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View article: Dawn to sunset fasting and the fatigue manifestations of Post COVID-19 syndrome: A Case control study
Dawn to sunset fasting and the fatigue manifestations of Post COVID-19 syndrome: A Case control study Open
View article: Development, Validity, and Reliability of a Food Frequency Questionnaire for Omani Adults
Development, Validity, and Reliability of a Food Frequency Questionnaire for Omani Adults Open
Background/Objectives: Currently, Oman lacks a valid culture-specific food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) for adults. This research aimed to develop and validate a reliable (FFQ) specifically for Omani adults. The study was conducted in two…
View article: Analyzing the Nutritional Composition of Traditional Omani Foods: A Recipe Calculation Approach
Analyzing the Nutritional Composition of Traditional Omani Foods: A Recipe Calculation Approach Open
Background: Traditional foods always reflect the particular nation’s heritage and their chemical compositions are highly needed for accurate dietary assessment of the population as they are considered the key elements for dietary patterns.…
View article: Differences in Food Consumption Frequencies and Perceived Lifestyle Behaviors by Accommodation Environment and Gender Among Omani University Students: A Pilot Study
Differences in Food Consumption Frequencies and Perceived Lifestyle Behaviors by Accommodation Environment and Gender Among Omani University Students: A Pilot Study Open
This study aimed to examine the variations in food consumption frequency and perceived lifestyle behaviors based on gender and living arrangements. A cross-sectional descriptive study was carried out from August 2022 to September 2023, inc…
View article: Potential Antioxidant Effects of Common Omani Ethnobotanical Plants
Potential Antioxidant Effects of Common Omani Ethnobotanical Plants Open
Phytonutrients (e.g., phenolic compounds and flavonoids) are secondary plant metabolites that play an important role in the defense against pathogens and protection from oxidative injury because of their potential ability to neutralize rea…
View article: Correction: Healthy lifestyle behaviors are major predictors of mental wellbeing during COVID-19 pandemic confinement: A study on adult Arabs in higher educational institutions
Correction: Healthy lifestyle behaviors are major predictors of mental wellbeing during COVID-19 pandemic confinement: A study on adult Arabs in higher educational institutions Open
[This corrects the article DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0243524.].
View article: Assessment of Fumonisin, Deoxynivalenol, and Zearalenone Levels and the Occurrence of Mycotoxigenic Fusarium Species in Cereal Grains from Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
Assessment of Fumonisin, Deoxynivalenol, and Zearalenone Levels and the Occurrence of Mycotoxigenic Fusarium Species in Cereal Grains from Muscat, Sultanate of Oman Open
Mycotoxin contamination in agricultural goods is a major global problem due to its negative impact on human and animal health. The principal mycotoxin producers are fungal species from the genera Fusarium, Aspergillus, Alternaria, and Peni…
View article: ADENOSINE IN CARDIOVASCULAR PHYSIOLOGY: MULTIFACETED ROLES IN CORONARY VASODILATION, ATHEROPROTECTION, AND PLATELET REGULATION
ADENOSINE IN CARDIOVASCULAR PHYSIOLOGY: MULTIFACETED ROLES IN CORONARY VASODILATION, ATHEROPROTECTION, AND PLATELET REGULATION Open
This review delves into various aspects of acute coronary syndrome (ACS), emphasizing recent advancements. Despite progress, ACS remains a major global health concern. The classical view linking coronary stenoses to chronic syndrome is cha…
View article: A cluster randomised controlled trial investigating the efficacy of family‐centred obesity management program in primary care settings: A study protocol
A cluster randomised controlled trial investigating the efficacy of family‐centred obesity management program in primary care settings: A study protocol Open
Summary The study aims to test the efficacy of a family‐centred healthy lifestyle program in primary care health centres among children with overweight or obesity, evaluating the results at 3, 6, and 9 months post‐intervention. A single‐bl…
View article: Aflatoxin B1 Detoxification and Antioxidant Effect of Selected Omani Medicinal Plants against Aflatoxin B1-Induced Oxidative Stress Pathogenesis in the Mouse Liver
Aflatoxin B1 Detoxification and Antioxidant Effect of Selected Omani Medicinal Plants against Aflatoxin B1-Induced Oxidative Stress Pathogenesis in the Mouse Liver Open
This study investigated the ability of aqueous leaf extracts of Heliotropium bacciferum (HE), Ocimum dhofarense (OE), and Zataria multiflora (ZE) to detoxify aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) under in vitro and in vivo conditions. The results showed tha…
View article: Artificial intelligence and Scientific Research
Artificial intelligence and Scientific Research Open
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a rapidly evolving field of technology that involves the development of intelligence that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as understanding natural language, recognizing patt…
View article: Effectiveness of Mediterranean Diet on Daytime Sleepiness among Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Oman
Effectiveness of Mediterranean Diet on Daytime Sleepiness among Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Oman Open
Background Sleep disturbance is a major complaint among individuals with diabetes mellitus and may be augmented by dietary interventions. The objective of this randomized controlled trial was to determine the effectiveness of a Mediterrane…
View article: Assessment of dietary intake and biochemical parameters of morbidly obese Omani patients who are candidates for bariatric surgery
Assessment of dietary intake and biochemical parameters of morbidly obese Omani patients who are candidates for bariatric surgery Open
Summary: Background & aims: Severe obesity is a serious health condition defined as a body mass index (BMI) of 40 kg/m2 and more. It was found that individuals with severe obesity had a greater chance of getting nutritional deficiencies re…
View article: Call for emergency action to restore dietary diversity and protect global food systems in times of COVID-19 and beyond: Results from a cross-sectional study in 38 countries
Call for emergency action to restore dietary diversity and protect global food systems in times of COVID-19 and beyond: Results from a cross-sectional study in 38 countries Open
View article: Global status of food composition database: A short review
Global status of food composition database: A short review Open
Diet is a key modifiable factor that plays a vital role in the protection from noncommunicable diseases, which requires the right tool to transform the food consumption into nutrients. The food composition database (FCDB) is a tool that pr…
View article: Machine learning techniques for the identification of risk factors associated with food insecurity among adults in Arab countries during the COVID-19 pandemic
Machine learning techniques for the identification of risk factors associated with food insecurity among adults in Arab countries during the COVID-19 pandemic Open
Background A direct consequence of global warming, and strongly correlated with poor physical and mental health, food insecurity is a rising global concern associated with low dietary intake. The Coronavirus pandemic has further aggravated…
View article: Chandelier-assisted pars plana vitrectomy decreases the rate of retinal re-detachment following silicone oil removal
Chandelier-assisted pars plana vitrectomy decreases the rate of retinal re-detachment following silicone oil removal Open
Background Recurrent retinal detachment is one of the major complications after silicone oil (SO) removal. Therefore, finding ways to decrease its incidence would be of great significance. Purpose The aim of this study was to compare the r…
View article: Machine Learning Techniques for the Identification of Risk Factors Associated with Food Insecurity among Adults in Arab countries during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Machine Learning Techniques for the Identification of Risk Factors Associated with Food Insecurity among Adults in Arab countries during the COVID-19 Pandemic Open
Background: A direct consequence of global warming, and strongly correlated with poor physical and mental health, food insecurity is a rising global concern associated with low dietary intake. The Coronavirus pandemic has further aggravate…
View article: Polyphenol and Flavonoid Stability of Wild Blueberry (Sideroxylon mascatense) during Air- and Freeze-Drying and Storage Stability as a Function of Temperature
Polyphenol and Flavonoid Stability of Wild Blueberry (Sideroxylon mascatense) during Air- and Freeze-Drying and Storage Stability as a Function of Temperature Open
Būt (Sideroxylon mascatense) is an indigenous wild blueberry found in Oman. It has a very short season and is commonly preserved by drying. The aims of this study were to determine the physico-chemical characteristics and stability of phyt…
View article: Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load of Selected Omani Rice Dishes
Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load of Selected Omani Rice Dishes Open
Rice (Oryza sativa) is one of the most important cereal grains that is popularly consumed globally as a staple food. A number of rice dishes are prepared and consumed in Oman. Representative samples of four different types of cooked rice d…
View article: Impact of COVID-19 lockdown on smoking (waterpipe and cigarette) and participants' BMI across various sociodemographic groups in Arab countries in the Mediterranean Region
Impact of COVID-19 lockdown on smoking (waterpipe and cigarette) and participants' BMI across various sociodemographic groups in Arab countries in the Mediterranean Region Open
Although the overall rates of smoking among the studied countries decreased during the lockdown period, we cannot attribute this change in smoking behavior to the lockdown. Smoking cessation services need to anticipate that unexpected disr…
View article: Sex disparities in food consumption patterns, dietary diversity and determinants of self-reported body weight changes before and amid the COVID-19 pandemic in 10 Arab countries
Sex disparities in food consumption patterns, dietary diversity and determinants of self-reported body weight changes before and amid the COVID-19 pandemic in 10 Arab countries Open
Background The COVID-19 pandemic along with its confinement period boosted lifestyle modifications and impacted women and men differently which exacerbated existing gender inequalities. The main objective of this paper is to assess the gen…
View article: The effect of intravitreal injections for diabetic macular edema on intraocular pressure: Comparative study
The effect of intravitreal injections for diabetic macular edema on intraocular pressure: Comparative study Open
Objective: The study's goal is to determine how IOP gets affected following intravitreal injection of various anti-VEGF for diabetic macular edema (DME) over 2 months duration using applanation tonometery. Methods: Nominated patients comin…
View article: Editorial: Mediterranean diet and cancer: Experimental and epidemiological perspectives
Editorial: Mediterranean diet and cancer: Experimental and epidemiological perspectives Open
EDITORIAL article Front. Nutr., 24 October 2022Sec. Nutritional Epidemiology Volume 9 - 2022 | https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2022.1064503
View article: The Impact of COVID-19 on Physical (In)Activity Behavior in 10 Arab Countries
The Impact of COVID-19 on Physical (In)Activity Behavior in 10 Arab Countries Open
Insufficient physical activity is considered a strong risk factor associated with non-communicable diseases. This study aimed to assess the impact of COVID-19 on physical (in)activity behavior in 10 Arab countries before and during the loc…
View article: Correction: Healthy lifestyle behaviors are major predictors of mental wellbeing during COVID-19 pandemic confinement: A study on adult Arabs in higher educational institutions
Correction: Healthy lifestyle behaviors are major predictors of mental wellbeing during COVID-19 pandemic confinement: A study on adult Arabs in higher educational institutions Open
[This corrects the article DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0243524.].
View article: Application of Mediterranean Diet in Cardiovascular Diseases and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Motivations and Challenges
Application of Mediterranean Diet in Cardiovascular Diseases and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Motivations and Challenges Open
Objective: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of disability and death in many countries. Together with CVD, Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) accounts for more than 80% of all premature non-communicable disease deaths. The pro…
View article: Effectiveness of Mediterranean Diet on Diabetic Control and Cardiovascular Risk Modification Among Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Oman: A Study Protocol
Effectiveness of Mediterranean Diet on Diabetic Control and Cardiovascular Risk Modification Among Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Oman: A Study Protocol Open
Introduction: In the recent years, there is remarkable increased in the prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) in Middle East countries including Oman. There is good evidence that Mediterranean Diet (MedDiet) is effective over diabe…
View article: The therapeutic potential of skin mucus from Asian swamp eel (Monopterus albus): In vivo evaluation and histological evidence
The therapeutic potential of skin mucus from Asian swamp eel (Monopterus albus): In vivo evaluation and histological evidence Open
Objectives: The Asian swamp eel (Monopterus albus), is commonly distributed in Asian countries. However, its therapeutic potential has not been thoroughly investigated yet. The current study aimed to evaluate the in-vivo therapeutic proper…
View article: Dietary Diversity in the Eastern Mediterranean Region Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Disparities, Challenges, and Mitigation Measures
Dietary Diversity in the Eastern Mediterranean Region Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Disparities, Challenges, and Mitigation Measures Open
The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed the Eastern Mediterranean Region's food system's fragility posing severe challenges to maintaining healthy sustainable lifestyle. The aim of this cross-sectional study ( N = 13,527 household's family memb…