Nutrición

Designing Better Resources: Consumer Experiences, Priorities and Preferences Regarding Contemporary Nutrition Education Materials

ABSTRACT Introduction Nutrition education materials are frequently used by dietitians to support counselling and education. Few studies have explored consumer perspectives regarding these resources and none in a contemporary setting post pandemic. Methods Purposive sampling was used to recruit a range of Australian consumers to participate in seven focus groups (conducted between April 2022 and […]

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The Naples prognostic score as a nutritional and inflammatory biomarkers of stroke prevalence and all-cause mortality: insights from NHANES

Stroke is a complex neurological condition characterized by high rates of incidence, recurrence, disability, and mortality, making it one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. The Naples pro… ​Stroke is a complex neurological condition characterized by high rates of incidence, recurrence, disability, and mortality, making it one of the leading causes of

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Prognostic nutritional index and diabetic peripheral neuropathy in type 2 diabetes: a machine learning approach

The prognostic nutritional index (PNI), an indicator of nutritional status, has been linked to various diabetic complications. However, its relationship with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) remains unclea… ​The prognostic nutritional index (PNI), an indicator of nutritional status, has been linked to various diabetic complications. However, its relationship with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) remains unclea… Read More

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Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement in Maternal, Infant, Young Child and Adolescent Nutrition Service Provision in Five Countries

This qualitative assessment presents findings from five countries (Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Ethiopia and India) where Alive and Thrive addressed the quality of maternal, infant, young child and adolescent nutrition (MIYCAN) services to understand the quality frameworks used, components addressed and factors that can improve the quality of MIYCAN services. ABSTRACT Greater efforts are needed

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Cross‐Sectional Associations Between Exposure to Commercial Milk Formula Marketing, Beliefs About Its Use, and Socioeconomic Position Among Pregnant Women and Mothers in the UK

All women in this UK study reported exposure to formula milk marketing. Women of lower and middle socioeconomic position (SEP) were more likely than those of higher SEP to believe formula provides equal or greater benefits than breastfeeding. Tighter legislation is needed to restrict marketing suggesting formula is breastmilk equivalent/superior. ABSTRACT International provisions are in

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Perceptions, Causes and Treatment of Severe Acute Malnutrition, Mbuji‐Mayi, Kasai‐Oriental, Democratic Republic of the Congo

This study reveals that the causes and treatment of SAM are influenced by local community perceptions. The results underline the importance of combining different forms of care to improve access to treatment, and of building on existing community networks of traditional healers, religious groups and women’s groups to prevent undernutrition. ABSTRACT The effective management of

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Exploring self-management’s mediating role in health literacy and quality of life: evidence from COPD patients in Hunan, China

This study aimed to investigate the relationship between health information literacy and quality of life and to explore the mediating role of self-management in this relationship among COPD patients in Hunan, … ​This study aimed to investigate the relationship between health information literacy and quality of life and to explore the mediating role of self-management

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Factors affecting breastfeeding initiation among mothers in Riyadh primary healthcare clinics: a cross-sectional study

This study examined the prevalence, timing, and factors associated with breastfeeding practices among Saudi mothers. Breastfeeding is integral to infant health, and understanding cultural and demographic influ… ​This study examined the prevalence, timing, and factors associated with breastfeeding practices among Saudi mothers. Breastfeeding is integral to infant health, and understanding cultural and demographic influ… Read More

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Mapping Stakeholders in Mexico’s Maternal and Child Health Network: A Net‐Map Approach

We applied the Net-Map methodology to map actors involved in maternal and child health in Mexico through interviews (n = 34). Results show that decision-making power lies with government and supranational organizations, with limited input from civil society. Strengthening networks across all levels is essential to improve ongoing and future actions. ABSTRACT Maternal and child health care

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