K. Saranya, S. Dinesh Kumar, M. Gokulraj, K. Iyyappan, V. Manivasagan
{"title":"In vitro Study of Antioxidant, Antidiabetic and Antimicrobial Activities of Solanum Torvum Root","authors":"K. Saranya, S. Dinesh Kumar, M. Gokulraj, K. Iyyappan, V. Manivasagan","doi":"10.21048/ijnd.2023.60.1.30202","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21048/ijnd.2023.60.1.30202","url":null,"abstract":"Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder with characteristics of multiple aetiology of chronic hyperglycaemia. These effects include dysfunction and long-term degeneration of various organs. Characteristics of diabetes mellitus include polyuria, blurred vision, thirst, and weight loss. Many types of insulin are available, for example porcine insulin, beef insulin, and human insulin. Weight gain and hypoglycaemia are the most adverse effects of using insulin. Insulin binds to sulfonylurea receptors on β-cell plasma membranes. In this study, ethanolic extract of Solanum torvum root was used to study ATP-sensitive potassium channels, which lead to depolarized cell membranes. The ethanolic extract was also analysed for antioxidant activities by free radical 1,1-diphenyl-2-picryl hydrazyl (DPPH) scavenging method. The different concentration of extracts exhibited varying result of radical scavenging activity using DPPH as substrate. The root of Solanum torvum exhibited significant α-amylase (79.56%) and α-glucosidase (80.58%) inhibitory activities at the concentration 100 μg/ml respectively when compared with standard acarbose drug. It also showed a good antioxidant activity with 65.47% when compared with standard ascorbic acid. The ethanolic extract of Solanum torvum root has a potential antimicrobial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Candida tropicalis. Thus, Solanum torvum is a better source for natural antioxidant, anti-diabetic and anti-microbial activities due to presence of natural compounds in it.","PeriodicalId":22457,"journal":{"name":"The Indian journal of nutrition and dietetics","volume":"186 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"72736542","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Fast Foods Consumption Impact on Physical Health of Adolescent Girls","authors":"Vinita Tomer, Sonika Chaudhary","doi":"10.21048/ijnd.2023.60.1.30297","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21048/ijnd.2023.60.1.30297","url":null,"abstract":"The fast food industry in India became the fastest growing company in the last decade as many global companies entered the market to expand their market share and region of operations. Adolescents are an aggressive target of food marketing messages (primarily for unhealthy foods) and are susceptible to these messages due to their developmental vulnerabilities and the influence of peer groups. The negative impact on adolescent weight and insulin resistance was seen in all participants who ate frequently at fast food restaurants.","PeriodicalId":22457,"journal":{"name":"The Indian journal of nutrition and dietetics","volume":"155 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"87201287","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Triple Burden of Malnutrition among Preschool Children in India: Age Stratifed Analysis","authors":"M. Tonpe, P. Dixit","doi":"10.21048/ijnd.2023.60.1.30173","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21048/ijnd.2023.60.1.30173","url":null,"abstract":"In spite of the implementation of several nutrition specifc initiatives in the country, India is still struggling to limit burden of malnutrition among preschool children. The aim of this study was to identify the correlates of the Double (DBM) and Triple (TBM) Burden of Malnutrition among children in India. Information about 1,99,534 children in the age group 6-59 months was obtained from the fourth round of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS - 4). For age stratifed analysis, age groups were created as 6-23 months, 24-35 months and 35+ months. The prevalence of DBM and TBM was found to be 40% and 16% respectively. All children who belonged to Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) and to poorest household and born at higher birth orders, etc were found to be signifcantly affected with DBM and TBM. The study recommends that government policies need to specifcally address nutritional needs of socially disadvantaged children. Also, policies should acknowledge the importance of women’s education and awareness about family planning practices to control its effect on child malnutrition.","PeriodicalId":22457,"journal":{"name":"The Indian journal of nutrition and dietetics","volume":"22 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"75191652","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
A. Pramanik, Ravindranadh Palika, R. Pullakhandam, K. Kalaivani, P. Ramachandran
{"title":"Calcium and vitamin D supplementation to pregnant women in urban hospital and community settings","authors":"A. Pramanik, Ravindranadh Palika, R. Pullakhandam, K. Kalaivani, P. Ramachandran","doi":"10.21048/ijnd.2023.60.1.31364","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21048/ijnd.2023.60.1.31364","url":null,"abstract":"In India, calcium intake is low and the prevalence of Vitamin D deficiency in pregnant women is high. The National Guidelines envisage elemental calcium 500 mg (as calcium carbonate salt) and 250 IU vitamin D supplements should be provided to pregnant and lactating women. In Delhi, iron folic acid tablets are given twice a day after meals in anaemic women and one tablet of calcium and vitamin D daily after a meal in all pregnant women. A study was taken up to assess the availability and compliance with calcium and vitamin D supplementation in primary health care institutions under research (Group 1 - 387 women) and service conditions (Group 2 - 400 women) and in urban community setting (Group 3 - 448 women). Women in Group 1 received Ca and Vitamin D tablets regularly from the research staff. In Group 2 and Group 3 tablets, were provided as and when government supplies were available and prescriptions were given when they were not available. Ca and Vitamin D tablets were expensive; families bought the tablets as and when they had the funds. As a result, the number of tablets available for consumption was lower in Group 2 and 3. In all three groups, side effects were rare and nearly all available tablets were consumed. In Group 1, Vitamin D estimation was done at enrolment and after supplementation for three months; 83% of women at enrolment and 68% of women after three months of supplementation had serum vitamin D levels below 20 ng/ml. These data suggest that one tablet of Ca and Vit D per day is insufficient for correcting maternal vitamin D deficiency. It is essential to carry out studies to assess the impact of supplementation with two tablets of Ca and Vit D on maternal vitamin D levels.","PeriodicalId":22457,"journal":{"name":"The Indian journal of nutrition and dietetics","volume":"13 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"77712948","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Formulation and Evaluation of Nutritional and Bioactive Compounds in a Probiotic Beverage Containing Ulva Lactuca","authors":"Karishma Yadav, G., K. S.","doi":"10.21048/ijnd.2022.59.4.31320","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21048/ijnd.2022.59.4.31320","url":null,"abstract":"Edible seaweeds are marine algae and are an active part of various cuisines all over the world. These under-exploited food sources are known as a reserve of micronutrients and bioactive compounds of biological importance. Regarding food production, there is an increasing interest in developing novel functional foods which cater to multi-faceted health benefits and are easily accessible to people. The aim of this study was to formulate and standardise the probiotic beverages with Ulva lactuca and assess the nutritional and bioactive compounds present in the probiotic beverage containing seaweed Ulva lactuca. Whey extracted from cow’s milk was the natural source of lactic acid bacteria. Nutritional composition, mineral content, total phenolics, flavonoids and DPPH inhibition activity were estimated, along with sensory evaluation using 9-point hedonic scale rating. The novel probiotic beverage exhibited significant iron content (12.8±0.07 mg/100 ml), which is approximately one-third of RDA suggested by ICMR (2020). Hence, it is considered as a potential supplement for mild to moderate Iron Deficiency Anaemia (IDA) for women of reproductive age (18-27 years). Substantial amount of phytocehmicals like phenols, flavonoids and antioxidants were reported per 10 ml of beverage, affirming it to be a good source of nutritional components.","PeriodicalId":22457,"journal":{"name":"The Indian journal of nutrition and dietetics","volume":"33 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-10-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"82408045","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
C. Chopra, Dr. Subhadra Mandalika, Narendra Kinger
{"title":"Impact of Covid-19 on Psychological Stress and its Association with Dietary Practices of Indian Youth (18-25 years)","authors":"C. Chopra, Dr. Subhadra Mandalika, Narendra Kinger","doi":"10.21048/ijnd.2022.59.4.29444","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21048/ijnd.2022.59.4.29444","url":null,"abstract":"Consequences of COVID-19 pandemic can have a detrimental impact on psychological health of youth. Eating in response to stress, emotional cues and boredom may lead to excess consumption of high fat and high sugar foods, adversely affecting physical as well as mental health. To assess the impact of COVID-19 lockdown on psychological health, dietary and lifestyle practices among youth. A total of 261 youth (18-25 years) residing in India were studied for psychological stress and dietary practices during the COVID-19 lockdown period. Participants were recruited in an online survey using snowball and convenience sampling techniques. An online questionnaire was designed to elicit information on socio-demographic details, physical activity, dietary habits and frequency of foods consumed before and during the pandemic. Covid-19 Peritraumatic Distress Index (CPDI) was used to assess stress. As per the CPDI scores of 261 participants enrolled, 13% were severely stressed while 32.95% had mild-moderate stress. Daily exercise during lockdown significantly predicted CPDI scores (p<0.05). Frequency of consuming fried foods, soft drinks, desserts and fast-food prior and during the lockdown was significantly associated with stress whereas frequency of consuming nuts was negatively associated (p<0.05). Frequent snacking and consumption of outside food was also associated with CPDI scores (p<0.01). COVID-19 has adversely impacted mental health and dietary habits thereby leading to severe distress and disease risk among youth. Stress management and adaptation of healthy diet and lifestyle should be recommended as a nonpharmacological approach towards holistic health among youth.","PeriodicalId":22457,"journal":{"name":"The Indian journal of nutrition and dietetics","volume":"19 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-10-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"86696785","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Pro-biotification of Underutilized Manila Tamarind Pulverized Seed Blended with Muskmelon","authors":"Veeresh Nandikolmath, Priti Nandi, Arnab Nag, Subhrajyoti Maity","doi":"10.21048/ijnd.2022.59.4.29877","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21048/ijnd.2022.59.4.29877","url":null,"abstract":"Probiotics are live microorganisms that offer health benefits to consumers by improving their intestinal microflora balance. The word ‘probiotics’ is derived from the Greek term ‘pro’ and ‘biotic’ that means ‘for life’. Many dairy products and fruit pulp juices are added with probiotic flora. Many juices are also prepared using nutraceutically rich fruit seeds. Pitchellobium dulce seeds are rich in saponins, steroids, glycosides, lipids, phospholipids, polysaccharides, and glycolipids. It has anti-oxidant activity, anti-ulcer activity, free radical scavenging activity, anti-fungal activity, and anti-diabetic activity. In the present work, the probiotic juice was prepared using Pitchellobium dulce seed powder, muskmelon fruit pulp, and two Lactic acid bacteria (Lactococcus lactis and Lactobacillus acidophilus). The final product was evaluated for Colony Forming Unit (CFU), pH, sterility, taste, color, flavor, and texture. It was found that the shelf life of the juice at 40C is 3 months. It has shown that its direct consumption helps in reducing gastric ulcers and other gut-related problems, and if the extract is introduced into the nostril, it will reduce chest congestion. People who are allergic or intolerant to milk-based products can also drink the juice. This study aims to serve a delicious and nutritious drink to promote better health and nutrition for the population.","PeriodicalId":22457,"journal":{"name":"The Indian journal of nutrition and dietetics","volume":"23 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-10-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"86979852","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Proximate, Physico-Chemical, Nutritive and Anti-Nutritive Assessment of Raw, Boiled and Roasted Kernels of Anacardium occidentale L. var. W210","authors":"Elangovan A, M. M., P. R, R. S.","doi":"10.21048/ijnd.2022.59.4.29546","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21048/ijnd.2022.59.4.29546","url":null,"abstract":"Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) is an evergreen perennial tree, originated from Brazil and now widely grown in the tropics. Cashew is a wonder tree crop, where almost all parts of the tree ranging from roots to apples and nuts are used in various fields. The aim of the present investigation is to analyse the kernels (nuts), var. W210 for understanding its proximate, physico-chemical, nutritive and anti-nutritive aspects in three forms, viz., raw, roasted and boiled state. The roasted samples are comparatively rich in crude carbohydrate (43.26±0.86 g), crude protein (22.80±1.22 g) and calorific value (498.32±1.64 k. cal). Highest lipid and fibre content is reported in raw sample as (33.02±0.94 g) and (8.56±1.62 g) respectively. Moisture content (16.65 ±1.88 g) is the highest to be reported in boiled sample. From the results, it has been clearly understood, that the minerals except iron, are rich in roasted than the other two forms. Roasted sample showed the maximum value of nitrogen (3.66±0.47 g), potassium of about 676.3±0.86 mg, calcium of 75.5±0.44 mg, magnesium of 355.4±0.50 mg and phosphorus of 398.6±1.78 mg/100 g. The iron content was high in raw sample of about 7.73±0.77 mg comparatively. The physico-chemical analysis shows that the total ash content was high in roasted sample which is recorded as 3.05±0.82 g. Other parameters such as acid insoluble ash, water-soluble extractive, alcohol soluble extractive values are found higher in roasted state. The results of anti-nutrient analysis gives a transparent idea that the raw sample has high content of phytic acid (0.445±0.004%), tannins (0.787±0.005%), saponins (0.101±0.003%) and oxalate (0.099±0.004%). The study addresses the nutritional and the anti-nutritional aspect of A. occidentale in its three forms and from the results obtained, we can conclude that the roasted form of seeds are found to be nutritionally superior for consumption as foods for humans.","PeriodicalId":22457,"journal":{"name":"The Indian journal of nutrition and dietetics","volume":"30 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-10-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"89766106","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Olajumoke Y. Uthman-Akinhanmi, O. O. Akinola, O. Bolajoko, Olawunmi I. Oguntade, Dolapo O. Akanmu, M. M. Mosimabale
{"title":"Healthy Eating Index and Lipid Profile of Franchised Fast-Food Consumers in Nigeria","authors":"Olajumoke Y. Uthman-Akinhanmi, O. O. Akinola, O. Bolajoko, Olawunmi I. Oguntade, Dolapo O. Akanmu, M. M. Mosimabale","doi":"10.21048/ijnd.2022.59.4.29752","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21048/ijnd.2022.59.4.29752","url":null,"abstract":"Humans need food throughout life, while all foods provide essential nutrients and energy and when consumed leads to healthy growth and development and in another way, it may lead to disorders and diseases. To assess the healthy eating index, the lipid profile of fast-food consumers in Nigeria using Lagos State as a case study. The study was aimed to find the frequency of fast-food consumption to traditional food, relationship between fast food consumption and Healthy Eating Index (HEI), relationship between HEI and blood pressure and effect of HEI on lipid profile. A cross-sectional study was carried out on a sample of people patronizing franchised fast food in Nigeria using one of the highly populated industrial states, Lagos. Three hundred subjects (male and female) no less than age 12 years, using a simple random sampling method considering ten local governments in the State. The subjects on a specific diet, suffering from any disease were not considered for the study as exclusion criteria. Questionnaires contained different sections, socio-demographic characteristics, measurement of anthropometric, lifestyle history of diseases and frequency of fast-food consumption were used. The study showed that while many respondents (42.75%) consume fast food daily, no significant difference existed between HEI and fast-food consumers, a significant difference occurred in the variables used for HEI and lipid profile, except in HDL. The study also showed no significant difference between the blood pressure of respondents and fast-food consumption. Good quality diet has a positive effect on human health.","PeriodicalId":22457,"journal":{"name":"The Indian journal of nutrition and dietetics","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-10-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"85562853","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Quality Deterioration of Rice Grains under High Temperature Stress","authors":"Aswathi K P, A. K, A. B, Aneena E.R","doi":"10.21048/ijnd.2022.59.4.29432","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21048/ijnd.2022.59.4.29432","url":null,"abstract":"High temperatures, which cause a decline in grain weight and quality, are one of the most significant environmental concerns checking productivity of rice in tropical areas. To combat these problems, understanding the consequences of high temperature stress on nutritional qualities of rice is imperative. An experiment was conducted at Regional Agricultural Research Station, Pattambi during 2019-2020 with rice variety Jyothi cultivated during five dates of planting [June 1st (D1), June 30th (D2), October 1st (D3), October 30th (D4) and January 1st (D5)] under open condition (O) and climate-controlled green house (GH). Grains obtained from different treatments were analyzed for different quality parameters like milling percentage, head rice recovery, starch, amylose, protein, fat and mineral (Ca, Fe, Zn, P) content. Highest milling percentage, head rice recovery, starch, amylose, protein, fat and mineral (Ca, Fe, Zn, P) content were observed during June 1st planting and lowest during January 1st planting. When comparing the two growing conditions, grains obtained from open condition had high milling percentage, head rice recovery, starch, amylose, protein, fat and mineral (Ca, Fe, Zn, P) content than that under climate-controlled greenhouse. The study shows that high temperature stress on plants can be managed by early sowing of rice cultivars in all the three seasons viz. virippu, mundakan and puncha and rice grains obtained from virippu sowing gives good quality grains as compared to that of mundakan and puncha planted grains.","PeriodicalId":22457,"journal":{"name":"The Indian journal of nutrition and dietetics","volume":"51 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-10-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"73852365","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}