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View article: The Hypoglycaemic Effects of the New Zealand Pine Bark Extract on Sucrose Uptake and Glycaemic Responses in Healthy Adults—A Single-Blind, Randomised, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Trial
The Hypoglycaemic Effects of the New Zealand Pine Bark Extract on Sucrose Uptake and Glycaemic Responses in Healthy Adults—A Single-Blind, Randomised, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Trial Open
Background: The New Zealand pine bark has been demonstrated in vitro to inhibit digestive enzymes involved in carbohydrate digestion (alpha-amylase, alpha-glucosidase, and dipeptidyl-peptidase 4 (DPP-4)). Objective: This study aims to inve…
View article: A Community-Engaged Research Approach to Improve Mental Health Among Latina Immigrants: ALMA Photovoice
A Community-Engaged Research Approach to Improve Mental Health Among Latina Immigrants: ALMA Photovoice Open
Recent Latina immigrants are at increased risk of poor mental health due to stressors associated with adapting to life in the United States. Existing social and health care policies often do not adequately address the mental health concern…
View article: VEGF-A related SNPs: a cardiovascular context
VEGF-A related SNPs: a cardiovascular context Open
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death worldwide. Currently, cardiovascular disease risk algorithms play a role in primary prevention. However, this is complicated by a lack of powerfully predictive biomarkers that c…
View article: Dietary practices, physical activity and social determinants of non-communicable diseases in Nepal: A systemic analysis
Dietary practices, physical activity and social determinants of non-communicable diseases in Nepal: A systemic analysis Open
Unhealthy dietary habits and physical inactivity are major risk factors of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) globally. The objective of this paper was to describe the role of dietary practices and physical activity in the interaction of the…
View article: Rooibos Tea Extract May Help to Reduce Incretin Demand in Healthier Prediabetes Subgroup
Rooibos Tea Extract May Help to Reduce Incretin Demand in Healthier Prediabetes Subgroup Open
Rooibos tea (Apalathus linearis) extract, rich in glycosylated polyphenols (aspalathin and nothofagin), has been shown to improve glycaemic responses in individuals with prediabetes, a high-risk state for developing type 2 diabetes (T2D). …
View article: The Inhibitory Effects of New Zealand Pine Bark (Enzogenol®) on α-Amylase, α-Glucosidase, and Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (DPP-4) Enzymes
The Inhibitory Effects of New Zealand Pine Bark (Enzogenol®) on α-Amylase, α-Glucosidase, and Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (DPP-4) Enzymes Open
The New Zealand pine bark extract (Enzogenol®) has previously been shown to elicit acute hypoglycaemic effects in humans. The present study investigated the underlying mechanisms of Enzogenol® in reducing postprandial glucose in humans. Th…
View article: Acute supplementation of beetroot but not blackcurrant juice manages postprandial blood glucose responses in healthy adults
Acute supplementation of beetroot but not blackcurrant juice manages postprandial blood glucose responses in healthy adults Open
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View article: Hypoglycemic effects of antioxidant-rich plant extracts on postprandial glycemic responses in participants with prediabetes (GLARE study)
Hypoglycemic effects of antioxidant-rich plant extracts on postprandial glycemic responses in participants with prediabetes (GLARE study) Open
Background: Plant extracts may help to improve glycemic control in individuals with poor glycemic control. However, few studies have been investigated in the prediabetes cohort, which is a high-risk condition for T2DM. Thus, this study aim…
View article: A Narrative Review of Human Clinical Trials on the Impact of Phenolic-Rich Plant Extracts on Prediabetes and Its Subgroups
A Narrative Review of Human Clinical Trials on the Impact of Phenolic-Rich Plant Extracts on Prediabetes and Its Subgroups Open
Phenolic-rich plant extracts have been demonstrated to improve glycemic control in individuals with prediabetes. However, there is increasing evidence that people with prediabetes are not a homogeneous group but exhibit different glycemic …
View article: Dietary practices, physical activity and social determinants of non-communicable diseases in Nepal: a systemic analysis
Dietary practices, physical activity and social determinants of non-communicable diseases in Nepal: a systemic analysis Open
Background The objective of this paper was to describe the role of dietary practices and physical activity in the interaction of the social determinants of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Nepal. Method The study was a qualitative study…
View article: Potential of Beetroot and Blackcurrant Compounds to Improve Metabolic Syndrome Risk Factors
Potential of Beetroot and Blackcurrant Compounds to Improve Metabolic Syndrome Risk Factors Open
Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a group of metabolic abnormalities, which together lead to increased risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), as well as reduced quality of life. Dietary nitrate, betalains and …
View article: The Effects of Anticipation and Visual and Sensory Performance on Concussion Risk in Sport: A Review
The Effects of Anticipation and Visual and Sensory Performance on Concussion Risk in Sport: A Review Open
Sports-related concussions pose a significant public health concern, and preventative measures are needed to help reduce risk in sport. Vision training could be a suitable prevention strategy for sports-related concussion to help improve a…
View article: The role of tobacco and alcohol use in the interaction of social determinants of non-communicable diseases in Nepal: a systems perspective
The role of tobacco and alcohol use in the interaction of social determinants of non-communicable diseases in Nepal: a systems perspective Open
Background: Tobacco and alcohol use are major behavioural risks in developing countries like Nepal, which are contributing to a rapid increase in non-communicable diseases (NCDs). This causal relationship is further complicated by the mult…
View article: The role of tobacco and alcohol use in the interaction of social determinants of non-communicable diseases in Nepal: a systems perspective
The role of tobacco and alcohol use in the interaction of social determinants of non-communicable diseases in Nepal: a systems perspective Open
Background: Tobacco and alcohol use are major behavioural risks in developing countries like Nepal, which are contributing to a rapid increase in non-communicable diseases (NCDs). This causal relationship is further complicated by the mult…
View article: The role of tobacco and alcohol use in the interaction of social determinants of non-communicable diseases in Nepal: a systems perspective
The role of tobacco and alcohol use in the interaction of social determinants of non-communicable diseases in Nepal: a systems perspective Open
Background: Tobacco and alcohol use are major behavioural risks in developing countries like Nepal, which are contributing to a rapid increase in non-communicable diseases (NCDs). This causal relationship is further complicated by the mult…
View article: Perceptions of Body Size in Mothers and Their Young Children in the Galapagos Islands
Perceptions of Body Size in Mothers and Their Young Children in the Galapagos Islands Open
Little specific information has been published about the health of people who live in the Galapagos Islands. As part of determining the status of the nutrition transition that may be occurring in the islands mothers of young children in th…
View article: An Acute, Placebo-Controlled, Single-Blind, Crossover, Dose-Response, Exploratory Study to Assess the Effects of New Zealand Pine Bark Extract (Enzogenol®) on Glycaemic Responses in Healthy Participants
An Acute, Placebo-Controlled, Single-Blind, Crossover, Dose-Response, Exploratory Study to Assess the Effects of New Zealand Pine Bark Extract (Enzogenol®) on Glycaemic Responses in Healthy Participants Open
An acute, placebo-controlled, single-blind, crossover, dose-response, exploratory study was designed to investigate the hypoglycaemic effects of New Zealand pine bark extract (Enzogenol®). Twenty-five healthy participants categorised into …
View article: Effects of Chronic Supplementation with Nitrate-Rich Beetroot Juice on Cardiovascular Responses in Healthy Adults
Effects of Chronic Supplementation with Nitrate-Rich Beetroot Juice on Cardiovascular Responses in Healthy Adults Open
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View article: 'Tobacco and alcohol use are playing critical role in the interaction of social determinants of non-communicable diseases in Nepal': a systems perspective
'Tobacco and alcohol use are playing critical role in the interaction of social determinants of non-communicable diseases in Nepal': a systems perspective Open
Background: Tobacco and alcohol use are major behavioural risks in developing countries like Nepal contributing to rapid increase in non-communicable diseases (NCDs). This causal relationship is further complicated by the multi-level socia…
View article: Acute Supplementation with Nitrate-Rich Beetroot Juice Causes a Greater Increase in Plasma Nitrite and Reduction in Blood Pressure of Older Compared to Younger Adults
Acute Supplementation with Nitrate-Rich Beetroot Juice Causes a Greater Increase in Plasma Nitrite and Reduction in Blood Pressure of Older Compared to Younger Adults Open
Nitrate-rich beetroot juice supplementation has been shown to improve cardiovascular and cognitive function in younger and older adults via increased nitric oxide production. However, it is unclear whether the level of effects differs betw…
View article: Global Citizenship through Global Health
Global Citizenship through Global Health Open
A collaborative study abroad program (between one New Zealand and one U.S. university) on the theme of global health has been offered three times in Australia with 59 students registered to date. The course was developed because it is beli…
View article: A Dose-Response Study to Assess the Effects of New Zealand Pine Bark Extract on Glycaemic Responses in Healthy Participants
A Dose-Response Study to Assess the Effects of New Zealand Pine Bark Extract on Glycaemic Responses in Healthy Participants Open
Background: The current estimation of 451 million people diagnosed with diabetes is expected to increase to 693 million by 2045. Plant extracts have been shown to improve glycaemic control in humans. However, evidence is lacking regarding …
View article: Does Acute Supplementation with Nitrate-Rich Beetroot Juice Benefit Older Adults More than Younger Adults
Does Acute Supplementation with Nitrate-Rich Beetroot Juice Benefit Older Adults More than Younger Adults Open
Background: To investigate age-related effects of acute dietary nitrate (NO3−) supplementationon cardiovascular responses, cognition and mood. [...]
View article: NOVEL NETWORK EXPLORATION THROUGH MRNA CHANGES IN THE SKELETAL MUSCLE AFTER RESISTANCE EXERCISE
NOVEL NETWORK EXPLORATION THROUGH MRNA CHANGES IN THE SKELETAL MUSCLE AFTER RESISTANCE EXERCISE Open
Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) has been regarded as a syndrome of modified lifestyle disorder. The thrifty genotype has been used to elucidate the amplified incidence and prevalence of T2DM in high risk ethnic populations such…
View article: Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Type 2 Diabetic Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease: A literature review
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Type 2 Diabetic Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease: A literature review Open
Introduction:Having adequate knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) about Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) can lead to a reduction in this burden of disease. Aim:The purpose of this review is to provide the …