Diet Inflammatory Index among Regularly Physically Active Young Women and Men
Anna Pietrzak1, Anna Kęska1, Dagmara Iwańska2
1Department of Human Biology, Józef Piłsudski University of Physical Education, 00-968 Warsaw, Poland.
Nutrients
|January 11, 2024
Summary
Young, physically active students often consume pro-inflammatory diets. An anti-inflammatory diet was linked to better body composition, highlighting the need for dietary awareness in active individuals.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Sports Medicine
- Inflammation Research
Background:
- Diet and physical activity significantly influence systemic inflammation.
- Understanding the dietary inflammatory potential in physically active young adults is crucial for long-term health.
- The interplay between diet, physical activity, and inflammation requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the inflammatory potential of diets in physically active young adults.
- To assess the relationship between dietary inflammatory index (DII) and anthropometric parameters in this population.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 292 physical education students (141 men, 151 women).
- Data collection included anthropometric measurements and a 4-day dietary history.
- The Dietary Inflammatory Index (DII) was calculated based on nutrient intake.
Main Results:
- Average DII scores were 2.09 ± 1.52 for women and 0.21 ± 1.69 for men.
- Higher nutrient consumption was observed in individuals with lower DII scores (anti-inflammatory diets).
- Anti-inflammatory diets correlated with greater lean body mass (LBM) and lower body fat in men.
Conclusions:
- Physically active young adults may consume pro-inflammatory diets.
- Dietary choices significantly impact body composition in active individuals.
- Long-term adherence to pro-inflammatory diets poses potential health risks despite regular physical activity.
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