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A special issue of Nutrients (ISSN 2072-6643). This special issue belongs to the section "Nutrition and Public Health".

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Interests: maternal and child health; social determinants of health; health equity; health literacy; health promotion; life-course epidemiology; socio-economic inequality in health; non-communicable diseases; global health
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Dear Colleagues,

Diet and nutrition play an important role in the promotion and maintenance of good health throughout the life course. In the past several years, there has been a significant attempt to reduce sugars in foods and beverages in an effort to aid the prevention of obesity and chronic diseases.

Studies indicate that the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) such as sodas, sports drinks, and fruit drinks increase the risk of weight gain, type 2 diabetes mellitus, dental caries, cardiovascular diseases, and some cancers. On the other hand, the consumption of healthier beverages can have positive effects on human health. Higher milk consumption has been prospectively linked to lower body fat percentage and body mass index, and drinking water may help limit excessive weight gain.

This Special Issue of Nutrients, entitled “Beverage Consumption and Human Health”, welcomes the submission of manuscripts which provide robust evidence on the effects of beverage consumption on human health to drive policy and regulatory actions. Manuscripts should focus on beverage consumption in relation to human health or disease.

In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are both welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:

Associations between alcoholic beverage consumption and the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, cardiovascular disease, obesity, or type 2 diabetes;
Black, green, or herbal tea consumption in relation to chronic disease;
Coffee consumption and health;
The effects of fruit and vegetable juices on the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and dental caries;
Milk consumption and risks of cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, osteoporotic fractures, or overall mortality;
Soft drinks and other sugar-sweetened beverages in relation to the risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, obesity, dental caries or diabetes;
Water consumption and the risk of chronic disease.
Infant and young child feeding and health outcomes

Dr. Amit Arora
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sugar-sweetened beverages
tea
sports drinks
juice
chronic disease
dental caries
cardiovascular disease
obesity
metabolic syndrome

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Diagnostic Ultrasound-Based Investigation of Central vs. Peripheral Arterial Changes Consequent to Low-Dose Caffeine Ingestion

by Yu-Bin Jin, Jeong-Hyeon Kim, Chae-Hyeon Song, Chansol Park and Chang-Ki Kang

Nutrients 2024, 16(2), 228; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16020228 - 10 Jan 2024

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Caffeine is present in various foods and medicines and is highly accessible through various routes, regardless of age. However, most studies on caffeine have focused on the effects of high-dose caffeine ingestion based on the recommended daily amount for adults. In this study, we examined the physiological changes in the central and peripheral vessels that may occur when ingesting low-dose caffeine due to its high accessibility, with the aim of creating an environment of safe caffeine ingestion. This study included 26 healthy participants in their 20s. Peak systolic velocity (PSV), heart rate (HR), and pulse wave velocity (PWV) for vascular stiffness assessment were measured at 0, 30, and 60 min after caffeine ingestion using diagnostic ultrasound to determine the physiological changes in the blood vessels, common carotid artery (CCA) and radial artery (RA). In addition, percutaneous oxygen saturation (SpO₂), blood pressure (BP), and accelerated photoplethysmography (APG) were measured. In comparison with before ingestion, the HR tended to decrease and showed a significant difference at 30 and 60 min (p = 0.014 and p = 0.031, respectively). PSV significantly decreased in both vessels at 30 and 60 min (p < 0.001 and p < 0.001, respectively). APG showed a decreasing trend until 60 min after ingestion, with a significant difference at 30 and 60 min (p = 0.003 and p = 0.012, respectively). No significant difference was observed in SpO₂, BP, or PWV; however, they showed a tendency to increase after ingestion. Decreased HR may occur because of the baroreflex caused by an increase in BP. The RA has many branches and a smaller diameter; therefore, the PSV was lower in the RA than that in the CCA. This effect can occur because of the difficulty in the smooth expansion of blood vessels, which leads to a decrease in blood flow. In addition, an increase in intracellular calcium concentration can prevent vasodilation and increase the propagation velocity of pulse waves. The reflected waves can increase systolic blood pressure but reduce PWV and vascular elasticity. These results suggest that even low-dose caffeine can improve blood vessel health by providing temporary stimulation to the blood vessels; however, it can also cause changes in blood flow and blood vessel elasticity, which can lead to serious diseases such as stroke and high blood pressure. Therefore, caution should be exercised when caffeine consumption is indiscriminate. Full article

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Is the Consumption of Added Sugar from Common Beverages Associated with the Presence of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Symptoms in Thai Medical Students?

by Nalinee Yingchankul, Chompimaksorn Panuspanudechdamrong, Nuthakul Techapipatchai, Tiphakorn Chanmuang, Pintira Netsiri, Nuntaporn Karawekpanyawong, Krittai Tanasombatkul and Phichayut Phinyo

Nutrients 2023, 15(20), 4395; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15204395 - 17 Oct 2023

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) significantly affects the well-being of medical students in various aspects. Sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) pose a potential risk of ADHD. Our study aimed to determine the prevalence of ADHD symptoms and the association between consumption of added sugar in common beverages and ADHD symptoms in Thai medical students. An online cross-sectional survey was conducted among medical students at Chiang Mai University from May 2022 to April 2023. The consumption of added sugar from common beverages in Thailand was assessed using the Thai Adolescence Sugar Sweetened Beverage Intake (THASSI) questionnaire. An Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS) score ≥ 3 identified the presence of ADHD symptoms. Multivariable logistic regression was used for the analysis. Of 441 participants, 29.9% had ADHD symptoms. Daily consumption of added sugar from beverages higher than 25 g/day showed an increased risk of ADHD symptoms (adjusted odds ratio (OR) 1.80, 95%CI 1.15 to 2.84, p = 0.011). The same trend was observed when using the sex-specific cutoff points (adjusted OR 1.73, 95%CI 1.10 to 2.73, p = 0.018). Higher consumption of added sugar from beverages may increase the risk of ADHD symptoms in Thai medical students. This finding supports the implementation of health policies that promote healthy consumption behaviors among medical students. Full article

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Understanding the Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Concerning Sugar-Sweetened Beverages and Beverage Taxation among Saudi University Students

by Noor M. Alothmani and Noha M. Almoraie

Nutrients 2023, 15(19), 4151; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15194151 - 26 Sep 2023

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University students should be informed about sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs). Given the high consumption level of SSBs in Saudi Arabia, this study aims to examine the knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to SSBs and taxes. This cross-sectional study was conducted on 380 students at King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah between September 2022 and March 2023. The data were collected using an online self-administered questionnaire. The results reveal that 93% of the students had high knowledge scores, 99% have positive attitudes, and 37% present good practices toward SSBs. Moreover, 73% of students have high knowledge scores, 83% have positive attitudes, and 32% present good practices regarding SSB taxes. Each of these variables, college education, smoking, family income, body mass index, activities, and sports, showed statistically significant differences between gender with regard to the scores for knowledge, attitudes, and practice towards SSBs and their taxes. Thus, a high percentage of university students present sufficient knowledge of and good attitudes towards SSBs and taxation, unlike the practical results. Policymakers should develop strategic approaches and education campaigns to improve practices towards SSBs. Full article

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Instant Coffee Is Negatively Associated with Telomere Length: Finding from Observational and Mendelian Randomization Analyses of UK Biobank

by Yudong Wei, Zengbin Li, Hao Lai, Pengyi Lu, Baoming Zhang, Lingqin Song, Lei Zhang and Mingwang Shen

Nutrients 2023, 15(6), 1354; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15061354 - 10 Mar 2023

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Telomere length, as a biomarker of accelerated aging, is closely related to many chronic diseases. We aimed to explore the association between coffee consumption and telomere length. Our study included 468,924 participants from the UK Biobank. Multivariate linear models (observational analyses) were conducted to evaluate the associations of coffee intake, instant coffee intake, and filtered coffee intake with telomere length. In addition, we evaluated the causality of these associations in Mendelian randomization (MR) analyses by four methods (inverse-variance weighted (IVW), MR pleiotropy residual sum and outlier (MR-PRESSO), MR-Egger, and weighted median). Observational analyses indicated that coffee intake and instant coffee intake were negatively correlated with telomere length, which was equal to 0.12 year of age-related decrease in telomere length for each additional cup of coffee intake (p < 0.001), and 0.38 year of age-related decrease in telomere length for each additional cup of instant coffee intake (p < 0.001), respectively. There was no significant correlation between filtered coffee and telomere length (p = 0.862). Mendelian randomization analyses supported the results of observational analyses. Coffee intake was found to have a causal effect on telomere length through weighted median analysis (p = 0.022), and instant coffee intake had a causal effect on telomere length through IVW analysis (p = 0.019) and MR-PRESSO analysis (p = 0.028). No causal relationship was found between filtered coffee intake and telomere length (p > 0.05). Coffee intake, particularly instant coffee, was found to have an important role in shortening telomere length. Full article

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Exploring the Potential Benefits of Natural Calcium-Rich Mineral Waters for Health and Wellness: A Systematic Review

by Manuela Simona Pop, Dragoș Cornel Cheregi, Gelu Onose, Constantin Munteanu, Cristina Popescu, Mariana Rotariu, Marius-Alexandru Turnea, Gabriela Dogaru, Elena Valentina Ionescu, Doinița Oprea, Mădălina Gabriela Iliescu, Mihaela Minea, Liliana Elena Stanciu, Sînziana Călina Silișteanu and Carmen Oprea

Nutrients 2023, 15(14), 3126; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15143126 - 13 Jul 2023

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This systematic review investigates the potential health and wellness benefits of natural calcium-rich mineral waters. It emphasizes the importance of dietary calcium sourced from natural mineral waters in promoting bone health, maintaining cardiovascular function, aiding in weight management, and enhancing overall well-being. The review process involved the comprehensive analysis of peer-reviewed articles, clinical trials, and experimental studies published within the last decade. Findings reveal that consuming calcium-rich mineral water can contribute significantly to daily calcium intake, particularly for those with lactose intolerance or individuals adhering to plant-based diets. The unique bioavailability of calcium from such waters also appears to enhance absorption, thus potentially offering an advantage over other calcium sources. The potential benefits extend to the cardiovascular system, with some studies indicating a reduction in blood pressure and the prevalence of cardiovascular diseases. Emerging evidence suggests that calcium-rich mineral water might have a role in body weight management, though further research is needed. The review identifies several areas requiring additional research, such as the potential interaction between calcium-rich mineral water and other dietary components, the effects on populations with specific health conditions, and the long-term effects of consumption. In conclusion, natural calcium-rich mineral waters show promise as a readily accessible and bioavailable sources of dietary calcium, potentially beneficial for a broad range of individuals. However, further investigation is required to fully understand its range of health impacts and define optimal intake levels. Full article

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