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Cultural and life style practices associated with low inflammatory physiology in Japanese adults.
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Brain, Behavior & Immunity . Nov2020, Vol. 90, p385-392. 8p. - Publication Year :
- 2020
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Abstract
- • Japanese adults have low CRP and IL-6 when compared to American and Europeans. • Low levels of inflammatory activity are associated in part with less obesity. • Consuming tea, fish, vegetables and bathing were predictive of lower CRP and IL-6. Japan is an exceptionally healthy East Asian country with extended longevity. In addition, the typical levels of several proinflammatory proteins, including both C-reactive protein (CRP) and interleukin-6 (IL-6), are often reported to be low when compared to American and European populations. This analysis determined if blood levels of CRP and IL-6 were associated with 4 cultural practices reflective of Japanese behavior and customs -- drinking tea, eating seafood, consuming vegetables, and partaking in relaxing baths regularly – among 382 adults living in Tokyo. Regression models controlled for demographic factors, adiposity (BMI), physical exercise, smoking, alcohol use, and chronic illness (e.g., diabetes). Consuming a Japanese diet was associated with significantly lower CRP and IL-6 levels. More frequent bathing was associated with lower IL-6, but not specifically predictive of low CRP. This study has confirmed prior evidence for low inflammatory activity in Japanese adults and its association with several behavioral practices common in Japan. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *EXERCISE
*INTELLECTUAL life
*ADULTS
*PHYSIOLOGY
*EAST Asians
*UNHEALTHY lifestyles
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 08891591
- Volume :
- 90
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Brain, Behavior & Immunity
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 146248773
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bbi.2020.08.008