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Abstract
Because dietary supplementation of various macronutrients and micronutrients has exhibited immunomodulatory effects including maintenance of homeostasis and improvement of physical and mental well-being of patients with SLE, it is recommended that these patients consume a balanced diet that is low in calories and protein but contains plenty of fiber, PUFAs (ω-3 and ω-6), vitamins (A, B, C, D, and E), minerals (calcium, zinc, selenium, iron and copper) and polyphenol-containing foods. The dietary habits of the Omani females in this study showed high protein and fat intake with low levels of important micronutrients like vitamin C, vitamin D, calcium and selenium, which may be associated with SLE complications in the long term. Replication of the questionnaire recruiting more number of SLE cases and healthy controls will help in confirming the findings. This will help in suggesting healthy dietary plan for patients aiming for better management of the disease and possibly prolongs the remission status of patients.
The dietary habits of the Omani females in this study showed high protein andfat intake with low levels of important micronutrients like vitamin C, vitamin D, calcium, and selenium, which may be associated with SLE complications in the long term. Replication of the questionnaire recruiting a greater number of SLE cases and healthy controls will help in confirming the findings. This will help in suggesting healthy dietary plan for patients aiming for better management of the disease and possibly prolongs the remission status of patients.