Urban/rural differences in red blood cell fatty acid composition, plasma lipids and diet in Melanesian Fijians

Article Abstract:

A study conducted to compare red blood cell (RBC) fatty acid composition and plasma lipid and lipoprotein levels, and the dietary intake between rural and urban Melanesian Fijians reveals greater RBC myris tale content, lower RBC linoleate content and greater plasma cholestrol levels in rural Melanesian Fijians. This may be due to the rural Fijians consumption of higher amount of coconut fat and lower amount of non-traditional food which have greater linoleic acid content. The study was conducted on 589 people living in the urban areas Nabua, Sara and the rural island of Qamea.

Food and nutrition, Erythrocytes, Red blood cells, Fiji, Fijians

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The effect of reduced extrinsic sucrose intake on plasma triglyceride levels

Article Abstract:

Reduction of extrinsic sugar in the diet leads to reduced plasma triglyceride levels, and weight loss in hypertriglyceridaemic individuals. Reduced sucrose intake for a six-month period is associated with decreased energy intake even when replaced by foods rich in carbohydrates and starch. Decrease in triglyceride levels also occurs independently of weight loss. Results suggest a significant role of reduced sucrose intake in hypertriglyceridaemia.

Weight loss, Triglycerides, Sucrose

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Histamine plasma levels and elimination diet in chronic idiopathic urticaria

Article Abstract:

The effects of an oligoantigenic and histamine-free diet on patients with chronic idiopathic urticaria (CIU) were evaluated. An oligoantigenic and histamine-free diet resulted in a significant improvement of symptoms, suggesting that histamine plays an important part in CIU.

Histamine, Urticaria, Hives (Disease)

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