scholarly journals The Cross-Sectional Association of Energy Intake and Dietary Energy Density with Body Composition of Children in Southwest China

Nutrients ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 7 (7) ◽  
pp. 5396-5412 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xue Zhou ◽  
Hongmei Xue ◽  
Ruonan Duan ◽  
Yan Liu ◽  
Lishi Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Composition ◽  
Energy Density ◽  
Energy Intake ◽  
Southwest China ◽  
Dietary Energy ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Cross ◽  
Dietary Energy Density

scholarly journals Dietary energy density is positively associated with body composition of adults in Southwest China

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (10) ◽  
pp. 1827-1834 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jun Yin ◽  
Hong-mei Xue ◽  
Yuan-yuan Chen ◽  
Xiao Zhang ◽  
Li-ming Quan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Composition ◽  
Energy Density ◽  
Southwest China ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Fat Free Mass ◽  
Unit Weight ◽  
Dietary Energy ◽  
Chinese Adults ◽  
Percentage Body Fat ◽  
Dietary Energy Density

AbstractObjectiveDietary energy density (ED) might have influences on body composition. We therefore examined whether ED is associated with body composition among Chinese adults.DesignWe collected dietary data through validated two-day 24 h recalls. ED, defined as the amount of energy per unit weight of food consumed, was calculated based on five methods. Multiple linear regression analyses were performed to explore the associations between ED and body composition parameters, including BMI, fat mass index (FMI), fat-free mass index (FFMI), percentage body fat (%BF) and waist circumference (WC).SettingSouthwest China.SubjectsChinese adults (n 1933) in 2013.ResultsAfter adjusting the covariates, all ED definitions were positively associated with BMI, FMI, FFMI, %BF and WC among women (P<0·01). In men, however, ED with foods only was positively associated with BMI, FMI, FFMI and %BF (P<0·05), but not with WC (P=0·07); we also found null associations between ED with foods and all beverages and body composition among men. Additionally, ED contributed to higher increases of body composition in women than in men (P<0·01).ConclusionsThe present study supports the positive association between ED and body composition among adults in Southwest China, in which beverages may play an important role.

Debunking the High Cost of Healthy Diets: Consumer Behavior Predicts Dietary Energy Density in a Nationally Representative Sample of US Adults

2020 ◽  
pp. 089011712097012
Author(s):  
Jacqueline A. Vernarelli ◽  
Rebecca DiSarro
Keyword(s):  
Consumer Behavior ◽  
Energy Density ◽  
Representative Sample ◽  
Grocery Stores ◽  
Dietary Habit ◽  
Dietary Energy ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Nationally Representative ◽  
Dietary Energy Density ◽  
The Relationship

Purpose: Dietary energy density (ED; kcal/g) is an established marker for diet quality and a risk factor for obesity. Previous studies have suggested that low-ED diets cost more than high-ED diets, adding an economic contribution to the obesity epidemic. This study evaluated the relationship between consumer behavior (money spent on food) and dietary energy density in a nationally representative sample of US adults. Design, Setting and Subjects: Data from 10,622 adult participants in the 2013-2016 NHANES were used for this study. The NHANES is a large cross-sectional survey conducted by the CDC and NCHS. Measures: Consumer behavior was evaluated by examining total dollars spent on food, as well as dollars spent at various categories of food stores & restaurants. Dietary ED was calculated using multiple methods. Analysis: Multivariate regression models were then used to evaluate the relationship between consumer behavior, defined as money spent in four categories (groceries, take-out, dining out, other food purchases) and dietary energy density. Results: Low-ED diets did not cost more than high-ED diets overall, though low-ED diets contained more servings of fruits (1.6 vs 0.4), vegetables (2.2 vs 0.9) and fiber (21 vs 13g), and fewer added sugars (15 vs. 18 tsp), solid fats (28 vs 39g), all p’s < 0.01. Differences in spending patterns were identified. A positive linear trend between money spent on fast food/takeout and dietary energy density (p < 0.001) was observed. Additionally, individuals in the lowest quartile of ED spent more at grocery stores per person than individuals in the highest quartile of ED ($182 vs. $150 p = 0.04). Conclusion: Spending pattern and consumer choices are associated with dietary ED in this cross-sectional analysis of a nationally representative population sample. Identifying eating behaviors associated with diets high in energy density may inform future investigations that intervene on dietary habit for promotion of healthy eating and prevention of weight gain.

scholarly journals 95 The effect of incremental dietary energy density from 13.8 to 15.9 MJ DE/kg on piglet vitality and growth to weaning

2019 ◽  
Vol 97 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 54-54
Author(s):  
Hazel B Rooney ◽  
Keelin O’Driscoll ◽  
John O’Doherty ◽  
Peadar Lawlor
Keyword(s):  
Body Temperature ◽  
Energy Density ◽  
Energy Intake ◽  
Glucose Concentration ◽  
Blood Glucose Concentration ◽  
Muscle Tone ◽  
Genetic Selection ◽  
Dietary Energy ◽  
Sow Lactation ◽  
Dietary Energy Density

Abstract Genetic selection for hyper-prolificacy in sows has resulted in a significant increase in the number of piglets born alive per litter; however, a consequence has been a reduction in piglet vitality and survival. Increasing lactation dietary energy density can increase sow energy intake and the survival and growth of piglets from large litters. The objective of this experiment was to investigate the effect of increasing sow lactation dietary energy density on piglet vitality and growth to weaning. At d 108 of gestation, sows (n = 115) were blocked by parity, BW and backfat, and randomly assigned to one of four energy density diets until weaning; 13.8, 14.5, 15.2 and 15.9 MJ DE/kg. At birth, body temperature, IUGR traits and muscle tone were recorded in piglets. At 24 h, piglet body temperature and blood glucose concentration were recorded. Piglets were weighed throughout lactation. Data were analysed using the mixed models procedure in SAS (v.9.4). Average daily energy intake was highest for sows fed 15.9 MJ DE/kg compared to sows fed 13.8, 14.5 and 15.2 MJ DE/kg (115.1 v 98.92, 102.33, 107.83MJ DE/d±1.51; P < 0.01). Piglets from sows fed 13.8 and 15.9 MJ DE/kg were more likely to have more IUGR traits and a higher muscle tone score, respectively, compared with all other treatments (P < 0.01). The 24 h body temperature was higher for piglets from sows fed 13.8 and 15.2 MJ DE/kg than piglets from sows fed 15.9 MJ DE/kg (35.47 and 35.48 v 35.22⁰C±0.05; P < 0.01). Glucose concentration was higher for piglets from sows fed 14.5 MJ DE/kg than piglets from sows fed 15.9 MJ DE/kg (4.70 v 4.15mg/ml±0.14; P < 0.01). Litter weaning weight was heaviest for sows fed 13.8 MJ DE/kg compared with sows fed 14.5 MJ DE/kg (92.90 v 84.97kg±1.59; P < 0.01). In conclusion, feeding lactating sows 15.9 MJ DE/kg increased daily sow energy intake and improved piglet development.

scholarly journals Soup consumption is associated with a lower dietary energy density and a better diet quality in US adults

2014 ◽  
Vol 111 (8) ◽  
pp. 1474-1480 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yong Zhu ◽  
James H. Hollis
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Energy Density ◽  
Energy Intake ◽  
Diet Quality ◽  
The United States ◽  
Healthy Eating Index ◽  
Food Type ◽  
United States Department ◽  
Dietary Energy ◽  
Dietary Energy Density

Epidemiological studies have revealed that soup consumption is associated with a lower risk of obesity. Moreover, intervention studies have reported that soup consumption aids in body-weight management. However, little is known about mechanisms that can explain these findings. The objective of the present study was to investigate associations between soup consumption and daily energy intake, dietary energy density (ED), nutrient intake and diet quality. Adults aged 19–64 years who participated in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys during 2003–8 were included in the study. Soup consumers were identified from the first dietary recall using the United States Department of Agriculture food codes and combination food type from the dietary data. Compared with non-consumers (n9307), soup consumers (n1291) had a lower body weight (P= 0·002), a lower waist circumference (P= 0·001) and a trend towards a lower total energy intake (P= 0·087). Soup consumption was associated with a lower dietary ED (P< 0·001); this was independent of whether data on beverage or water consumption were included. Diet quality, as measured by the Healthy Eating Index 2005, was significantly better in soup consumers (P= 0·008). Soup consumption was also associated with a reduced intake of total fat and an increased intake of protein, carbohydrate and dietary fibre, as well as several vitamins and minerals (P< 0·05 for all). However, it was also associated with a higher intake of Na (P< 0·001). The relationship between soup consumption and body weight could be due to a reduced dietary ED and an improved diet quality. Consumers need to pay attention to their Na intake and choose low-Na products for a healthier diet.

Dietary Energy Density is Associated with Body Mass Index and Fat Mass in Early Adulthood

2019 ◽  
pp. 105477381988319
Author(s):  
María Correa-Rodríguez ◽  
Emilio González-Jiménez ◽  
Ángel Fernández-Aparicio ◽  
Jose Luis Gómez-Urquiza ◽  
Jacqueline Schmidt-RioValle ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Body Composition ◽  
Energy Density ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Fat Mass ◽  
Fat Free Mass ◽  
Dietary Energy ◽  
Mass Percent ◽  
Dietary Energy Density

A cross-sectional study was conducted to investigate the association between body composition parameters as well as body mass index (BMI), and dietary energy density in a population of 538 young adults. Fat mass, fat mass percent, fat-free mass, and visceral fat were measured using a body composition analyzer. Daily energy intake was assessed using a 72-hr diet recall, and dietary energy density was calculated. Significant differences in dietary energy density among underweight, normal-weight and overweight/obesity young adults were identified ( M = 1.42, SD = 0.26 vs. M = 1.52, SD = 0.46 vs. M = 1.66, SD = 0.53, p = .002). Dietary energy density was associated with BMI (β = .961; CI 95% = 0.335, 1.586; p = .0030), fat mass percent (β = 1.921; CI 95% = 0.707, 3.135; p = .002), and fat mass (β = 2.146; CI 95% = 0.827, 3.466; p = .001). Dietary energy density might be considered as an important aspect in the obesity nutritional education programs in young people.

scholarly journals Energy density of the diets of Japanese adults in relation to food and nutrient intake and general and abdominal obesity: a cross-sectional analysis from the 2012 National Health and Nutrition Survey, Japan

2017 ◽  
Vol 117 (1) ◽  
pp. 161-169 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kentaro Murakami ◽  
M. Barbara E. Livingstone ◽  
Hitomi Okubo ◽  
Satoshi Sasaki
Keyword(s):  
Energy Density ◽  
Abdominal Obesity ◽  
Nutrient Intake ◽  
Dietary Energy ◽  
Nutrition Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Health And Nutrition ◽  
Japanese Adults ◽  
Food And Nutrient Intake ◽  
Dietary Energy Density

AbstractThe associations of dietary energy density with dietary intake and obesity have been largely unexplored in non-Western populations. The present cross-sectional study examined the associations using data from the 2012 National Health and Nutrition Survey, Japan. Dietary intake was assessed using a 1-d semi-weighed dietary record in 15 618 Japanese adults aged ≥20 years. Mean dietary energy density (calculated on the basis of foods only) was 5·98 (sd 1·20) kJ/g in men and 5·72 (sd 1·16) kJ/g in women. Dietary energy density was positively associated with intakes of bread, noodles (only men), meat, fats and oils, and sugar and confectionery but inversely with intakes of white rice (only men), potatoes, pulses, vegetables, fruits, and fish and shellfish. For nutrient intake, dietary energy density was positively associated with total fat and SFA but inversely associated with all other nutrients examined such as protein, carbohydrate, alcohol (only women), dietary fibre, and several vitamins and minerals, including Na. After adjustment for potential confounding factors, dietary energy density was positively associated with abdominal obesity (waist circumference ≥80 cm) in women (adjusted prevalence ratio between the extreme tertiles 1·07; 95 % CI 1·02, 1·12; Pfor trend=0·003). Dietary energy density was also positively but non-significantly associated with general obesity (BMI≥25 kg/m2) in women (Pfor trend=0·08). There were no such associations in men. In conclusion, lower energy density of the diets of Japanese adults was associated with favourable food and nutrient intake patterns, except for higher Na, and, in only women, a lower prevalence of abdominal obesity.

scholarly journals Consumption of energy-dense diets in relation to cardiometabolic abnormalities among Iranian women

2011 ◽  
Vol 15 (5) ◽  
pp. 868-875 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmad Esmaillzadeh ◽  
Hossein Khosravi Boroujeni ◽  
Leila Azadbakht
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Energy Density ◽  
Energy Intake ◽  
Cardiometabolic Risk ◽  
Cardiometabolic Risk Factors ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Dietary Energy ◽  
Bottom Quartile ◽  
Dietary Energy Density

AbstractObjectiveTo assess the association between dietary energy density and the prevalence of cardiometabolic risk factors among Iranian adult women.DesignCross-sectional study.SettingTehran, Islamic Republic of Iran.SubjectsWe assessed habitual dietary intakes of 486 Iranian adult women by the use of a validated FFQ. Dietary energy density (DED) was calculated as each individual's reported daily energy intake (kJ/d, kcal/d) divided by the total weight of foods (excluding beverages) consumed (g/d). Fasting plasma glucose (FPG), lipid profiles and blood pressure were measured. Diabetes (FPG ≥ 126 mg/dl), dyslipidaemia (based on the National Cholesterol Education Program Adult Treatment Panel III) and hypertension (based on the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation and Treatment of High Blood Pressure) were determined. The presence of ‘at least one risk factor’ and ‘at least two risk factors’ of the three major risk factors for CVD (hypertension, dyslipidaemia and diabetes) was also evaluated. To explore the associations between DED and cardiometabolic risk factors, we obtained prevalence ratios in different models accounting for confounders.ResultsMean DED was 7·41 (sd1·46) kJ/g (1·77 (sd0·35) kcal/g). Consumption of energy-dense diets was associated with higher intakes of energy, dietary fat, cholesterol, vegetable oils, refined grains and high-fat dairy products, along with lower intakes of dietary carbohydrates, fruits, vegetables, and meat and fish. Adherence to an energy-dense diet was associated with elevated levels of serum TAG, total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol and lower levels of serum HDL cholesterol. Women in the top quartile of DED were more likely to have dyslipidaemia (61 %v. 31 %,P< 0·05), at least one (68 %v. 35 %,P< 0·05) and at least two (29 %v. 10 %,P< 0·05) cardiometabolic risk factors compared with those in the bottom quartile. Consumption of energy-dense diets was significantly associated with a greater chance of having dyslipidaemia (prevalence ratio in top quartilev. bottom quartile: 1·78; 95 % CI 1·33, 2·58), at least one (1·81; 1·44, 2·49) and at least two cardiometabolic risk factors (2·81; 1·51, 5·24). Additional control for BMI and total energy intake slightly attenuated the associations. No overall significant associations were found between consumption of energy-dense diets and risk of having diabetes or hypertension either before or after adjustment for confounders.ConclusionsConsumption of energy-dense diets was significantly related to the high prevalence of dyslipidaemia, at least one and at least two cardiometabolic risk factors among Iranian adult women. Prospective studies are required to confirm our findings.

scholarly journals Consumption of Ultra-Processed Food and Its Association with Sociodemographic Characteristics and Diet Quality in a Representative Sample of French Adults

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 682
Author(s):  
Giovanna Calixto Andrade ◽  
Chantal Julia ◽  
Valérie Deschamps ◽  
Bernard Srour ◽  
Serge Hercberg ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Energy Density ◽  
Representative Sample ◽  
Saturated Fat ◽  
Free Sugar ◽  
Sociodemographic Characteristics ◽  
Dietary Energy ◽  
Processed Food ◽  
Food Groups ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dietary Energy Density

The present study aims to describe ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption in a representative sample of French adults and to evaluate the association between UPF consumption and socioeconomic characteristics and nutritional profile of the diet. This is a cross-sectional study using food consumption data from the Étude Nationale Nutrition Santé (ENNS), conducted with 2642 participants (18–74 years old), between February 2006 and March 2007 in France. Dietary data were collected through three 24-h dietary recalls. All food and beverages were classified according to the NOVA classification. The energy contribution of NOVA food groups to total energy intake was presented by categories of sociodemographic characteristics. Linear and logistic regression models were used to estimate the association between the percentage of UPF in the diet with nutritional indicators. The mean daily energy consumption of the adult French population was 2111 kcal, of which 31.1% came from UPF. This percentage was higher among younger individuals, and in the urban area, and lower among individuals with incomplete high school and individuals who were retired. The consumption of UPF was positively associated with the dietary energy density and the dietary contents of total carbohydrates, free sugar, and total and saturated fat, as well as with inadequate dietary energy density, saturated fat, free sugar, and fiber intakes.

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