International Journal of Nutrition Sciences

International Journal of Nutrition Sciences

The Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome and Its Related Factors in Dena County, Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province, Iran: A Cohort Study

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
Marjan Roozbehi 1
Farzaneh Afshani 2
Elahe Pirae 3
Azizollah Pourmahmoudi 4
Jan-Mohammad Malek-Zadeh 4
Seyed-Bahman Panahande 4
1 Department of Nutrition, School of Health Nutrition, Yasuj University of Medical Sciences, Yasuj, Iran
2 Department of Nutrition, School of Health & Nutrition, Yasuj University of Medical Sciences, Yasuj, Iran
3 Department of Community Medicine, School of Health & Nutrition, Yasuj University of Medical Sciences, Yasuj, Iran
4 Department of Nutrition, School of Health & Nutrition, Yasuj University of Medical Sciences, Yasuj, Iran
10.30476/ijns.2026.105834.1409
Abstract
Background: Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a cluster of metabolic disorders that can increase the likelihood of developing diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. To address this condition in a population, its prevalence and associated lifestyle factors were determine in this cohort study.
Methods: In a cross-sectional study from Dena Persian cohort findings, demographic information, body mass index, alcohol consumption, physical activity, smoking status, and nutrient intake by a food frequency questionnaire were analyzed. The prevalence of MetS was determined, and the relevant factors were evaluated.
Results: Among 2706 enrolled subjects, 1002 were diagnosed with MetS with a prevalence rate of 37.02%. All dietary components were significantly higher in healthy individuals, except for saturated fatty acids. Furthermore, a statistically significant association was observed between smoking and physical activity with MetS; however, no significant correlation was found regarding alcohol consumption.
Conclusion: The findings indicated that embracing a healthy lifestyle, characterized by reduced smoking, increased physical activity, and a nutritious diet had the potential to decrease the prevalence of MetS. This approach can be effectively implemented by health policymakers within our community.

Highlights

Seyed-Bahman Panahande (Google Scholar)

Keywords
Metabolic syndrome
Prevalence
Epidemiology
Dena PERSIAN cohort study
Lifestyle
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