Article
Oncology
Maryam S. Farvid, Nicholas D. Spence, Bernard A. Rosner, Wendy Y. Chen, A. Heather Eliassen, Walter C. Willett, Michelle D. Holmes
Summary: The study found that postdiagnostic consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages was associated with higher breast cancer-specific mortality and all-cause mortality among breast cancer survivors, while consumption of artificially sweetened beverages showed no association with mortality rates.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Xue-Ting Liu, Jing-Yuan Xiong, Yu-Jie Xu, Li Zhao, Lars Libuda, Guo Cheng
Summary: The study investigated the association between parental and siblings' sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) intake and children's SSB consumption, with a focus on potential sex differences in these associations. The results showed that parental SSB consumption was relevant to children's SSB intake, with a stronger influence in boys than girls. Fathers seemed to have a greater impact on children's SSB consumption than mothers. Additionally, children's SSB intake was prospectively associated with their older siblings' SSB consumption.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Chayakrit Krittanawong, Yusuf Kamran Qadeer, Zhen Wang, Karl Nadolsky, Salim Virani, Carl J. Lavie
Summary: This study investigated the effects of consuming sugar-sweetened and artificially sweetened beverages on cardiovascular health, and found that higher consumption of these beverages is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular issues.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Yi Zhang, Chao Liu, Yijing Xu, Yanlei Wang, Yulin Zhang, Tian Jiang, Qiu Zhang
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the impact of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) on diabesity in a Chinese community and the moderating role of other health risk factors (HRFs). The study found a significant correlation between SSBs and obesity as well as waist circumference, and sleep patterns and blood glucose levels also had an influence. Furthermore, a three-way interaction was observed between SSBs, sleep patterns, and blood glucose levels. Understanding diabesity caused by SSBs and other HRFs can help in prevention.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Andrea Romanos-Nanclares, Laura C. Collins, Frank B. Hu, Walter C. Willett, Bernard A. Rosner, Estefania Toledo, A. Heather Eliassen
Summary: The study found no significant association between consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages and breast cancer risk overall, but a slightly higher risk among lean women. On the other hand, consumption of artificially sweetened beverages appeared to reduce the risk of certain types of breast cancer.
JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Lindsey Haynes-Maslow, Sarah Ray, Kristen Giombi
Summary: This study aimed to understand adolescents' perceptions, attitudes, and consumption behaviors around sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs). The findings revealed that parents and caregivers had the most influence on adolescents' beverage choices. Positive perceptions of SSBs included liking the taste and the association with special occasions and social events. Negative opinions focused on the health risks associated with SSBs. Some adolescents acknowledged that SSBs were not healthy but suggested occasional consumption. Few participants mentioned any benefits from SSBs, with those that did stating that they provided energy, electrolytes, and taste.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Bo Yang, Andrea J. Glenn, Qing Liu, Tracy Madsen, Matthew A. Allison, James M. Shikany, JoAnn E. Manson, Kei Hang Katie Chan, Wen-Chih Wu, Jie Li, Simin Liu, Kenneth Lo
Summary: There is still much unknown about the role of added sugar in cardiovascular disease and the effects of sugar-sweetened beverages and artificially sweetened beverages on cardiovascular disease risk. The study found a positive association between high intake of added sugar, sugar-sweetened beverages, and artificially sweetened beverages with cardiovascular disease incidence. However, there was heterogeneity in the results of different studies, suggesting that further investigation is needed to determine the relative contributions of added sugar, sugar-sweetened beverages, and artificially sweetened beverages to cardiovascular disease risk.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Stina Ramne, Louise Brunkwall, Ulrika Ericson, Nicola Gray, Gunter G. C. Kuhnle, Peter M. Nilsson, Marju Orho-Melander, Emily Sonestedt
Summary: This study examined the associations between intake of added sugar, sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs), artificially sweetened beverages (ASBs), and gut microbiota composition. Results indicated modest cross-sectional associations, with significant negative association between SSB intake and Lachnobacterium genus, as well as a positive association with the Firmicutes:Bacteroidetes ratio. Larger studies using metagenomic sequencing are needed for further evaluation.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2021)
Review
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Vandana Gupta, Anika Dawar, Upendra Singh Bhadauria, Bharathi M. Purohit, Nilima Nilima
Summary: This systematic review found an association between the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) and periodontal disease. The study revealed that consuming SSBs may increase the risk of gingival bleeding, gingivitis, and periodontitis. Further research is needed to establish additional evidence of this association.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Longgang Zhao, Xinyuan Zhang, Mace Coday, David O. Garcia, Xinyi Li, Yasmin Mossavar-Rahmani, Michelle J. Naughton, Melissa Lopez-Pentecost, Nazmus Saquib, Aladdin H. Shadyab, Michael S. Simon, Linda G. Snetselaar, Fred K. Tabung, Deirdre K. Tobias, Trang VoPham, Katherine A. McGlynn, Howard D. Sesso, Edward Giovannucci, Joann E. Manson, Frank B. Hu, Lesley F. Tinker, Xuehong Zhang
Summary: This study examined the associations between intake of sugar-sweetened beverages, artificially sweetened beverages, and the incidence of liver cancer and chronic liver disease mortality. The results showed that postmenopausal women who consumed 1 or more servings of sugar-sweetened beverages per day had a higher risk of developing liver cancer and dying from chronic liver disease compared to those who consumed 3 or fewer servings per month. There was no significant association between intake of artificially sweetened beverages and liver cancer or chronic liver disease mortality.
JAMA-JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Michael D. Kendig, Julie Y. L. Chow, Sarah I. Martire, Kieron B. Rooney, Robert A. Boakes
Summary: This study examined the effects of replacing sugar-sweetened beverages with artificially-sweetened drinks or water on cognitive and metabolic health in young adults over a 12-week intervention period. The results showed that switching from SSBs to 'diet' drinks or water had no significant impact on cognitive or metabolic health.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Osama M. M. El-Sayed, Lisa M. M. Powell
Summary: This study examines the changes in price promotions after the implementation of the 2017 Oakland SSB tax. The findings suggest that while the prevalence of price promotions for SSBs did not significantly change in Oakland, the depth of price promotions increased. This increase in the amount of price promotions may reflect a strategy by manufacturers to weaken the tax and/or retailers to bolster demand.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Juan Carlos Salgado Hernandez, Shu Wen Ng
Summary: This study compared the effects of different tax designs on sugar-sweetened beverages in terms of purchases, prices, tax revenues, and sugar intake. From a public health perspective, sugar-density taxes are likely more effective in addressing overweight and obesity issues in Mexico, but tax revenues may be lower under these taxes.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Lianlong Yu, Han Zhou, Fengjia Zheng, Jian Song, Yutong Lu, Xiao Yu, Changsheng Zhao
Summary: This study evaluated the association between overweight/obesity and different types and sugar content of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) in children and adolescents. The findings showed that daily SSB sugar intake above 25 g/day increased the risk of overweight/obesity. The effects of all types of SSBs on overweight/obesity were mediated by SSB sugar intake, except for milk. Consumption of any type of SSBs was associated with higher intake of SSB sugar, and certain SSB types, such as milk powder, tea, and carbonated drinks, had a greater impact on excessive SSB sugar intake. The study highlighted the importance of reducing SSB sugar consumption to prevent overweight/obesity in children and adolescents.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Jose G. Nuno-Ledesma, Steven Y. Wu, Joseph V. Balagtas
Summary: Taxation on sugary beverages reduces consumption, consumer surplus, and expected profit, while increasing the likelihood of market segmentation.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Linda A. Atkins, Sarah A. McNaughton, Alison C. Spence, Ewa A. Szymlek-Gay
Summary: This study aimed to describe Australian pre-schooler dietary patterns and their associations with dietary iron intakes. Three main dietary patterns were identified, with one pattern positively associated with non-haem iron sources and non-iron-fortified foods. Further research is needed to estimate the iron bioavailability of Australian pre-schooler diets.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Miaobing Zheng, Sandrine Lioret, Kylie D. Hesketh, Alison Spence, Rachael Taylor, Karen J. Campbell
Summary: This study identified three trajectory groups of LPs and BMI z scores in early childhood, with maternal prepregnancy BMI, dietary pattern, and TV-viewing time being identified as significant determinants.
Article
Behavioral Sciences
Alissa J. Burnett, Kathleen E. Lacy, Catherine G. Russell, Alison C. Spence, Anthony Worsley, Karen E. Lamb
Summary: This study aims to investigate how patterns of feeding practices among groups of mothers influence children's dietary quality. By identifying distinct groups of mothers and their feeding practices, it was found that a combination of structure-related feeding practices and least nonresponsive feeding practices was associated with higher child diet quality.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Katerina Sarapis, Elena S. George, Wolfgang Marx, Hannah L. Mayr, Jane Willcox, Tammy Esmaili, Katie L. Powell, Oladayo S. Folasire, Anna E. Lohning, Manohar Garg, Colleen J. Thomas, Catherine Itsiopoulos, George Moschonis
Summary: This study found that consumption of high polyphenol extra-virgin olive oil (HPOO) can significantly reduce plasma oxidized low-density lipoprotein (ox-LDL) levels and increase total antioxidant capacity (TAC), especially in cardiovascular disease high-risk adults with abdominal obesity and inflammation.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Krupa Thammaiah Kombanda, Claire Margerison, Alison Booth, Anthony Worsley
Summary: Young Australian adults exhibit high consumption of Energy Dense and Nutrient Poor (EDNP) foods, and socio-psychological factors and food related lifestyle are important factors influencing their consumption. The existing research framework may need to be further extended to explain their consumption behavior.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Audrey Elford, Alison Spence, Amy Wakem, Karen J. Campbell, Penelope Love
Summary: This study explores government support service access, perceived barriers/enablers to menu planning, and menu compliance in long daycare centers in Victoria, Australia. The findings suggest that childcare-specific government support services may improve menu planning guideline implementation and menu quality, but do not necessarily lead to menu compliance. Public health efforts should focus on identifying barriers and enablers to increase uptake and acceptability of government support services.
PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Eloise-kate Litterbach, Miaobing Zheng, Karen J. Campbell, Rachel Laws, Alison C. Spence
Summary: Mealtime television use is associated with children's diets, and watching television during meals predicts higher intake frequency of discretionary food.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Jie Min Chui, Kathleen E. Lacy, Miaobing Jazzmin Zheng, Rebecca M. Leech, Sarah A. McNaughton, Alison C. Spence
Summary: This study aimed to describe the 24-hourly distribution of dietary intakes and frequency of eating occasions for children aged 18 months and assess associations with vegetable, fruit, and discretionary intakes and zBMI. The findings showed that children had frequent eating occasions throughout the day, with low vegetable intake and higher frequency of discretionary food intake. Promoting vegetable consumption at times other than dinner could improve vegetable intake.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Shelley A. Wilkinson, Sheridan Guyatt, Jane C. Willcox
Summary: Understanding women's needs and viewpoints for a postnatal diet, physical activity, and weight program allows researchers to design a program to maximize engagement and outcomes.
HEALTH PROMOTION JOURNAL OF AUSTRALIA
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Shelley A. Wilkinson, Brianna Fjeldsoe, Jane C. Willcox
Summary: txt4two is a multi-modality intervention that promotes healthy pregnancy nutrition, physical activity, and gestational weight gain. It was evaluated in a public tertiary hospital and showed significant differences in vegetable intake, fiber-diet quality index, and total diet quality index compared to the control group. However, there were no significant differences in physical activity or gestational weight gain.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Helen Skouteris, Rachael Green, Alexandra Chung, Heidi Bergmeier, Lisa H. Amir, Sukhpreet Kaur Baidwan, Angel Marie Chater, Catherine Chamberlain, Ruth Emond, Kay Gibbons, Michelle Gooey, Kostas Hatzikiriakidis, Emma Haycraft, Andrew P. Hills, Daryl J. Higgins, Oliver Hooper, Sue-Anne Hunter, Pam Kappelides, Sue Kleve, Jacynta Krakouer, Julie C. Lumeng, Yannis Manios, Athar Mansoor, Michael Marmot, Louise C. Masse, Karen Matvienko-Sikar, Zandile June-Rose Mchiza, Caroline Meyer, George Moschonis, Emily R. Munro, Teresia Margareta O'Connor, Adrienne O'Neil, Thomas Quarmby, Rachel Sandford, Janet U. Schneiderman, Simone Sherriff, Doug Simkiss, Alison Spence, Elizabeth Sturgiss, Dave Vicary, Rebecca Wickes, Luke Wolfenden, Mary Story, Maureen M. Black
Summary: Fostering the growth, development, health, and wellbeing of children is a global priority. The International Healthy Eating Active Living Matters (HEALing Matters) Alliance aims to give every child the best start in life and improve health equity for children and their families. By providing healthy eating, physical activity, emotional support, safety, security, and early learning opportunities, we strive to ensure that all families can nurture their children's growth and development.
HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE IN THE COMMUNITY
(2022)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Linda A. Atkins, Alison C. Spence, Ewa A. Szymlek-Gay
Summary: This review examines the prevalence of inadequate iron intakes and status, and the non-dietary factors associated with these, among children aged between 2 and 5 years within high-income countries. It also discusses the quality of the pre-schooler diet in terms of dietary factors, dietary patterns, and iron intakes. Additionally, it explores various methods used to estimate the amount of absorbable iron in pre-schooler diets and the importance of improving iron intakes and iron bioavailability to minimize the risk of iron deficiency.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Jessica Fry, Shelley A. Wilkinson, Jane Willcox, Michaela Henny, Lisa McGuire, Taylor M. Guthrie, Nina Meloncelli, Susan de Jersey
Summary: This study aimed to explore the experiences and perceptions of women who were referred but did not attend or complete the LWdP program, in order to improve the program and provide better antenatal care. Three key themes were identified: program content not meeting expectations, the need for flexible and multimodal healthcare, and information sharing not meeting women's needs. Interventions to improve engagement and patient-centered care include adapting the LWdP program, training and supporting healthcare professionals, and promoting positive health behaviors.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Hannah OConnor, Jane C. Willcox, Susan de Jersey, Charlotte Wright, Shelley A. Wilkinson
Summary: Optimizing preconception health can increase the likelihood of conception, positively influence pregnancy outcomes, and reduce intergenerational chronic disease risk. This study aimed to synthesize the characteristics and outcomes of digital or blended interventions during the preconception period.
NUTRITION & DIETETICS
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Jessica Kempler, Penelope Love, Kristy A. Bolton, Margaret Rozman, Alison C. Spence
Summary: This study explored the use of a web-based menu planning tool called FoodChecker in childcare services in Victoria, Australia. The participants perceived the tool as useful for supporting child nutrition, improving organizational processes, and aiding the menu planning role. However, the ease of use of the tool received mixed perceptions. External factors such as awareness, perceived need, time, resources, organizational support, and food budget influenced the perceptions and use of the tool. Suggestions for improvement included integrating features to make the tool easier and faster to use, as well as providing more resources to support healthy menu planning.
JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH
(2022)