Scientific basis

The Scientific Basis of Dieta MiNu®

Dieta MiNu® is based on a solid scientific foundation, highlighting the crucial role of essential micronutrients in optimizing cellular metabolism, supporting mental and physical well-being and preventing numerous chronic diseases.

This innovative method, designed by Dr. Claudio Frasson, is based on established scientific evidence and internationally recognized nutritional guidelines.

Scientific Foundations of Dieta MiNu®

Dieta MiNu® is a method that is based on rigorous scientific principles to provide a safe and effective nutritional pathway. Key scientific foundations include:

  1. Micronutrient optimization: Dieta MiNu® follows the levels recommended by LARN (Reference Intake Levels of Nutrients) for the Italian population, ensuring a balanced intake of all essential nutrients.
  2. Scientific validation: The method is supported by large-scale studies, such as the Predimed Study for cardiovascular prevention, and epidemiological research on nutrition and health.
  3. Adherence to the principles of the Mediterranean Diet: Dieta MiNu® incorporates the benefits of the Mediterranean diet, recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity.
  4. Advanced clinical methodologies: Use of tools such as impedance measurement, plicometry, and metabolism analysis to tailor diet plans to the specific needs of each patient.

Clinical Outcomes and Health Impacts

Clinical trials conducted by Dr. Claudio Frasson on more than 330 patients have shown extraordinary results:

  • Reduction in fat mass, including visceral fat mass;
  • Improved basal metabolic rate;
  • Increased patient satisfaction, with a satisfaction level of 98%.

Scientific References

Dieta MiNu® is based on a rich foundation of scientific studies and academic references, including:

Scientific References

  1. Frasson, C., The role of some essential micronutrients in human nutrition, University of Padua, 2009.
  2. LARN, Fifth Edition (2024), Reference Intake Levels of Nutrients for the Italian Population, SINU.
  3. Handbook of Obesity – Clinical Applications, Bray G.A., Bouchard C., 4th edition, 2014.
  4. Linus Pauling Institute, Micronutrients and Health, Oregon State University.
  5. Linus Pauling, Vitamin C and Common Cold, 1970.
  6. Rinzler, C.A., The New Complete Book of Food, 2009.
  7. Coates, P.M., Encyclopedia of Dietary Supplements, Marcel Dekker, 2005.
  8. SIO-SISDCA consensus, Obesity and eating disorders, Department of Medical Pathophysiology, 2004.
  9. Mediterranean Diet Foundation, Med Diet 4.0: a model for food sustainability.
  10. Keys, A., Seven Countries Study, Impacts of the Mediterranean diet on cardiovascular disease.
  11. Willett, W., Nutrition and Chronic Disease Prevention, Harvard School of Public Health, 2005.
  12. European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism (ESPEN), Nutritional guidelines for chronic diseases, 2012.
  13. Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry, Role of micronutrients in metabolic pathways, 2018.
  14. Thesis in collaboration with Frasson, C., “Cardiovascular prevention and micronutrition,” University of Verona, 2018.
  15. Thesis in collaboration with Frasson, C., “Micronutrients and diabetes prevention,” University of Padua, 2016.
  16. British Journal of Nutrition, Mediterranean diet and inflammation markers, 2017.
  17. Nutrition Reviews, Micronutrient deficiencies and global health, 2019.
  18. Ancel Keys, The Biology of Human Starvation, 1950.
  19. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, “Critical Role of Nutrition in Improving Quality of Care,” 2013.
  20. IFMeD, Italian Campaign for the Promotion of the Mediterranean Diet, 2014.
  21. Predimed Study, Effects of the Mediterranean diet on cardiovascular prevention.
  22. Mediterranean Diet Foundation, Med Diet 4.0: a model for food sustainability.
  23. Attica Study, Nutritional Impact and Prevention.
  24. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Vitamin D and bone health, 2015.
  25. WHO, Guidelines on dietary mineral intake, 2016.
  26. Ancel Keys, How to Eat Well and Stay Well the Mediterranean Way, 1975.

Dieta MiNu® stands out for its scientific and personalized approach, placing the patient’s overall well-being at the center. Whether you want to prevent chronic diseases or simply improve your health, Dieta MiNu® represents an innovative, effective and scientifically validated solution.