95% CI: [−4.04, −0.77], P = 0.004, I2 = 51%), BMI (MD = −1.17, 95% CI: [−1.85, −0.50], P = 0.0006, I2 = 61%), and body fat percentage (MD = −4.22, 95% CI: [−6.44, −2.01], P = 0.0002, I2 = 88%) in adults with overweight or obesity. The reduction in body weight and body fat percentage appears to be more pronounced in studies including participants with obesity only, and the efficacy of Pilates for the improvement of body weight and BMI appears to be more evident in longer intervention duration. However, Pilates has no significant effect on waist circumference (MD = −2.65, 95% CI: [−6.84, 1.55], P = 0.22, I2 = 0%) and lean body mass (MD = −0.00, 95% CI: [−1.40, 1.40], P = 1.00, I2 = 23%).Conclusions: Pilates dramatically reduces body weight, BMI, and body fat percentage in adults with overweight or obesity. Large-scale and well-designed RCTs with improved methodology and reporting are urgently needed to further confirm these results.

2020 ◽  
Vol 79 (OCE2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Monika Młodzik-Czyżewska ◽  
Anna Malinowska ◽  
Agata Chmurzynska

AbstractA link has recently been underlined between one-carbon metabolism and body weight and body composition, suggesting that folate may account for body mass determination and lipid metabolism. The aim of this study was thus to analyze whether folate intake is associated with body weight, body mass index (BMI), body fat percentage, and liver status.409 subjects aged 20–40 were enrolled in Poznań, Poland from 2016 to 2018. Food intake was assessed using three-day food records. Folate intake was calculated based on food composition tables using the Diet 5.0 program (National Food and Nutrition Institute, Poland). Weight to 0.1 kg and height to 0.01 m were measured using an electronic scale and a stadiometer, respectively. BMI was calculated as body weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared. Fat mass and lean body mass were determined using whole-body air-displacement plethysmography (BodPod, Cosmed, Italy). Genotyping of rs1801133 (MTHFR) was performed with TaqMan probes. The following biomarkers of liver steatosis were calculated: NAFLD liver fat score (NAFLD-LFS), fatty liver index (FLI), and hepatic steatosis index (HSI). To analyze the associations between folate intake and the measured parameters, we used multiple regression with adjustments for age, sex, and energy intake.The mean body weight was 78.57 ± 18.14 kg, BMI 25.96 ± 5.28 kg/m2, and fat percentage 29.20% ± 10.78%. The median folate intake was 299.3 μg/day. Dietary folate intake was negatively associated with body weight, BMI, and body fat percentage (p < 0.05 for all associations). Folate intake was also associated with fatty liver indices—namely HSI (p < 0.05) and FLI (p < 0.05). There was no association between folate intake and NAFLD-LFS. MTHFR rs1801133 polymorphism was not associated with any of the measured parameters.Our findings suggest that folate intake may affect body weight and composition, as well as liver status. Higher folate intake could have a protective effect against obesity, but further studies are necessary to investigate the mechanism.The authors declare that they have no conflict of interests.This work was supported by the Polish National Science Centre(grants 2014/15/B/NZ9/02134 and 2016/21/N/NZ9/01195).


2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 19
Author(s):  
Suci Eka Putri ◽  
Adelina Irmayani Lubis

Body mass index (BMI) is to monitor nutritional status adults, especially those related to deficiency and overweight. Body fat percentage can describe the risk of degenerative diseases.This study was conducted to measure the relationship between BMI and body fat percentage. Methods An analytical study was conducted to 41 male and 51 female participant from Universitas Teuku Umar. The body weight was measured using scales, whereas the body height was measured using microtoise. The body fat percentage was measured using Karada Scan. The BMI was calculated by dividing the body weight in kilogram divided by body height in meter square. Data was collected from 16-18th February 2021 and analyzed by Pearson’s correlation test. The results showed BMI underweight, normal, and overweight were 10,9, 57,6, and 31,5. High body fat percentage in men were 75,6% and in women were 35,5%. There is a relationship between the nutritional status of the women group and the body fat percentage with p-value is obtained = 0.021. Furthermore, for men, there is no relationship between nutritional status in the men group and the body fat percentage. There is a relationship between nutritional status and body fat percentage in women. Among this population, BMI can still be used to determine body fat percentage


Author(s):  
GowriSankar Singaraju ◽  
KSai Sandeep ◽  
VKarunakar Reddy ◽  
Prasad Mandava ◽  
VenkataN Bhavikati ◽  
...  

Nutrients ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (11) ◽  
pp. 2790 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mu ◽  
Kou ◽  
Wei ◽  
Lu ◽  
Liu ◽  
...  

Background: The effect of soy products on the weight of overweight or obese people is controversial, so we aimed to conduct a systematic review and a meta-analysis of published randomized controlled trials to analyze whether supplementation with soy products can help them to lose weight. Methods: The relevant data before January 2019 in PubMed, Embase and Cochrane Library were searched. A random-effect model was adopted to calculate the weighted average difference of net changes of body weight, body mass index (BMI), body fat percentage, fat mass, waist circumference, etc. Results: A total of 22 trials (870 overweight or obese participants) were reflected in the present meta-analysis. Analysis showed that soy products significantly reduced body weight, BMI, body fat percent and waist circumference in overweight or obese Asian populations (−0.37 kg, P = 0.010; −0.27 kg/m2, P = 0.042; −0.36%, P = 0.032; −0.35 cm, P = 0.049) and more significant effects were observed in non-menopausal women reduced body weight (−0.59 kg, P = 0.041), BMI (−0.59, P = 0.041) and waist circumference (−0.59 cm, P = 0.041) in overweight or obese populations. Conclusion: This meta-analysis showed that soy products have weight loss effects, mainly due to soy protein, isoflavone and soy fiber.


2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hanrui Zheng ◽  
Min Liu ◽  
Sheyu Li ◽  
Qingyang Shi ◽  
Shengzhao Zhang ◽  
...  

BackgroundSodium-glucose-cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors have proven to be effective in improving glycemic control and lowering body weight in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. However, the efficacy and safety on weight loss in adults with overweight or obesity but not diabetes remain unclear. In this article, we aimed to identify the efficacy and safety of SGLT2 inhibitors in adults with overweight or obesity but not diabetes in randomized controlled studies (RCTs).MethodsWe searched for RCTs concerning SGLT2 inhibitors in adults with overweight or obesity but not diabetes in Medline (Ovid SP), Embase (Ovid SP), Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (Ovid SP), and ClinicalTrials.gov up to February 2021. The primary outcomes were changes in body weight and body mass index (BMI). Trial sequential analysis (TSA) was used to test the reliability of the primary outcomes. We analyzed the data using Review Manager 5.3 and pooled data to calculate the mean differences (MDs) or the relative risk (RR). We assessed the evidence quality of evidence of outcomes according to GRADE.ResultsSix randomized controlled trials involving 872 individuals were included in the meta-analysis. Compared to the placebo group, the SGLT2 inhibitors group had statistically significant reductions in absolute changes in body weight (MD: -1.42 kg, 95% CI: -1.70 to -1.14; P&lt;0.00001) and BMI (MD: -0.47 kg/m2, 95% CI: -0.63 to -0.31; P&lt;0.00001) in SGLT2 inhibitors group, as indicated by TSA. However, no significant benefits were observed in the SGLT2 inhibitors group in terms of waist circumference (MD: -1.34 cm, 95%CI: -2.75 to 0.07; Z=1.86, P=0.06) compared with the placebo group. The GRADE profiles indicated very low-quality evidence for body weight change and low-quality evidence for BMI change. SGLT2 inhibitors were generally safe and well tolerated.ConclusionSGLT2 inhibitors could be used in selected adults with overweight and obesity but not diabetes if they are at low risk of genital infection and urinary infection. Further studies are warranted to confirm the efficacy and safety of SGLT2 inhibitors in adults with overweight or obesity but not diabetes for long-term weight management.Systematic Review Registration[https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/#loginpage], identifier [PROSPERO, CRD42021252931]


2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 52
Author(s):  
Ismi Faizah ◽  
Lailatul Muniroh

Background: Obesity is a global health problem. Various attempts are made to control weight, one of which is by adjusting the diet. South beach diet is one of the strategies in weight control. South beach diet applies a diet with good carbohydrate and good fats.Objectives: The purpose of this study was to analyze body weight change, body mass index and body fat percentage of clients post south beach diet in My Meal Catering Surabaya.Methods: This research is a longitudinal observational study with a sample size of 30 clients My Meal Catering. Data was collected by interview using a questionnaire GPAQ to obtain data of physical activity and form food recall for 48 ours. Data collection includes BW, BMI and BFP carried out by measurement using digital scales and bio scan. The results obtained are then compared before and after south beach diet on day 14 (phase 1) and 28 (phase 2).Results: The results showed that the average respondents on south beach diet phase 1 weight loss of 2.4 kg, body mass index of 0.8 kg/m2 and body fat percentage of 1.3%. The average respondents on south beach diet phase 2 lost weight 1.4 kg, body mass index of 0.5 kg/m2 and body fat percentage of 1.3%.Conclusions: South beach diet affects lose body weight, body mass index and body fat percentage change of My Meal Catering clients. Respondents are expected to be familiar with a healthy diet and apply then adopt it into a lifestyle for the next, step by step.ABSTRAKLatar Belakang: Obesitas merupakan masalah kesehatan yang bersifat global. Berbagai macam upaya yang dilakukan untuk mengontrol berat badan, salah satunya yaitu dengan mengatur pola makan. Diet south beach merupakan salah satu strategi dalam mengontrol berat badan dengan menerapkan pola makan dengan karbohidrat baik dan lemak baik.Tujuan: Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menganalisis perubahan berat badan, indeks massa tubuh dan persentase lemak tubuh klien pasca pemberian diet south beach di My Meal Catering Surabaya.Metode: Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian observasional longitudinal dengan sampel sebesar 30 orang. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan wawancara menggunakan kuisioner GPAQ untuk mendapatkan data aktivitas fisik dan form food recall 2 x24 jam untuk melihat asupan makanan. Pengumpulan data meliputi berat badan, indeks massa tubuh dan persen lemak tubuh dilakukan dengan pengukuran menggunakan timbangan digital dan bioscan. Hasil yang didapatkan kemudian dibandingkan sebelum dengan sesudah pada hari ke 14 (fase 1) dan hari ke 28 (fase 2) menjalani diet south beach.Hasil: Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa rata-rata responden pada diet south beach fase 1 terjadi penurunan berat badan sebanyak 2,4 kg, indeks massa tubuh sebesar 0,8 kg/m2 dan persentase lemak tubuh sebanyak 1,3%. Rata-rata responden pada diet south beach fase 2 terjadi penurunan berat badan sebanyak 1,4 kg, indeks massa tubuh sebesar 0,5 kg/m2 dan persentase lemak tubuh sebanyak 1,3%.Kesimpulan: Pemberian diet south beach dapat menurunkan berat badan, indeks massa tubuh dan persentase lemak tubuh klien. Responden diharapkan mampu mengenal pola makan sehat dan menerapkan dan mengadopsinya menjadi gaya hidup untuk seterusnya, tahap demi tahap.


Author(s):  
Vyginta Plungytė ◽  
Vilma Dudonienė ◽  
Lina Varnienė

Research background. Obesity is rampantly increasing throughout the world and needs to be detected and treated early to prevent non-communicable diseases like diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular diseases in adulthood. Obesity in Lithuania has not reached epidemic proportions in comparison with other countries, but it is becoming a growing problem. Different exercise programs are used for obesity treatment. The research aim was to determine and compare the effect of Nordic walking and walking without poles on body composition and exercise tolerance in overweight and obese adolescents. Methods: 40 adolescents (20 boys, and 20 girls) from 12 to 16 years of age with overweight (BMI > 85 percentile) or obesity (BMI > 95 percentile) were randomly divided into two groups: experimental (Nordic walking) and control (walking without poles). Anthropometry, 6 min walk test were used, and VO2max was calculated. The study was carried out in a sanatorium where the duration of treatment was 3 weeks. All participants received hypocaloric diet controlled by dietitian. Results. After the intervention all measured indicators in Nordic walking and walk group got better respectively: body weight decreased by 2.91/2.32 kg, body mass index decreased by 0.99/0.84 kg/m², body fat percentage decreased by 2.03/1.51%, body muscle percentage increased by 0.80/0.54%, waist circumference decreased by 2.35/2.20 cm, hip circumference decreased by 1.85/1.60 cm, the 6-minute walk distance increased by 26.35/22.85 m, and maximum oxygen consumption increased by 0.74/0.64 ml/kg/min. Conclusions. After the intervention body mass index, body fat percentage, waist and hip circumference decreased signifcantly, body muscle percentage and exercise tolerance increased signifcantly in Nordic walk group as well as in walk group, but signifcant differences between these two groups were not observed. Nordic walking as well as walking without poles are effective means reducing body weight and increasing exercise tolerance, and can be used in obesity management.Keywords: obesity, BMI, adolescents, Nordic walking.


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