Determinants of formula feeding among mothers with infants and young children in six Sub Sahara African countries: Multilevel analysis of data from demographic and health survey. by Mohammed Seid Ali, Alebachew Ferede Zegeye, Belayneh Shetie Workneh, Gebreeyesus Abera Zeleke, Enyew Getaneh Mekonen, Agazhe Aemro, Berhan Tekeba, Tadesse Tarik Tamir, Mulugeta Wassie, Bewuketu Terefe

“…Formal feeding has a negative impact on an infant's health, causing malnutrition and other illnesses. Therefore, this study was investigated to assess formula feeding and determinant factors among mothers with infants in six sub-Saharan African countries.…”
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It is time to tackle psychological determinants of obesity and eating disorders by Pietro Crescenzo

“…As stated by the EAT-Lancet Commission on Healthy Diets for Sustainable Food Systems, nutrition is a global problem that would require a dedicated Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) [2]. Obesity and malnutrition are two sides of the same question and they are probably one of the most evidence of social and economic inequalities in the world today [3]. …”
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Modifiable risk factors for anemia among women of childbearing age in sub-saharan Africa (2015–2023) by Beminate Lemma Seifu, Yohannes Mekuria Negussie, Angwach Abrham Asnake, Bezawit Melak Fente, Zufan Alamrie Asmare, Mamaru Melkam, Meklit Melaku Bezie, Alemayehu Kasu Gebrehana, Sintayehu Simie Tsega, Hiwot Atlaye Asebe

“…Abstract Background The Sustainable Development Goals Target 2.2 aims to eliminate all forms of malnutrition, including anemia, while the World Health Assembly targets a 50% reduction in anemia among women of childbearing age by 2025. …”
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Determinants of appropriate complementary feeding practices among mothers of children aged 6–23 months in Bokoji town, Oromia region, Ethiopia by Abdurehman Kalu Tololu, Bekele Teshome, Hiwot Zelalem Fessaha, Abdene Weya Kaso

“…Abstract Background One of the contributing factors for malnutrition among children aged 6–23 months is inappropriate complementary feeding. …”
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Association between geriatric nutritional risk index and overactive bladder in the elderly population: a cross-sectional study by Wei Zheng, Wei Zheng, Chuanzan Zhou, Jia Miao, Yunkai Yang, Xuanhan Hu, Heng Wang, Xinyu Zhang, Qi Zhang, Yifan Wang

“…BackgroundThe prevalence of overactive bladder (OAB) is increasing in the elderly population and there is growing evidence that malnutrition affects the urinary system. Despite this, research on the relationship between nutritional factors and OAB remains limited.MethodsWe included 17,161 elderly individuals from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey conducted between 2005 and 2018. …”
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Natural history of radiotherapy-induced dysgeusia among oral and oropharyngeal cancer patients undergoing different treatment modalities by Natália Rangel Palmier, Bruno Augusto Linhares Almeida Mariz, Letícia Rodrigues-Oliveira, Karina Morais-Faria, César Augusto Migliorati, Luiz Paulo Kowalski, Karina Moutinho, Thaís Bianca Brandão, Alan Roger Santos-Silva, Ana Carolina Prado-Ribeiro

“…Xerostomia and dysgeusia grades and OM and dysgeusia grades presented a positive correlation (P < 0.001, each). Malnutrition associated with appetite loss and dysgeusia was the indication for tube feeding in 26.8 % of patients. …”
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Determinants of prolonged exclusive breastfeeding among children aged 6–23 months in 21 sub-saharan African countries: evidence from nationally representative data by Enyew Getaneh Mekonen

“…Abstract Background Under-five mortality and malnutrition are more common in many low- and middle-income countries, highlighting the grave consequences of improper nutrition for children. …”
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Ethiopia hygiene practice during complementary feeding and associated factors; systematic review and meta-analysis by Getnet Alemu Andargie, Kedir Seid, Gebeyehu Lakew, Amlaku Nigusie Yirsaw, Alemshet Yirga Berhie, Asnake Gashaw Belayneh, Solomon Ketema Bogale, Eyob Ketema Bogale, Eyob Getachew

“…Abstract Background Complementary feeding is crucial for infant growth, but poor hygiene during this period increases the risk of malnutrition and illness. In Ethiopia, national data on hygiene practices during complementary feeding, particularly among mothers of children aged 6–24 months, is limited. …”
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Exploring Chronic Pain in Hemodialysis Patients: An Observational Study Based on the New IASP Classification for ICD-11 by Vittorio Schweiger, Martina Cacciapuoti, Marta Nizzero, Salvatore Simari, Gianmarco Lombardi, Leonardo Gottin, Lisa Stefani, Alvise Martini, Giustino Varrassi, Gabriele Finco, Enrico Polati, Giovanni Gambaro

“…Risk factors for chronic pain in HD patients are older age, long-lasting dialysis history, several concomitant diseases, malnutrition, and others. However, chronic pain assessment in HD patients is rarely performed by specialists in pain medicine, with relevant consequences in terms of diagnostic and treatment accuracy. …”
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Admission outcomes and their associated factors among children admitted to the paediatric emergency unit within 24 hours of Dilla University Referral Hospital, Ethiopia, 2023: a cr... by Binyam Tariku Seboka, Tomas Yeheyis, Yihenew Ayehu Dessie, Samuel Jigso Dube, Abel Desalegn Demeke, Mekdes Mekonnen Feleke, Abdo Hajo Jarso, Asresu Feleke Bati, Etaferaw Udo, Selam Tadele Markos, Chalachew Kassaw, Amdehiwot Aynalem Debebe, Ephrem Geja Gechere

“…Children presented with diarrhoea (adjusted OR (AOR) =2.92, 95% CI 1.46 to 5.84), severe respiratory distress (AOR=5.08, 95% CI 2.49 to 10.35), coma (AOR=3.71, 95% CI 1.24 to 11.13), comorbidity (AOR=3.33, 95% CI 1.49 to 7.41) and delay to seek healthcare (AOR=1.99, 95% CI 1.03 to 3.83) were significantly associated factors with emergency unit mortality, whereas pneumonia (AOR=1.76, 95% CI 1.16 to 2.65) and severe acute malnutrition (AOR=3.46, 95% CI 2.06 to 5.81) were significantly associated factors with intrahospital unit/ward transfer.Conclusion The magnitude of mortality, transfer to the ward and discharge against medical advice were relatively higher. …”
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Prevalence and contributors to anaemia among children aged 6 to 59 months in Kyangwali Refugee settlement, Western Uganda: a cross-sectional study by Christine Nakimera, Philip Bright Bwajojo, William Kaweesa, Joan Nampiima, Faith Chebet, Sharifah Namuwawu, Martin Bwemage, Moses Nuwabasa, Regina Ndagire, Allan Lugaajju, Joel Tumwebaze, Catherine Nassozi Lwanira

“…The most significant contributors to anaemia in the study population were malnutrition, maternal education, feeding practices and birth order. …”
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Determinants of Dietary Diversity Practice among Pregnant Women in the Gurage Zone, Southern Ethiopia, 2021: Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study by Tolesa Gemeda Gudeta, Ayana Benti Terefe, Girma Teferi Mengistu, Seboka Abebe Sori

“…Pregnant women have been considered susceptible to malnutrition because of their increased nutrient demands and thus consuming a variety of foods in their diet plays a lion’s role in ensuring adequate nutrient intake. …”
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Famine Exposure in Early Life and Risk of Metabolic Syndrome in Adulthood: Comparisons of Different Metabolic Syndrome Definitions by Feng Ning, Jie Ren, Xin Song, Dong Zhang, Li Liu, Lei Zhang, Jianping Sun, Dongfeng Zhang, Zengchang Pang, Qing Qiao, on behalf of Qingdao Diabetes Prevention Program

“…Famine exposure in early life is associated with an increased risk of MetS in later life, especially in women. Early-life malnutrition and later life overnutrition were critical in determining adulthood metabolic disorders.…”
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Association of albumin to non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio with mortality in peritoneal dialysis patients by Yongjie Xie, Xiaoran Feng, Youqun Gao, Xiaojiang Zhan, Fenfen Peng, Qian Zhou, Xianfeng Wu, Xiaoyang Wang, Na Tian, Qingdong Xu, Ning Su, Xingming Tang, Jianbo Liang, Jiao Li, Yueqiang Wen

“…Objective Malnutrition and inflammation are associated with mortality in peritoneal dialysis (PD) patients. …”
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Inovasi Rancangan Aplikasi Gizi Nutrief dalam Optimalisasi Asupan Gizi Menggunakan Pendekatan Design Thinking by Irsa Ainun Nisa Sofia Nur Rohma Faiza, Herman Tolle, Dwi Cahya Astriya Nugraha

“…Abstract Unhealthy eating habit can result in nutritional disorders, such us overweight, or malnutrition. So, it is important to manage and monitor a healthy eating habit so get a balanced nutrition intake. …”
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Hubungan Tingkat Kemandirian dalam Melakukan Aktivitas Kehidupan Sehari-Hari dan Status Gizi pada Usia Lanjut di Panti Sosial Tresna Werdha Sabai Nan Aluih Sicincin by Afifah Alfyanita, Rose Dinda Martini, Husnil Kadri

“…Of the 66 subjects there were 36 elderly (54.5%) not independent in performing ADL and 39 elderly (59.1%) were at risk of malnutrition. Chi-square test showed p value 0,015 (p&lt;0.05).The conclusion is the significant relationship between the level of independence in performing ADL and nutritional status of the elderly in Social House Tresna Werdha Sabai Nan Aluih.…”
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A Shared Path: Co-occurrence and Clinical Implications of Celiac Disease and Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus by Wojciech Florczak, Joanna Śnieżna, Jakub Dziewic, Karol Dzwonnik, Wiktoria Domino, Urszula Zelik, Gabriela Trestka, Maria Przygoda, Jagienka Włodyka, Kamila Stępień, Sabina Adamczyk

“…CeD is a gluten-induced disease resulting in inflammation and impaired absorption of the nutrients, leading to malnutrition. In T1DM, β-cells in the pancreatic tissue are destroyed during the T-cell mediated reaction, which leads to impaired insulin production and development of insulin deficiency which leads to hyperglycemia and chronic complications. …”
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An observational, multigenerational platform for health systems and population health interventions to minimise intergenerational transmission of non-communicable diseases in India... by Vaman Khadilkar, Tarun Reddy Katapally, Jasmin Bhawra, Neha Kajale, Rubina Mandlik, Vivek Patwardhan, Demi Miriam, Dipali Ladkat, Chidvilas More, Ketan Gondhalekar, Anuradha Vaman Khadilkar

“…Given the double burden of malnutrition, with undernutrition and overweight/obesity coexisting among children and parents in India, the study findings will contribute to the development of focused interventions aimed at lowering NCDs, addressing the generational transmission of health risks, and improving health outcomes for rural communities.Ethics and dissemination Ethics approval was obtained from the institutional ethics committee, Ethics Committee Jehangir Clinical Development Centre, No: JCDC/BHR/24/047.Trial registration number NCT05603793.…”
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Cancer Cachexia: Innovations in Pharmacotherapy for Terminal-Stage Patients - Review of the latest reports by Kinga Witowska, Karolina Sacher, Negar Hosseinnejad, Mikolaj Biskupski, Mariola Turemka, Aneta Mandziuk, Urszula Korotko, Krystyna Zabojska, Aneta Klaudia Wojtas, Aleksandra Cygnarowicz

“…The issue is characterized by anorexia, skeletal muscle loss, adipose tissue wasting, involuntary weight loss, malnutrition, and poor appetite due to dysfunction of metabolism and chronic, systemic inflammation. …”
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Anemia and Contributing Factors in Severely Malnourished Infants and Children Aged between 0 and 59 Months Admitted to the Treatment Centers of the Amhara Region, Ethiopia: A Multi... by Wubet Worku Takele, Adhanom Gebreegziabher Baraki, Haileab Fekadu Wolde, Hanna Demelash Desyibelew, Behailu Tariku Derseh, Abel Fekadu Dadi, Eskedar Getie Mekonnen, Temesgen Yihunie Akalu

“…Anemia among severely malnourished children is a double burden that could make the treatment outcome of severe acute malnutrition (SAM) more unfavorable. The burden and the factors are, however, uncovered among children in the Amhara region. …”
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