Oxidative Stress and Dietary Habits in Mongolian People Compared to Japanese
Author Information
Author(s): Komatsu Fumio, Kagawa Yasuo, Sakuma Mitsuru, Kawabata Terue, Kaneko Yoshinori, Otgontuya Dugee, Chimedregzen Ulziiburen, Narantuya Luvsanbazar, Purvee Baatar
Primary Institution: High Technology Research Center, Kagawa Nutrition University
Hypothesis
What is the state of oxidative stress and dietary habits in Mongolian people compared to Japanese people?
Conclusion
Mongolian subjects may experience high oxidative stress, which could be linked to early aging and various diseases, contributing to their shorter life span.
Supporting Evidence
- Murun subjects had significantly higher ROM levels than Japanese subjects.
- Handgrip strength in Murun subjects decreased more rapidly than in age-matched Japanese.
- Murun subjects consumed larger amounts of meat, fat, and dairy products compared to Japanese.
Takeaway
Mongolian people eat a lot of meat and dairy but not many fruits and vegetables, which might make them age faster and get sick more often.
Methodology
The study measured reactive oxygen metabolites (ROM) in blood samples and conducted dietary interviews using a Food Frequency Questionnaire.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the selection of subjects and the exclusion of certain demographics in the Japanese sample.
Limitations
The study may not account for all factors influencing oxidative stress, such as environmental conditions and lifestyle differences.
Participant Demographics
164 healthy subjects aged 24 to 66 years, including 72 males and 92 females.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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