Assessing the Effect of an Antioxidant-Rich Diet on Metabolic Syndrome Risk Using the Dietary Antioxidant Index
University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore - Pakistan
55 participants
Jan 1, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a cluster of metabolic disorders characterized by elevated levels of blood glucose, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and abdominal obesity. Globally, it is a major public health concern. International studies have linked higher Dietary Antioxidant Index with reduced risk of MetS, as antioxidants play a role in lowering the risk of MetS by reducing oxidative stress, a key contributor to its pathophysiology. Exploring this link in Pakistan can provide valuable insights for dietary strategies to reduce the risk of MetS.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria6
- Adults aged 18-45 years
- Metabolic syndrome risk (abdominal obesity \& elevated BP as per NCEP ATP III criteria).
- Low fruit \& veg intake (<5 serv./day) as per WHO.
- Willing to follow an intervention
- Non-pregnant or lactating
- Not diagnosed with malabsorption syndrome or chronic illness
Exclusion Criteria6
- Individuals < 18 years or > 45 years
- Not at risk of metabolic syndrome.
- Adequate intake of fruits \& veg (≥ 5 serv./day) as per WHO
- Not willing
- Pregnant or lactating
- Diagnosed with malabsorption syndrome or chronic illness
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Interventions
This intervention specifically targets the Dietary Antioxidant Index (DAI) by increasing consumption of antioxidant-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes, while limiting pro-oxidant and ultra-processed foods. Unlike general healthy diet interventions, this study focuses on quantifiable antioxidant intake and its direct association with metabolic syndrome risk in urban adults.
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NCT07354438