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Original Communication

The Association between Fish Consumption and Risk of Metabolic Syndrome in Adults: Tehran Lipid and Glucose Study

Published Online:March 04, 2019https://doi.org/10.1024/0300-9831/a000561

Abstract

Abstract. Objective: Although fish consumption may play a role in prevention of the risk of metabolic syndrome (MetS), results of studies available on this topic are controversial. In this study, we have examined the association of fish consumption and 3.6-year incidence of MetS in Tehranian adults. Methods: We conducted a population based cohort study of 3382 adult subjects, aged 19-55 years, from the Tehran Lipid and Glucose Study (TLGS). Fish consumption data were collected using a valid and reliable food-frequency questionnaire. The consumption of fish, in the form of canned and non-canned fish was designated for all subjects, and was classified into three categories (< 30, 30-45, and > 45 g/week). Odds ratio (OR) for the occurrence of MetS according to categories of fish consumption was assessed by multivariable logistic regression. Results: The mean age of participants (35% male) at baseline was 35 years. Mean fish consumption was 11.3 g/d and incidence of MetS was 13.1%. In the fully adjusted model, subjects, who consumed > 45 g/week of fish had lower incidence of MetS, compared to those who consumed < 30 g/week (OR = 0.73; CI: 0.56-0.95). However, there were no associations between consumption of non-canned fish (OR = 0.86; 95% CI: 0.67-1.10) and canned fish (OR = 0.91; 95% CI: 0.64-1.29) and the incidence of MetS. Conclusion: Our findings suggest that high consumption of fish can reduce the incidence of MetS among adults.

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