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View article: WiseFood: A Protocol for the User Needs Assessment, Co-Design, and Feasibility testing of an AI-supported nutrition application in a Living Lab context (Preprint)
WiseFood: A Protocol for the User Needs Assessment, Co-Design, and Feasibility testing of an AI-supported nutrition application in a Living Lab context (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Unhealthy and unsustainable diets remain a major global challenge, contributing significantly to poor health outcomes, environmental degradation, and social inequalities. Despite growing awareness, individuals face persistent b…
View article: Influences of the Built, Physical, or Spatial Environment on Breastfeeding: A Scoping Review Protocol
Influences of the Built, Physical, or Spatial Environment on Breastfeeding: A Scoping Review Protocol Open
Background Breastfeeding remains a critical public health strategy with the potential to lower childhood morbidity and mortality; however, breastfeeding rates remain below optimal levels. Extensive research suggests that the impact of indi…
View article: Food Insecurity, Food Behaviours, Diet Quality and Mental Wellbeing in the UK: A Nationally-Representative Cross-Sectional Study Amid the Cost-of-Living Crisis
Food Insecurity, Food Behaviours, Diet Quality and Mental Wellbeing in the UK: A Nationally-Representative Cross-Sectional Study Amid the Cost-of-Living Crisis Open
Since late 2021, the UK has been experiencing a cost-of-living crisis which has increased the number of households vulnerable to food insecurity. Food insecurity is a contributing factor for poorer mental health, higher rates of obesity an…
View article: The effect of lifestyle intervention and depression symptoms on binge eating and relation of binge eating to gestational weight gain and child birth weight in the UPBEAT cohort of pregnant women living with obesity
The effect of lifestyle intervention and depression symptoms on binge eating and relation of binge eating to gestational weight gain and child birth weight in the UPBEAT cohort of pregnant women living with obesity Open
Binge eating is one of the most prevalent eating disorder behaviours in pregnancy, its risk factors and association with pregnancy-related outcomes has sparsely researched in this population. This study aimed to investigate: (hypothesis 1)…
View article: A qualitative exploration of women's experiences of food insecurity around pregnancy aligned with the socio-ecological model
A qualitative exploration of women's experiences of food insecurity around pregnancy aligned with the socio-ecological model Open
Pregnancy, postpartum, and infancy are pivotal periods when food insecurity (FI), defined as inconsistent access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food, can adversely impact maternal and child health. Despite high FI rates in the UK, lit…
View article: Metallomic profiles of pregnant women living with obesity in the UK: a secondary analysis of UPBEAT
Metallomic profiles of pregnant women living with obesity in the UK: a secondary analysis of UPBEAT Open
Characterization of serum metal element concentrations in pregnancy enables the elucidation of relationships with maternal-fetal and neonatal health. Metal elements in the blood serve as essential cofactors for enzymatic reactions and cont…
View article: The Influence of Snacking on Glycaemia in Women With Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review
The Influence of Snacking on Glycaemia in Women With Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review Open
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is characterised by glucose intolerance identified during pregnancy, typically resolving postpartum. Globally, the standardised prevalence is 14%. Dietary management is essential in mitigating adverse ma…
View article: Evaluating acceptability and experiences of pregnant women at high risk of developing gestational diabetes who take part in antenatal intervention trials: a qualitative systematic review
Evaluating acceptability and experiences of pregnant women at high risk of developing gestational diabetes who take part in antenatal intervention trials: a qualitative systematic review Open
Background Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is associated with short- and longer-term adverse outcomes for both mother and child. The success of randomised controlled trials (RCTs) assessing interventions to prevent GDM depends in part …
View article: Experiences of women with type 2 diabetes during the pre‐pregnancy, pregnancy and postpartum periods: A systematic review of qualitative studies
Experiences of women with type 2 diabetes during the pre‐pregnancy, pregnancy and postpartum periods: A systematic review of qualitative studies Open
Aim To explore the experiences of women with type 2 diabetes prior to, during and after pregnancy. Methods Six databases were systematically searched in September 2023. Qualitative studies involving women of childbearing age living with ty…
View article: Interventions Initiated Before and After Pregnancy for Women who Experience Severe Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy: A Scoping Review
Interventions Initiated Before and After Pregnancy for Women who Experience Severe Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy: A Scoping Review Open
View article: The Translation of Policy to Person: A Qualitative Analysis of Elite Athletes’ Perceptions of Pregnancy in the United Kingdom
The Translation of Policy to Person: A Qualitative Analysis of Elite Athletes’ Perceptions of Pregnancy in the United Kingdom Open
View article: Establishing pharmacy perceptions of e-learning format, design and development for general practice continuing professional development in Scotland
Establishing pharmacy perceptions of e-learning format, design and development for general practice continuing professional development in Scotland Open
Background: This study explores an important area for Continuing Professional Development in pharmacy education and digital learning. Increased demand has generated the necessity for reviewing e-learning module development that successfull…
View article: An Evaluation of ChatGPT for Nutrient Content Estimation from Meal Photographs
An Evaluation of ChatGPT for Nutrient Content Estimation from Meal Photographs Open
Background/Objectives: Advances in artificial intelligence now allow combined use of large language and vision models; however, there has been limited evaluation of their potential in dietary assessment. This study aimed to evaluate the ac…
View article: Preconception health in adolescence and adulthood across generations in the UK: Findings from three British birth cohort studies
Preconception health in adolescence and adulthood across generations in the UK: Findings from three British birth cohort studies Open
Optimising preconception health in women and men holds significant potential for improving pregnancy and offspring health outcomes. To create a picture of the state of preconception health in the UK, this study aimed to describe the preval…
View article: Interventions in women with type 2 diabetes mellitus in the pre‐pregnancy, pregnancy and postpartum periods to optimise care and health outcomes: A systematic review
Interventions in women with type 2 diabetes mellitus in the pre‐pregnancy, pregnancy and postpartum periods to optimise care and health outcomes: A systematic review Open
Aims Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition affecting increasing numbers of women of reproductive age. Recent UK data show more severe adverse offspring outcomes (stillbirth, neonatal death) than in infants of those with Type 1 diabetes. T…
View article: Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy: a cross-sectional study of community pharmacists in the UK
Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy: a cross-sectional study of community pharmacists in the UK Open
Objectives To assess the content and frequency of advice community pharmacists (CPs) provide to pregnant women with nausea and vomiting, their confidence in providing advice, and their knowledge of the safety of medication used to manage t…
View article: Associations between maternal diet, family eating habits and preschool children’s dietary patterns: insights from the UPBEAT trial
Associations between maternal diet, family eating habits and preschool children’s dietary patterns: insights from the UPBEAT trial Open
Unhealthy dietary patterns in childhood are directly linked to similar maternal patterns and family meal behaviours, such as television viewing and food rewards. These findings highlight targetable behaviours for public health intervention…
View article: 32 A Qualitative Analysis of Elite Athletes Perceptions of Pregnancy in the United Kingdom
32 A Qualitative Analysis of Elite Athletes Perceptions of Pregnancy in the United Kingdom Open
Purpose Female athletes train and compete at an elite level during their reproductive years, with an increasing number of athletes navigating an athletic career alongside pregnancy. There is a paucity of research exploring the antenatal ex…
View article: Breastfeeding behaviours in women with obesity; associations with weight retention and the serum metabolome: a secondary analysis of UPBEAT
Breastfeeding behaviours in women with obesity; associations with weight retention and the serum metabolome: a secondary analysis of UPBEAT Open
View article: Returning to sport after pregnancy: A qualitative study of elite female athletes in the UK
Returning to sport after pregnancy: A qualitative study of elite female athletes in the UK Open
Background: Returning to sport postpartum is becoming increasingly common for elite athletes. While policies to support women during this period are emerging, this remains an area of limited research. To date the lived postpartum experienc…
View article: Vitamin D status of pregnant women with obesity in the UK and its association with pregnancy outcomes: a secondary analysis of the UK Pregnancies Better Eating and Activity Trial (UPBEAT) study
Vitamin D status of pregnant women with obesity in the UK and its association with pregnancy outcomes: a secondary analysis of the UK Pregnancies Better Eating and Activity Trial (UPBEAT) study Open
Prenatal vitamin D deficiency is widely reported and may affect perinatal outcomes. In this secondary analysis of the UK Pregnancies Better Eating and Activity Trial, we examined vitamin D status and its relationship with selected pregnanc…
View article: General practitioners’ experiences of providing lifestyle advice to patients with depression: A qualitative focus group study
General practitioners’ experiences of providing lifestyle advice to patients with depression: A qualitative focus group study Open
Objective Depression is an increasingly common mental health disorder in the UK, managed predominantly in the community by GPs. Emerging evidence suggests lifestyle medicine is a key component in the management of depression. We aimed to e…
View article: Preconception health in adolescence and adulthood across generations in the UK: findings from three British birth cohort studies
Preconception health in adolescence and adulthood across generations in the UK: findings from three British birth cohort studies Open
Optimising preconception health in women and men holds significant potential for improving pregnancy and offspring health outcomes. To create a picture of the state of preconception health in the UK, this study aimed to describe the preval…
View article: A systematic review of community pharmacy interventions to improve peri- and post-menopausal health
A systematic review of community pharmacy interventions to improve peri- and post-menopausal health Open
Menopause is defined as the permanent cessation of menstruation due to loss of ovarian follicular function. Symptoms include mood disorders, vaginal atrophy, hot flashes and night sweats and can emerge during a gradual transition period ca…
View article: Interventions in preconception and pregnant women at risk of gestational diabetes; a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
Interventions in preconception and pregnant women at risk of gestational diabetes; a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials Open
View article: Maternal Obesity and Patterns in Postnatal Diet, Physical Activity and Weight among a Highly Deprived Population in the UK: The GLOWING Pilot Trial
Maternal Obesity and Patterns in Postnatal Diet, Physical Activity and Weight among a Highly Deprived Population in the UK: The GLOWING Pilot Trial Open
Preconception obesity is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes and deprivation. The postnatal period provides an opportunity for preconception intervention. There is a lack of published postnatal behaviour and weight data to inform in…
View article: Effects of Non-Essential “Toxic” Trace Elements on Pregnancy Outcomes: A Narrative Overview of Recent Literature Syntheses
Effects of Non-Essential “Toxic” Trace Elements on Pregnancy Outcomes: A Narrative Overview of Recent Literature Syntheses Open
Adverse pregnancy outcomes and their complications cause increased maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality and contribute considerably to the global burden of disease. In the last two decades, numerous narrative and systematic review…
View article: Interventions to enhance pre‐pregnancy care for women with type 2 diabetes: A systematic review of the literature
Interventions to enhance pre‐pregnancy care for women with type 2 diabetes: A systematic review of the literature Open
Aims The aim of the study was to examine the content and impact of interventions that have been used to increase the uptake of pre‐pregnancy care for women with type 2 diabetes, and their impact on maternal and fetal outcomes. Methods A sy…
View article: The physical‐mental health interface in the preconception period: analysis of 131 182 women planning pregnancy in the <scp>UK</scp>
The physical‐mental health interface in the preconception period: analysis of 131 182 women planning pregnancy in the <span>UK</span> Open
Objective The physical and mental health of women prior to conception can have a significant impact on pregnancy and child outcomes. Given the rising burden of non‐communicable diseases, the aim was to explore the relation between mental h…
View article: Longitudinal dietary trajectories from pregnancy to 3 years post delivery in women with obesity: relationships with adiposity
Longitudinal dietary trajectories from pregnancy to 3 years post delivery in women with obesity: relationships with adiposity Open
Objective The study aim was to examine the relationships between longitudinal dietary trajectories from early pregnancy to 3 years post delivery and adiposity measures in women with obesity. Methods The diets of 1208 women with obesity in …