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  • Author Correction: Serum vitamin D is associated with improved lung function markers but not with prevalence of asthma, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis (Scientific Reports, (2020), 10, 1, (11542), 10.1038/s41598-020-67967-7) 

    Ganji, Vijay; Al-Obahi, Asma; Yusuf, Sumaya; Dookhy, Zainab; Shi, Zumin ( Nature Research , 2020 , Article)
    The original version of this Article contained a typographical error in the spelling of the author Zainab Dookhy, which was incorrectly given as Zinab Dookhy. This has now been corrected in the PDF and HTML versions of the ...
  • Burdens of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease attributable to sugar-sweetened beverages in 184 countries 

    Lara-Castor, Laura; O'Hearn, Meghan; Cudhea, Frederick; Miller, Victoria; Shi, Peilin; ... more authors ( Nature Research , 2025 , Article)
    The consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) is associated with type 2 diabetes (T2D) and cardiovascular diseases (CVD). However, an updated and comprehensive assessment of the global burden attributable to SSBs ...
  • Evaluation of the Nutritional Impact of Baobab Leaves (Adansonia digitata L.) as a Dietary Intervention to Combat Nutrient Deficiencies and Poverty-Related Health Problems 

    Ahmed, Abdelhakam Esmaeil Mohamed; Mozzon, Massimo; Dawod, Abdaljbbar B. A.; Mustafa, Eltayeb Omaima Awad; Mukarram, Shaikh Ayaz; ... more authors ( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)
    Background/Objectives: Baobab (Adansonia digitate L.) is an underutilized species and edible parts (fruits, leaves and seeds) contribute to food security and human health in tropical areas. Although the fruits have attracted ...
  • Nutrient-heavy metal interaction and mixed heavy metal exposure in relation to cognition across lifespan: review evidence, potential mechanisms, and implications 

    Liu, Yuanfei; Shi, Zumin; Liu, Jianghong ( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2025 , Article Review)
    Objectives: Increasing research has shown that heavy metal as a neurotoxicant affects cognitive function across the lifespan. Nutritional status may modify susceptibility to heavy metal exposures, which further impacts ...
  • Garlic and Chitosan Improve the Microbial Quality of Hummus and Reduce Lipid Oxidation 

    Osaili, Tareq M.; Al-Nabulsi, Anas A.; Taybeh, Asma' O.; Olaimat, Amin N.; Taha, Sadi; ... more authors ( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)
    This study investigated the antimicrobial and antioxidant effects of garlic and chitosan on hummus. Hummus was prepared by using 0.5% or 1% (w/w) chitosan, with or without 1% (w/w) garlic, and samples were stored at 4, 10, ...
  • Editorial on Nutrition Education, Food Literacy, and Healthy Diets in Childhood and Adolescence 

    Hoteit, Maha; Younes, Hassan; Tayyem, Reema ( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)
    Childhood and adolescence are critical developmental stages, where adequate nutrition plays a pivotal role in ensuring proper growth and long-term health [1]. Poor nutrition throughout these formative years can impair ...
  • Effect of different alkaline solutions in cocoa powder alkalization: Effects on pasteurized chocolate milk 

    Atalar, İlyas; Apaydın, Ayşe; Elmacı, Ceren; ElObeid, Tahra; Konar, Nevzat ( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)
    Alkalization results in significant changes in the characteristic properties of cocoa products. Different alkalized cocoa powders with varying properties are obtained depending on the alkaline solution used. However, no ...
  • Modification and glycation microalgae proteins by non-thermal assisted process 

    El Obeid, Tahra; Atalar, İlyas; Toker, Omer Said; Palabiyik, Ibrahim; Gorgulu, Yasin Furkan ( Elsevier , 2025 , Article Review)
    Plant proteins represent a promising solution worldwide due to their low production costs and easy accessibility. Additionally, plant proteins are more environmentally sustainable. Therefore, the potential of plant proteins ...
  • Ferulic acid: extraction, estimation, bioactivity and applications for human health and food 

    Kumar, Mukul; Kaushik, Deepika; Shubham, Shubham; Kumar, Ashwani; Kumar, Vishal; ... more authors ( John Wiley and Sons Ltd , 2024 , Article Review)
    Ferulic acid ((E)-3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-phenyl) prop-2-enoic acid) is a derivative of caffeic acid found in most plants. This abundant phenolic compound exhibits significant antioxidant capacity and a broad spectrum of ...
  • Determinants and prediction of hypertension among Chinese middle-aged and elderly adults with diabetes: A machine learning approach 

    Mao, Lijun; Lin, Luotao; Shi, Zumin; Song, Hualing; Zhao, Hailei; ... more authors ( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)
    Objective: Multimorbidity, particularly diabetes combined with hypertension (DCH), is a significant public health concern. Currently, there is a gap in research utilizing machine learning (ML) algorithms to predict ...
  • Risk and determinants of sarcopenia in people with diabetes: a case–control study from Qatar Biobank cohort 

    Shatila, Hibeh; Ghazal, Nour; Bukshaisha, Ghalya; Al-Zeyara, Shaikha; Khoury, Cosette Fakih El; ... more authors ( BioMed Central Ltd , 2024 , Article)
    Background: Diabetes is associated with impairments in muscle mass and quality increasing the risk of sarcopenia. Thus, this study aimed to investigate the odds of sarcopenia and its associated risk factors among Qatari ...
  • Psychosocial profiles influencing healthy dietary behaviors among adolescents in Shandong Province, China: a cross-sectional study 

    Shi, Ya; Fu, Lin; Li, Shengping; Jiang, Ke; Shi, Zumin; ... more authors ( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article)
    Objectives: We aimed to assess the influence of psychosocial profiles on dietary behaviors among school-aged adolescents in China. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 7,862 adolescents from 100 schools ...
  • Omega-3 Supplementation in Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Patients: Impact on ICU Stay and Hospital Stay—A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis 

    Ouagueni, Asma; Shi, Zumin; Shraim, Mujahed; Al-Zoubi, Raed M.; Zarour, Ahmad; ... more authors ( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article Review)
    Background/Objectives: Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) is associated with inflammation and complications, potentially leading to prolonged ICU and hospital stays. Omega-3 PUFA has anti-inflammatory properties, thought ...
  • Correlation between Vegetable and Fruit Intake and Cognitive Function in Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study in Chongqing, China 

    Deng, Y.; Deng, Jiaxin; Jiang, Ke; Shi, Ya; Feng, Ziling; ... more authors ( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)
    Objective: To explore the correlation between different types of vegetable and fruit intake and cognitive function among the older adults in Chongqing, China, and to provide a scientific basis for developing efficient ...
  • Dietary patterns derived by reduced rank regression, macronutrients as response variables, and variation by economic status: NHANES 1999–2018 

    Coxall, Samuel C.; Albers, Frances E.M.; Li, Sherly X.; Shi, Zumin; Hodge, Allison M.; ... more authors ( springer link , 2024 , Article)
    Purpose: Macronutrient intakes vary across people and economic status, leading to a disparity in diet-related metabolic diseases. This study aimed to provide insight into this by: (1) identifying dietary patterns in adults ...
  • How prices and income influence global patterns in saturated fat intake by age, sex and world region: a cross-sectional analysis of 160 countries 

    Ahles, Amelia; Muhammad, Andrew; Yenerall, Jacqueline N.; Reedy, Julia; Shi, Peilin; ... more authors ( BMJ Publishing Group , 2024 , Article)
    Objective When considering proposals to improve diets, it is important to understand how factors like price and income can affect saturated fat (SF) intake and demand. In this study, we examine and estimate the influence ...
  • Evaluation of micronutrient and nutritional status among preschool children in Jordan: results from a Nationwide survey 

    Barham, Rawhieh; Tayyem, Reema; Al-Majali, Lama; Al-Khatib, Buthayna; Al Jawaldeh, Ayoub ( Frontiers Media S.A. , 2024 , Article)
    Background: Jordan faces various malnutrition challenges, including undernutrition, micronutrient deficiencies, overweight, obesity, and diet-related non-communicable diseases. The country has shifted from issues of ...
  • Overview of Dietary Supplements Use: A Narrative Review 

    Hasan, Mariam; Allehdan, Sabika; Alalwan, Tariq; Perna, Simone; Tayyem, Reema ( Bentham Science Publishers , 2024 , Article)
    Dietary supplements are ingestible nutrient products used in individuals’ diets to meet their adequate intake of nutrients required for general health purposes. This review aims to explore the impact of using dietary ...
  • Development of the Competency Evaluation Scale for Clinical Nutritionists in China: A Delphi Study 

    Zhou, Ailin; Li, Zhourong; Wang, Tiankun; Wu, Rongxin; Yang, Shuang; ... more authors ( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)
    Background: Clinical nutritionists are responsible for nutritional therapy in clinical practice, which significantly enhances patients’ nutritional status. This study aims to develop and validate a competency evaluation ...
  • Worldwide trends in underweight and obesity from 1990 to 2022: a pooled analysis of 3663 population-representative studies with 222 million children, adolescents, and adults 

    Nowell H, Phelps; Singleton, Rosie K; Zhou, Bin; Heap, Rachel A; Mishra, Anu; ... more authors ( Elsevier B.V. , 2024 , Article)
    BackgroundUnderweight and obesity are associated with adverse health outcomes throughout the life course. We estimated the individual and combined prevalence of underweight or thinness and obesity, and their changes, from ...

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