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View article: Risk of food insecurity and its association with social determinants of health among hospitalized patients in Lebanon
Risk of food insecurity and its association with social determinants of health among hospitalized patients in Lebanon Open
Background Food insecurity is a growing concern globally, particularly in conflict-affected settings. In these contexts, hospitalized patients face heightened risks of poor health outcomes. The present study aims to assess the risk of food…
View article: Risk of food insecurity and its association with social determinants of health among hospitalized patients in Lebanon
Risk of food insecurity and its association with social determinants of health among hospitalized patients in Lebanon Open
Background Food insecurity is a growing concern globally, particularly in conflict-affected settings. In these contexts, hospitalized patients face heightened risks of poor health outcomes. The present study aims to assess the risk of food…
View article: Use of traditional medicine for hypertension, diabetes, and hypercholesterolaemia measured in 71 surveys
Use of traditional medicine for hypertension, diabetes, and hypercholesterolaemia measured in 71 surveys Open
Our study shows a high prevalence of traditional medicine use for treating hypertension, diabetes and hypercholesterolaemia in low- and middle-income countries. Our results highlight the need to better understand the clinical interactions …
View article: Association of the healthy eating index with overweight and obesity among children aged 4 to 9 years in the United Arab Emirates: a cross-sectional study
Association of the healthy eating index with overweight and obesity among children aged 4 to 9 years in the United Arab Emirates: a cross-sectional study Open
Background Pediatric obesity is a growing public health concern globally and in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Understanding diet quality in relation to obesity risk is essential for developing effective interventions. The main objective …
View article: Lifestyle patterns and their associations with overweight and obesity among children aged 4-9 years in the United Arab Emirates
Lifestyle patterns and their associations with overweight and obesity among children aged 4-9 years in the United Arab Emirates Open
An integrative approach addressing diet as well as other lifestyle factors is warranted in studying obesity and its related diseases. The objective of this study is to examine the associations of lifestyle patterns with overweight/obesity …
View article: Unveiling The Antioxidant and Anticancer Potential of Local Mediterranean Olive and Fig Extracts Against Breast Cancer
Unveiling The Antioxidant and Anticancer Potential of Local Mediterranean Olive and Fig Extracts Against Breast Cancer Open
Given the growing interest in dietary interventions for cancer prevention and treatment, this study investigated the antioxidant and anticancer potential of nutraceuticals derived from key components of the mediterranean diet (MD) against …
View article: Proposing a unified Mediterranean diet score to address the current conceptual and methodological challenges in examining adherence to the Mediterranean diet
Proposing a unified Mediterranean diet score to address the current conceptual and methodological challenges in examining adherence to the Mediterranean diet Open
A plethora of studies has documented the benefits of the Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) for both human and environmental health. At the core of these investigations lies the assessment of adherence to it. In this manuscript, we aim to examin…
View article: Dietary glycemic index is associated with overweight and obesity in preschool children: a national cross-sectional study in Lebanon
Dietary glycemic index is associated with overweight and obesity in preschool children: a national cross-sectional study in Lebanon Open
View article: Exploring the Nutritional and Nutraceutical Significance of Legumes: A ComparativeAnalysis Across Mashreq Countries
Exploring the Nutritional and Nutraceutical Significance of Legumes: A ComparativeAnalysis Across Mashreq Countries Open
This study investigates the nutritional and nutraceutical profiles of four legume species - bean, faba bean, chickpea, and lentil - collected from Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Palestine, and Egypt. Chemical analyses assessed antioxidant, nutrit…
View article: Successes and Challenges of an online based nutrition awareness program in 9–11-year-old children In Four Arab Countries: The Ajyal Salima digital platform Qualitative study
Successes and Challenges of an online based nutrition awareness program in 9–11-year-old children In Four Arab Countries: The Ajyal Salima digital platform Qualitative study Open
Introduction. Digital technologies are increasingly influencing children’s lives, with many seeking digital platforms for nutritional education. This study aims to assess the usability and acceptability of Ajyal Salima, a nutrition awarene…
View article: Dietary Patterns and Their Associations With Obesity Among 4–9-Year-Old Children in the United Arab Emirates: A Cross-Sectional Study
Dietary Patterns and Their Associations With Obesity Among 4–9-Year-Old Children in the United Arab Emirates: A Cross-Sectional Study Open
View article: Developing sustainable food-based dietary guidelines for Lebanon: integrating health, economic resilience, and sustainability
Developing sustainable food-based dietary guidelines for Lebanon: integrating health, economic resilience, and sustainability Open
Background Developing Sustainable Food-Based Dietary Guidelines (SFBDGs) aligned with sustainable healthy diets (SHDs) is critical for addressing food and nutrition insecurity, mitigating diet-related diseases, improving public health, and…
View article: Impact of Fortified Whole Grain Infant Cereal on the Nutrient Density of the Diet in Brazil, the UAE, and the USA: A Dietary Modeling Study
Impact of Fortified Whole Grain Infant Cereal on the Nutrient Density of the Diet in Brazil, the UAE, and the USA: A Dietary Modeling Study Open
Background/Objectives: Complementary feeding (CF) influences future health outcomes. The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of fortified whole grain infant cereal (WGIC), a complementary food, among 6- to 12-month-old infants on …
View article: Snakebite Envenomation in Benue State: A Study of Prevalence and Treatment Approach in Otukpo Local Government Area, Benue State, Nigeria
Snakebite Envenomation in Benue State: A Study of Prevalence and Treatment Approach in Otukpo Local Government Area, Benue State, Nigeria Open
Snakebite envenomation occurs frequently in the studied area, but the prevalence and management approach has not been verified. Therefore, the study aimed to assess the prevalence, and management of snakebite covering a period of ten years…
View article: Author Correction: Burdens of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease attributable to sugar-sweetened beverages in 184 countries
Author Correction: Burdens of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease attributable to sugar-sweetened beverages in 184 countries Open
View article: Burdens of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease attributable to sugar-sweetened beverages in 184 countries
Burdens of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease attributable to sugar-sweetened beverages in 184 countries Open
View article: First-trimester nutrition insights from the United Arab Emirate Birth Cohort Study (UAE-BCS): assessment of dietary intake, micronutrient profiles, and folic acid supplementation in Emirati Women
First-trimester nutrition insights from the United Arab Emirate Birth Cohort Study (UAE-BCS): assessment of dietary intake, micronutrient profiles, and folic acid supplementation in Emirati Women Open
Maternal health and nutrition in early pregnancy play a vital role in the growth and development of the foetus. During this time, macro and micronutrients contribute to nutritional programming, which helps form the foundations of the foetu…
View article: A higher global diet quality score is associated with lower risk of obesity among male university students in Lebanon: a pilot study
A higher global diet quality score is associated with lower risk of obesity among male university students in Lebanon: a pilot study Open
Objective This pilot study aims to assess the diet quality amongst Lebanese male university students using the Global Diet Quality Score (GDQS), identify its association with obesity, and determine the key drivers of consumption of foods a…
View article: Nutrition Knowledge, Attitudes, and Lifestyle Practices That May Lead to Breast Cancer Risk Reduction among Female University Students in Lebanon
Nutrition Knowledge, Attitudes, and Lifestyle Practices That May Lead to Breast Cancer Risk Reduction among Female University Students in Lebanon Open
Research has identified both nonmodifiable and modifiable risk factors for breast cancer (BC), with accumulating evidence showing that adopting adequate dietary practices could decrease the risk of this disease. This study aimed to assess …
View article: Multiple cardiovascular risk factor care in 55 low- and middle-income countries: A cross-sectional analysis of nationally-representative, individual-level data from 280,783 adults
Multiple cardiovascular risk factor care in 55 low- and middle-income countries: A cross-sectional analysis of nationally-representative, individual-level data from 280,783 adults Open
The prevalence of multiple age-related cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors is high among individuals living in low- and middle-income countries. We described receipt of healthcare services for and management of hypertension and diabe…
View article: Multiple cardiovascular risk factor care in 55 low- and middle-income countries: A cross-sectional analysis of nationally-representative, individual-level data from 280,783 adults
Multiple cardiovascular risk factor care in 55 low- and middle-income countries: A cross-sectional analysis of nationally-representative, individual-level data from 280,783 adults Open
The prevalence of multiple age-related cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors is high among individuals living in low- and middle-income countries. We described receipt of healthcare services for and management of hypertension and diabe…
View article: Food sources of fiber and micronutrients of concern among infants and young children in Lebanon: a national cross-sectional study
Food sources of fiber and micronutrients of concern among infants and young children in Lebanon: a national cross-sectional study Open
View article: Prevalence of hospital malnutrition using global leadership initiative on malnutrition: National representative study and its association with social determinants and food security
Prevalence of hospital malnutrition using global leadership initiative on malnutrition: National representative study and its association with social determinants and food security Open
View article: Diabetes risk and provision of diabetes prevention activities in 44 low-income and middle-income countries: a cross-sectional analysis of nationally representative, individual-level survey data
Diabetes risk and provision of diabetes prevention activities in 44 low-income and middle-income countries: a cross-sectional analysis of nationally representative, individual-level survey data Open
View article: A randomised controlled school-based nutritional intervention in five Middle Eastern countries: Ajyal Salima improved students’ dietary and physical activity habits
A randomised controlled school-based nutritional intervention in five Middle Eastern countries: Ajyal Salima improved students’ dietary and physical activity habits Open
Objective: The purpose of this study was to measure the impact of the Ajyal Salima school intervention on nutrition and physical activity outcomes in children aged 9–11 years. Design: The study was a 1-year cluster-randomised controlled tr…
View article: Diagnostic testing for hypertension, diabetes, and hypercholesterolaemia in low-income and middle-income countries: a cross-sectional study of data for 994 185 individuals from 57 nationally representative surveys
Diagnostic testing for hypertension, diabetes, and hypercholesterolaemia in low-income and middle-income countries: a cross-sectional study of data for 994 185 individuals from 57 nationally representative surveys Open
View article: P31-026-23 Protein Rich Breakfast and Obesity in UAE Children and Adolescents Aged 4–12.9 Years: Findings From the Kids Nutrition and Health Study (KNHS) 2020
P31-026-23 Protein Rich Breakfast and Obesity in UAE Children and Adolescents Aged 4–12.9 Years: Findings From the Kids Nutrition and Health Study (KNHS) 2020 Open
View article: Analysis of predictors of malnutrition in adult hospitalized patients: social determinants and food security
Analysis of predictors of malnutrition in adult hospitalized patients: social determinants and food security Open
Background Malnutrition in hospitalized patients is becoming a priority during the patient care process due to its implications for worsening health outcomes. It can be the result of numerous social factors beyond clinical ones. This study…
View article: Improving health outcomes of people with diabetes: target setting for the WHO Global Diabetes Compact
Improving health outcomes of people with diabetes: target setting for the WHO Global Diabetes Compact Open
View article: Prevalence of Malnutrition in Hospitalized Patients in Lebanon Using Nutrition Risk Screening (NRS-2002) and Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition (GLIM) Criteria and Its Association with Length of Stay
Prevalence of Malnutrition in Hospitalized Patients in Lebanon Using Nutrition Risk Screening (NRS-2002) and Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition (GLIM) Criteria and Its Association with Length of Stay Open
(1) Background: Prevalence studies on hospital malnutrition are still scarce in the Middle East region despite recent global recognition of clinical malnutrition as a healthcare priority. The aim of this study is to measure the prevalence …