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{"title":"From convenience to crisis: the shifting narrative of ultra-processed foods","authors":"Nicol La Cumbre-Gibbs , Judith T. Zelikoff","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103140","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103140","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 3","pages":"Article 103140"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-03-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143620340","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Indigenous knowledges. What they are and why they matter.","authors":"Natasha Tassell-Matamua","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103144","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103144","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div><em>Indigenous Insights</em> aims to shed light on Indigenous knowledges by addressing some key issues that surround them and explain why and how they are not simply applicable to Indigenous peoples, but have relevance and importance to integrative health and healing for all peoples.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 3","pages":"Article 103144"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-03-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143620348","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Integrative nursing notes","authors":"Mary Jo Kreitzer ,&nbsp;Mary Koithan","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103143","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103143","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 3","pages":"Article 103143"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-03-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143601424","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Exploring alternative approaches: A case report on palmoplantar keratoderma treated with unani medicine","authors":"Dr Juwairiya Ilyas,&nbsp;Dr Mohd Arshad Jamal","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103138","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103138","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Palmoplantar Keratoderma (PPK) is a heterogeneous group of hereditary and acquired cornification disorders defined by hyperkeratosis of the palms and soles, often resulting in significant discomfort and reduced quality of life. The clinical features include well defined yellowish hyperkeratotic plaques on palm and soles. Treatment typically relies on topical keratolytic agents, including salicylic acid, lactic acid, urea and in more severe cases, systemic therapy with oral retinoids may be required. While there are numerous case reports and published articles on the management of palmoplantar keratoderma within the framework of allopathic medicine, there is a noticeable scarcity of literature addressing the treatment of PPK through Unani medicine. Exploring Unani medicine for chronic skin conditions offers a promising alternative to conventional allopathic treatments, especially when the latter proves ineffective or causes undesirable side effects.</div></div><div><h3>Clinical features and outcome</h3><div>A 10-year-old male child presented with a two-year history of progressive thickening and hyperkeratosis of the palms and soles. The mother of the patient first noticed cracks on his left sole, which gradually progressed into thickened, rough lesions. After 6 months the same kind of lesion was observed on right sole gradually the lesions appear on right palm and then left palm. A diagnosis of palmoplantar keratoderma was made based on clinical findings and patient took the allopathic treatment on and off for several months but there was only minimal improvement and reappearance of lesions after few days, so the patient's family sought Unani medicine as an alternative therapy. After 6 weeks of Unani treatment, the patient showed remarkable improvement, including reduced skin thickening, relief from discomfort, and restored skin flexibility.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This case report highlights the successful resolution of PPK in a 10-year-old male child patient following treatment with Unani medicine. Moreover, it suggests the potential applicability of Unani medicine approach for managing chronic skin diseases. More controlled studies are required to determine its efficacy in other PPK cases. For chronic or complex skin diseases, using Unani medicine instead of traditional treatment may provide a more comprehensive approach and better outcomes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 3","pages":"Article 103138"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-03-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143593062","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The continuity of consciousness","authors":"Stephan A. Schwartz","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103106","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103106","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 2","pages":"Article 103106"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143591688","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Masthead page","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/S1550-8307(25)00040-0","DOIUrl":"10.1016/S1550-8307(25)00040-0","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 2","pages":"Article 103149"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143621297","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The effects of baduanjin qigong exercise via telerehabilitation in ankylosing spondylitis: A randomized controlled study","authors":"Gokce Yagmur Gunes Gencer ,&nbsp;Sebahat Yaprak Cetin ,&nbsp;Duygu Sanem Kara ,&nbsp;Saniye Yardim ,&nbsp;Ayse Ayan","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103078","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103078","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background and purpose</h3><div>Baduanjin qigong exercises have previously been reported to improve Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) symptoms. The aim of this study was to examine the effectiveness of 12-week Baduanjin qigong exercises in patients with AS.</div></div><div><h3>Method</h3><div>Fifty-nine patients with AS aged 18–64 were included in the study. The participants were divided into two groups. The intervention group performed Baduanjin qigong online exercise program, control group received home exercises for 45 min twice a week for 12 weeks. Before and after the 12-week exercise program, patients were evaluated using the Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Disease Activity Index (BASDAI)-Functional Index (BASFI)-Metrology Index (BASMI), chest expansion measurement, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS), Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), and Ankylosing Spondylitis Quality of Life Questionnaire (ASQoL).</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>When the groups were compared after the intervention, there was a significant difference in favor of the intervention group in the BASMI (p: 0.00–0.04), FSS (p:0.01), and chest expansion (p:0.04). Also, the delta values of the groups were compared; the intervention group was found to be superior in terms of PSQI (p:0.01), BASFI (p:0.00), and BASMI (p:0.04).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Baduanjin qigong should be added to rehabilitation programs as a complementary method to improve fatigue levels, chest expansion, flexibility, functionality, and quality of life in patients with AS.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 2","pages":"Article 103078"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142696027","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Corrigendum to “The effect of Helfer skin tap technique on hepatitis B vaccine intramuscular injection pain in neonates: A randomized controlled trial” [EXPLORE, 19 (2023) 238-242]","authors":"Şefika Dilek Güven ,&nbsp;Nazan Çakırer Çalbayram","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103135","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103135","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 2","pages":"Article 103135"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-02-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143436472","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Infra-low frequency neurofeedback impact on post-concussive symptoms of headache, insomnia and attention disorder: Results of a randomized control trial","authors":"Judy Carlson ,&nbsp;G․Webster Ross ,&nbsp;Caitlin Tyrrell ,&nbsp;Belkys Fiame ,&nbsp;Courtnee Nunokawa ,&nbsp;Chathura Siriwardhana ,&nbsp;Kim Schaper","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103137","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103137","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The purpose of this study was to ascertain the impact infra-low-frequency neurofeedback (ILF NFB), a new paradigm in the field, has on post-concussive symptoms of headache, sleep and attention disorders experienced by combat Veterans.</div></div><div><h3>Background</h3><div>ILF NFB, a non-invasive integrative health intervention, has demonstrated clinical efficacy in treating several physical and psychological conditions, including headaches, dysregulated sleep, and attentional dysfunctions. Given that 20–40 % of combat Veterans who experienced concussions during recent military operations suffer chronically from these disorders, this study aims to determine whether ILF NFB might be an effective treatment option.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Eighty-seven participants were enrolled in this randomized controlled trial, with 36 completing the intervention (Twenty 1/2-hour sessions of ILF NFB and 4 assessment sessions) and 38 completing the control procedures (8 weekly 15-minute health related discussions and 4 assessment sessions). Both groups continued treatment as usual throughout participation in study. Data were analyzed on intent to treat principle.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Eighty-six percent of the participants were male and 14 % female, mean age was 45 for both groups. When comparing baseline to end of treatment measures, findings were clinically and statistically significant for headache (&lt;0.0001), sleep (&lt;0.0001) and attention (0.0022). Additional variables of interest were also significantly improved following ILF NFB, including quality of life (<em>p</em> &lt; .0001), depressive symptoms (<em>p</em> &lt; .0001), and symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (<em>p</em> = .0001).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>ILF NFB holds promise to be a safe and effective intervention for those who suffer with post-concussive symptoms of chronic headache, sleep, and attention disorders.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 2","pages":"Article 103137"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143436473","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Impact of olive leaf extract on pain management and functional improvement in elderly patients with knee osteoarthritis: A randomized controlled trial","authors":"Marjan Roshani ,&nbsp;Bahram Delfan ,&nbsp;Sajad Yarahmadi ,&nbsp;Mandana Saki ,&nbsp;Mehdi Birjandi","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103136","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103136","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Osteoarthritis is a progressive joint disease that affects one or more joints, leading to restricted movement, pain, and eventual disability. Despite the availability of various treatments and supportive care, managing osteoarthritis symptoms remains challenging. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of Hydroalcoholic olive leaf extract on pain reduction and daily functioning in elderly patients with knee osteoarthritis.</div></div><div><h3>Method</h3><div>A randomized, controlled, factorial clinical trial was conducted in 2022–2023 with 100 elderly participants suffering from knee osteoarthritis. Participants were selected through consecutive sampling and randomly assigned to four groups using block-stratified randomization. In addition to routine treatment, participants in group I received topical olive leaf extract ointment, Group II received oral olive leaf extract capsules, and Group III received a combination of both treatments. The intervention was administered three times daily for eight weeks. The control group did not receive any olive leaf extract-based interventions. Pain intensity was assessed using a visual analog scale, and daily functioning and joint stiffness were measured using the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index questionnaire. Data were analyzed using SPSS software.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The intervention groups showed significantly more significant reductions in mean pain scores than the control group (<em>p</em> &lt; 0.05). The combination of oral capsules and topical ointment among the intervention groups demonstrated the most pronounced pain reduction. The mean score for daily functioning improved significantly over time in all groups (<em>p</em> = 0.007). A decrease of 1.19 units per time increment was observed in the group using the ointment, while the oral capsule group showed a decrease of 0.89 units, both statistically significant (<em>p</em> = 0.006).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Hydroalcoholic olive leaf extract effectively reduces pain and improves physical functioning in elderly patients with knee osteoarthritis, offering a promising complementary treatment option for managing osteoarthritis symptoms.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 2","pages":"Article 103136"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-02-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143420144","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}