Protein Intake from Various Foods Sources Is Negatively Associated with Cardiometabolic Risk Markers in Italian Older
H J Coelho-Júnior1, R Calvani, A Picca
1Hélio José Coelho-Júnior, Emanuele Marzetti, Department of Geriatrics, Orthopedics and Rheumatology, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy, coelhojunior@hotmail.com.br (H.J.C.-J.), emanuele.marzetti@policlinicogemelli.it (E.M.); +39 (06) 3015-4859.
The Journal of Nutrition, Health & Aging
|November 14, 2023
Summary
Dietary protein intake shows varied links to heart health markers in older adults. Protein from different foods impacts blood pressure, body measurements, and cholesterol differently based on sex.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology and Nutritional Science
- Cardiometabolic Health Research
Background:
- Understanding the role of dietary protein in cardiometabolic health is crucial for aging populations.
- Previous research has not fully elucidated the differential impact of various protein food sources on multiple risk markers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the associations between protein intake from diverse food sources and cardiometabolic risk factors.
- To analyze these relationships specifically within a cohort of Italian older adults (65+ years).
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study design was employed across unconventional settings in Italy.
- Data were collected from 3,424 older adults, assessing blood pressure, blood glucose, total cholesterol, and anthropometric indices.
- Daily protein intake was quantified using a food frequency questionnaire focusing on 12 food items.
Main Results:
- Protein intake from several food sources was negatively associated with blood pressure and waist-to-hip ratio in both sexes.
- Inverse associations were found between certain protein sources and blood glucose levels in women.
- Positive associations were observed between some protein sources and total blood cholesterol in both men and women.
Conclusions:
- Dietary protein intake is differentially associated with cardiometabolic risk factors in older adults.
- The observed associations are dependent on the specific food source of protein and the individual's sex.
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