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Nutrition & Dietetics
Joshua P. Sutherland, Ang Zhou, Matthew J. Leach, Elina Hypponen
Summary: The study highlighted the alarming prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in the UK, especially among certain ethnic and socioeconomically vulnerable groups.
CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2021)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Camilla Christensen, Jeppe Matthiessen, Sisse Fagt, Anja Biltoft-Jensen
Summary: This study investigates the use of dietary supplements in Danish children, the contribution of supplements to micronutrient intake, the prevalence of excess intake of micronutrients, and parental characteristics of supplement use. The results show that dietary supplement use is common among Danish children, with multivitamin-mineral supplements being the most frequently used type. The use of supplements resulted in a considerable proportion of children exceeding the upper intake levels for vitamin A, zinc, iodine, and iron.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2023)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Lisa Ponti, Luca Gabutti, Pietro B. Fare, Simone Janett, Mario G. Bianchetti, Peter J. Schulz, Sebastiano A. G. Lava, Carlo Agostoni, Gregorio P. Milani
Summary: This report investigates the daily vitamin D supply provided by multivitamins containing vitamin D sold on Amazon marketplaces in Western and Southern Europe. The study found that most multivitamins had insufficient vitamin D-3 supply, and only a few products met the recommended dosage for high-risk individuals.
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Food Science & Technology
Katja Zmitek, Sanja Krusic, Igor Pravst
Summary: The study investigated the vitamin contents of selected food supplements to see if they aligned with labeling, finding some samples outside the 80-150% tolerance interval, particularly 5-MTHF. This highlights the need for better quality control, including during manufacturing and product shelf lifetimes, as well as external controls by authorities.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Anne Gaml-Sorensen, Nis Brix, Lea Lykke Harrits Lunddorf, Andreas Ernst, Birgit Bjerre Hoyer, Gunnar Toft, Tine Brink Henriksen, Cecilia Host Ramlau-Hansen
Summary: Maternal intake of vitamin D supplements may affect the timing of puberty in children, with a more significant impact observed in boys.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Xiaoyue Xu, Zumin Shi, Gang Liu, Dennis Chang, Sally C. Inglis, John J. Hall, Aletta E. Schutte, Julie E. Byles, Deborah Parker
Summary: A long-term healthy diet combined with multivitamins and minerals or fish oil intake was associated with a lower incidence of cardiovascular disease, while an unhealthy diet was linked to a higher risk of obesity. Maintaining a healthy diet and using calcium supplements were associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Catia Carvalho Silva, Sandra Gavinha, Maria Conceicao Manso, Rita Rodrigues, Sandra Martins, Joao Tiago Guimaraes, Ana Cristina Santos, Paulo Melo
Summary: This study found a significant association between advanced caries in permanent teeth and low vitamin D levels, gastrointestinal disorders, higher daily intake of cariogenic food, and dental appointments at <= 7 years old in 7-year-old children. Optimal childhood levels of vitamin D may be considered an additional preventive measure for dental caries in the permanent dentition.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Malgorzata Starek, Pawel Gumulka, Monika Dabrowska
Summary: Nowadays, the quality of dietary supplements is of utmost importance due to reports of insufficient content or absence of ingredients. This study developed optimal conditions for analyzing the content of vitamins D-2, D-3, and K-2 in various dietary supplements. The results showed that the methodology developed was reliable and met analytical requirements. The amount of vitamin D-3 in the analyzed products matched the manufacturer's declaration, while the content of vitamin K-2 varied.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Spyridon N. Karras, Erdinc Dursun, Merve Alayliohlu, Duygu Gezen-Ak, Cedric Annweiler, Fatme Al Anouti, Hana M. A. Fakhoury, Alkiviadis Bais, Dimitrios Kiortsis
Summary: Recent findings suggest that dysregulation of VDBP may contribute to hypovitaminosis D, posing risks for adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes. However, maternal and neonatal VDBP polymorphisms do not seem to directly impact neonatal vitamin D status at birth, although mothers with specific genotypes may exhibit higher 25(OH)D concentrations during delivery. Further research is needed to establish a causal relationship between these polymorphisms and maternal vitamin D status during pregnancy.
Article
Immunology
Klaudia Konikowska, Katarzyna Kilis-Pstrusinska, Agnieszka Matera-Witkiewicz, Krzysztof Kujawa, Barbara Adamik, Adrian Doroszko, Krzysztof Kaliszewski, Michal Pomorski, Marcin Protasiewicz, Janusz Sokolowski, Katarzyna Madziarska, Ewa Anita Jankowska
Summary: This study investigated the association between vitamin D concentration and hospitalization and mortality risk in patients with COVID-19. The findings suggest a significant association between vitamin D levels and the final course of hospitalization and risk of death in COVID-19 patients.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Ola Hysaj, Patricia Marques-Gallego, Aline Richard, Magdeldin Elgizouli, Alexandra Nieters, Katharina C. Quack Lotscher, Sabine Rohrmann
Summary: This study assessed parathyroid hormone concentrations in pregnant women during early and late pregnancy, finding an inverse correlation between serum 25(OH)D and PTH levels. Statistically significant determinants of PTH concentrations included 25(OH)D levels, season, parity, and partner's education in early pregnancy, while late pregnancy was affected by 25(OH)D levels and country of origin. These factors seem to primarily impact PTH through 25(OH)D, but may also have other mechanisms of influence.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Sewunet Sako, Girma Gilano, Samuel Hailegebreal
Summary: Objective: This study aimed to identify the prevalence and determinants of childhood vaccination in Ethiopia. Results showed that the full childhood vaccination coverage in Ethiopia was low and was significantly associated with factors such as maternal education, marital status, vaccination cards, and place of residence. Public health interventions targeted at these factors can help improve childhood vaccination rates.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Tarinee Khanna, Rasha Shraim, Masa Zarkovic, Michiel van Weele, Jos van Geffen, Lina Zgaga
Summary: This study characterizes the differences in UVB radiation relevant for vitamin D production in Europe. It reveals significant variations in D-UVB dosage among different regions and seasons, which can provide insights into the determinants of vitamin D status and guide sunlight exposure recommendations and vitamin D supplementation guidelines.
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Pediatrics
Antonia Barcelo, Daniel Morell-Garcia, Caterina Ribot, Monica De la Pena, Jose Antonio Pena-Zarza, Alberto Alonso-Fernandez, Paloma Gimenez, Javier Pierola
Summary: This study found that vitamin D insufficiency and deficiency were common in children, and that there were significant associations between children's serum 25(OH)D levels and their parents' vitamin D status. Furthermore, an inverse association was observed between 25(OH)D levels and the severity of obstructive sleep apnea in children with deficient vitamin D levels. Children with insufficient and deficient vitamin D levels also tended to have a worse metabolic profile, highlighting the importance of strategies to improve their vitamin D status.
PEDIATRIC RESEARCH
(2022)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Shweta Khare, Ashish Pathak, Manju Raj Purohit, Megha Sharma, Gaetano Marrone, Ashok J. Tamhankar, Cecilia Stalsby Lundborg, Vishal Diwan
Summary: The study found that in rural India, many acute illness episodes in children under 5 did not seek medical treatment or received home treatment, resulting in a reduced overall antibiotic prescribing rate. Most caregivers first sought care from informal healthcare providers (IHCPs), indicating their significant role as healthcare providers in rural areas. Socioeconomic status was associated with healthcare-seeking behavior, with families in the lowest economic quintiles being more likely to not seek medical treatment.
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Endocrinology & Metabolism
Silmara Salete de Barros Silva Mastroeni, Marco Fabio Mastroeni, John Paul Ekwaru, Solmaz Setayeshgar, Paul J. Veugelers, Muryel de Carvalho Goncalves, Patricia Helen de Carvalho Pondo
ARCHIVES OF ENDOCRINOLOGY METABOLISM
(2019)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Olivia K. Loewen, John P. Ekwaru, Arto Ohinmmaa, Paul J. Veugelers
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Christina Gillies, Rosanne Blanchet, Rebecca Gokiert, Anna Farmer, Jessica Thorlakson, Laura Hamonic, Noreen D. Willows
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Rosanne Blanchet, Olivia K. Loewen, Stephanie L. Godrich, Noreen Willows, Paul Veugelers
PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION
(2020)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Rosanne Blanchet, Noreen Willows, Suzanne Johnson, Malek Batal
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Katerina Maximova, Elham Khodayari Moez, Julia Dabravolskaj, Alexa R. Ferdinands, Irina Dinu, Geraldine Lo Siou, Ala Al Rajabi, Paul J. Veugelers
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Shelby Marozoff, Paul J. Veugelers, Julia Dabravolskaj, Dean T. Eurich, Ming Ye, Katerina Maximova
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Rosanne Blanchet, Malek Batal, Louise Johnson-Down, Suzanne Johnson, Noreen Willows
Summary: The study found that engaging with the initiative to re-establish Okanagan Sockeye salmon population had a positive impact on the well-being and cultural connectedness of Syilx adults, highlighting the importance of Indigenous food sovereignty for First Nations in Canada.
Article
Pediatrics
Laena Maunula, Julia Dabravolskaj, Katerina Maximova, Shannon Sim, Noreen Willows, Amanda S. Newton, Paul J. Veugelers
Summary: Evidence suggests that the COVID-19 pandemic and associated measures have negatively impacted the psychological wellbeing of school-aged children, leading to sudden stress, boredom, and loneliness. The need for resilience building and positive coping strategies for children to thrive in future health crises or disasters is emphasized.
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Health Policy & Services
Sabrina Lopresti, Noreen D. Willows, Kate E. Storey, Tara-Leigh F. Mchugh
Summary: The Indigenous Youth Mentorship Program (IYMP) is a health promotion program designed for elementary school students in Indigenous school communities in Canada with the aim of improving children's health and wellbeing. The key characteristics for successful IYMP delivery include a sense of ownership, inclusion of Indigenous Elders/knowledge keepers, establishing trusting relationships, open communication, and providing adequate program supports.
HEALTH PROMOTION INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
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Education & Educational Research
Mahitab Hanbazaza, Maryam Kebbe, Arnaldo Perez, Geoff D. C. Ball, Anna P. Farmer, Katerina Maximova, Noreen D. Willows
Summary: International post-secondary students in Canadian universities face challenges in accessing nutritious foods that meet their dietary needs and preferences, which can have negative impacts on their health, well-being, and academic achievement. They also encounter difficulties in sourcing culturally appropriate foods, leading to compromised academic performance and extreme food deprivation. Efforts to introduce and enhance support systems on campus and in the community are crucial to minimize food insecurity among international post-secondary students in Canada.
CANADIAN JOURNAL OF HIGHER EDUCATION
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sabrina Lopresti, Noreen D. Willows, Kate E. Storey, Tara-Leigh Mchugh
RURAL AND REMOTE HEALTH
(2020)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sarah Lee, Geoff D. C. Ball, Anna Farmer, Noreen D. Willows
JOURNAL OF HUNGER & ENVIRONMENTAL NUTRITION
(2020)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Enid Bukambu, Jessica R. L. Lieffers, John Paul Ekwaru, Paul J. Veugelers, Arto Ohinmaa
CANADIAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH-REVUE CANADIENNE DE SANTE PUBLIQUE
(2020)