Human Nutrition
Recent Submissions
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Against the Grain: Consumer's Purchase Habits and Satisfaction with Gluten-Free Product Offerings in European Food Retail
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Across the world and within Europe, a growing number of consumers are choosing to buy gluten-free products. Motivations for a gluten-free diet and the consequences of consuming gluten are varied, from a medical necessity ... -
Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of oil and salt intake and related influencing factors in Southwestern China
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article)Objects: Excessive oil and salt consumption is a public health issue, notably in China where intakes surpass WHO guidelines. The present study aims to examine the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of Southwestern China ... -
One hundred-year secular trends of overweight and obesity in China: effects of age, period, and cohort
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2024 , Article)Objective: Obesity has become a major public health problem worldwide and particularly in China. This study examined the secular trend of overweight and obesity in China over the past 100 years. Methods: Nationwide data ... -
Developing a novel toffee-type soft candy process by sonocrystallization: A preliminary study
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This study aimed to evaluate the applicability of sonocrystallization, an innovative process, as a low-cost and time-efficient alternative for the crystallization of confectionery dough, which is a crucial step in the ... -
Ultra-processed food consumption and obesity among children and adolescents in China-Findings from China Health and Nutrition Survey
( John Wiley and Sons Ltd , 2025 , Article)Background Children and adolescents are increasingly exposed to processed food in China, however, its association with obesity has not been investigated. Objectives To assess the consumption of ultra-processed food ... -
Clustering Patterns of Unhealthy Lifestyle Behaviours Among Adolescents: A Multilevel Analysis of a Nationally Representative School-Based Survey from 73 Countries
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2025 , Article)Background: Adolescence is a crucial stage when young people adopt various lifestyle behaviours that can impact their health. However, the broader determinants of these behaviours remain underexplored. This study aimed to ... -
Author Correction: Burdens of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease attributable to sugar-sweetened beverages in 184 countries (Nature Medicine, (2025), 10.1038/s41591-024-03345-4)
( Nature Research , 2025 , Article)Correction to: Nature Medicinehttps://doi.org/10.1038/s41591-024-03345-4, published online 6 January 2025. In the version of the article initially published, in the eighth paragraph of the Discussion, the text "Among large ... -
Interactions of black carrot concentrate powder as a natural coloring agent with gelatine and sucrose in model gummy samples
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)With growing consumer concerns about the sustainability and safety of synthetic food colorings, the food industry is increasingly turning to natural colorants derived from plants. Anthocyanins from black carrots are preferred ... -
Exploring Beyond Numeric Weight Loss: The Metabolic Effects of Semaglutide.
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)The global burden of overweight and obesity has increased by threefold since the 1970s, which led to increased incidences of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. This review aimed to explore the metabolic impacts ... -
Associations between inflammation-related dietary patterns and obesity: A cohort study among Tibetan adults
( Cambridge University Press , 2025 , Article)Substantial changes resulting from the interaction of environmental and dietary factors contribute to an increased risk of obesity, while their specific associations with obesity remain unclear. Identify inflammation-related ... -
From Cow's Milk to Cheese, Yogurt, and Labneh: Evaluating aflatoxin M fate in Traditional Lebanese Dairy Processing and the Efficacy of Regulations through a Risk Assessment Approach.
( Taylor and Francis Group , 2025 , Article)Aflatoxin M (AFM1) is a potent mycotoxin that can contaminate milk and dairy products. It is a metabolite of aflatoxin B (AFB1), which is produced by certain fungi that infect crops. In Lebanon, traditional dairy ... -
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)
( 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
( 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
( 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
( 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
( 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
( 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
( 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
( 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
( 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 ...
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