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author Boujelbane, Mohamed Ali
Ammar, Achraf
Salem, Atef
Kerkeni, Mohamed
Trabelsi, Khaled
Bouaziz, Bassem
Masmoudi, Liwa
Heydenreich, Juliane
Schallhorn, Christiana
Müller, Gabriel
Merve Uyar, Ayse
Ghazzawi, Hadeel Ali
Amawi, Adam Tawfiq
Orhan, Bekir Erhan
Grosso, Giuseppe
Abdelkarim, Osama
Driss, Tarak
El Abed, Kais
Zmijewski, Piotr
Debeaufort, Frédéric
Benbettaieb, Nasreddine
Poulain, Clément
Reyes, Laura
Gamero, Amparo
Cuenca-Ortolá, Marta
Cilla, Antonio
Francesca, Nicola
Messina, Concetta Maria
Viola, Enrico
Lorenzen, Björn
Filice, Stefania
Bajoub, Aadil
Ajal, El-Mehdi
Ajal, El Amine
Obtel, Majdouline
Lahiani, Sadjia
Khaldi, Taha
Souissi, Nafaa
Boukhris, Omar
Jahrami, Haitham
Husain, Waqar
Frias-Toral, Evelyn
Mahdi, Walid
Chtourou, Hamdi
Schöllhorn, Wolfgang I
author_facet Boujelbane, Mohamed Ali
Ammar, Achraf
Salem, Atef
Kerkeni, Mohamed
Trabelsi, Khaled
Bouaziz, Bassem
Masmoudi, Liwa
Heydenreich, Juliane
Schallhorn, Christiana
Müller, Gabriel
Merve Uyar, Ayse
Ghazzawi, Hadeel Ali
Amawi, Adam Tawfiq
Orhan, Bekir Erhan
Grosso, Giuseppe
Abdelkarim, Osama
Driss, Tarak
El Abed, Kais
Zmijewski, Piotr
Debeaufort, Frédéric
Benbettaieb, Nasreddine
Poulain, Clément
Reyes, Laura
Gamero, Amparo
Cuenca-Ortolá, Marta
Cilla, Antonio
Francesca, Nicola
Messina, Concetta Maria
Viola, Enrico
Lorenzen, Björn
Filice, Stefania
Bajoub, Aadil
Ajal, El-Mehdi
Ajal, El Amine
Obtel, Majdouline
Lahiani, Sadjia
Khaldi, Taha
Souissi, Nafaa
Boukhris, Omar
Jahrami, Haitham
Husain, Waqar
Frias-Toral, Evelyn
Mahdi, Walid
Chtourou, Hamdi
Schöllhorn, Wolfgang I
Boujelbane, Mohamed Ali
Ammar, Achraf
Salem, Atef
Kerkeni, Mohamed
Trabelsi, Khaled
Bouaziz, Bassem
Masmoudi, Liwa
Heydenreich, Juliane
Schallhorn, Christiana
Müller, Gabriel
Merve Uyar, Ayse
Ghazzawi, Hadeel Ali
Amawi, Adam Tawfiq
Orhan, Bekir Erhan
Grosso, Giuseppe
Abdelkarim, Osama
Driss, Tarak
El Abed, Kais
Zmijewski, Piotr
Debeaufort, Frédéric
Benbettaieb, Nasreddine
Poulain, Clément
Reyes, Laura
Gamero, Amparo
Cuenca-Ortolá, Marta
Cilla, Antonio
Francesca, Nicola
Messina, Concetta Maria
Viola, Enrico
Lorenzen, Björn
Filice, Stefania
Bajoub, Aadil
Ajal, El-Mehdi
Ajal, El Amine
Obtel, Majdouline
Lahiani, Sadjia
Khaldi, Taha
Souissi, Nafaa
Boukhris, Omar
Jahrami, Haitham
Husain, Waqar
Frias-Toral, Evelyn
Mahdi, Walid
Chtourou, Hamdi
Schöllhorn, Wolfgang I
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contents Regional variations in Mediterranean diet adherence: a sociodemographic and lifestyle analysis across Mediterranean and non-Mediterranean regions within the MEDIET4ALL project. Boujelbane, Mohamed Ali Ammar, Achraf Salem, Atef Kerkeni, Mohamed Trabelsi, Khaled Bouaziz, Bassem Masmoudi, Liwa Heydenreich, Juliane Schallhorn, Christiana Müller, Gabriel Merve Uyar, Ayse Ghazzawi, Hadeel Ali Amawi, Adam Tawfiq Orhan, Bekir Erhan Grosso, Giuseppe Abdelkarim, Osama Driss, Tarak El Abed, Kais Zmijewski, Piotr Debeaufort, Frédéric Benbettaieb, Nasreddine Poulain, Clément Reyes, Laura Gamero, Amparo Cuenca-Ortolá, Marta Cilla, Antonio Francesca, Nicola Messina, Concetta Maria Viola, Enrico Lorenzen, Björn Filice, Stefania Bajoub, Aadil Ajal, El-Mehdi Ajal, El Amine Obtel, Majdouline Lahiani, Sadjia Khaldi, Taha Souissi, Nafaa Boukhris, Omar Jahrami, Haitham Husain, Waqar Frias-Toral, Evelyn Mahdi, Walid Chtourou, Hamdi Schöllhorn, Wolfgang I Humans Diet, Mediterranean Female Male Life Style Middle Aged Adult Mediterranean Region Exercise Surveys and Questionnaires Sociodemographic Factors Socioeconomic Factors Aged Patient Compliance The Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) is acknowledged for its health advantages; however, compliance with its principles differs by region and is influenced by geographical, cultural, economic, and life-style factors. This research examines regional differences in sociodemographic and lifestyle factors between Mediterranean (MC) and non-Mediterranean (NMC) countries, with a particular focus on adherence to the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle, as well as the associated barriers in each region. The MEDIET4ALL international survey was conducted across 10 countries, and data were collected from 4,010 participants. Dietary adherence was assessed via the MedLife Index, and additional lifestyle measures included physical activity (IPAQ-SF), sleep patterns (PSQI), mental health (DASS-21), and social participation (SSPQL). Statistical analyses included chi-square tests, Mann-Whitney U tests, and standardized residual analyses to identify significant regional variations. The study revealed distinct dietary patterns, with MC participants showing stronger adherence to traditional MedDiet components (legumes, fish) while NMC participants favored modern adaptations (whole grains). Both regions exhibited low physical activities dominance (60%-62%), although MC participants engaged more (21.1% vs. 18.5%) in moderate physical activity. MC maintained higher proportions of "sometimes socially active" individuals, NMC showed greater representation in the "always socially active" category. Sleep quality was poorer in MC (45% below recommended duration vs. 40% in NMC), while NMC reported higher insomnia rates. Mental health symptoms were comparable (33%-35% moderate depression/anxiety in both), reflecting post-pandemic global trends. Barriers differed regionally with MC faced economic/access constraints while NMC struggled with knowledge gaps and time limitations. Our findings highlight that while Mediterranean regions maintain traditional dietary patterns, globalization and modern lifestyle shifts are narrowing regional health behaviors. Public health strategies should address region-specific barriers, including economic constraints in MC regions and knowledge gaps in NMC regions, while promoting MedDiet adherence. Future research should explore the impact of cultural, socio-economic, and digital factors on dietary behaviors and mental health to develop tailored, effective interventions for improving overall well-being.
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spellingShingle Regional variations in Mediterranean diet adherence: a sociodemographic and lifestyle analysis across Mediterranean and non-Mediterranean regions within the MEDIET4ALL project.
Boujelbane, Mohamed Ali
Ammar, Achraf
Salem, Atef
Kerkeni, Mohamed
Trabelsi, Khaled
Bouaziz, Bassem
Masmoudi, Liwa
Heydenreich, Juliane
Schallhorn, Christiana
Müller, Gabriel
Merve Uyar, Ayse
Ghazzawi, Hadeel Ali
Amawi, Adam Tawfiq
Orhan, Bekir Erhan
Grosso, Giuseppe
Abdelkarim, Osama
Driss, Tarak
El Abed, Kais
Zmijewski, Piotr
Debeaufort, Frédéric
Benbettaieb, Nasreddine
Poulain, Clément
Reyes, Laura
Gamero, Amparo
Cuenca-Ortolá, Marta
Cilla, Antonio
Francesca, Nicola
Messina, Concetta Maria
Viola, Enrico
Lorenzen, Björn
Filice, Stefania
Bajoub, Aadil
Ajal, El-Mehdi
Ajal, El Amine
Obtel, Majdouline
Lahiani, Sadjia
Khaldi, Taha
Souissi, Nafaa
Boukhris, Omar
Jahrami, Haitham
Husain, Waqar
Frias-Toral, Evelyn
Mahdi, Walid
Chtourou, Hamdi
Schöllhorn, Wolfgang I
Humans
Diet, Mediterranean
Female
Male
Life Style
Middle Aged
Adult
Mediterranean Region
Exercise
Surveys and Questionnaires
Sociodemographic Factors
Socioeconomic Factors
Aged
Patient Compliance
Regional variations in Mediterranean diet adherence: a sociodemographic and lifestyle analysis across Mediterranean and non-Mediterranean regions within the MEDIET4ALL project. Boujelbane, Mohamed Ali Ammar, Achraf Salem, Atef Kerkeni, Mohamed Trabelsi, Khaled Bouaziz, Bassem Masmoudi, Liwa Heydenreich, Juliane Schallhorn, Christiana Müller, Gabriel Merve Uyar, Ayse Ghazzawi, Hadeel Ali Amawi, Adam Tawfiq Orhan, Bekir Erhan Grosso, Giuseppe Abdelkarim, Osama Driss, Tarak El Abed, Kais Zmijewski, Piotr Debeaufort, Frédéric Benbettaieb, Nasreddine Poulain, Clément Reyes, Laura Gamero, Amparo Cuenca-Ortolá, Marta Cilla, Antonio Francesca, Nicola Messina, Concetta Maria Viola, Enrico Lorenzen, Björn Filice, Stefania Bajoub, Aadil Ajal, El-Mehdi Ajal, El Amine Obtel, Majdouline Lahiani, Sadjia Khaldi, Taha Souissi, Nafaa Boukhris, Omar Jahrami, Haitham Husain, Waqar Frias-Toral, Evelyn Mahdi, Walid Chtourou, Hamdi Schöllhorn, Wolfgang I Humans Diet, Mediterranean Female Male Life Style Middle Aged Adult Mediterranean Region Exercise Surveys and Questionnaires Sociodemographic Factors Socioeconomic Factors Aged Patient Compliance The Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) is acknowledged for its health advantages; however, compliance with its principles differs by region and is influenced by geographical, cultural, economic, and life-style factors. This research examines regional differences in sociodemographic and lifestyle factors between Mediterranean (MC) and non-Mediterranean (NMC) countries, with a particular focus on adherence to the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle, as well as the associated barriers in each region. The MEDIET4ALL international survey was conducted across 10 countries, and data were collected from 4,010 participants. Dietary adherence was assessed via the MedLife Index, and additional lifestyle measures included physical activity (IPAQ-SF), sleep patterns (PSQI), mental health (DASS-21), and social participation (SSPQL). Statistical analyses included chi-square tests, Mann-Whitney U tests, and standardized residual analyses to identify significant regional variations. The study revealed distinct dietary patterns, with MC participants showing stronger adherence to traditional MedDiet components (legumes, fish) while NMC participants favored modern adaptations (whole grains). Both regions exhibited low physical activities dominance (60%-62%), although MC participants engaged more (21.1% vs. 18.5%) in moderate physical activity. MC maintained higher proportions of "sometimes socially active" individuals, NMC showed greater representation in the "always socially active" category. Sleep quality was poorer in MC (45% below recommended duration vs. 40% in NMC), while NMC reported higher insomnia rates. Mental health symptoms were comparable (33%-35% moderate depression/anxiety in both), reflecting post-pandemic global trends. Barriers differed regionally with MC faced economic/access constraints while NMC struggled with knowledge gaps and time limitations. Our findings highlight that while Mediterranean regions maintain traditional dietary patterns, globalization and modern lifestyle shifts are narrowing regional health behaviors. Public health strategies should address region-specific barriers, including economic constraints in MC regions and knowledge gaps in NMC regions, while promoting MedDiet adherence. Future research should explore the impact of cultural, socio-economic, and digital factors on dietary behaviors and mental health to develop tailored, effective interventions for improving overall well-being.
title Regional variations in Mediterranean diet adherence: a sociodemographic and lifestyle analysis across Mediterranean and non-Mediterranean regions within the MEDIET4ALL project.
topic Humans
Diet, Mediterranean
Female
Male
Life Style
Middle Aged
Adult
Mediterranean Region
Exercise
Surveys and Questionnaires
Sociodemographic Factors
Socioeconomic Factors
Aged
Patient Compliance
url https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40556924/