Yu Chen, Fuli Chen, Wenjuan Chen, Jie Liao, Jie Zeng, Wenjie Tian, Long Zhou
{"title":"Chronic pain and incident hypertension: an observational study of 0.4 million adults.","authors":"Yu Chen, Fuli Chen, Wenjuan Chen, Jie Liao, Jie Zeng, Wenjie Tian, Long Zhou","doi":"10.1186/s41043-025-01089-6","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s41043-025-01089-6","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Chronic pain and hypertension have an enormous influence on both society and individuals. No previous research has examined the association between pain in multiple sites and the risk of hypertension.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A total of 402,230 individuals in the United Kingdom (UK) Biobank were included. The number of pain sites was categorized into 0 (no pain), 1, 2, 3, ≥ 4 sites of pain, and \"pain all over the body\". Cox proportional hazards model was respectively used to estimate the associations of the number of pain sites and specific pain with incident hypertension. Hazard ratio (HR) and 95% confidence interval (CI) was also calculated.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>There were 105,617 (26.3%) hypertension cases occurred during a median follow-up of 13.35 years. The incidence of hypertension in 0, 1, 2, 3, ≥ 4 pain sites, and \"pain all over the body\" were 23.2%, 27.5%, 31.3%, 34.6%, 38.0%, and 42.0%, respectively. Participants with 3, ≥ 4 pain sites, and \"pain all over the body\" respectively had 36% (95% CI: 33%-40%), 50% (95% CI: 46%-55%), and 62% (95% CI: 55%-69%) higher risk of hypertension compared with those without pain. All types of pain including headache, facial pain, neck/shoulder pain, back pain, stomach/abdominal pain, hip pain, and knee pain, were positively associated with the incidence of hypertension.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>We provided evidence that the number of pain sites was associated with an increased risk of hypertension. Certain specific types of pain, such as headache, neck/shoulder pain, and back pain, were also associated with hypertension risk.</p>","PeriodicalId":15969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition","volume":"44 1","pages":"325"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-09-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12465872/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145176101","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ying-Wei Chang, Li Fan, Guo-Tong Sun, Cai-Yun Yang, Xiu-Wen Liang, Ying Zhang, Hong-Feng He
{"title":"A retrospective cohort study on the clinical efficacy of Shanhuang Jiangzhi tablets and Atorvastatin calcium tablets in the treatment of carotid atherosclerosis.","authors":"Ying-Wei Chang, Li Fan, Guo-Tong Sun, Cai-Yun Yang, Xiu-Wen Liang, Ying Zhang, Hong-Feng He","doi":"10.1186/s41043-025-01057-0","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s41043-025-01057-0","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The efficacy and safety of the combination therapy of Shanhuang Jiangzhi tablets and atorvastatin in treating primary hyperlipidemia and carotid atherosclerosis remain unclear and require further investigation.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>A retrospective cohort study was conducted using the medical records of the neurology wards from 1 January 2014 to 30 June 2022. Patients were divided into observation and control groups based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. The control group received atorvastatin calcium tablets at a dose of 20 mg per day, whereas the observation group received the same dose of atorvastatin plus Shanhuang Jiangzhi tablets at 2.4 g per day. The treatment period for both groups was 2 years. Blood lipid profiles and carotid ultrasound indicators were compared before and after treatment. All the data were statistically analysed using SPSS 26.0.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>This study included 319 atherosclerosis patients, with 162 in the observation group (average age 62.84 ± 11.90 years, 44.4% men) and 157 in the control group (average age 62.62 ± 10.33 years, 52.2% men). No significant differences were found in baseline characteristics between the two groups (p > 0.05). Following treatment, significant reductions in total cholesterol (4.38 ± 1.07 vs. 4.71 ± 1.11) and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels (2.78 ± 0.80 vs. 3.11 ± 0.92) were observed in the observation group compared with the control group (p < 0.05). Additionally, improvements in the carotid intima-media thickness (IMT) (1.63 ± 0.09 vs. 1.80 ± 0.05) and plaque scores (4.06 ± 0.26 vs. 4.17 ± 0.29) were more pronounced in the observation group (p < 0.05).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This study investigated the use of Shanhuang Jiangzhi tablets combined with atorvastatin calcium for carotid atherosclerosis, offering effective options for traditional Chinese medicine in managing atherosclerosis and hyperlipidaemia.</p>","PeriodicalId":15969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition","volume":"44 1","pages":"324"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12465801/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145149456","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Association between healthy beverage index and kidney and cardiovascular risk factors in patients with type 2 diabetes: a cross-sectional study in Iran.","authors":"Neda Azizi, Mina Eslami, Omid Reza Sadrmanesh, Zeinab Shakeri, Habib Yarizadeh, Leila Azadbakht, Bagher Larijani, Ensieh Nasli-Esfahani","doi":"10.1186/s41043-025-01066-z","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s41043-025-01066-z","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Limited studies have addressed the overall quality of beverages in participants with type 2 diabetes. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the relationship between a healthy beverage index (HBI) and risk factors of kidney and cardiovascular disease in patients with type 2 diabetes.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This comparative cross-sectional study was conducted on 245 Iranian with type 2 diabetes. A FFQ with 168 items was used to assess dietary intakes. Participants were categorized into three groups based on the HBI. The association between the HBI with the investigated variables was assessed by binary logistic regression that adjusted for age, total calorie intake, body mass index (BMI), physical activity, smoking, using blood sugar-lowering pills, marital status, occupation, economic status, and education level.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>After adjusting for confounders, our findings showed a significant inverse relationship between the HBI and urine albumin (odds ratio (OR): 0.91, 95% CI: (0.73 to 0.98)), and urine creatinine (OR: 0.85, 95% CI: (0.73 to 0.99)); as well as total cholesterol (OR: 0.93, 95% CI: (0.87 to 1.00)), diastolic blood pressure (OR: 0.94, 95% CI: (0.89 to 1.00)), and two-hour blood sugar (OR: 0.94, 95% CI: (0.89 to 1.00)).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The current study clarifies that a healthy beverage index may be associated with urine albumin, urine creatinine, total cholesterol, diastolic blood pressure, and two-hour blood sugar. The healthy beverage index warrants further consideration in relation to risk factors for kidney disease, lipid profile, and blood pressure among individuals with type 2 diabetes.</p>","PeriodicalId":15969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition","volume":"44 1","pages":"323"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-09-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12462390/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145137875","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Childhood under siege: battling malnutrition, disease, and despair during genocide in Gaza.","authors":"Bilal Hamamra, Fayez Mahamid, Asala Mayaleh","doi":"10.1186/s41043-025-00948-6","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s41043-025-00948-6","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Since 7 October 2023, Gazan children have been enduring a catastrophic humanitarian crisis marked by severe malnutrition, rampant disease, and overwhelming psychological distress as a result of the Israeli deliberate policies that restrict access to food and essential services, compounded by the systematic destruction of agricultural, healthcare, and water infrastructure under a crippling blockade.</p><p><strong>Aims: </strong>This study aims to document and analyze the multifaceted impacts of conflict-induced deprivation on the health and development of these vulnerable children, highlighting how state policies exacerbate food insecurity and hinder effective healthcare delivery.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Employing a qualitative approach, thirty semi-structured interviews were conducted with displaced Gazans in Rafah camps; the data, gathered in Arabic and transcribed for analysis, were examined using thematic content analysis to identify recurring themes related to malnutrition, disease outbreaks, unsafe living conditions, weakened immune systems, and limited healthcare access.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The analysis revealed that children are suffering from widespread malnutrition leading to stunted growth and cognitive deficits, compounded by outbreaks of infectious diseases in overcrowded, unsanitary shelters, and further endangered by unsafe environments marked by bombed infrastructure and contaminated water; these factors, along with a deliberate collapse of healthcare services, create a cycle of deprivation and despair.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The findings confirm that the crisis in Gaza is a deliberate outcome of the Israeli policies designed to undermine civilian survival, necessitating immediate humanitarian intervention, strict adherence to international humanitarian law, and comprehensive policy reforms to restore access to essential resources, halt the intergenerational transmission of trauma, and rebuild a resilient future for Gazan children.</p>","PeriodicalId":15969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition","volume":"44 1","pages":"321"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-09-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12406383/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144956840","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Association between dietary fiber intake and gallstones among American adults: a cross-sectional study.","authors":"Huimin Li, Ting Du, Changfeng Miao, Yuan Deng, Hongwei Tian, Wei Fang","doi":"10.1186/s41043-025-01062-3","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s41043-025-01062-3","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Limited research has been conducted on the effects of dietary fiber (DF) intake on gallstones. We aimed to investigate the actual DF intake in a nationally representative sample in the United States (US) and explore its association with gallstones.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We used data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey database, including the 2017-2020 and 2021-2023 cycles. Using participants' gallstone histories and their average 2-day DF intake, we investigated the actual DF intake among US adults. After adjusting for traditional confounders, we used weighted multivariable logistic regression models, trend tests, spline curve fitting, subgroup analyses, and interaction tests to explore the independent association between DF intake and gallstones.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 8,782 participants were included. The weighted analysis showed the prevalence of gallstones is 10.03%. The average DF intake among adult men and women is 18 ± 10 g/day and 15 ± 7.8 g/day, respectively, which is well below the recommended levels. Multivariable regression analysis revealed a statistically significant negative linear association between DF intake and gallstone prevalence. For every 10 g/day increase in DF intake, the risk of gallstones significantly decreases by 21% (OR = 0.79, 95% CI: 0.63-1.00, P = 0.047). Curve fitting showed a negative linear relationship between these two variables (P = 0.003, P for non-linearity = 0.134).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>A negative linear relationship between DF intake and gallstones among adults in the US was observed, and the current DF intake in the US is far below recommended levels.</p>","PeriodicalId":15969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition","volume":"44 1","pages":"322"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-09-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12406361/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144956708","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Daniel Offei, Ulrika Enemark, Robert Darko Osei, Razak M Gyasi, Charles Godfred Ackah
{"title":"Caregiving dynamics and labor market outcomes of unorganized caregivers of older adults in Ghana.","authors":"Daniel Offei, Ulrika Enemark, Robert Darko Osei, Razak M Gyasi, Charles Godfred Ackah","doi":"10.1186/s41043-025-00997-x","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s41043-025-00997-x","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Unorganized caregivers increasingly face significant challenges that impact their participation in the labor market, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. This paper explores the effects of both care intensity and the subjective caregiving burden on the labor force participation and work hours of these unorganized caregivers.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>We used data from a sample of 1,806 unorganized caregivers in Ghana who provide care to older adults aged 60 and above. High-intensive caregivers were classified as those providing at least 20 h of caregiving per week, while the caregiving burden was measured using the short version of the Zarit Burden Interview score. The results were based on the average marginal effect from a logistic regression model.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The results showed that both high-intensity and high-burden caregiving have notable effects on labor force participation and the work hours of unorganized caregivers. High-intensive caregivers were associated with an approximately 14% increase in the probability of reducing work hours. Also, high-burden caregivers were found to be associated with a 7% increase in the probability of being self-employed. The combined effect of high-intensity and high-burden caregiving was found to amplify the labor market challenges, particularly in reducing work hours and limiting the ability to maintain stable employment.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>These findings highlight the significant impact of unorganized caregiving on labor market outcomes, particularly for those providing intensive and high-burden care. Policymakers should consider these effects when designing support systems for caregivers to mitigate the negative impact on employment and income stability..</p>","PeriodicalId":15969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition","volume":"44 1","pages":"320"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-09-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12406378/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144956847","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Prevalence and factors associated with acute malnutrition among children aged 6-59 months in West Wollega, Oromia, Ethiopia, 2024.","authors":"Keneni Ephrem Dibisa, Gemechis Mengesha, Getachew Kenea, Mengistu Tamiru Dinka, Getahun Fetensa","doi":"10.1186/s41043-025-00928-w","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s41043-025-00928-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>This study investigates acute malnutrition among children aged 6-59 months in conflict-affected districts of western Ethiopia. It addresses the lack of localized data by examining the prevalence and key contributing factors, including maternal health, child feeding practices, and healthcare access. Findings aim to inform targeted, multisectoral interventions to improve child nutrition in similar crisis-affected settings.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted from June 1 to July 1, 2024, involving 513 children aged 6-59 months. A proportionate sample was selected from each Woreda using systematic sampling, with one child randomly chosen from households with multiple eligible children. Trained enumerators collected data using a pre-tested questionnaire, and nutritional status was assessed using mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) measurements. Data were entered into Epi-data version 3.1 and exported to SPSS version 25.0 for analysis. Descriptive statistics were performed, followed by bivariable and multivariable logistic regression to identify factors associated with acute malnutrition, with statistical significance declared at P-value < 0.05.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 498 participants were included within the study with a response rate of 97%. The largest proportions (44.4%) were aged 24-59 months. Acute malnutrition prevalence was 20.7% [17.1% to 24.3%] with 6.2% having severe malnutrition and 14.5% moderate. Key risk factors for acute malnutrition included food insecurity with (AOR: 1.81, 95% CI: 1.03-3.17), pre-lacteal feeding (AOR: 2.01, 95% CI: 1.09-3.68), maternal malnutrition (AOR: 4.11, 95% CI: 2.40-7.05), less than four antenatal visits of current child pregancy (AOR: 3.94, 95% CI: 1.64-9.45), and bottle-feeding (OR: 2.79, 95% CI: 1.51-5.14).</p><p><strong>Conclusion and recommendation: </strong>The severe burden of acute malnutrition demands immediate, comprehensive action. An integrated approach is essential, emphasizing improved access to nutritious food, strengthened maternal and child health services, and increased caregiver awareness. Key strategies include merging maternal and child health initiatives, encouraging exclusive breastfeeding, ensuring regular antenatal care, and promoting appropriate infant feeding. Together, these efforts can play a crucial role in lowering acute malnutrition rates and enhancing child health in the community.</p>","PeriodicalId":15969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition","volume":"44 1","pages":"319"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-09-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12403402/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144956956","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The impact of non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio (NHHR) on the development of prediabetes in middle-aged and older Chinese adults: a national cohort study.","authors":"Jintao Chen, Liying Yan, Qingan Fu, Miao Yu, Yue Zhou","doi":"10.1186/s41043-025-01064-1","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s41043-025-01064-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio (NHHR) has demonstrated significant clinical application potential in the evaluation of vascular-related diseases. Our objective was to explore the impact of NHHR on the progression from prediabetes to diabetes or the regression to normal fasting glucose (NFG).</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>This study utilized data from the first and third waves of the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study, involving 2922 participants. Based on the changes in glycemic status during the follow-up period, the outcome variables were categorized into three categories: progression to diabetes, persistence in prediabetes status, or return to NFG. Multivariable logistic regression analyses, restricted cubic spline regression analyses, stratification analyses, and sensitivity analyses were used to assess the effect of NHHR on the development of prediabetes.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In a follow-up study spanning approximately three years, we observed that 558 participants (19.1%) returned to normal blood glucose levels, while 514 participants (17.6%) progressed to diabetes. After adjusting for potential confounding factors, we found a linear negative relationship between NHHR and the reversion from prediabetes to NFG [(odds ratio (OR) 0.88, 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.80-0.98)]. Additionally, NHHR exhibited a linear positive association with the progression from prediabetes to diabetes (OR 1.28, 95% CI 1.15-1.41). Stratified analyses revealed no significant interactions between NHHR and the subgroup variables.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>NHHR is significantly associated with prediabetes development in middle-aged and older adults. Lower NHHR levels increase the likelihood of prediabetes regression, whereas higher NHHR levels elevate the risk of prediabetes progression.</p>","PeriodicalId":15969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition","volume":"44 1","pages":"318"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12400698/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144956978","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Phase angle as an indicator of nutritional status: a cross-sectional study on the Iranian population.","authors":"Fatemeh Samadinian, Niloofar Eshaghian, Mohammad Javad Tarrahi, Reza Amani, Mojtaba Akbari, Fatemeh Shirani","doi":"10.1186/s41043-025-01060-5","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1186/s41043-025-01060-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Phase angle (PA), derived from bioelectrical impedance analysis, serves as an indicator of cellular health, membrane integrity, and hydration status. Despite its potential utility, the relationship between PA and nutritional and lifestyle factors has not been extensively studied in Iranian populations. This study aimed to investigate these associations in Iranian adults.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This cross-sectional study included 239 university employees (85 men and 154 women) with a mean age of 43.32 years. Anthropometric indices and blood pressure were measured. PA was measured by the Body Composition Analyzer Mc780 MA device. Dietary intakes were assessed by using a validated 86-item food frequency questionnaire (FFQ). Physical activity was evaluated by the short form of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ). Associations between PA and study variables were analyzed using Pearson's correlation and Linear Regression.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Significant positive correlations were observed between PA and several anthropometric and body composition indices, including weight, body mass index (BMI), waist circumference (WC), hip circumference (HC), fat-free mass (FFM), muscle mass, bone mass, and visceral fat. PA showed significant associations with dietary intake variables.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This study highlights significant associations between PA and body composition and dietary factors in Iranian adults, with notable sex-based differences. These findings suggest that PA may be a valuable marker for assessing nutritional and cellular health.</p>","PeriodicalId":15969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition","volume":"44 1","pages":"315"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-08-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12400711/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144956945","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Poverty and women's health in Somaliland: examining body mass index and maternal mortality.","authors":"Khalid Ahmed Abdi, M K Jayamohan, Mohammed Adem","doi":"10.1186/s41043-025-00940-0","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1186/s41043-025-00940-0","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":15969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition","volume":"44 1","pages":"316"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-08-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12400601/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144956929","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}