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Propolis Use in Dentistry: A Narrative Review of Its Preventive and Therapeutic Applications
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Elsevier
, 2024 , Article Review)
Propolis is a resinous substance produced naturally by bees, and it consists of the exudates of plants mixed with enzymes, wax, and pollen. Propolis continues to gain considerable scientific interest due to its potential ...
RuBisCO: a sustainable protein ingredient for plant-based foods
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Frontiers Media
, 2024 , Article Review)
Ribulose bisphosphate carboxylase/oxygenase (RuBisCO), is a widely available plant protein receiving great interest because of its nutritional and functional properties. It can be a valuable source of protein for vegetarians. ...
Impact of COVID-19 on risks and deaths of non-communicable diseases in the Western Pacific region
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Elsevier
, 2024 , Article Review)
Countries and areas in the Western Pacific region (WPR) experienced the COVID-19 pandemic and took various preventive measures, which affected non-communicable diseases (NCDs) risks and mortality. Due to differences in ...
Evaluation of warfarin management in primary health care centers in Qatar: A retrospective cross-sectional analysis of the national dataset
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Elsevier
, 2024 , Article Review)
Background: Warfarin management is associated with severe complications, highlighting the critical need to evaluate the quality of its administration. Objectives: To evaluate the quality of warfarin management for patients ...
Exploring the role of oral microbiome dysbiosis in cardiometabolic syndrome and smoking
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Taylor and Francis Ltd.
, 2024 , Article Review)
Oral microbiome research has gained significant interest in recent years due to its potential impact on overall health. Smoking has been identified as a significant modulator of the oral microbiome composition, leading to ...
Leprosy: Comprehensive insights into pathology, immunology, and cutting-edge treatment strategies, integrating nanoparticles and ethnomedicinal plants
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Frontiers Media
, 2024 , Article Review)
Mycobacterium leprae is the causative agent responsible for the chronic disease known as leprosy. This condition is characterized by dermal involvement, often leading to peripheral nerve damage, sensory-motor loss, and ...
Factors influencing self-care management in adult hemodialysis patients: An integrative review
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HBKU Press
, 2024 , Article Review)
Background: End-stage renal disease (ESRD) poses a significant health challenge, with hemodialysis (HD) being the most prevalent therapy. Patients undergoing HD must comply with a strict therapeutic regimen, including ...
Dietary Patterns Associated with Breast Cancer in the Middle East: A Scoping Review
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Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)
, 2024 , Article Review)
Breast cancer (BC) is the most predominant malignancy in Arab women in the Middle East, and yearly increases in occurrence by 37.5 and mortality rates by 15.2 for every 100,000 in 2019. This review explores the gap in ...
Mechanisms of body fat distribution and gluteal-femoral fat protection against metabolic disorders
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Frontiers Media SA
, 2024 , Article Review)
Obesity is a major health problem that affects millions of individuals, and it is associated with metabolic diseases including insulin resistance (IR), type 2 diabetes (T2D), and cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). However, ...
Carbon Dioxide Methanation Enabled by Biochar-Nanocatalyst Composite Materials: A Mini-Review
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MDPI
, 2024 , Article Review)
Due to ever-increasing global warming, the scientific community is concerned with finding immediate solutions to reduce or utilize carbon dioxide (CO2) and convert it in useful compounds. In this context, the reductive ...