410893

Thyroid-Stimulating hormone levels and their association with appetite: A cross-sectional study in an adult population

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Last updated: 15 Feb 2025

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Food Science and Technology

Abstract

Appetite regulation involves a complex interaction of physiological, psychological, and hormonal factors. Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), primarily responsible for regulating thyroid function, has recently been associated with appetite control. This study explores the relationship between serum TSH levels and appetite in healthy adults. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 350 adults aged 18-60, recruited from Azadi Teaching Hospital, Duhok, Iraq. Participants with thyroid disorders or metabolic diseases were excluded. Data collection involved a comprehensive questionnaire, face-to-face interviews, and review of medical records. Statistical analysis, including Pearson's correlation, were used to assess associations between serum TSH levels and appetite-related parameters. The study cohort was predominantly female (82.5%) and unemployed (83.4%). TSH levels exhibited a positive correlation with appetite changes (r = 0.1404, p = 0.0085). Creatinine levels showed a moderate positive correlation with age (r = 0.1796, p = 0.0007), while appetite changes did not significantly correlate with age (r = -0.05179, p = 0.9230). This study suggests a potential link between TSH levels and appetite regulation, contributing to a broader understanding of metabolic health. Further research is needed to explore the underlying mechanisms and clinical implications of these findings.

DOI

10.21608/bbj.2025.335530.1056

Keywords

Appetite regulation, Correlation analysis, metabolism, thyroid function, TSH

Authors

First Name

Midya

Last Name

Ibrahim

MiddleName

J

Affiliation

Department of Biomedical Science, College of Medicine, University of Zakho, Duhok, Kurdistan Region, Iraq

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midya.18011111@stud.uoz.edu.krd

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First Name

Lina

Last Name

Adam

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N

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2Department of Biology, College of Science, University of Zakho, Duhok, Kurdistan Region, Iraq

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lina.adam@uoz.edu.krd

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0000-0001-9977-4388

First Name

Sipan

Last Name

Sarbast

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-

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Medical Department, College of medicine, University of Duhok, Duhok, Kurdistan Region, Iraq

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sipan.sarbast@uod.ac

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3

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1

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51791

Issue Date

2025-01-01

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2024-11-27

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2025-01-01

Page Start

178

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185

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2974-4334

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2974-4342

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410,893

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2,844

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Biological and Biomedical Journal

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Thyroid-Stimulating hormone levels and their association with appetite: A cross-sectional study in an adult population

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15 Feb 2025