International Journal of Food, Nutrition & Dietetics

 Polycystic ovary syndrome is one of the most common hormonal endocrine disorders that affects around 5- 10 percent women of childbearing age and is characterized by abnormal hormone levels. Natural polyphenolic compounds found in plants known as flavonoids ( catechins ) and non-flavonoids (resveratrol, chlorogenic acids) have recently become very popular. This review article is an attempt to present the findings of scientific studies with regard to beneficial effects of polyphenols on humans affected by pcos. Relevant Papers were identified from Science Direct, Google Scholar and pubmed by using all combinations of the search terms related to polyphenol and pcos.

Keywords: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome; Polyphenol; Resveratrol; Catechins; Chlorogenic Acids.

 Objective: The aim of this study was to know the adverse pregnancy outcomes and find out its association with polycystic ovary syndrome. Material and Methods: A case-control study was conducted at fertility center in Indore city from June 2014 to September 2015. The study population included seventy five women diagnosed with PCOS and 75 women without PCOS followed from early pregnancy. Incidence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), pregnancy induced hypertension (PIH), preeclampsia, pre term delivery and caesarean section were determined. Statistics was done using statistical package for the social science (SPSS) 21.0. Results: The prevalence of miscarriage rate (all spontaneous losses <20 wks) was notable higher among PCOS group. The prevalence of GDM was significantly higher in women with PCOS as compared without PCOS group. The prevalence of PIH was two times higher in women with PCOS than that of women without PCOS (31.82% vs. 15.07%; p<0.05). The prevalence of preeclampsia was more among women with PCOS as compared to women without PCOS, but not significant (16.67% vs. 8.22%; p>0.05). The overall risk of pre term delivery was 27.27% in women with PCOS compared to 9.59% in women without PCOS, P<0.01. Conclusion: The incidence of GDM, PIH and pre term delivery were significantly higher in women with PCOS as compared to women without PCOS.

Keywords: Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes; Gestational Diabetes Mellitus; Polycystic Ovary Syndrome; Pregnancy Induced Hypertension.

 Present study was carried out to formulate and evaluate the little millet based cookies for their nutritional and sensory acceptability to increase the utilization of millet in the preparation of healthy snacks. Two types of cookies were developed viz sugar cookies and salt cookies by replacing one part of refined wheat flour with little millet flour by repeated trials. Proximate composition, iron and calcium content were estimated and sensory analysis was done for all the samples to find out the effect of incorporation of millet. Cookies were packed in zip lock covers and stored at room temperature and refrigerator and sensory analysis was carried out till 30 days at the intervals of 10 days. Results showed that cookies were good sources of fat, protein and iron, especially salt cookies were high in protein and iron. There was no significant difference in sensory profile of the cookies prepared by incorporating millet flour in comparison with control products. The storage temperature and duration did not alter the sensory attributes as judged by statistical analysis.

Keywords: Nutritional Composition; Sensory Analysis; Storage Studies; Low Temperature Storage.

 Hyperlipidemia is one of the main risk factor associated with the high prevalence of cardiovascular complications. Present study was conducted to find out the lifestyle pattern and food and nutrient intake among hyperlipidemics. On the basis of lipid profiles, 30 hyperlipedemic subjects (men and women) of 40 to 60 years of age were selected from Parbhani city of Maharashtra State.The information was collected on family history, awareness and exercise pattern of hyperlipidemics. Food intake and nutrient intake was studied and nutrient adequacy was calculated. Results indicated that 66 per cent of the hyperlipidedmic subjects had family history of hyperlipidaemia and it was mostly inherited from mother. Maximum (23) number of subject experienced blood pressure fluctuation followed by breathlessness (21) and dizziness (20). More than 50 per cent subjects knowing the meaning and causes of hyperlipidemia. Majority (86.66 %) of the subjects performed daily walking as an exercise pattern followed by yoga and sports.Intake of pulses, green leafy vegetables, milk and milk products, fruits and sugar and jaggary was found to be more by the hyperlipidemic women than those by hyperlipidemic men. The diet of selected hyperlipidemic subjects was adequate in providing maximum nutrients in needed amounts as per the recommended dietary allowances for adults specially the adequacy of fat intake by men (201 %) and women (276 %) was highest among the nutrients. In conclusion, it can be said that modifications in the lifestyle and dietary pattern of hyperlipidemics needs to be followed to lead a healthier life.

Keywords: Hyperlipidemia; Food and Nutrient Intake; Awareness; Exercise Pattern.