Impacts of Food Consumption on Biochemical Markers and Anthropometric Variables of Women With Metabolic Syndrome

Abstract Background: Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a group of diseases characterized by insulin resistance. MetS has a high prevalence among women, and food intake impacts MetS. Also, MetS is related to a high level of inflammation in the individual; however, the impacts of whole diets in biochemical and anthropometrical markers and the effects on MetS need to be elucidated. In this case, the objective of this study was assess the relationship between food intake, biochemical and anthropometrical markers in women with MetS. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study, in which one hundred and twenty-two women participated in the assessment of biochemical (glycated hemoglobin, glycaemia, insulin, uric acid, total cholesterol, HDL-c, LDL-c, triglycerides, C-reactive protein) and anthropometrical (body mass, height, waist circumference - WC) variables. The participants also completed blood pressure and the 24-hour dietary recall assessments. Out of the 122 participants, 44 (36%, age: 59±11 years) had MetS and were included in the analysis. Results: The consumption of monounsaturated fats had a direct relationship with glycaemia (b=7.27), whereas the consumption of fibers had an inverse relationship with body mass (b=-0.71) and WC (b=-0.56). Conclusion: The intake of monounsaturated fats and fiber was related to higher blood sugar levels and lower body mass and WC, respectively. These relationships elucidate and highlight the significance and importance of adequate diet in women with MetS.