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Functional yogurt, enriched and probiotic: A focus on human health

WebThe food industry has always sought to produce products enriched with vitamins, probiotics, polyphenols, and other bioactive compounds to improve physiological function, enhance nutritional value, and provide health. These compounds are essential for human health, and their deficiency can lead to adverse effects. Therefore, food …

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Basic concepts in nutrition: Epidemiology of malnutrition

WebUndernutrition has been cited as a public health problem in both developed and developing countries. In England, about 5% of the population are underweight (BMI < 20 kg/m 2) and at risk of malnutrition due to chronic protein-energy deficiency.Other national surveys (e.g. Ireland, Scotland, Britain) suggest a similar proportion of individuals are …

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Safety and effectiveness of vitamin D mega-dose: A systematic …

WebSupplementation with high doses of vitamin D, known as mega-dose or “stoss therapy,” refers to administering high doses of vitamin D by oral or intramuscular route in short periods of time. In this sense, conducting a review to organize this knowledge in a single article will generate a helpful instrument for researchers working in this area …

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The impact of home parenteral nutrition on the burden of disease

WebHome parenteral nutrition (HPN) provides fluid and nutrition essential for the survival of patients with type 3 intestinal failure (IF). However, it is associated with complications and re-admission to hospital. This study aims to investigate the effect of HPN on mortality, morbidity and hospital re-admissions.

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Nutritional problems of the elderly, the impact on metabolic status …

WebThe goal of aging society is to keep their members in good health and autonomous. Age related changes in nutrition and age and disease related changes in metabolism can promote more or less expressed changes in the structure of tissues and organs that result in decreased function (mobility problems, falls), changes in body strength or form …

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Early enteral nutrition is associated with improved outcomes in

WebEarly EN within 3 days of MV initiation in real-world practice demonstrated improved clinical and economic outcomes. These data suggest that early EN is associated with decreased hospital mortality, increased discharge to home, and decreased hospital and ICU LOS, time on MV, and cost compared to delayed initiation of EN; highlighting the …

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Phase angle and body composition: A scoping review

WebThe aim of the study was to map evidence on the association between phase angle (PhA) and body composition in populations healthy and clinical populations). A systematic search for information regarding the topic was conducted in nine electronic databases (CINAHL, LILACS, PubMed, SciELO, Scopus, SPORTDiscus, Science Direct, …

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Basic concepts in nutrition: Overnutrition – Functional and clinical

WebWhole-body insulin resistance is, according to Reaven, predominantly due to steatosis of muscles. Liver steatosis is also common in the obese and those suffering from metabolic syndrome, and is the commonest cause of non-alcoholic cirrhosis in the developed world.

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Nutrition as a key to boost immunity against COVID-19

WebThe Coronavirus-disease 2019 (COVID-19) was declared as a global pandemic on March 11, 2020 by the World Health Organization. Since then, the scientific community has been actively engaged in developing a vaccine against the dreaded disease. Considerable research has also been performed for drugs that can directly interfere with …

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Systematic review of nutrition support interventions in adult

WebChimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR) T cell therapy is a novel adoptive immunotherapy that is revolutionising the treatment of haematological malignancies and solid tumours. Maintaining a patient's nutritional status and implementing nutrition support interventions have been shown to improve certain patient outcomes in standard anti …

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Patients' experiences eating in a hospital – A qualitative study

WebEven though there is a lot of focus on nutrition in hospitals, patients often continue to lose weight during their stay. A meal is a complex activity. Several factors have an influence on the intake of nutrition. The purpose of the study is to identify the experiences of patients about eating situations, wishes and needs in connection with meals during …

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Use of digital technologies in the nutritional management of …

WebComprehensive search strategies were developed and executed with assistance from a University of Alberta Health Sciences Librarian. The three databases searched in this rapid review included MEDLINE (1946–March 4th, 2021), EMBASE, and the Cochrane Library (reviews and trials).

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The glycaemic index of Manuka honey

WebRates of obesity and diabetes are increasing in Western populations, and it is suggested that these diseases can be moderated, in part, by consuming foods that produce a low blood sugar response. Anecdotally honeys are thought to be comparable to simple sugars for sweetness and glycaemic response, although little is currently known …

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Red and processed meat intake and risk of cardiovascular disease: …

WebPrevious observational studies have yielded inconsistent findings regarding associations between red/processed meat intake and the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Some studies have suggested positive relationships, while others have demonstrated no significant associations. However, causal effects remain uncertain. This …

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Is multi-level marketing of nutrition supplements a legal and an

WebMulti-level marketing (MLM) of nutrition products has experienced dramatic growth in recent decades. ‘Wellness’ is the second most popular niche in the MLM industry and represents 35% of sales among all the products in 2016. This category includes dietary supplements, weight management and sports nutrition products. The aim of this paper is …

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Dietary and lifestyle habits among university students at different

WebCollege serves as a transitionary period into adulthood where students begin making independent dietary and lifestyle choices and begin forming possibly detrimental habits. Such habits may persist into adulthood and negatively affect their long-term health and risk of disease. This study aimed at exploring the dietary and lifestyle habits among the …

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Let not thy food be confused with thy medicine: The Hippocratic

WebThe link between food and health has been documented since Antiquity. The aim of the article is to show that the alleged Hippocratic phrase “let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food” is a widespread misquotation, lying at the root of an entire misconception about the ancient concepts of food and medicine.

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Chilli intake is inversely associated with hypertension among adults

WebChilli intake was inversely associated with the risk of developing hypertension in Chinese adults. •. The association between chilli intake and hypertension was independent of overall dietary patterns and BMI. •. This is the first large population based longitudinal study with a median follow-up of 9 years. •.

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