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Nutritional dichotomy in respiratory health: A conventional dietary strategy to reduce Asthma risk
Authors
Shani K, Rajesh Singh
Abstract
The increasing prevalence of asthma in rapidly
developing nations necessitates an investigation into modifiable risk factors,
particularly dietary practices amidst ongoing nutritional transitions. In our
cross-sectional study involving 1,142 adults, we observed that adherence to
traditional dietary patterns characterized by a high intake of fish, green
vegetables, and turmeric—was associated with a 42% reduction in the prevalence
of asthma (AOR=0.58, 95% CI: 0.36-0.93) and significantly improved disease
management among individuals affected by this condition. Conversely, a
significant dose-response relationship was observed between the heightened risk
of asthma and the consumption of modern processed foods, which more than
doubled the risk (AOR=2.10, 95% CI: 1.30-3.40). Population-attributable risk
estimations suggest that approximately one-third of asthma cases could
potentially be prevented through dietary modifications. The findings present
compelling support for the notion that public health initiatives focused on the
prevention and management of asthma ought to incorporate dietary interventions,
particularly in communities experiencing similar nutritional transitions.
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Pages:37-40
How to cite this article:
Shani K, Rajesh Singh "Nutritional dichotomy in respiratory health: A conventional dietary strategy to reduce Asthma risk". International Journal of Biotechnology and Microbiology, Vol 7, Issue 4, 2025, Pages 37-40
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