ITC/USA 2006 Conference Proceedings / The Forty-Second Annual International Telemetering Conference and Technical Exhibition / October 23-26, 2006 / Town and Country Resort & Convention Center, San Diego, California / This paper describes an adaptive data management architecture capable of supporting order-of-magnitude data volume increases without a priori knowledge of data structures. The architecture allows users to generate and maintain data in optimal legacy formats while managing and extracting information with common analysis tools. This paper shows how an object-oriented data management system can manage both data and the knowledge imparted to the data by users.

Dietary fat has long been implicated in the etiology of metabolic and cardiovascular disease, and both the amount of fat and the fatty acid composition of the diet play a role in disease progression. Although national health organizations have set guidelines for the recommended intake of dietary fats, questions remain regarding the optimal dietary lipid profile for maintaining health and improving disease conditions. Whether certain types of fatty acids from plant-based oils can improve metabolic and vascular disease has been studied and debated, but not fully determined. In this study, we investigated the role of dietary fatty acids from plant-based oils, and examined their effects on metabolic and vascular disease parameters. Obese fa/fa Zucker rats were fed a diet containing flaxseed oil, which resulted in smaller adipocytes and decreased adipose tissue T-cell infiltration. Obese-prone Sprague Dawley rats were fed high-fat diets with different proportions of mono- and polyunsaturated fats. Changes were observed in adipose tissue levels of fatty acid synthase, adiponectin and fatty acid receptors GPR41 and GPR43, but other metabolic and inflammatory mediators in adipose tissue and serum remained stable. A systematic review and meta-analysis on the impact of n3 fatty acids on major cardiovascular endpoints showed that little evidence exists to support their role in peripheral arterial disease. Then again, very few studies on this topic have been conducted. To address this research gap, a clinical trial was designed to investigate the effects of a dietary intervention on blood vessel properties in people with peripheral arterial disease. Participants in the Canola-PAD Study consumed 25 g/day of canola oil or a Western diet oil mixture as part of their usual diet for 8 weeks. Although the intervention altered phospholipid fatty acids, vascular function, the lipid profile and inflammatory markers stayed relatively stable. Overall, this research demonstrates that dietary fatty acids from plant-based oils can be immunomodulatory, but at the physiological doses tested they are not potent mediators of functional changes in obesity or vascular physiology. / October 2015

El contenido graso y la composición de los ácidos grasos fueron analizados en anchoveta entera, sin piel, cocida y esterilizada, durante cada etapa a fin de evaluar el efecto del procesamiento. Todos los ácidos grasos en general fueron significativamente afectados en todas las etapas, sobresalieron en importancia por su cantidad los ácidos grasos Eicosapentaenoico (EPA) 20:5n-3, Palmítico 16:0, Docosahexaenoico (DHA) 22:6n-3, Palmitoleico 16:1n-7, Oleico 18:1n-9 y Mirístico 14:0; entre ellos se puso especial atención a los ácidos grasos omega-3, estos fueron los más abundantes, sobresaliendo en cantidad el EPA (1,38 g/100 g de porción comestible). Durante la eliminación de la piel se perdieron entre 0,98 y 0,31 g/100 g de porción comestible de EPA y DHA respectivamente; durante la cocción hubo un aparente incremento de 0,22 y 0,16 g/100 g de porción comestible en el EPA y en el DHA respectivamente debido a la pérdida de humedad y por el efecto del proceso térmico de esterilización se perdieron 0,04 y 0,03 g/100 g de porción comestible de EPA y DHA respectivamente. Desde la materia prima hasta el proceso de conservas tuvieron una reducción de 0,8 y 0,18 g/100 g de porción comestible de EPA y DHA respectivamente, no obstante que los niveles de estos ácidos grasos fueron parcialmente destruidos por el procesamiento, la suma de EPA+DHA en el producto final resultó en 1,01 g/100 g de porción comestible, siendo aún una rica fuente de ácidos grasos omega-3 para la nutrición humana. Palabras clave: Ácidos grasos omega-3, Eicosapentaenoico (EPA), Docosahexaenoico (DHA), desmenuzado, anchoveta (Engraulis ringens).

Los ácidos grasos poliinsaturados de cadena larga (omega 3) están asociados con un adecuado desarrollo y crecimiento fetal. Según FAO/OMS 2008, se recomienda que durante el embarazo, la ingesta debe alcanzar un 0,5% de los requerimientos energéticos en omega 3. Basados en las necesidades calóricas de una mujer embarazada (2300Kcal), los requerimientos de omega 3 se encontraría en 1,27g por día. Objetivo: Determinarla relación entre la ingesta de omega 3 dietario de la gestante con el peso y perímetro cefálico del recién nacido. Metodología: Descriptivo de asociación cruzada, transversal, observacional. Los datos fueron recogidos en los servicios de Ginecología y Neonatología del Hospital Alberto Sabogal Sologuren, en 175 mujeres entre 18 a 35 años de edad y sus respectivos neonatos a término. Se aplicó un formulario semicuantitativo de consumo de alimentos fuente de omega 3. Resultados: La mediana de consumo de omega 3 fue de 0,58 gr/día, con ello se puede inferir que más del 50% de las madres consumió dicha cantidad de omega 3 por día. Más de 60% de los bebés con peso adecuado fueron de madres que tuvieron una frecuencia de consumo de Pescado de 1 a 3 veces por semana; caso similar ocurrió en los niños normocéfalos. Conclusiones: Evaluando las variables mediante la prueba exacta de Fisher, no se encontró diferencias estadísticamente significativa para concluir que existe relación entre la ingesta de omega 3 dietario por la gestante y el peso y perímetro cefálico del recién nacido a término. El consumo de omega 3 hallado en este estudio no llega a cubrir los requerimientos. Podríamos señalar que, al basarse los requerimientos de omega 3 en las calorías necesarias para una mujer gestante; las cantidades de este nutriente serían muy específicas para cada situación nutricional de cada mujer gestante, lo que imposibilita tener un estándar de omega 3 recomendado. Nos permitiría inferir, una vez más, que una alimentación balanceada durante esta etapa de la vida es imprescindible para el crecimiento y desarrollo fetal; donde se debe tomar en cuenta no solo la cantidad de ácidos grasos, sino también demás macro y micronutrientes como carbohidratos, proteínas, vitaminas y minerales. Palabras Claves: Consumo de omega 3, madre gestante, peso, perímetro cefálico, recién nacido.

Doctor of Philosophy / Department of Human Nutrition / Mark D. Haub / Mark D. Haub / Psychological problems and human error are leading causes of death and disability among military service members. Strategies to improve the psychological health and cognitive performance of those in the military are much needed. Recent advances in neuroscience suggest that omega-3 fatty acids may play an important role in the psychological well-being of those in the military. The purpose of this research was to explore the relationship between omega-3 status and psychological outcome variables among soldiers deploying to combat. Data collection was preceded by the development and reliability testing of a novel food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) designed to capture intake from contemporary sources of omega-3 fatty acids including functional foods and supplements. Based on the instrument assessment study (Chapter 2) conducted among university students (n = 165), this FFQ appears to be a comprehensive and reliable (n = 54, ρ = 0.86, p < 0.001) instrument for measuring docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) intakes in young adults. As described in Chapter 3, intake of EPA + DHA as estimated by the FFQ was positively correlated (r = 0.39, p < 0.001) with biomarker measurements of omega-3 status. Primary data were obtained from a volunteer sample of soldiers (n = 272) scheduled for deployment to Iraq. Preliminarily analyses revealed relationships between attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) screening scores and psychological outcome variables (Chapter 4). Primary analyses (Chapter 5) indicated intake of EPA + DHA was not significantly correlated with mood, nor were omega-3 exposure variables correlated with cognitive performance based on the required p value (< 0.001) calculated using the Bonferroni correction for multiple tests. Among participants with EPA + DHA intakes at or below the median, omega-3 HUFA was related (p < 0.002) to happiness (β = -0.46), depression (β = 0.44), and fatigue (β = 0.43). Although exploratory in nature, the results of this study suggest a relationship between omega-3 fatty acids and mood. Given the current concerns regarding the psychological health of those in the military, additional research is warranted.

<p>Post-traumatic arthritis (PTA) is arthritis that develops following joint injury, including meniscus and ligament tears. Current treatments for PTA range from over-the-counter medication to knee replacement; however, in the presence of obesity, the levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines, such as interleukin-1 (IL-1) and tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α,) are more elevated than in non-obese individuals. The role of fatty acids, obesity, and PTA has been examined, with omega-3 fatty acids showing promise as an anti-inflammatory after injury due to its ability to suppress IL-1 and TNF-α. Due to the difficulty in switching patients’ diets, an alternative solution to increasing omega-3 levels needs to be developed. The Fat-1 enzyme, an omega-3 desaturase that has the ability to convert omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids, may be a good target for increasing the omega-3 levels in the body. </p><p>In the first study, we examined whether Fat-1 transgenic mice on a high-fat diet would exhibit lower levels of PTA degeneration following the destabilization of the medial meniscus (DMM). Both male and female Fat-1 and wild-type (WT) littermates were put on either a control diet (10% fat) or an omega-6 rich high-fat diet (60% fat) and underwent DMM surgery. Arthritic changes were examined 12 weeks post-surgery. Fat-1 mice on both the control and high-fat diet showed protection from PTA-related degeneration, while WT mice showed severe arthritic changes. These findings suggest that the omega-6/omega-3 ratio plays an important role in reducing PTA following injury, and demonstrates the potential therapeutic benefit of the Fat-1 enzyme in preventing PTA in both normal and obese patients following acute injury.</p><p>Following this, we needed to establish a translatable delivery mechanism for getting the Fat-1 enzyme, which is not present in mammalian cells, into patients. In the second study, we examined whether anti-inflammatory gene delivery of the Fat-1 enzyme would prevent PTA following DMM surgery. In vitro testing of both lentivirus (LV) and adeno-associated virus (AAV) was completed to confirm functionality and conformation of the Fat-1 enzyme after transduction. Male WT mice were placed on an omega-6 rich high-fat diet (60% fat) and underwent DMM surgery; either local or systemic AAV injections of the Fat-1 enzyme or Luciferase, a vector control, were given immediately following surgery. 12 weeks post-surgery, arthritic changes were assessed. The systemic administration of the Fat-1 enzyme showed protection from synovial inflammation and osteophyte formation, while administration of Luciferase did not confer protection. These findings suggest the utility of gene therapy to deliver the Fat-1 enzyme, which has potential as a therapeutic for injured obese patients for the prevention of PTA.</p> / Dissertation

Objetivou-se com o presente estudo avaliar o efeito da inclusão de níveis de óleo de canola na dieta de vacas em lactação sobre a produção, composição do leite, digestibilidade aparente total, variáveis sanguíneas e ruminais. Foram utilizadas 18 vacas de raça Holandês, com produção média de 22 (&plusmn; 4) kg/dia em estágio intermediário de lactação. As vacas foram distribuídas em delineamento quadrado latino, com 6 quadrados contemporâneos, 3 períodos e 3 tratamentos: T1= dieta controle (sem adição de óleo); T2= inclusão de 3% de óleo de canola na dieta e T3= inclusão de 6% de óleo de canola na matéria seca da dieta. A inclusão de óleo de canola na dieta de vacas em lactação reduziu linearmente a produção de leite em 2,51 kg/vaca/dia, ácidos graxos saturados em 20,24%, relação ômega6/ômega3 em 39,45%, índice de aterogenicidade em 48,36%, índice de trombogenicidade em 39,86% no leite, o consumo de MS em 2,25kg/d, FDN em 0,87kg/dia, PB em 0,45kg/dia, a digestibilidade da FDN em 5% no tratamento 6% quando comparado ao tratamento controle. Ao incluir 6% de óleo de canola na dieta das vacas houve um aumento linear na concentração no leite de ácidos graxos insaturados em 34,08%, ômega 3 em 115%, ácido rumênico (CLA) em 16,50%, ácido oleico em 44,87% e o índice h/H em 94,44% em comparação ao tratamento controle. O colesterol, HDL e LDL sanguíneos aumentaram linearmente conforme a inclusão do óleo em 34,88 mg/dL, 11,69 mg/dL e 23,98 mg/dL respectivamente, do tratamento 6% em relação ao controle. Não houve efeito da inclusão do óleo de canola sobre o pH ruminal, concentração de nitrogênio amoniacal e ácido propiônico. As variáveis ácido acético, butírico e a relação acético/propiônico, reduziram linearmente conforme a inclusão do óleo de canola. A inclusão de óleo de canola na dieta de vacas em lactação reduz o consumo, produção de leite e a gordura do leite, porém aumenta a concentração de ácidos graxos benéficos para a saúde humana como CLA, ômega 3 e ácido oleico. O óleo de canola não causa problemas à saúde das vacas, pois as variáveis sanguíneas e ruminas estão dentro da normalidade para vacas em lactação. / The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of canola oil inclusion in the diet of dairy cows on milk yield and composition, total apparent digestibility, blood and ruminal variables. Were used 18 Holstein cows averaging 22 (&plusmn; 4) kg/day of milk yield in the middle stage of lactation. The cows were distributed in a Latin square design, with 6 contemporary square, 3 periods and 3 treatments: T1 = control diet (without inclusion of oil); T2 = inclusion of 3% canola oil in the diet and T3 = inclusion of 6% canola oil in the diet (dry matter bases). The inclusion of canola oil in the diet of lactating cows linearly reduced milk yield by 2.51 kg/cow/day, milk concentrations of saturated fatty acid by 20.24%, omega6/omega3 ratio by 39.45%, atherogenicity index by 48.36%, thrombogenicity index by 39.86%, dry matter intake by 2,25kg/d, and ingestion of NDF by 0,87kg/day and CP by 0,45kg/day; and NDF digestibility by 5% in treatment 6% when compared with 0% treatment. With inclusion 6% canola oil in the diet of dairy cows was observed a linear increase in milk concentration of unsaturated fatty acids by 34.08%, omega-3 by 115%, rumenic acid (CLA) by 16.50%, oleic acid by 44.87% and the h/H index by 94.44%, when compared with control diet. The blood concentrations of total cholesterol, HDL and LDL linearly increased in 34.88 mg/dL, 11.69 mg/dL, and 23.98 mg/dL, respectively, according to inclusion of canola oil from 0 to 6% in the diet. No effect of inclusion of canola oil was observed on ruminal pH, and concentrations of ammonia nitrogen and propionic acid. The variables acetic and butyric acids, and acetic/propionic ratio, were linearly reduced with inclusion of canola oil. The inclusion of canola oil in the diet of lactating cows reduces the dry mater intake, milk yield and fat content, but increases the milk concentration of fatty acids with human health benefits, as CLA, omega-3 and oleic acid. Canola oil does not cause problems to health of cows, as blood and ruminal variables are within normal ranges for lactating cows.

Be stars are main-sequence stars and a specific subclass of B type stars with the unique characteristic of showing HI Balmer emission lines in their optical spectra that originates from a circumstellar disk around the star. Over the past 50 years, the Galactic Be star $\\omega$ CMa has exhibited quasi-regular outbursts, every 8 years or so, when the star brightens by about half a magnitude in the V-band. During these outbursts a new disk is formed during the first 3-4 years, and then dissipates in the following 4-6 years. We have access to a rich dataset (including photometry, polarimetry, interferometry and spectroscopy) of $\\omega$ CMa since March 1964 covering several outbursts and quiescence phases. Thus, nature has provided us the perfect experiment to study how Be star disks grow and dissipate. There is an increasing body of evidence that suggests that Be disks are well described by the Viscous Decretion Disk (VDD) model according to which the formation and structure of the disk depend on the kinematic viscosity of the gas. However, most observational tests of the VDD to-date were done for systems that do not display strong temporal variability. We use the rich dataset available for $\\omega$ CMa to perform the first in-depth test of the VDD scenario in a system with strong temporal variability. We use the radiative transfer code HDUST to analyze and interpret the observational dataset. From this analysis we (1) obtain a realistic physical model of the circumstellar environment; (2) measure the viscosity parameter of the gas, both during the formation and dissipation phases of the disk; (3) obtain a reliable estimate of the stellar mass and angular momentum loss rates during outburst. Our simulations offer a good description of the photometric variability, which suggests that the VDD model adequately describes the structural evolution of the disk. Furthermore, our analysis allowed us to determine the viscosity parameter $\\alpha$, as well as the net mass and angular momentum (AM) loss rates. We find that $\\alpha$ is variable, ranging from 0.1 to 1.0, not only from cycle to cycle but also within a given cycle. Additionally, build-up phases have larger values of $\\alpha$ than the dissipation phases. We also find that, contrary to what is generally assumed, during dissipation the outward AM flux is not necessarily zero, meaning that $\\omega$ CMa does not experience a true quiescence but, instead, switches between a high AM loss rate state to a low AM loss rate one during which the disk quickly assumes an overall lower density but never zero. We confront the average AM loss rate with predictions from stellar evolution models for fast-rotating stars, and find that our measurements are smaller by more than one order of magnitude. The model developed using the V-band photometry as a constraint was applied to several other observables. Overall, the results of this multi-technique study were very positive, with a good match for multi-band photometry, polarization, and most spectroscopic characteristics. This is a very relevant result, as it proves that a model that was constructed from constraints only from the very inner part of the disk (the $V$-band light curve), could be extended to the whole disk and to other physical processes. / Estrelas Be são um subtipo específico de estrelas de sequência principal de tipo espectral B. Elas possuem características únicas tais como a presença de linhas de emissão em seu espectro, que se originam de um disco circunstelar. Nos últimos 50 anos, a estrela Be galáctica CMa exibiu erupções quasi-regulares, a cada 8 anos aproximadamente, onde a estrela torna-se mais brilhante na banda V. Nestas erupções um novo disco se forma nos primeiros 3-4 anos e depois dissipa-se nos 4-6 anos seguintes. Temos acesso a uma base de dados rica (incluindo fotometria, polarimetria, interferometria e espectroscopia) de CMa desde março de 1964, que cobre vários ciclos de erupções e quiescências. Assim, a natureza nos proveu um experimento perfeito para estudar como discos de estrelas Be crescem e dissipam-se. Há um corpo de evidências cada vez maior que sugerem que os discos de estrela Be são bem descritos pelo modelo de decréscimo viscoso (VDD), segundo o qual a formação e estrutura do disco depende da viscosidade cinemática do gás. Entretanto, a maioria dos testes conduzidos com o VDD até o momento foram feitos para sistemas que não mostram forte variabilidade temporal. Usamos a rica base de dados de CMa para conduzir o primeiro teste aprofundado do VDD em um sistema fortemente variável. Usamos o código de transporte radiativo HDUST para analisar e interpretar os dados. Desta análise obtemos (1) um modelo fisicamente realista do ambiente circunstelar, (2) a viscosidade do gás, e (3) uma estimativa confiável das taxas de perda de massa e momento angular durante os eventos de formação do disco. Nossas simulações conseguem reproduzir a variabilidade fotométrica muito bem, o que sugere que o modelo VDD descreve corretamente a evolução estrutural do disco. Mostramos que o parâmetro de viscosidade é variável, com valores entre 0.1 e 1. Adicionalmente, as fases de construção do disco têm valores de viscosidade maior. Contrariamente ao que se acredita, mostramos que durante a dissipação a taxa de perda de momento angular não é necessariamente nula, o que implica que CMa não experimenta uma quiescência verdadeira, mas alterna entre uma fase de alta taxa de perda de momento angular (erupção) e uma fase de baixa taxa (quiescência). Confrontamos as taxas de perda de momento angular com as preditas pelos modelos evolutivos de Genebra, e encontramos que nossas taxas são mais que 10 vezes menores que as taxas de previstas pelos modelos. O modelo desenvolvido para reproduzir a curva de luz na banda V foi aplicado a vários outros observáveis. De forma geral, os resultados deste estudo multi-técnica foram muito positivos, com uma boa concordância com a fotometria multi-banda, polarização, e a maioria das características espectrais. Este é um resultado muito relevante, pois prova que um modelo que foi construído apenas a partir de vínculos para a interna do disco (a curva de luz na banda V), pode ser estendido para todo o disco e também outros processos físicos.

Introdução: A doença cardiovascular é a principal causa de morbimortalidade precoce em todo o mundo, e responde por grande parte dos gastos dos recursos destinados aos programas de políticas públicas. Neste contexto, a dieta representa uma importante ferramenta na redução dos fatores de risco cardiovasculares. Tendo em vista que inúmeros estudos mostram que o consumo de ômega 9 ou alimento fonte modifica positivamente diversos fatores de risco cardiovascular clássicos, se torna importante avaliar seu efeito sobre propriedades físico-químicas da LDL e da HDL, marcadores cardiometabólicos e oxidativos em indivíduos brasileiros com diferentes níveis de risco cardiovascular. Objetivo: Avaliar o efeito do consumo de azeite de oliva sobre parâmetros cardiometabólicos clássicos e novos em indivíduos com diferentes níveis de risco cardiovascular. Métodos: O estudo foi do tipo clínico prospectivo, aleatorizado, placebo controlado, duplo cego baseado em intervenção nutricional. Indivíduos de ambos os sexos, distribuídos em grupos azeite de oliva (AO) e placebo (PL) receberam durante 8 semanas 3 g/d de azeite de oliva ou placebo. Todos os indivíduos foram classificados quanto ao risco cardiovascular, seguindo os critérios estabelecidos pelo Escore de Risco de Framingham (ERF). Nos momentos basal, T=4S e T=8S foram determinados o perfil clínico, antecedentes familiares de doenças, pressão arterial, consumo alimentar e nível de atividade física. A partir do plasma ou soro, obtidos após 12 h de jejum, foram determinados o perfil lipídico, as apolipoproteínas, o tamanho da HDL e da LDL, o conteúdo de LDL(-) e de NEFAS e atividade da paraoxonase. A aderência à intervenção foi monitorada por meios diretos (marcadores bioquímicos) e indiretos (registro de intercorrências). Resultados: O azeite de oliva foi efetivo em reduzir concentração de triacilglicerois dos indivíduos em alto risco cardiovascular (p=0,023 no T=4S e p=0,049 no T=8S) e a de LDL-C dos indivíduos com risco cardiovascular intermediário (p=0,045 no T=8S) no atual estudo. Observou-se também redução significativa na LDL(-), quando a amostra foi estratificada pelo ERF. Demais parâmetros permaneceram inalterados em função do tempo da intervenção e do ERF. Conclusão: Baixa suplementação (3 g/d) de azeite de oliva promoveu redução dos triacilglicerois, LDL-C e da LDL(-). Portanto, recomenda-se a incorporação de azeite de oliva na dieta brasileira ainda que em baixas doses. Sugere-se também que estudos adicionais usando doses maiores sejam realizados no sentido de identificar potenciais benefícios cardioprotetores adicionais associados ao consumo de azeite de oliva. / Introduction: Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of premature morbidity and mortality worldwide, and accounts for a large part of the costs of resources devoted to public policy programs. In this context, the diet is an important tool in managing and reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. Given that numerous studies show that consumption of omega 9 or food source changes positively several classical cardiovascular risk factors, it becomes important to evaluate its effect on physicochemical properties of LDL and HDL, cardiometabolic and oxidative markers in Brazilian individuals with different levels of cardiovascular risk. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of consuming olive oil on classical and new cardiometabolic properties in individuals with different levels of cardiovascular risk. Methods: It was a clinical, prospective, randomized, placebo controlled, double blind study based on nutritional intervention. Individuals of both sexes, divided into groups olive oil (AO) and placebo (PL) for 8 weeks received 3 g/d of olive oil or placebo. All subjects were classified for cardiovascular risk following the criteria established by the Framingham Risk Score (FRS). At baseline period, T = 4W and T = 8W the clinical profile, the family history of diseases, blood pressure, food consumption and physical activity level were determined. From plasma or serum obtained after 12 h of fasting lipid profile, apolipoproteins, the size of LDL and HDL, LDL (-) and NEFAS content, and activity of paraoxonase were determined. Adherence to the intervention was monitored by direct means (biochemical markers) and indirect (register of complications). Results: The olive oil was effective in reducing the concentration of triacylglycerol of individuals at high cardiovascular risk (p = 0.023 at T=4W and p=0.049 at T=8W) and LDL-C in individuals with intermediate cardiovascular risk (p=0.045 at T=8W) in the current study. It was also observed a significant reduction in LDL (-) when the sample was divided by the FRS. However, changes in other parameters were not detected when comparing the intervention group and the placebo group. Conclusion: Even at low dosage, olive oil has proved to be beneficial in reducing triglycerides, LDL-C and LDL (-).It is therefore recommended the incorporation of olive oil in the Brazilian diet even in low doses. It is suggested that future studies to use higher doses in order to check additional benefits associated with olive oil consumption.

Introdução - O câncer de mama é dos tipos de câncer mais frequente no mundo e o mais comum entre as mulheres. Sabe-se que durante o desenvolvimento do câncer de mama diversos mecanismos regulatórios estão em desequilíbrio, enquanto processos como a inflamação crônica e as reações pró-oxidativas se encontram estimuladas. Nessa perspectiva, alguns estudos propõem que alguns fatores de risco ambientais possam ser modificados. Desses, grande destaque tem sido direcionado à dieta e, particularmente, ao perfil de gorduras consumidas. Objetivo - Avaliar a associação do índice -3, estresse oxidativo e composição corporal em mulheres com câncer de mama. Métodos - Foram selecionadas 101 mulheres com recém-diagnóstico de câncer de mama, com estadiamento tumoral I a IV. Essas pacientes foram selecionadas do serviço de Mastologia do Hospital Geral de Fortaleza, Ceará. Foram avaliados parâmetros antropométricos (peso, altura, IMC e circunferência da cintura) e de composição corporal por impedância bioelétrica. Após jejum de 12h foram obtidas amostras de sangue e a partir plasma foram analisados os marcadores do estresse oxidativo [LDL eletronegativa LDL(-) e seus auto anticorpos, 8-Oxo-2\'-deoxiguanosina - 8OHdG por meio de imunoensaios, vitaminas lipossolúveis por HPLC e substâncias reativas ao ácido tiobarbitúrico -TBARS por teste colorimétrico]. O perfil de ácidos graxos nos eritrócitos foi determinado por cromatografia a gás e a partir do percentual de ácidos graxos eiocosapentaenoico (EPA) e docosahexaenoico (DHA) calculou-se o índice -3. Os resultados obtidos foram analisados por meio de testes comparação de médias, correlações e modelos de regressão linear (SPSS 20.0). Resultados Não houve relação significativa entre ácidos graxos EPA, DHA e índice -3 e biomarcadores de estresse oxidativo, antropométricos e de composição corporal (p>0,05). Entretanto, os antioxidantes lipossolúveis foram maiores em mulheres na pós-menopausa, com tumor em estágio inicial e linfonodos negativos. O conteúdo de TBARS associou-se com o estadiamento clínico. A adiposidade foi associada com concentrações de retinol e 8-OHdG, enquanto LDL(-), 8-OHdG e TBARS foram correlacionadas com antioxidantes lipossolúveis após o ajuste para fatores de confusão. Conclusão - O índice -3 não está 5 correlacionado com estresse oxidativo e composição corporal. Entretanto, marcadores do estresse oxidativo estiveram associados ao perfil clínico e a composição corporal nestas pacientes. / Introduction - Breast cancer is the most frequent types of cancer worldwide and the most common among women. It is known that during the development of breast cancer several regulatory mechanisms are in imbalance, while processes such as chronic inflammation and pro-oxidative reactions are stimulated. In this perspective, some studies suggest that some environmental risk factors can be modified. These, great emphasis has been directed to the diet and particularly to the profile of the fats consumed. Aim - Assess the association between -3 index, oxidative stress and body composition in women with breast cancer. Methods - 101 women with newly diagnosed breast cancer with tumor stages I to IV were selected. These patients were selected of the Service of Mastology of General Hospital of Fortaleza, Ceará. Anthropometric parameters (weight, height, BMI and waist circumference) and body composition by bioelectrical impedance were evaluated. After 12h fasting blood samples were obtained and, from the plasma, markers of oxidative stress were analyzed [electronegative LDL LDL(-) and their autoantibodies, 8-oxo-2\'-deoxyguanosine - 8OHdG by immunoassays, liposoluble vitamins by HPLC and thiobarbituric acid reactive substances - TBARS by colorimetric test]. The profile of fatty acids in erythrocytes was determined by gas chromatography and, from the percentage of eiocosapentaenoico (EPA) and docosahexaenoic (DHA) fatty acids, the -3 index was calculated. The results were analyzed by comparison of means tests, correlations and linear regression models (SPSS 20.0). Results - There was no significant relation between EPA, DHA and -3 index and biomarkers of oxidative stress, anthropometric and body composition (p>0.05). However, the liposoluble antioxidants were higher in postmenopausal women with early-stage tumors and negative lymph nodes. The content of TBARS was associated with clinical staging. Body fat was associated with retinol concentrations and 8-OHdG, while LDL(-), 8-OHdG and TBARS were correlated with liposoluble antioxidants after adjustment for confounding factors. Conclusion - The -3 7 index is not correlated with oxidative stress and body composition. However, markers of oxidative stress were associated with the clinical profile and body composition in these patients.