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{"title":"Lifestyle habits and examination findings before and during the COVID-19 pandemic: From health checkups in a rural area in Japan.","authors":"Naomi Katayama, Tadao Yoshida, Tsutomu Nakashima, Masumi Kobayashi, Hirokazu Suzuki, Nobuyuki Hamajima, Michihiko Sone","doi":"10.1177/02601060241256201","DOIUrl":"10.1177/02601060241256201","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Aim:</b> Few health checkup studies have reported lifestyle habits and examination results before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. We compared lifestyle habits and examination results surveyed before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. <b>Methods:</b> Five hundred and ten and 396 participants attended the health checkup in 2019 and 2022, respectively. The median age of females was 65 in 2019 and 2022, and that of males was 68 in 2019 and 69 in 2022. We investigated dietary and exercise habits, alcohol consumption, sleeping situation, and examination results, including body mass index (BMI), smell function, and blood examination results before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in a rural area in Japan. <b>Results:</b> An ordinal logistic regression analysis revealed that the intake frequency of vegetables and marine products was significantly less in 2022 than in 2019 after adjusting age and sex; green leafy vegetables (<i>p</i> = .016), fish (<i>p</i> = .002), and other marine products, including squid, shrimp, crabs, and octopus (<i>p</i> = .008). Alcohol consumption amount increased significantly in 2022 than in 2019 in men who drank beer (<i>p</i> = .007) and chuhai (<i>p</i> = .040). Albumin, hematocrit, cholesterols, and uric acid decreased, but serum calcium increased significantly in 2022 than in 2019 after adjusting age and sex. BMI and hemoglobin A1c were not significantly different between 2019 and 2022. A decrease in subjective smell feeling and smell test results was associated with decreased intake frequency of vegetables. <b>Conclusion:</b> Both dietary habits and blood examination results changed significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic in a rural area in Japan.</p>","PeriodicalId":19352,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition and health","volume":" ","pages":"915-924"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141082086","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Prevalence of vitamin C deficiency and its association with stroke risk among U.S. adult population: A cross-sectional analysis spanning 15 years with over 13,000 participants.","authors":"Tran Quang Duc, Nguyen Thi Nu, Nguyen Di Khanh, Dao Huy Cu, Vu Thi Quynh Chi, Tran Thi Khuyen, Nguyen Thi Hoa Huyen","doi":"10.1177/02601060241281882","DOIUrl":"10.1177/02601060241281882","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> Stroke presents a significant global health challenge. Despite its potential for cardiovascular protection, the role of vitamin C (VTMC) in stroke risk remains contentious. <b>Aim:</b> This study aimed to assess VTMC deficiency in stroke patients and its association with stroke risk. <b>Methods:</b> We analyzed data from 13,339 adults aged 20 and above in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) between 2003 and 2018, excluding those with missing serum VTMC and stroke status. We assessed the VTMC deficiency (<11.4 µmol/L) and stroke incidence association using multivariate weighted logistic regression, adjusting for demographics, BMI, medical history, smoking, and dietary VTMC intake. <b>Results:</b> Stroke rates in the NHANES cycles 2003-2006 and 2017-2018 were 2.8% (95% CI [2.3-3.4]) and 3.3% (95% CI [2.7-4.2]), respectively. VTMC deficiency was more common in individuals with a history of stroke, with rates of 3.6% (95% CI [2.2-5.8]) and 5.3% (95% CI [3-9.1]) compared to 2.7% (95% CI [2.3-3.3]) and 3.2% (95% CI [2.5-4.1]) in the nonstroke population. Nevertheless, VTMC deficiency was distinctly prevalent across diverse demographic and health-related subgroups. Multivariate analyses invalidated any statistically significant association between VTMC deficiency and stroke risk across all employed analytical models within both time intervals. <b>Conclusions:</b> Our study does not support a link between VTMC deficiency and increased stroke risk in U.S. adults. Substantial uncertainties persist regarding the use of VTMC for stroke-related oxidative stress, dosage, and delivery methods, requiring further clinical trials. Healthcare providers should carefully consider its prevalence in specific subgroups.</p>","PeriodicalId":19352,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition and health","volume":" ","pages":"1169-1177"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142292321","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The relationship between the food intake frequency, weight status and intelligence in school children.","authors":"Wen-Yu Hsu, Suh-Woan Hu, Chin-En Yen","doi":"10.1177/02601060241277579","DOIUrl":"10.1177/02601060241277579","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study aimed to explore the relationship between food intake frequency, weight status, and intelligence among school children. A cross-sectional study involved 562 children (aged 6.3-12.7 years) randomly selected from five elementary schools in Taichung City, Taiwan. Demographic information was collected, and the children's body weight and height were measured to calculate their body mass index. A food frequency questionnaire assessed the participating children's dietary habits. Intelligence quotient scores were evaluated using Raven's colored progress matrices for first and second graders, and Raven's standard progressive matrices for third to sixth graders. This study found that there was no significant relationship in intelligence quotient scores between gender, birth order groups, and weight status. The higher consumption of pork liver, hamburgers, fruit juices, and the Taiwanese snack \"Science Noodles\" was associated with lower intelligence quotient scores among school children.</p>","PeriodicalId":19352,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition and health","volume":" ","pages":"1103-1110"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142133282","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Rural-urban differentials in undernutrition among women in India: Evidence from a decomposition approach.","authors":"Asif Ali, Susanta Sen, Amit Banerjee, Namita Chakma","doi":"10.1177/02601060241292401","DOIUrl":"10.1177/02601060241292401","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> Global healthcare and nutrition policies have not eliminated the pressing public health issue of undernutrition, which remains a paramount public health concern in countries like India, coinciding with overweight and obesity, in the form of dual burden of malnutrition. <b>Aim:</b> This study delves into the rural-urban differential in undernutrition among reproductive-aged women in India for targeted policy interventions and to achieve universal health coverage. <b>Methods:</b> Data from the recent iteration of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5; 2019-21) were utilized to examine the factors influencing rural-urban differentials in women's undernutrition. A set of logistic regression and Fairlie's decomposition analysis are employed to identify the associated covariates and understand the factors driving these differentials. <b>Results:</b> The analysis reveals that rural women are significantly more vulnerable to undernutrition compared to urban counterparts, with factors such as education, wealth status, age, and dietary diversity playing key roles. The decomposition analysis of the rural-urban gap revealed that the variables considered in the study accounted for approximately 75% of the disparity. The difference in household wealth between rural and urban areas contributed about 63% of the explained gap, followed by educational status (16%), age group (11%), dietary diversity (8%), religion (5%), and media exposure (4%). <b>Conclusion:</b> The findings underscore the importance of targeted interventions addressing socio-economic inequalities to mitigate undernutrition among women in India. Enhancing access to education, improving economic opportunities, promoting dietary diversity, and challenging cultural norms are crucial steps towards achieving equitable nutritional outcomes and reducing the existing rural-urban disparity.</p>","PeriodicalId":19352,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition and health","volume":" ","pages":"1251-1261"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142522552","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Relationship between maternal anemia during pregnancy and the risk of preeclampsia: A multicenter case-control study.","authors":"Mekuriaw Nibret Aweke, Hunegnaw Almaw, Gebrie Getu Alemu, Berhanu Mengistu, Welelaw Mengistu, Yeshalem Mulugeta","doi":"10.1177/02601060241287002","DOIUrl":"10.1177/02601060241287002","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Introduction:</b> Anemia, defined as a low hemoglobin level, is a common condition in pregnancy that can have adverse effects on maternal and fetal outcomes. Anemia can result from various causes, such as iron deficiency, vitamin B12 deficiency, folate deficiency, hemolysis, or bleeding. The association between anemia and preeclampsia is not fully understood, but some studies have suggested that anemia may increase the risk of developing preeclampsia, especially in women with iron deficiency or chronic inflammation. <b>Objective:</b> To assess the association of anemia during pregnancy and the risk of developing preeclampsia. <b>Study Design and Setting:</b> A multicenter unmatched case-control study was conducted. The study was conducted from 2 December 2020 to 1 January 2021 in West and North Gojjam zone governmental hospitals, North West Ethiopia. A total of 337 pregnant women (113 cases and 224 controls) who consented verbally and attended antenatal or delivery services were enrolled in the study. <b>Population:</b> The participants of this study were mothers attending attended antenatal care and delivery services. <b>Data Management:</b> The analysis involved manual checking, data entry using EpiData Manager, and subsequent analysis using SPSS version 23, with logistic regression and p-values <0.05 determining statistical significance. <b>Results:</b> Being nonanemic, high consumption of fat related, mid-upper arm circumference ≥25.6 cm, frequent consumption of milk products, and fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin A were found to be factors associated with the risk for developing preeclampsia. <b>Conclusion and recommendations:</b> Being nonanemic, diets that are characterized by a high intake of vitamin A-rich fruits and vegetables and milk products were significantly associated with a low risk of preeclampsia. On the other hand, high intake of fatty foods and obesity were associated with the development of preeclampsia. Therefore, preventing anemia encouraging and promoting healthy eating habits during pregnancy by including vitamin A-rich fruits and vegetables and milk products can effectively prevent the development of preeclampsia.</p>","PeriodicalId":19352,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition and health","volume":" ","pages":"1205-1215"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142381343","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effectiveness of improving nutrition on depressive symptoms and work ability: Study protocol for the mind nutrition randomized controlled trial.","authors":"Aino Kipfer, Minna Kahala, Henna Kyhä, Cimmo Nurmi, Juha Puustinen, Jyrki Korkeila, Anu Ruusunen, Susanna Kunvik","doi":"10.1177/02601060251332358","DOIUrl":"10.1177/02601060251332358","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> Depression is a growing public health concern that negatively impacts work ability and performance. Psychiatric nurses have an elevated risk for depressive symptoms, and it is essential to ensure their good mental health and work ability. The association between nutrition and depression is recognized, but there is a need for randomized, controlled intervention studies investigating the effectiveness of diet on depressive symptoms and related work impairment. <b>Aim:</b> Mind Nutrition is a randomized, controlled intervention study examining whether improving nutrition can reduce depressive symptoms and depressive symptoms-related sick leaves and enhance work ability and quality of life among mental health and substance abuse professionals. <b>Methods:</b> We will recruit 125 nurses and social welfare professionals from the mental health and substance abuse field of the Satakunta Wellbeing Services County. Half of the participants will be randomized to the intervention and half to the control group. Subjects in the intervention group will participate in two individual and three group counselling sessions during a 6-month intervention. Nutrition counselling follows the Finnish Nutrition Recommendations. The control group will maintain their habitual diet. The Center for Epidemiological Studies - Depression, depressive symptoms-related sick leave days, two work ability indicators, a Food Frequency Questionnaire, three-day food records, Three-Factor Eating Questionnaire - 18 and WHO-8 Eurohis Quality of Life will be assessed at baseline and 6 months. <b>Summary:</b> This study will provide evidence of the effectiveness of nutrition counselling on depressive symptoms and related sick leave days, work ability and quality of life.</p>","PeriodicalId":19352,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition and health","volume":" ","pages":"817-826"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12423455/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144034481","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Corrigendum to \"Nutritional Evaluation of Extra Virgin Olive Oil Extracted from Olive Cultivars Grown in Pothwar Region of Pakistan\".","authors":"","doi":"10.1177/02601060251370164","DOIUrl":"10.1177/02601060251370164","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":19352,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition and health","volume":" ","pages":"2601060251370164"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-08-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144963064","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Self-weighing and disordered eating among women: Exploring the moderating role of psychological resilience and self-compassion.","authors":"Tuğba Türkcan, Duygu Karakuş, Yağmur Temiz, Ebru Çolak, Pınar Bıçaksız, Burcu Tekeş","doi":"10.1177/02601060251367222","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/02601060251367222","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> Self-weighing is a common practice among women, often associated with both adaptive and maladaptive eating behaviours, yet its psychological implications remain unclear. <b>Aim:</b> This study aims to examine the potential moderating roles of psychological resilience and self-compassion in the relationship between self-weighing frequency and disordered eating behaviours among women. <b>Method:</b> The study sample consisted of 372 women with a mean age of 29.27 (<i>SD</i> = 7.24). The data were collected in Türkiye using convenience sampling methods. Cross-sectional data were collected using a self-report questionnaire, which included the Self-Compassion Scale, the Three-Factor Eating Questionnaire, and the Connor-Davidson Psychological Resilience Scale, along with a single item to measure self-weighing frequency. <b>Results:</b> Four distinct moderating effects between self-weighing frequency and cognitive restriction were found to be significant. The association of self-weighing frequency with cognitive restriction was significantly positive for those reporting low levels of tenacity and personal competence, psychological resilience, and self-compassion. At the same time, it was nonsignificant for those with high levels of tenacity and personal competence, psychological resilience, and self-compassion. The relationship between self-weighing frequency and cognitive restriction was significantly positive at both low and high levels of self-compassion, but this association was stronger for those with low self-compassion than for those with high self-compassion. <b>Conclusion:</b> These findings highlight the significance of considering psychological factors such as psychological resilience and self-compassion in understanding the relationship between self-weighing frequency and disordered eating behaviours. They suggest that these variables can modify the strength and direction of this relationship, emphasising the importance of addressing psychological resilience and self-compassion in interventions targeting disordered eating behaviours related to self-weighing frequency.</p>","PeriodicalId":19352,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition and health","volume":" ","pages":"2601060251367222"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-08-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144963074","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Iodine status in relation to iodized salt consumption by the adult population of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan.","authors":"Ali Hussain, Mudassir Ali Qazalbash, Muhammad Hussain, Hina Mary, Muhammad Usman Shoukat, Malik Mujaddad-Ur-Rehman","doi":"10.1177/02601060251368957","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/02601060251368957","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> Iodine is an essential micronutrient required by the human body. While about 80% of households in Pakistan reportedly use iodized salt, localized data, specifically from regions like Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) remain limited. The area's geography and mineral-depleted soils may contribute to persistent iodine deficiency in the population. <b>Aim:</b> To evaluate the iodine status of young residents of GB. <b>Methods:</b> A total of 500 households were screened for iodized salt use. From these, 200 healthy adult participants (100 rural, 100 urban) were selected. Socio-demographic, anthropometric, and dietary data were collected. Spot urine samples were analyzed to determine urinary iodine concentration (UIC). <b>Results:</b> Iodized salt use was universal in urban households and 91.6% in rural households. Significant differences were observed between rural and urban groups in family structure, household size, education level, and body mass index (p < 0.05), while other variables were not significant. Mean UIC did not differ significantly between groups (p > 0.05). Adequate iodine status was found in 50% of rural and 58% of urban participants. Among iodized salt users, 60.3% had adequate iodine levels. In contrast, 71.4% of non-iodized salt users showed moderate, and 19% severe, iodine deficiency. <b>Conclusion:</b> Despite high iodized salt coverage, nearly half of the participants exhibited iodine deficiency. Continued public health efforts are needed to strengthen iodized salt access and address residual deficiency, especially in rural areas.</p>","PeriodicalId":19352,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition and health","volume":" ","pages":"2601060251368957"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-08-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144963109","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evaluation of the Appetite and Food Satisfaction Questionnaire (AFSQ); a simple dietary tool to screen for peritoneal dialysis patients with reduced diary intake.","authors":"Andrew Davenport","doi":"10.1177/02601060251368433","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/02601060251368433","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> Peritoneal dialysis (PD) patients are at risk of malnutrition due to dietary restrictions and gastro-intestinal effects of dialysis. <b>Aims/Objectives:</b> Evaluation of the Appetite and Food Satisfaction Questionnaire (AFSQ) which has been proposed as a simple, rapid screening tool to detect PD patients with reduced appetite and food intake. <b>Methods:</b> The AFSQ, a simple six-question tool combining pictorial images with a Likert scale of 0 to 3 was used to assess dietary protein intake in PD patients, who had contemporaneous body composition measured with bioimpedance, and assessments of dietary protein intake and dialysis adequacy. <b>Results:</b> AFSQs from 177 PD patients were reviewed, mean age 61.8 ± 15.2 years, 58.2% male, 46.9% diabetic, 36.2% white, median treatment 17 (14-30) months. The median AFSQ score was 5 (3-8), ranging from 0 to 17. Those with highest scores (≥7), had lower normalised dietary protein intake (nPNA) vs those with the lowest scores (0-3) (0.75 ± 0.17 vs 0.88 ± 0.26 g/kg/day), and lower 24-hour sodium removal (103 (48-111) vs 127 (81-168) mmol), <i>P</i> < 0.05. On multi-variable testing higher AFSQ cores were associated with lower nPNA and soft lean mass index (standardised <i>β</i> -0.19 and -0.18, <i>P</i> = 0.031 and 0.036, respectively). <b>Conclusion:</b> Multi-ethnic PD patients were readily able to complete the simple 6 question AFSQ. Patients with the highest food dissatisfaction scores had lower estimates of dietary protein intake, sodium removal and lean tissue mass. Thus, the AFSQ may have a role as a simple rapid screening tool to highlight PD patients who would benefit from formal dietitian review, particularly in resource limited settings.</p>","PeriodicalId":19352,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition and health","volume":" ","pages":"2601060251368433"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-08-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144963076","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}