Nutrients, Volume 17, Issue 4

Background: Fruit and vegetable (FV) intake is critical for optimizing pregnancy outcomes. Several socio-demographic factors are associated with FV intake, but less is known about behavioral and mental health correlates. Furthermore, existing knowled...

Background: With the continuous elevation of living standards, dining-out behavior has become increasingly prevalent among urban residents. The acceleration of lifestyle rhythms has prompted fast food to emerge as a frequently considered dietary opti...

Background: Peripheral neuropathy (PN), a complication of diabetes and obesity, progresses through a complex pathophysiology. Lifestyle interventions to manage systemic metabolism are recommended to prevent or slow PN, given the multifactorial risks...

The global rise in obesity presents serious concerns, particularly due to its association with pregnancy complications such as gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, cesarean delivery, and fetal macrosomia. Maternal obesity also contributes to intergene...

Background/Objectives: Breastfeeding provides significant health benefits for both infants and mothers, but many women discontinue earlier than recommended. This study investigates the factors contributing to early breastfeeding cessation among Arab...

Objectives: this study aimed to explore the effects of different intake levels (20–80%) of highland barley on the anti-fatigue capacity of ICR mice, focusing on energy metabolism, metabolite accumulation, oxidative stress, and changes in the gu...

Background: Although nutritional status plays a critical role in maintaining muscle strength, limited evidence exists regarding its association with dynapenia. Objectives: We aimed to investigate the association between different nutritional statuses...

Background: Critically ill patients with obesity (PwO) have anthropometric characteristics that can be associated with different nutritional-metabolic requirements than other critically ill patients. However, recommendations regarding nutrition deliv...

Background/Objectives: In this study, we investigated the free-living nutritional intake of older people with type 2 diabetes (T2D) and examined the relationship between nutritional intake and skeletal muscle mass. Methods: Subjects aged 65 years or...

Background/Objectives: Extracts of the plant Centella asiatica can enhance mitochondrial function, promote antioxidant activity and improve cognitive deficits. Asiatic acid (AA) is one of the constituent triterpene compounds present in the plant. In...

Background/Objectives: Evidence suggests that food insecurity (FI) is a risk factor for eating disorder (ED) symptoms, especially binge eating (BE), yet research focusing on the psychosocial effects among midlife/older women is lacking. Midlife/older...

In children with type I diabetes mellitus (T1DM) and celiac disease (CD), malabsorption could add to a deficient nutritional status, resulting in impaired growth and weight and height deficits, as well as deficiencies in vitamins and micronutrients....

The increased consumption of fruit and vegetables is essential for moving towards a healthier and more sustainable diet. Vegetarian diets are gaining in popularity due to their environmental and health implications; however, there is a need for addit...

Background/Objectives: Addressing the risk of malnutrition at an early stage is crucial to preventing its development, which can have a detrimental impact on physical and mental health status. This study investigates the potential role of biochemical...

Migraine is a widespread and intricate neurological condition that involves various factors and is marked by recurring headache episodes. Migraine is among the ten neurological conditions accounting for the greatest disability in the whole population...

Background/Objectives: Long-term spaceflight in a microgravity environment frequently results in gastrointestinal dysfunction, presenting substantial challenges to astronauts’ health. Hericium erinaceus, a plant recognized for its dual use as f...

Background: Post-COVID-19 irritable bowel syndrome (PCIBS) is a frequent finding and is frequently associated with enteral dysbiosis. This pilot study compared the effects of extracts from curcuma and boswellia on PCIBS and irritable bowel syndrome (...

Background: Obesity impairs renal function through direct mechanisms, such as proinflammatory adipocytokine production, and indirect mechanisms, including obesity-related comorbidities. Despite the increasing prevalence of obesity and chronic kidney...

Aging and longevity are shaped by the exposome, a dynamic network of environmental, social, and biological factors. Understanding how these exposures interact with biological mechanisms can inform strategies for healthier aging. Background/Objectives...

Background/Objectives: Acute alcohol consumption can cause intestinal dysfunction, whereas L-theanine (LTA) has shown the potential to support intestinal health. We explored L-theanine’s ability to protect against acute alcohol-induced injury....

Objectives: This study examines the mediating role of nutritional intake in the relationship between tooth loss and healthy ageing in older American adults. Methods: A secondary data analysis was conducted using the Health and Retirement Study (HRS),...

Background: A 2014 survey showed nutritional management could be improved in Belgian pediatric departments. This follow-up survey aimed to: (1) list allied health resources/staffing in Belgian pediatric departments, (2) survey nutritional screening a...

Background/Objectives: The increasing prevalence of metabolic disorders underscores the need for effective interventions to mitigate environmental stressors such as diesel particulate matter (DPM), a major urban air pollutant. DPM is composed of fine...

Background: The use of mental health questionnaires is common in desk-based public health epidemiological research; however, the burden this might put on participants and researchers has been questioned and has not been previously addressed. This pap...

Background/Objectives: Observing a patient’s dietary behaviour before bariatric surgery may help to predict their diet (and indirectly, the rate of weight loss) after the procedure. Consequently, the aim of this study was to identify dietary pa...

Objectives: The primary aim of this single cross-sectional study was to identify the physical characteristics (anthropometric, somatotype, body composition) of orienteering athletes (OAs) and to compare them with nutrition knowledge (NK) and physical...

Background/objectives: The implementation of appropriate hemodialysis treatment in the transition from end-stage kidney disease to reduced frequency schedules represents a major challenge. The aim of our work is to report only treatment protocols tha...

Phytochemicals are chemical compounds naturally occurring in plants [...]

Background/Objectives: This systematic review evaluates the efficacy of quail egg-based supplements (QES) as an integrative remedy for treating allergic rhinitis. Methods: A comprehensive search of PubMed, Scopus, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, and Google...

Introduction/Objectives: Type 2 diabetes (T2D) continues to pose a substantial global public health challenge. Current evidence has linked an increase in the risk of T2D to chronic exposure to the heavy metals cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb). The present...

Introduction: Type 2 diabetes is a significant health concern in the 21st century, and its prevalence continues to rise despite efforts to promote preventive lifestyle changes. This increase has led to higher economic burdens, prompting the search fo...

Child health is a cornerstone of social well-being, and nutrition plays a crucial role in shaping the growth and development of young individuals [...]

Background: There is growing interest in the role of gut microbiota in the pathophysiology of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs), including Crohn’s disease (CD). Probiotics have been proposed as a potential adjunct therapy for these conditions...

Background: A high-quality diet is linked to cardiometabolic risk reduction. Culinary medicine interventions are effective in improving nutrition and health outcomes. While personalized nutrition is usually related to improving patient outcomes throu...

Background/Objectives: The current approach to obesity care, which primarily focuses on weight loss, is often insufficient because of the challenges in maintaining long-term results. Therefore, novel, safe, and sustainable medications for obesity are...

Background/Objectives: The Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition (GLIM) is suggested by major societies. The etiologic criteria for inflammation in critically ill patients remain unclear. Because an initial nutritional assessment is recommende...

Background: The relationship between alcohol consumption and vascular structure and arterial stiffness is not clear, especially in people diagnosed with persistent COVID. The aim of this study was to evaluate how alcohol use is related to vascular st...

Background: Our previous research in an experimental model of current environmental human exposure to cadmium (Cd) (female rats fed a diet containing Cd at 1 and 5 mg/kg for up to 2 years) revealed that chronic treatment with this toxic element destr...

Background/Objectives: The gut microbiota is involved in modulating gastrointestinal function and consequently contributes to the manifestation of functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs). The aim of the study was to analyze the composition of t...

With the spread of enhanced recovery protocols, the management of the perioperative pathway of patients undergoing major orthopaedic surgery has been harmonised to these international standards. A natural evolution of the enhanced recovery framework...

Background: Our recent findings, of the highest survival rate of animals that consumed moderate amounts of white wine for four weeks prior to surgically induced myocardial infarction by the ligation of the left anterior descending artery, prompted us...

Introduction: Childhood obesity is a growing public health problem with long-term consequences. Understanding the early contributing factors is crucial for prevention and early intervention. This study explored the influence of breastfeeding, birth w...

Background: The Mediterranean Diet is recognized as one of the healthiest dietary patterns; however, in recent years, a decline in adherence has been observed in Mediterranean countries. University students represent a particularly vulnerable populat...

Background: The gradual rise in global temperatures can affect skeletal muscle development and intestinal microorganisms. However, the influence of microbial metabolites on skeletal muscle homeostasis under heat stress (HS) remains unclear. Methods:...

Background: Consuming a variety of foods is believed to promote thorough chewing; however, it remains unclear whether individuals who consume various foods actually chew them thoroughly. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the association between...

Background/Objectives: Patients with psoriasis exhibit endothelial dysfunction (EDy), which increases their cardiovascular risk. Excessive salt intake impairs endothelium-dependent vascular reactivity. However, research on EDy in psoriasis has focuse...

Background: This study explores the potential of the Pleurotus eryngii mushroom fermentation supernatant (FS-PEWS) as an intervention for mitigating sodium deoxycholate (SDC)-induced intestinal barrier dysfunction and inflammation. Methods: FS-PEWS w...

Background/Objectives. Psoriasis is a common chronic skin inflammatory disorder pathogenetically associated with genetic, environmental, and immunological factors. The hallmarks of psoriatic lesions include sustained inflammation related to alteratio...

Background: Probiotics have been shown to enhance cognitive function in individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), but their efficacy varies, depending on the strain and dosage. Objectives: Clinical investigations are crucial to confirm their...

Background/Objectives: Gut microbiome modulation through probiotics is a growing area of research, with several investigations reporting beneficial health outcomes for the host. Physical exercise has been shown to impact gut microbiome diversity. Eme...