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View article: Method development and validation for quantitative determination of urinary biomarkers of food intake for multiple foods
Method development and validation for quantitative determination of urinary biomarkers of food intake for multiple foods Open
View article: The Devil Lies in the Details: Small Structural and Chemical Changes in Iron Oxide Pigments Largely Alter the Biological Outcomes in Macrophages
The Devil Lies in the Details: Small Structural and Chemical Changes in Iron Oxide Pigments Largely Alter the Biological Outcomes in Macrophages Open
Because of their technical qualities, such as resistance to fading and to high temperatures, mineral pigments are still widely used. Among mineral pigments, iron oxide pigments represent a widely used class, because of their diversity of s…
View article: Consumption of Unprocessed and Ultraprocessed Foods in Adolescents with Obesity: Associations with Neuroendocrine Mediators of Appetite Regulation and Binge Eating Symptoms
Consumption of Unprocessed and Ultraprocessed Foods in Adolescents with Obesity: Associations with Neuroendocrine Mediators of Appetite Regulation and Binge Eating Symptoms Open
Background/Objectives: Obesity is a multifactorial disease associated with increased consumption of ultraprocessed foods and reduced intake of unprocessed foods. Binge eating, one of the most prevalent eating disorders among adolescents, i…
View article: Ecotoxicological Assessment of Perfluorooctane Sulfonate and Perfluorooctanoic Acid Following Biodegradation: Insights from Daphnia magna Toxicity and Yeast Estrogen Screen Assays
Ecotoxicological Assessment of Perfluorooctane Sulfonate and Perfluorooctanoic Acid Following Biodegradation: Insights from Daphnia magna Toxicity and Yeast Estrogen Screen Assays Open
Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) pose significant health risks through various exposure pathways, including ingestion of contaminated food and water, as well as dermal absorption. Aquatic organisms are …
View article: Assessment of radiological hazards in edible plants from a gold mine in Gauteng Province, South Africa
Assessment of radiological hazards in edible plants from a gold mine in Gauteng Province, South Africa Open
Background This study assessed the potential health risks from Naturally Occurring Radionuclide Materials (NORMs) in plants collected near a gold mining site in Gauteng Province, South Africa. Methods Eleven plant samples from the mining a…
View article: Risk Assessment of Heavy Metal Contamination in Soil for Sustainable Environmental Management in Urban and Rural Areas of Gujrat District, Pakistan
Risk Assessment of Heavy Metal Contamination in Soil for Sustainable Environmental Management in Urban and Rural Areas of Gujrat District, Pakistan Open
This study was conducted to assess the risk of heavy metal contamination in soil from the sample collection areas. The study aimed to determine whether soil properties such as electrical conductivity (EC), pH, and organic matter (OM) affec…
View article: Whole blood selenium concentrations in four free-ranging mammal species from central Scandinavia
Whole blood selenium concentrations in four free-ranging mammal species from central Scandinavia Open
Background Selenium (Se) is an essential element for mammals, with a relatively narrow safety margin between deficiency and toxicity. It is involved in the function of many vital activities and systems, including antioxidants, immune syste…
View article: Impacts of dietary energy level and terracotta drinker on the performance of heat-stressed broiler chickens
Impacts of dietary energy level and terracotta drinker on the performance of heat-stressed broiler chickens Open
The present study was conducted with the objective of evaluating the effects of a terracotta drinker and dietary energy level on the physiological response and growth performance of broiler chickens reared in a hot environment. A total of …
View article: Microcystins in Different Water Sources Accountable for Health Risk in Egypt
Microcystins in Different Water Sources Accountable for Health Risk in Egypt Open
Microcystins are a group of biologically active hepatotoxic peptides produced by bloom-forming cyanobacteria in water. The harmful cyanobacterial blooms in natural water have become an increasing environmental problem all over the world an…
View article: Occupational exposure to styrene and acute health effects among fiberglass-reinforced plastic workers: An integrated environmental and biological monitoring study
Occupational exposure to styrene and acute health effects among fiberglass-reinforced plastic workers: An integrated environmental and biological monitoring study Open
Styrene remains a major hazard in fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) manufacturing. The current 10 ppm 8-h TLV-TWA is half the former limit, and the movement by several European states toward comparable or lower OELs highlights the need f…
View article: Agrarian diet improves metabolic health in HIV-positive men with <i>Prevotella</i> -rich microbiomes: results from a randomized trial
Agrarian diet improves metabolic health in HIV-positive men with <i>Prevotella</i> -rich microbiomes: results from a randomized trial Open
This study aimed to assess the impact of a high-fiber/low-fat agrarian diet (AD) on inflammation and metabolic outcomes in HIV-positive men who have sex with men (MSM). Since the gut microbiomes of MSM resemble those of individuals in agra…
View article: Results of Two Studies of Pharmacokinetics, Safety, and Bioequivalence of Russian Generic Valsartan / Sacubitril Compared to the Original Valsartan / Sacubitril in Healthy Volunteers
Results of Two Studies of Pharmacokinetics, Safety, and Bioequivalence of Russian Generic Valsartan / Sacubitril Compared to the Original Valsartan / Sacubitril in Healthy Volunteers Open
Aim To study the pharmacokinetics and safety and to prove the bioequivalence of Akrivario* (valsartan + sacubitril) film-coated tablets, at two dosages, 200 mg and 100 mg, compared to Uperio** (valsartan + sacubitril) film-coated tablets, …
View article: Double-coin foreign body in the oesophagus mimicking a button battery: a report of two cases with literature review
Double-coin foreign body in the oesophagus mimicking a button battery: a report of two cases with literature review Open
Ingestion of foreign bodies remains a common pediatric emergency, with coins being the most frequent culprit. However, the radio graphic appearance of stacked coins can closely resemble a button battery, a dangerous foreign body that requi…
View article: Glycaemic Impact of Low‐ and High‐Glycaemic Index Carbohydrate Diets in Ultra‐Endurance Athletes: Insights From Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Glycaemic Impact of Low‐ and High‐Glycaemic Index Carbohydrate Diets in Ultra‐Endurance Athletes: Insights From Continuous Glucose Monitoring Open
Nine ultra‐endurance athletes completed a randomised, crossover trial involving two 28‐day dietary arms during which the athletes consumed a carbohydrate‐rich diet (carbohydrate 58 ± 3, protein 15 ± 2 and fat 26 ± 2%) containing low‐ or hi…
View article: The Effect of Hyaluronic Acid Toothpaste in Smell and Taste Recovery: A Pilot Study
The Effect of Hyaluronic Acid Toothpaste in Smell and Taste Recovery: A Pilot Study Open
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Taste of Things to Come: Craving Responses to Ingestion and Mouth Rinse of Sugary Drink in Connection with Food Cues and Associations with Continuous Interstitial Glucose Measurement in a Healthy Population Open
Background/objectives: Food craving is frequent with high palatable foods containing high levels of sugars and/or fat. Food cues can strongly induce food craving, and heightened food cue reactivity is associated with eating disorders and o…
View article: Testing a patented fermented papaya preparation on key aging redox and functional markers in middle-aged individuals. A 10-month randomized, single-blind, crossover study
Testing a patented fermented papaya preparation on key aging redox and functional markers in middle-aged individuals. A 10-month randomized, single-blind, crossover study Open
Objectives: Physical activity and cardiovascular system efficiency are known to be inversely associated with all-cause mortality. Thus, efforts are focused on preventative strategies for middle-aged and elderly subjects who lead sedentary …
View article: Release of Microplastics from Shoe Outsoles into the Environment by Walking and Jogging, and Ingestion of Shoe Outsole Microplastics by Goldfish
Release of Microplastics from Shoe Outsoles into the Environment by Walking and Jogging, and Ingestion of Shoe Outsole Microplastics by Goldfish Open
The migration of terrestrial microplastics (MPs) into aquatic environments is considered to have negatively affected aquatic ecosystems. However, quantifying terrestrial pathways is challenging because of the diverse sources of MPs. A poor…
View article: Growth Performance Together with Analysis of Haematological and Biochemical Indices of Nile Tilapia Fed Citric Acid and Phytase-Supplemented Peas
Growth Performance Together with Analysis of Haematological and Biochemical Indices of Nile Tilapia Fed Citric Acid and Phytase-Supplemented Peas Open
At present, fish farmers are searching for cheaper alternatives of fish feed. Here, we assess the suitability of pea meal (Pisum sativum), with and without enzyme (phytase)/citric acid supplementation, as a feed for Nile tilapia (Oreochrom…
View article: Development and Optimization of Nanostructured Lipid Carriers of Nilotinib for Treatment of Cancer via Oral Route
Development and Optimization of Nanostructured Lipid Carriers of Nilotinib for Treatment of Cancer via Oral Route Open
Background/Objectives: Nilotinib (NTB) a tyrosine kinase inhibitor, helps CML patients with the Philadelphia chromosome. An increasingly rigorous dose regimen and a boxed warning limit the drug's use. NTB should be taken orally on an …
View article: Microplastic ingestion in invasive mosquitofish (Gambusia holbrooki): a nationwide survey from Türkiye
Microplastic ingestion in invasive mosquitofish (Gambusia holbrooki): a nationwide survey from Türkiye Open
Microplastics are widespread pollutants in freshwater ecosystems, yet comprehensive data on their occurrence across large geographic scales remains scarce. This nationwide study, therefore, examined microplastic ingestion in 621 individual…
View article: Effect of Tramadol on Rohu (Labeo rohita); A Histopathological and Hematological study
Effect of Tramadol on Rohu (Labeo rohita); A Histopathological and Hematological study Open
Tramadol is a weak synthetic opioid primarily used to treat moderate to severe pain. It can persist in the aquatic environment through wastewater, posing a significant environmental threat. As a result, aquatic organisms, particularly fish…
View article: Identification of microfibers in faeces of a lesser grison, Galictis cuja (Carnivora: Mustelidae) received at a wildlife rehabilitation center. Case report
Identification of microfibers in faeces of a lesser grison, Galictis cuja (Carnivora: Mustelidae) received at a wildlife rehabilitation center. Case report Open
The identification of microplastics, especially microfibers, in different animal species indicates the level of contamination that is accumulating over time due to the use of this material for different purposes. Wild species are bioindica…
View article: Left Vitamin Formation Point in Indian Neurotherapy and Metabolic Strengthening
Left Vitamin Formation Point in Indian Neurotherapy and Metabolic Strengthening Open
The Left Vitamin Formation Point in Indian Neurotherapy activates the body’s natural Vitamin B12 and Niacin (B3) pathways. Stimulating this point improves nerve strength, boosts blood circulation, and enhances metabolic energy. It supports…
View article: Hydration Responses to Pre-Exercise Sodium Hyperhydration at Rest and During Cycling in the Heat and Across Menstrual Cycle Phases
Hydration Responses to Pre-Exercise Sodium Hyperhydration at Rest and During Cycling in the Heat and Across Menstrual Cycle Phases Open
Purpose: This study examined hydration responses to sodium hyperhydration in female athletes at rest and during cycling across the early follicular and mid-luteal phases of the menstrual cycle. Methods: Twelve cyclists/triathletes consumed…
View article: Endocrine Functions of Bone Are Suppressed by Orally Administered Glucose Regardless of Bodyweight
Endocrine Functions of Bone Are Suppressed by Orally Administered Glucose Regardless of Bodyweight Open
Objective Bone is a target for diabetic complications, but the impact of metabolic changes on bone metabolism is less understood. Bones participate in energy metabolism by via secreted osteokines. Glucose ingestion reduces bone resorption,…
View article: Preliminary Studies on the Distribution of Stable Pb and Pb-210 in the Maternal and Fetal Portions of Human Placentas
Preliminary Studies on the Distribution of Stable Pb and Pb-210 in the Maternal and Fetal Portions of Human Placentas Open
Fetal growth and survival are solely dependent on the placenta, making the characterization of toxic elements in this tissue crucial for understanding exposure during pregnancy. Stable lead (Pb) and Pb-210 are toxic elements of particular …
View article: Rinsing a Pandemic Down: Effects of Oral Hygiene in SARS-CoV-2: A Two-Center Prospective Pilot Study
Rinsing a Pandemic Down: Effects of Oral Hygiene in SARS-CoV-2: A Two-Center Prospective Pilot Study Open
Background: Saliva sampling is increasingly used for respiratory virus diagnostics in dentistry and oral medicine due to patient comfort and reduced exposure risk. How routine behaviors—mechanical oral hygiene, rinsing, and food intake—aff…
View article: Taste of things to come: Craving responses to ingestion and mouth rinse of sugary drink in connection with food cues and associations with continuous interstitial glucose measurement in a healthy population
Taste of things to come: Craving responses to ingestion and mouth rinse of sugary drink in connection with food cues and associations with continuous interstitial glucose measurement in a healthy population Open
Background/objectives: Food craving is frequent with high palatable foods containing high levels of sugars and/or fat. Food cues can strongly induce food craving, and heightened food cue reactivity is as…
View article: Dietary Intervention with Resistant Starch-Rich Unripe Plantain Flour Restores Gut Microbiome–Metabolome Axis and Ameliorates Type 2 Diabetes in Rats
Dietary Intervention with Resistant Starch-Rich Unripe Plantain Flour Restores Gut Microbiome–Metabolome Axis and Ameliorates Type 2 Diabetes in Rats Open
Plantain (Musa spp., AAB group) possesses a complex triploid genetics originating from interspecific hybridization, which underlies its agronomic traits and nutritional composition, making it a vital global staple food crop. Unripe plantai…