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{"title":"RANGATAHI MĀORI AND THE WHĀNAU CHOCOLATE BOX: Rangatahi wellbeing in whānau contexts","authors":"Te Maringi Mai o Hawaiiki ((Te Arawa)) ,&nbsp;Jade Le Grice ((Te Rarawa, Ngāpuhi)) ,&nbsp;Logan Hamley ((Ngāti Rangi)) ,&nbsp;Cinnamon Lindsay Latimer ((Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Porou)) ,&nbsp;Shiloh Groot ((Ngāti Uenukukōpako, Ngāti Pikiao)) ,&nbsp;Ashlea Gillon ((Ngāti Awa, Ngāpuhi, Ngāiterangi)) ,&nbsp;Lara Greaves ((Ngāpuhi)) ,&nbsp;Terryann C. Clark ((Ngāti Whātua, Ngāti Wai, Ngāpuhi))","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.005","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.005","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Whānau (Māori understandings of family) are comprised of unique and vital relationships that support and scaffold rangatahi (youth) wellbeing, yet are often reduced to nuclear family structures within individualised notions of wellbeing. While rangatahi contend with racialised discourses in a colonial socio-cultural context, their whānau can be an important site for mitigating these challenges, supporting rangatahi agency and wellbeing. This article explores how whānau practices inform rangatahi wellbeing, drawing upon photo-projects and interviews with 51 rangatahi and their whānau. Interviews were thematically analysed, informing four themes that drew on Māori (the Indigenous people of Aotearoa) concepts and whakataukī: te haerenga whakamua, kotahitanga, he toa takitini and tātai hono. These themes speak to the significance of vitalising relationships between rangatahi, their whānau and beyond. We outline a strengths-based activity with rangatahi and their whānau, identifying and drawing from the delightful array of whānau relationships, qualities and characteristics that may be likened to a <em>‘whānau chocolate box’</em> for rangatahi to derive influence, systems of support and inspiration for future identities and inspiration.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-05-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1550830724000879/pdfft?md5=6f55d31ad8e7a6cb31e1299d5ebeddcf&pid=1-s2.0-S1550830724000879-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141140680","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":"Matters of Note","authors":"Angie Lillehei","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.006","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.006","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-05-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141044885","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":"Consciousness, authoritarianism, and political violence","authors":"Stephan A. Schwartz","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.007","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.007","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-05-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1550830724000892/pdfft?md5=4223991a39b4e583fafae988c50f3423&pid=1-s2.0-S1550830724000892-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141030013","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":"The effects of electronic cigarette inhalation on immune responses: Perspectives from animal model studies","authors":"Kelly Naranjo ,&nbsp;Christina Awada ,&nbsp;Judith T. Zelikoff","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.008","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.008","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-05-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141027537","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":"Summary of a Cochrane review: Replacing salt with low-sodium salt substitutes (LSSS) for cardiovascular health in adults, children and pregnant women","authors":"Martial Sonkoue Pianta","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.009","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.009","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-05-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141029328","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":"Efficacy and safety of Plantago major seeds in patients with diabetic nephropathy: A randomized open-labeled controlled clinical trial","authors":"Romella Haider ,&nbsp;Majid Asghari ,&nbsp;Fatemeh Aliasl ,&nbsp;Mohammad Aghaali ,&nbsp;Razieh Borujerdi ,&nbsp;Hossein Saghafi ,&nbsp;Hossein Moradi","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><p>Diabetic Nephropathy (DN) is characterized by albuminuria and a declining glomerular filtration rate (GFR) in diabetic patients. Plantago major (plantain) seed powder is traditionally used in these patients. Despite emerging and promising pre-clinical evidence, no clinical study investigated the potential efficacy of this intervention in patients with DN, which is the aim of this study.</p></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><p>In a randomized clinical trial 60 DN patients were recruited from November 2022 to March 2023 and randomly assigned to the plantain group that received standard treatment (Losartan 25 mg twice a day) and plantain seeds' powder (10 gm sachet twice a day) plus sweet almond and the control group was received only standard treatment for 60 days. Proteinuria, as per 24-hour urinary protein, as well as fasting blood sugar (FBS), blood urea nitrogen (BUN), serum creatinine, serum potassium, and quality of life score were measured at baseline and after 60 days as study outcome measures.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>Proteinuria was significantly decreased from 165.04 mg to 135.84 mg (<em>p</em> = 0.026) in the plantain group. The mean level of proteinuria was significantly lower in the plantain group (135.84 vs. 192.04, <em>p</em> = 0.039) compared to the control group after treatment. The plantain group showed more increase in quality of life score after treatment (33.89±9.67 vs 38.28±10.72, <em>p</em> = 0.041). Other outcomes showed no significant difference between the two study groups.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Adjuvant supplementation with plantain seeds powder may decrease proteinuria in patients with diabetic nephropathy. Further studies with larger sample sizes and longer duration are needed to confirm these results.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-05-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141031912","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":"Clinical remission of moderate generalized myasthenia gravis through exclusive use of Buzhong Yiqi decoction: A case report","authors":"Hui Qiu ,&nbsp;Xinru Chen ,&nbsp;Liping Zhang ,&nbsp;Qing Zhang ,&nbsp;Changlin Qiu ,&nbsp;Jingya Li","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.004","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><p>Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a rare autoimmune neuromuscular disorder with significant morbidity and mortality. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) offers an alternative approach to standard pharmacological and surgical interventions, which are often associated with adverse side effects. This case report details the clinical remission of a 50-year-old male with moderate generalized MG following exclusive treatment with a modified Buzhong Yiqi decoction (BYD), a TCM formula, without the use of immunosuppressive agents.</p></div><div><h3>Case summary</h3><p>The patient presented with diplopia, bilateral ptosis, weakness in chewing, limb weakness, and other symptoms indicative of spleen and stomach qi deficiency. Modified BYD was prescribed, focusing on strengthening the spleen, nourishing qi and blood, and enhancing immune response. The treatment included ingredients such as Radix Astragali, Angelica sinensis, Atractylodes macrocephala, and others, aiming to restore balance and improve the patient's condition. After two weeks of TCM treatment, the patient showed significant improvement in symptoms of myasthenia. By the second month, all clinical symptoms had disappeared. The patient continued to receive the TCM regimen until the thirtieth month of treatment. At the time of writing this report, the patient has no clinical symptoms and has experienced no relapse. Notably, no obvious adverse effects were reported throughout the treatment.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>The success of this case suggests that TCM may serve as an independent treatment option for moderate MG, offering a steroid-free alternative, which would be particularly valuable for patients who are intolerant of or refuse steroid therapy, potentially with significant clinical implications. However it needs a randomized clinical trial comparing TCM to conventional Western medicine treatment to validate it.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-05-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140923806","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":"Successful treatment of restless legs syndrome accompanied by headaches for 30 years with herbal prescriptions containing Paeoniae Radix: A case report","authors":"Han-Gyul Lee ,&nbsp;Seungwon Kwon ,&nbsp;Hirozo Goto ,&nbsp;Makoto Fujimoto ,&nbsp;Mosaburo Kainuma ,&nbsp;Ki-Ho Cho","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.05.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><p>Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder that causes unpleasant symptoms in the legs when resting, which are relieved by movement. Pharmacotherapy is the standard treatment. However, current treatment provides only symptomatic relief and may result in adverse effects with long-term use. Treatment protocols using herbal medicines have emerged to compensate for this limitation.</p></div><div><h3>Case presentation</h3><p>A 70-year-old Asian woman visited our hospital with worsening headaches that had persisted for 30 years. Her headaches were aggravated by night-time lower-extremity discomfort. The patient was diagnosed with RLS based on the 2012 Revised International Restless Leg Syndrome Study Group Diagnostic Criteria (IRIS). The patient was prescribed herbal medicines, Shihogyeji-tang, Gyejibokryeong-hwan, and Jakyakgamcho-tang, all of which contain Paeoniae Radix. Fourteen days after starting herbal medicine treatment, the IRIS score decreased from 30 to 18. The patient experienced less leg discomfort. Moreover, her sleep time increased, and her headaches resolved. After 28 days of herbal treatment, the IRIS score decreased to 9. Importantly, the patient reported no sleep disturbance or headaches. Subsequently, conventional medications were discontinued. The patient remained stable (IRIS score: 9–10). Herbal treatment was discontinued on day 163. At the last follow-up, (day 364), the patient has not reported any symptom recurrence.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><p>We described a female patient with a 30-year history of RLS symptoms and related sleep disturbances that induced chronic uncontrolled headaches, who experienced improvements shortly after using herbal medicines containing Paeoniae Radix. Conventional medications were discontinued and the patient had no recurrence of symptoms. Considering these, herbal medicines containing Paeoniae Radix may be a suitable alternative treatment for RLS and its related symptoms.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-05-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141040268","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":"Masthead page","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/S1550-8307(24)00068-5","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/S1550-8307(24)00068-5","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-04-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140643988","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 effect of acupressure and massage on labor pain and birth satisfaction: a randomized controlled trial","authors":"Betül Mammadov ,&nbsp;Çağla Taş","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.04.006","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.04.006","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><p>This randomized controlled trial was conducted to determine the effect of acupressure and massage used for the management of labor pain in the latent, active, and transition phases of the first stage of labor on labor pain and birth satisfaction.</p></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><p>The study was conducted with 66 pregnant women who met the sampling criteria and participated voluntarily at a public hospital in Nicosia. The participants were randomly assigned to one of three groups: a massage group, an acupressure group, or a control group. Participants in the massage group received 10 min of sacral massage during contraction and 10 min of endorphin massage during rest, for a total of 30 min of massage per phase. Participants in the acupressure group received 3 min of acupressure to the LI 4 point at the same dilation intervals, when the contraction was most intense. The control group received no intervention. Pain perceived by the pregnant woman was evaluated with the Visual Comparison Scale (VAS) at the beginning and end of each phase. Postpartum, the Birth Satisfaction Scale was applied.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>Massage application was found to be more effective in reducing labor pain than acupressure or the control group. Massage and acupressure did not negatively affect APGAR scores. The lowest oxytocin use was found in the massage group. The group with the highest birth satisfaction scores was also the massage group.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Massage application is more effective than acupressure application in reducing labor pain and increasing birth satisfaction.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-04-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140792458","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}