Gender Differences in Dietary Patterns and Physical Activity: A PCA Approach

NCT06654674 | Completed

• 2 other identifiers: PCA_Gender_202423/13
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 2,509
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

This study investigates gender differences in dietary patterns and physical activity using Principal Component Analysis (PCA). It aims to identify distinct eating and activity behaviors between men and women in order to develop gender-specific interventions that promote better metabolic health. The study was conducted at a metabolic health center in Rome, Italy, with 2,509 participants. Data were collected through questionnaires and body composition assessments, and PCA was applied to classify participants into groups based on their behaviors.

Conditions

Diet Surveys; Food Preferences

Keywords

Gender Differences; Dietary Patterns; Physical Activity; Principal Component Analysis (PCA); Body Composition; Metabolic Health

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Principal Component Analysis (PCA)

  The primary outcome is the identification of distinct dietary patterns and physical activity behaviors based on gender differences.

  Cross-sectional assessment at baseline

Secondary Outcomes (1)

• Physical activity levels based on gender differences

  Cross-sectional assessment at baseline

Study Arms (1)

Study Participants

This group consists of 2,509 adult participants recruited from a metabolic health center in Rome, Italy. Data on dietary patterns, physical activity, and body composition were collected and analyzed using Principal Component Analysis (PCA) to identify trends and patterns related to gender differences in eating behaviors and physical activity. No specific intervention was applied, as this is an observational study.

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

The study population consists of 2,509 adults attending a metabolic health center in Rome, Italy. These participants were recruited between May 2023 and June 2024. The sample includes both men and women, with a focus on identifying gender-specific patterns in dietary behaviors, physical activity, and body composition. Participants underwent bioimpedance analysis and completed questionnaires regarding their eating habits and physical activity levels.

You may qualify if:

• Adults aged 18 years or older.
• Participants attending the metabolic health center in Rome, Italy.
• Participants who provided informed consent.
• Participants with complete data on dietary patterns, physical activity, and body composition.

You may not qualify if:

• Individuals under 18 years of age.
• Participants with diagnosed psychiatric disorders.
• Pregnant women.
• Participants with incomplete or inconsistent data.
• Individuals with alcohol dependence.
• Participants with significant medical conditions that could affect dietary or physical activity assessments (e.g., severe chronic illnesses).

Sponsors & Collaborators

• San Raffaele Telematic University: lead

Study Sites (1)

San Raffaele Open University

Roma, 00166, Italy

Location

Related Publications (3)

• Alosaimi N, Sherar LB, Griffiths P, Pearson N. Clustering of diet, physical activity and sedentary behaviour and related physical and mental health outcomes: a systematic review. BMC Public Health. 2023 Aug 18;23(1):1572. doi: 10.1186/s12889-023-16372-6.

  PMID: 37596591 BACKGROUND

• Feraco A, Gorini S, Camajani E, Filardi T, Karav S, Cava E, Strollo R, Padua E, Caprio M, Armani A, Lombardo M. Gender differences in dietary patterns and physical activity: an insight with principal component analysis (PCA). J Transl Med. 2024 Dec 18;22(1):1112. doi: 10.1186/s12967-024-05965-3.

  PMID: 39696430 DERIVED

• Feraco A, Armani A, Gorini S, Camajani E, Quattrini C, Filardi T, Karav S, Strollo R, Caprio M, Lombardo M. Gender Differences in Dietary Patterns and Eating Behaviours in Individuals with Obesity. Nutrients. 2024 Dec 6;16(23):4226. doi: 10.3390/nu16234226.

  PMID: 39683619 DERIVED

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Food Preferences; Motor Activity

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Feeding Behavior; Behavior

Study Officials

• Massimiliano Caprio, MD, PhD

  IRCCS San Raffaele Roma

  STUDY CHAIR

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: COHORT
• Time Perspective: RETROSPECTIVE
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Mauro Lombardo, MD, Associate Professor in Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: October 17, 2024
• First Posted: October 23, 2024
• Study Start: January 1, 2023
• Primary Completion: June 1, 2024
• Study Completion: June 1, 2024
• Last Updated: October 23, 2024

Record last verified: 2024-10

Locations

IT (1)