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View article: Role of physical exercise, vagal nerve stimulation, and vagotomy in inflammatory bowel disease
Role of physical exercise, vagal nerve stimulation, and vagotomy in inflammatory bowel disease Open
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), comprising Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, represents the two predominant clinical entities within this spectrum of gastrointestinal disorders. Current evidence indicates that the etiology of IBD i…
View article: Development of a 24-Hour Movement Behavior Questionnaire: Reliability and Validity Testing in College Students From Low-Income Regions
Development of a 24-Hour Movement Behavior Questionnaire: Reliability and Validity Testing in College Students From Low-Income Regions Open
In this study, we aimed to develop and test the psychometric properties of an online 24-hr movement behavior questionnaire (24 hr-MBQ). We recruited a sample of 195 undergraduate students. We developed a questionnaire based on 19 items ext…
View article: Physical Exercise Alleviates Oxidative Stress and Autonomic Dysregulation in a Rat Model of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Physical Exercise Alleviates Oxidative Stress and Autonomic Dysregulation in a Rat Model of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Open
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) induces immunological and autonomic imbalances. Exercise is a beneficial strategy for controlling IBD symptoms. We investigated the role of exercise on gastrointestinal (GI) motility changes and autonomic p…
View article: Physical Exercise as a Therapeutic Approach in Gastrointestinal Diseases
Physical Exercise as a Therapeutic Approach in Gastrointestinal Diseases Open
Background/Objectives: Physical exercise can have significant consequences for the gastrointestinal tract, which is why there have been studies into its influence on the treatment of conditions such as colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel…
View article: Associação entre câncer de bexiga e padrões alimentares saudáveis
Associação entre câncer de bexiga e padrões alimentares saudáveis Open
O câncer de bexiga representa um desafio em saúde global e apresenta a segunda maior mortalidade entre os cânceres urológicos, possui determinantes ambientais e de estilo de vida associados à sua ocorrência. Diante disso, este estudo visa …
View article: Brain Perception of Different Oils on Appetite Regulation: An Anorectic Gene Expression Pattern in the Hypothalamus Dependent on the Vagus Nerve
Brain Perception of Different Oils on Appetite Regulation: An Anorectic Gene Expression Pattern in the Hypothalamus Dependent on the Vagus Nerve Open
(1) Background: We examined the effect of the acute administration of olive oil (EVOO), linseed oil (GLO), soybean oil (SO), and palm oil (PO) on gastric motility and appetite in rats. (2) Methods: We assessed food intake, gastric retentio…
View article: Editorial: Exercise physiology and gastrointestinal disorders
Editorial: Exercise physiology and gastrointestinal disorders Open
EDITORIAL article Front. Sports Act. Living, 10 April 2024Sec. Exercise Physiology Volume 6 - 2024 | https://doi.org/10.3389/fspor.2024.1404388
View article: Treadmill Exercise Reverses the Adverse Effects of Intermittent Fasting on Behavior and Cortical Spreading Depression in Young Rats
Treadmill Exercise Reverses the Adverse Effects of Intermittent Fasting on Behavior and Cortical Spreading Depression in Young Rats Open
Intermittent fasting (IF) and physical exercise (PE) have beneficial psychological and physiological effects, improving memory and anxiety-like behavior. However, the impact of this combination on brain electrophysiological patterns is unk…
View article: Physical exercise alleviates oxidative stress in brown adipose tissue and causes changes in body composition and nutritional behavior in rats with polycystic ovary syndrome
Physical exercise alleviates oxidative stress in brown adipose tissue and causes changes in body composition and nutritional behavior in rats with polycystic ovary syndrome Open
PCOS modifies body composition, and nutritional parameters, and induces changes in oxidative stress in BAT. Physical exercise prevented these alterations.
View article: Reliability and Validity Estimate of the Pro-Inflammatory/Anti-Inflammatory Food Intake Score in South American Pediatric Population: SAYCARE Study
Reliability and Validity Estimate of the Pro-Inflammatory/Anti-Inflammatory Food Intake Score in South American Pediatric Population: SAYCARE Study Open
Chronic low-grade inflammation may be associated with the development of chronic non-communicable diseases in young populations, often lasting to adulthood. Studies show that the diet is related to chronic inflammation. The Pro-inflammator…
View article: Antimalarials and macrolides: a review of off-label pharmacotherapies during the first wave of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic
Antimalarials and macrolides: a review of off-label pharmacotherapies during the first wave of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic Open
We critically analyzed clinical trials performed with chloroquine (CQ) and hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) with or without macrolides during the first wave of COVID-19 and discussed the design and limitations of peer-reviewed studies from January…
View article: Antimalarials and macrolides: a review of off-label pharmacotherapies during the first wave of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic
Antimalarials and macrolides: a review of off-label pharmacotherapies during the first wave of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic Open
We critically analyzed clinical trials performed with chloroquine (CQ) and hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) with or without macrolides during the first wave of COVID-19 and discussed the design and limitations of peer-reviewed studies from January…
View article: 24 h movement behavior and metabolic syndrome study protocol: A prospective cohort study on lifestyle and risk of developing metabolic syndrome in undergraduate students from low-income regions during a pandemic
24 h movement behavior and metabolic syndrome study protocol: A prospective cohort study on lifestyle and risk of developing metabolic syndrome in undergraduate students from low-income regions during a pandemic Open
Introduction Obesity and its comorbidities are increasingly prevalent in Latin America, with a more rapid growth in individuals with lower income. The composition of movement behaviors within a 24 h period may have important implications f…
View article: Leucine supplementation affects metabolic parameters and redox balance in a Cushing’s syndrome model in rats
Leucine supplementation affects metabolic parameters and redox balance in a Cushing’s syndrome model in rats Open
Cushing’s syndrome (CS) is a disease that promotes several metabolic disorders and redox imbalance. Thus, in this paper, we standardized an experimental model of CS in rats and evaluated the effects of supplementation with leucine (LEU). R…
View article: Obesity, inflammation, and insulin resistance
Obesity, inflammation, and insulin resistance Open
White adipose tissue (WAT) is considered an endocrine organ. When present in excess, WAT can influence metabolism via biologically active molecules. Following unregulated production of such molecules, adipose tissue dysfunction results, co…
View article: Sirt3 in POMC neurons controls energy balance in a sex- and diet-dependent manner
Sirt3 in POMC neurons controls energy balance in a sex- and diet-dependent manner Open
View article: Acute Strength Exercise Decreases Satiety by Modifying Blood Cytokines Levels in Physically Active Men
Acute Strength Exercise Decreases Satiety by Modifying Blood Cytokines Levels in Physically Active Men Open
Aim: Exercise elicits adaptations in several physiological systems, such as the gastrointestinal tract. We evaluated the effects of an acute strength exercise (acute-SE) on gastric satiety and its correlation with creatinine kinase (CK), l…
View article: Sampling and processing blood samples within the South American Youth/Child cARdiovascular and Environmental (SAYCARE) Study
Sampling and processing blood samples within the South American Youth/Child cARdiovascular and Environmental (SAYCARE) Study Open
Obesity and overweight in children and adolescents is increasing rapidly worldwide; however, scarce data have been reported from South America countries. With the purpose of assessing hyperlipidemia, insulin resistance and chronic inflamma…
View article: Supplementary Material for: Oral Pharmacological Activation of Hypothalamic Guanylate Cyclase 2C Receptor Stimulates Brown Fat Thermogenesis to Reduce Body Weight
Supplementary Material for: Oral Pharmacological Activation of Hypothalamic Guanylate Cyclase 2C Receptor Stimulates Brown Fat Thermogenesis to Reduce Body Weight Open
Linaclotide is a synthetic peptide approved by the FDA for the treatment of constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome and chronic constipation. Linaclotide binds and activates the transmembrane receptor guanylate cyclase 2C (Guc…
View article: Acute Strength Exercise Decreases Satiety by Modifying Blood Cytokines Levels in Physically Active Men
Acute Strength Exercise Decreases Satiety by Modifying Blood Cytokines Levels in Physically Active Men Open
Aim: Exercise elicits adaptations in several physiological systems, such as the gastrointestinal tract. We evaluated the effects of an acute strength exercise (acute-SE) on gastric satiety and its correlation with creatinine kinase (CK), l…
View article: Reliability and validity of an FFQ for South American children and adolescents from the SAYCARE study
Reliability and validity of an FFQ for South American children and adolescents from the SAYCARE study Open
Objective: The purpose of this study was to analyse the reliability and validity of a semi-quantitative FFQ to assess food group consumption in South American children and adolescents. Design: The SAYCARE (South American Youth/Child cARdio…
View article: Is Self-Reported Physical Fitness Useful for Estimating Fitness Levels in Children and Adolescents? A Reliability and Validity Study
Is Self-Reported Physical Fitness Useful for Estimating Fitness Levels in Children and Adolescents? A Reliability and Validity Study Open
Background and objective: The assessment of physical fitness has become a necessary issue in epidemiological studies, since a reduction in fitness is directly associated with early mortality. Therefore, the development of simple, accurate,…
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View article: La regeneración y la formación del Estado Nacional
La regeneración y la formación del Estado Nacional Open
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View article: Design and Objectives of the South American Youth/Child Cardiovascular and Environmental (SAYCARE) Study
Design and Objectives of the South American Youth/Child Cardiovascular and Environmental (SAYCARE) Study Open
Objective The purpose of this paper is to introduce the overarching study design of the South American Youth/Child Cardiovascular and Environmental (SAYCARE) study, which is an observational multicenter feasibility study held in seven Sout…
View article: Is the Measurement of Blood Pressure by Automatic Monitor in the South American Pediatric Population Accurate? SAYCARE Study
Is the Measurement of Blood Pressure by Automatic Monitor in the South American Pediatric Population Accurate? SAYCARE Study Open
Objective This study aimed to test the validity of an automatic oscillometric device to measure the blood pressure (BP) in children ( n = 191) and adolescents ( n = 127) aged 3 to 18 years. Methods Systolic BP (SBP) and diastolic BP (DBP) …
View article: Design and objectives of the South American youth/child cardiovascular and environmental (SAYCARE) Study
Design and objectives of the South American youth/child cardiovascular and environmental (SAYCARE) Study Open
Objective: The purpose of this paper is to introduce the overarching study design of the South American Youth/Child Cardiovascular and Environmental (SAYCARE) study, which is an observational multicenter feasibility study held in seven Sou…
View article: ACE-modulated adiposity is related to higher energy expenditure and independent of lipolysis and glucose incorporation into lipids in adipocytes
ACE-modulated adiposity is related to higher energy expenditure and independent of lipolysis and glucose incorporation into lipids in adipocytes Open
Emerging evidence suggests that both systemic and white adipose tissue-renin-angiotensin system components influence body weight control. We previously demonstrated that higher angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) gene expression is associa…
View article: Reply-Letter to the Editor-The lipid accumulation product is a powerful tool to predict metabolic syndrome in undiagnosed Brazilian adults
Reply-Letter to the Editor-The lipid accumulation product is a powerful tool to predict metabolic syndrome in undiagnosed Brazilian adults Open
View article: The lipid accumulation product is a powerful tool to predict metabolic syndrome in undiagnosed Brazilian adults
The lipid accumulation product is a powerful tool to predict metabolic syndrome in undiagnosed Brazilian adults Open