• Nutrition Research and Practice
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• 제5권3호
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• pp.246-252
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• 2011

Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) models must be validated against a reference method in a representative population sample before they can be accepted as accurate and applicable. The purpose of this study was to compare the eight-electrode BIA method with DEXA as a reference method in the assessment of body composition in Korean adults and to investigate the predictive accuracy and applicability of the eight-electrode BIA model. A total of 174 apparently healthy adults participated. The study was designed as a cross-sectional study. FM, %fat, and FFM were estimated by an eight-electrode BIA model and were measured by DEXA. Correlations between BIA_%fat and DEXA_%fat were 0.956 for men and 0.960 for women with a total error of 2.1%fat in men and 2.3%fat in women. The mean difference between BIA_%fat and DEXA_%fat was small but significant (P < 0.05), which resulted in an overestimation of $1.2{\pm}2.2$%fat (95% CI: -3.2-6.2%fat) in men and an underestimation of $-2.0{\pm}2.4$%fat (95% CI: -2.3-7.1%fat) in women. In the Bland-Altman analysis, the %fat of 86.3% of men was accurately estimated and the %fat of 66.0% of women was accurately estimated to within 3.5%fat. The BIA had good agreement for prediction of %fat in Korean adults. However, the eight-electrode BIA had small, but systemic, errors of %fat in the predictive accuracy for individual estimation. The total errors led to an overestimation of %fat in lean men and an underestimation of %fat in obese women.

• Nutrition Research and Practice
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• 제8권2호
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• pp.177-182
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• 2014

BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: Irisin, a newly identified hormone, is associated with energy homeostasis. We investigated whether aged garlic extract (AGE) and exercise training intervention could improve body weight, insulin sensitivity, skeletal muscle fibronectin domain containing protein 5 (FNDC-5) levels, and plasma irisin in high-fat diet (HFD). MATERIALS/METHODS: Male Sprague Dawley rats were fed a ND (normal diet, n=5) or HFD (n=28) for 6 weeks. After 6 weeks, all rats were divided into 5 groups for the next 4 weeks: ND, (normal diet, n=5), HFD (high-fat diet, n=7), HFDA (high-fat diet + aged garlic extract, n=7), HFDE (high-fat diet + exercise, n=7), and HFDEA (high-fat diet + exercise + aged garlic extract, n=7). Exercise groups performed treadmill exercises for 15-60 min, 5 days/week, and AGE groups received AGE (2.86 g/kg, orally injected) for 4 weeks. RESULTS: Significant decreases in body weight were observed in the ND, HFDE, and HFDEA groups, as compared with the HFD group. Neither intervention affected the masses of the gastrocnemius muscle or liver. There were no significant differences in glucose levels across the groups. The homeostatic model assessments of insulin resistance were significantly higher in the HFD group, as compared with the ND, HFDA, HFDE, and HFDEA groups. However, skeletal muscle FNDC-5 levels and plasma irisin concentrations were unaffected by AGE or exercise in obese rats. AGE supplementation and exercise training did not affect skeletal muscle FNDC-5 or plasma irisin, which are associated with insulin sensitivity in obese rats. CONCLUSION: Our results suggest that the protection against HFD-induced increases in body fat/weight and insulin resistance that are provided by AGE supplementation and exercise training may not be mediated by the regulation of FNDC-5 or irisin.

• 생명과학회지
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• 제20권2호
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• pp.314-320
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• 2010

트라이애슬론은 수영, 사이클, 달리기로 구성된 스포츠로 단일종목의 스포츠에 참가할 때 보다 잠재적인 의학적 위험요인을 더 많이 포함하고 있다. 과사용은 스트레스의 증가와 뼈, 관절, 근육, 건 또는 신경의 손상을 일으키며, 지금까지 트라이애슬론 훈련과 경기 중에 발생될 수 있는 과사용 부상은 목통증, 요통, 근육과 건 부상, 인대부상, 만성적인 통증 등이며, 대부분의 과사용 부상은 달리기 훈련시 가장 많이 발생된다. 또한 트라이애슬론 참가자들은 다양한 자연환경과 경기거리에서 완주해야 하는 만큼 부상 이외의 의학적 문제에 직면할 수 있으며, 현재까지 트라이애슬론과 관련하여 보고되고 있는 의학적 위험요인들은 저체온증, 저나트륨혈증, 일사병, 자외선에 과도한 노출, 면역억압, 심리적인 탈진현상, 용혈증 등을 포함하고 있다. ID 경기 중에 발생 할 수 있는 의학적 문제들 가운데 가장 빈번하게 발생하는 증상은 탈진과 탈수현상이며, 그 다음으로 나타나는 문제점들은 저나트륨혈증, 열부상, 저혈압, 화상과 물집, 근육경련 등이다. 그러나 SD와 OD 경기 중에는 달리기 속도가 빠르고 더 높은 강도에서 경기가 진행되기 때문에 일사병의 발생 위험이 더 높고, 경기 시간이 짧은 관계로 저나트륨혈증은 발생하지 않는다. 본 연구는 트라이애슬론 훈련과 경기 중에 발생 될 수 있는 과사용 부상과 의학적 위험 요인에 대한 연구문헌들을 고찰하여 스포츠 활동에 직접 참여하는 엘리트 선수 및 동호인 그리고 스포츠 현장에서 선수들을 지도하는 코치와 대회를 주최하는 관계자들에게 트라이애슬론과 관련된 과사용 부상과 의학적 위험요인에 대한 기초자료를 제공하여 이러한 위험요인들을 미연에 예방하거나 감소시키는데 도움을 줄 수 있는 기초자료를 제시하고자 한다.

• Journal of Nutrition and Health
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• 제40권3호
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• pp.211-220
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• 2007

The purpose of this study was to investigate that the effect of dietary fatty acid composition on pro- and macro-glycogen utilization and resynthesis. The analyses were further extended for different muscle fibers (type I, type II, & type IIb) as well as tissues (i.e., liver & heart). Total one hundred sixty Sprague-Dawley rats were used, and rats were randomly allocated into four experimental groups: animals fed standard chow diet (n=40), animals fed saturated fatty acid diet (n=40), animals fed monounsaturated fatty acid (n=40), and animals fed polyunsaturated fatty acid (n=40). Animals in each groups were further divided into five subgroups: sacrificed at REST (n=8), sacrificed at immediately after 3 hr swim exercise (P-0HR, n=8), sacrificed at one hour after 3 hr swim exercise (P-1HR, n=8), sacrificed at four hour after 3 hr swim exercise (P-4HR, n=8), and sacrificed at twenty-four hour after 3 hr swim exercise (P-24HR, n=8). Soleus (type I), red gastrocnemius (type IIa), white gastrocnemius (type IIb), liver, and heart were dissected out at appropriated time point from all animals, and were used for analyses of pro- & macro-glycogen concentrations. After 8 weeks of dietary interventions, there was no significant difference in body mass in any of dietary conditions (p>.05). After 3 hr swim exercise, blood lactate level was higher compared to resting conditions in all groups, but it was returned to resting value after 1 hr rest (p<.05). Free fatty acid concentration was higher in all high fat fed groups(regardless of fatty acid composition) than CHOW consumed group. At rest, pro- & macro-glycogen concentration was not different from any of experimental groups (p>.05). Regardless of forms of glycogen, the highest level was observed in liver (p<.01), and most cases of supercompensation after 3hr exercise observed in this study were occurred in CHOW fed tissues. Except heart muscle, all tissues used in this study showed that pro- and macro-glycogen concentration was significantly decreased after 3 hr exercise. Based on these results, two conclusions were made: first, there is no different level of glycogen content in various tissues regardless of types of fatty acids consumed and second, the highest mobilization rate would be demonstrated from CHOW fed animals compare to animals that consumed any kinds of fatty acid diet if prolonged exercise is applied.

• Nutrition Research and Practice
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• 제6권3호
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• pp.226-231
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• 2012

The purpose of the study was to assess the effects of a 12 weeks aged garlic extract (AGE) regimen with regular exercise on cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk in postmenopausal women. A total of 30 postmenopausal women ($54.4{\pm}5.4$ years) were randomly divided into the following four groups: Placebo (Placebo; n = 6), AGE intake (AGEI; n = 8), exercise and placebo (Ex + Placebo; n = 8), exercise and AGE (Ex + AGE; n = 8) groups. The AGE group consume 80 mg per day, and exercise groups performed moderate exercise (aerobic and resistance) three times per week. After 12 weeks of treatment, body composition, lipid profile, and CVD risk factors were analyzed. Body weight was significantly decreased in AGEI, Ex + Placebo, and Ex + AGE groups compared to baseline. Body fat % was significantly decreased in the AGEI and Ex + Placebo groups. Body mass index (BMI) was significantly decreased in the AGEI, Ex + Placebo, and Ex + AGE groups. Fat-free mass was significantly decreased in the AGEI group. Total cholesterol (TC) was significantly lower in the Ex + Placebo compared to the Placebo group. AGE supplementation or exercise effectively reduced low-density lipoprotein (LDL-C). Triglyceride (TG) was significantly increased in the AGEI group. Malondialdehyde (MDA) levels were significantly decreased in the AGEI, Ex + Placebo, and Ex + AGE compared to the placebo group. AGE supplementation reduced homocysteine levels regardless of whether the women also exercised. The present results suggest that AGE supplementation reduces cardiovascular risk factors independently of exercise in postmenopausal women.

• The Korean Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology
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• 제16권3호
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• pp.175-180
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• 2012

Yoga has been known to have stimulatory or inhibitory effects on the metabolic parameters and to be uncomplicated therapy for obesity. The purpose of the present study was to test the effect of an 8-week of yoga-asana training on body composition, lipid profile, and insulin resistance (IR) in obese adolescent boys. Twenty volunteers with body mass index (BMI) greater than the 95th percentile were randomly assigned to yoga (age $14.7{\pm}0.5$ years, n=10) and control groups (age $14.6{\pm}1.0$ years, n=10). The yoga group performed exercises three times per week at 40~60% of heart-rate reserve (HRR) for 8 weeks. IR was determined with the homeostasis model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR). After yoga training, body weight, BMI, fat mass (FM), and body fat % (BF %) were significantly decreased, and fat-free mass and basal metabolic rate were significantly increased than baseline values. FM and BF % were significantly improved in the yoga group compared with the control group (p<0.05). Total cholesterol (TC) was significantly decreased in the yoga group (p<0.01). HDL-cholesterol was decreased in both groups (p<0.05). No significant changes were observed between or within groups for triglycerides, LDL-cholesterol, glucose, insulin, and HOMA-IR. Our findings show that an 8-week of yoga training improves body composition and TC levels in obese adolescent boys, suggesting that yoga training may be effective in controlling some metabolic syndrome factors in obese adolescent boys.

• 대한지역사회작업치료학회지
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• 제10권2호
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• pp.47-61
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• 2020

목적 : 본 연구에서는 노인들의 신체적 활동을 일 관련 신체활동, 운동 및 여가 신체활동, 이동 관련 신체활동, 앉아서 하는 활동으로 나누어 신체적 활동 유형 별 참여 여부가 노인들의 건강 관련 삶의 질과 정신건강에 어떤 관계가 있는지 알아보았다. 연구방법 : 본 연구는 2016년에 수행된 제7기 1차년도 국민건강영양조사(The 7^th Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey KNHANES VII-1)에서 건강 설문조사에 응한 65세 이상 978명을 대상으로 수행되었다. 신체활동유형, 건강관련 삶의 질(EQ-5D), 우울지수(PHQ-9), 스트레스 인지수준, 수면시간 등의 관계성을 복합표본설계선형회귀분석으로 알아보았다. 결과 : 신체활동은 건강 관련 삶의 질과 정신건강에 있어, 강도 높은 일이나 가사활동에 참여할 경우는 부정적인, 중강도 이상의 여가에 참여하는 경우 긍정적인 영향을 주고 있음을 알 수 있었다. 앉아서 하는 활동의 시간이 많을수록 건강 관련 삶의 질에 부정적 영향을 준다는 다른 연구 결과와는 다르게 노인들의 앉아서 하는 활동은 건강 관련 삶의 질과 정신건강에 긍정적 영향을 주었다. 결론 : 연구 결과, 우리나라 노인은 여가 관련 신체활동과 앉아서 하는 활동은 건강 관련 삶의 질에 긍정적이며, 일과 관련된 신체활동은 삶의 질을 낮추는 부정적 요인으로 작용한 것으로 해석할 수 있었다. 이러한 국내 노인들을 대상으로 한 신체활동의 수준과 건강 관련 결과를 바탕으로 노인 대상의 의미·목적있는 작업중심 활동 프로그램을 수립할 때 참고하도록 해야 할 것이다.

• Nutrition Research and Practice
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• 제16권1호
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• pp.33-45
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• 2022

BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: Ginseng extract (GSE) and taurine (TR) are widely used antifatigue resources in functional foods. However, the mechanism underlying the antifatigue effects of GSE and TR are still unclear. Hence, we investigated whether GSE and TR have synergistic effects against fatigue in mice. MATERIALS/METHODS: L6 cells were treated with different concentrations of TR and GSE, and cell viability was determined using 2-(4-iodophenyl)-3-(4-nitrophenyl)-5-(2,4-disulfophenyl)-2H-tetrazolium. Oxidative stress was analyzed by immunocytochemistry using MitoTracker^TM Red FM and an anti-8-oxoguanine antibody. Respiratory gas analysis was performed to investigate metabolism. Expression of an activated protein kinase was analyzed using immunohistochemistry. Gene expression of cluster of differentiation 36 and pyruvate dehydrogenase lipoamide kinase isozyme 4 was measured using reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction. Mice were orally administered TR, GSE, or their combination for 30 days, and then fatigue-related parameters, including lactate, blood urea nitrogen, and glycogen, were measured after forced swimming. RESULTS: TR and GSE reduced oxidative stress levels in hydrogen peroxide-stimulated L6 cells and enhanced the oxygen uptake and lipid metabolism in mice after acute exercise. After oral administration of TR or GSE for 30 days, the fatigue-related parameters did not change in mice. However, the mice administered GSE (400 mg/kg/day) alone for 30 days could swim longer than those from the other groups. Further, no synergistic effect was observed after the swimming exercise in mice treated with the TR and GSE combination for 30 days. CONCLUSIONS: Taken together, our data suggest that TR and GSE may exert antifatigue effects in mice after acute exercise by enhancing oxygen uptake and lipid oxidation.

• 대한통합의학회지
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• 제10권2호
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• pp.37-47
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• 2022

Purpose : We aimed to investigate the effects of nutritional foods on sarcopenia prevention and physical function among the elderly living in rural communities during the COVID-19 pandemic by providing customized nutrition. Methods : This study was conducted in the rural community of SCC. Participants (n=24, over age 65) were randomly assigned into a Protein group (n=12) and a Vitamin group (n=12). The protein group was given 23 g/d of protein (whey, soybean, BCAA) for 8 weeks and the Vitamin group 23 g/d of vitamin (B, C, D, E and mixed minerals such as calcium, magnesium, zinc) for 8 weeks. All participants had their body composition such as height, weight, skeletal muscle mass, body mass index, and body fat percentage, measured using bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) and physical function assessed using grip strength and the short physical performance battery (SPPB). Results : At the end of the intervention, there was a significant increase in skeletal muscle mass (p<.01) in the Protein group (p=.002, 4.92 %) compared to the baseline: it increased by 2.33 %. The Vitamin group had a significant increase in body fat percentage after the intervention (p=.001, 15.35 %) compared to the baseline: body fat percentage decreased by 4.49 %. There were no significant differences in left and right Grip strength/Weight, SPPB, 4-m gait speed, chair stand test, and sense of balance in both groups. Conclusion : The findings from this study suggest that 8 weeks of protein intake have a significant effect on skeletal muscle mass and body fat percentage. Protein intake helped promoting the health of the elderly in rural community during the COVID-19 pandemic. It will assist creating a foundation for providing customized nutrition for the elderly in rural community in the future.

• 한국엔터테인먼트산업학회논문지
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• 제14권8호
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• pp.455-465
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• 2020

본 연구는 국민건강영양조사 제7기를 활용하여 성인의 신체활동과 건강관련 삶의 질과의 관련성을 알아보고자 하였다. 연구의 대상자는 2016~2018년 국민건강영양조사에서 20~59세의 성인 24,269명 중 결측치가 없는 11,211명을 대상으로 하였으며 건강관련 삶의 질은 EuroQol group의 EQ-5D로, 신체활동은 GPAQ를 이용하여 정의하였다. 자료분석은 SAS 9.4 프로그램을 사용하여 대상자의 일반적 특성과 신체활동 정도, 건강관련 삶의 질(KEQ-5D index)은 교차분석(Chi-square), 신체활동과 삶의 질의 관련성은 로지스틱 회귀분석(Logistic Regression Analysis)을 실시하였다. 연구결과 대상자의 일반적 특성은 결혼상태, 교육상태, 직업, 흡연, 음주, 경제상태, 스트레스, 만성질환 유무, 만성질환 치료 유무, 여가로 인한 신체활동 정도와 직업으로 인한 신체활동 정도는 남녀에 따라 차이가 있는 것으로 나타났다(p<0.05). 신체활동과 건강관련 삶의 질은 직업의 신체활동의 최소한 신체활동군에서 삶의 질이 37% 낮게 나타났다(p<0.05). 반면, 여가로 인한 신체활동과 삶의 질은 통계적으로 유의하지 않았다. 본 연구를 통해 성인의 신체활동과 건강관련 삶의 질과의 관련성을 확인하였다. 연구결과는 신체활동 관련 보건정책 수립 및 신체활동 프로그램의 기초자료로 제공될 것으로 기대된다.