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Endocrinology & Metabolism
Jiahui Guo, Di Teng, Xiaoguang Shi, Yongze Li, Jianming Ba, Bing Chen, Jianling Du, Lanjie He, Xiaoyang Lai, Yanbo Li, Haiyi Chi, Eryuan Liao, Chao Liu, Libin Liu, Guijun Qin, Yingfen Qin, Huibiao Quan, Bingyin Shi, Hui Sun, Xulei Tang, Nanwei Tong, Guixia Wang, Jin-An Zhang, Youmin Wang, Yuanming Xue, Li Yan, Jing Yang, Lihui Yang, Yongli Yao, Zhen Ye, Qiao Zhang, Lihui Zhang, Jun Zhu, Mei Zhu, Zhongyan Shan, Weiping Teng
Summary: Exposure to the Great Chinese Famine during the fetal stage was associated with higher thyrotropin levels in adulthood, indicating a potential critical period for programming the pituitary-thyroid axis. However, there was no increased risk of thyroid disorders in individuals who experienced famine in early childhood compared to non-exposed individuals.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Xinyuan Zhang, Gang Wang, Michele R. Forman, Qingjiang Fu, Connie J. Rogers, Shouling Wu, Xiang Gao
Summary: Exposure to severe famine during in utero and early childhood was found to be associated with a higher risk of cancer morbidity and mortality in adulthood. It is important to be aware of the long-term effects of early life nutritional status.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2021)
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Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Yuying Wang, Wen Zhang, Fangzhen Xia, Heng Wan, Chi Chen, Yi Chen, Ningjian Wang, Yingli Lu
Summary: The economic status could moderate the association between early life famine exposure and MAFLD in the total population and in women. In the total population and in women, early life famine exposure was associated with MAFLD in both low economic status and high economic status. However, in men, early life famine exposure was not associated with MAFLD in low economic status, while in high economic status, early-childhood famine exposure was associated with MAFLD.
LIVER INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Zumin Shi, Xinyu Shi, Alice F. Yan
Summary: This study found that early exposure to the Chinese Great Famine increased the risk of fractures in adulthood, particularly among individuals living in urban areas and with a modern diet.
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Business, Finance
Xuehui Zhang, Kaijuan Gao, Kam C. Chan, Rongsheng Zhuo
Summary: The study found that firms led by chairmen who experienced famine in childhood tend to have higher IPO discounts, suggesting that investors do not see their conservative management as a positive signal.
FINANCE RESEARCH LETTERS
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Chao-lei Chen, Jia-bin Wang, Yu-qing Huang, Ying-qing Feng
Summary: Early life exposure to famine is associated with an increased risk of hospitalization for heart failure in adulthood, particularly in individuals with better economic status and chronic diseases.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Chihua Li, L. H. Lumey
Summary: This study examines the methodological problems in research on the relationship between the Chinese famine and type 2 diabetes (T2D) epidemics. The current positive relationship between prenatal exposure to the famine and adult T2D is mainly driven by uncontrolled age differences between famine births and postfamine births. The study suggests that more rigorous methods, including age-balanced controls and robust famine intensity measures, are needed to accurately quantify the extent of the famine exposure's influence on T2D patterns in China.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Yushan Du, Yanan Luo, Lirong Nie, Ziyang Ren, Jinfang Sun, Jufen Liu
Summary: Prenatal malnutrition may increase the risk of depressive symptoms in adulthood, particularly for females in rural areas.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Yu-Qin Yan, Yu-Qing Huang, Ying-Qing Feng
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between the Great Chinese Famine during early life and the incidence of kidney stone in adulthood. The results showed that individuals exposed to famine during different periods from fetal to childhood had an increased risk of kidney stone compared to those unexposed to famine.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GENERAL MEDICINE
(2023)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Pacifique Mwene-Batu, Daniel Lemogoum, Laurene de le Hoye, Ghislain Bisimwa, Michel P. Hermans, Jimmy Minani, Gaylord Amani, Guy-Quesney Mateso, Justin Cirhuza Cikomola, Michelle Dramaix, Philippe Donnen
Summary: This study found that Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) during childhood has a weak impact on blood pressure variability in young Congolese adults, but those who experienced malnutrition are more likely to have high blood pressure and a higher risk of developing it compared to those without a history of SAM.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Dorota Drozdz, Julio Alvarez-Pitti, Malgorzata Wojcik, Claudio Borghi, Rosita Gabbianelli, Artur Mazur, Vesna Herceg-Cavrak, Beatriz Gonzalez Lopez-Valcarcel, Michal Brzezinski, Empar Lurbe, Elke Wuehl
Summary: Obesity is a major epidemic in the 21st century that increases the risk of various cardiometabolic factors. Early recognition of CV damage and prevention strategies are crucial in reducing CV morbidity and mortality. Recognizing and tracking risk factors from prenatal age to adulthood is essential in addressing the impact of obesity on cardiovascular health.
Review
Pediatrics
Tatsuhiko Azegami, Keiko Uchida, Mitsuaki Tokumura, Masaaki Mori
Summary: Hypertension is the most common non-communicable disease among adults and early identification of young individuals at risk for hypertension allows for early intervention. Studies suggest that elevated childhood blood pressure may be associated with increased risk of adult hypertension and cardiovascular disease.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Qiutong Zheng, Jianhong Pu, Can Rui, Yumeng Zhang, Na Li, Yun He, Ying Gu, Yang Ye, Xiuwen Zhou, Zhice Xu
Summary: This study investigated the long-term impact of perinatal undernutrition on hypertension and arrhythmias in older offspring by examining the effects of the Great Chinese Famine. The results showed that individuals exposed to perinatal undernutrition during the famine had higher blood pressure and cholesterol levels, as well as an increased risk of developing hypertension and certain arrhythmias. These findings provide important information for early prevention of cardiovascular diseases in individuals with a history of prenatal undernutrition.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Yuying Wang, Fangzhen Xia, Heng Wan, Chi Chen, Yi Chen, Wen Zhang, Ningjian Wang, Yingli Lu
Summary: Exposure to famine during fetal period could increase the risk of type 2 diabetes in adults, even in their 60s. Indole-3-carbinol (I3C) and pyrimidine are potential mediators of the effects of famine exposure on diabetes development.
BMJ OPEN DIABETES RESEARCH & CARE
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Changbo Jin, Tiantian Zhang, Yongzhen Li, Wenming Shi
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the association between early-life exposure to the Chinese famine of 1959-1962 and asthma and COPD in adulthood. The results showed that fetal exposure to the famine was significantly associated with an increased risk of asthma, while the association with COPD was inconsistent. These findings are important for understanding the relationship between early-life famine exposure and respiratory diseases.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Vijay Ganji, Zumin Shi, Tamara Al-Abdi, Dalia Al Hejap, Yasmine Attia, Dalya Koukach, Hind Elkassas
Summary: This study investigated the association between food patterns and serum vitamin D concentrations in US adults. The results showed that a high intake of meat and processed meats was associated with lower serum vitamin D concentrations. The relationship between intake of vegetables, fruit, nuts, and whole grains and serum vitamin D was non-linear. This study highlights the importance of promoting a healthy diet and reducing processed food consumption.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Jason Wang, Alice F. F. Yan, Lawrence J. J. Cheskin, Zumin Shi
Summary: Low testosterone may be a new risk factor for prediabetes. There is a dose-response relationship between total serum testosterone and prediabetes, which is modified by population characteristics. Higher testosterone levels are associated with a lower risk of prediabetes among US adults, but this association varies by population characteristics, weight status, gender, and lifestyle factors.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Xiaomin Sun, Yingxin Chen, Jing Shu, Zhongying Li, Dongmei Yu, Wen Peng, Alice F. Yan, Youfa Wang, Zumin Shi
Summary: This study evaluated the association between methionine intake and diabetes prevalence in Chinese adults. The data from over 12,000 adults were analyzed. The study found that higher methionine intake was positively associated with diabetes, regardless of the source of the methionine.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Lingxi Zhao, Shengping Li, Yuzhao Zhu, Tiankun Wang, Yu Su, Zumin Shi, Yangchang Zhang, Yong Zhao
Summary: Inconsistent findings were discovered in studies investigating the connection between dietary selenium and sleep. Data from the China Health and Nutrition Survey were used, including 17,176 participants aged 20 and over from 2004 to 2011. Sleep duration was measured through face-to-face interviews in 2004, 2006, 2009, and 2011, while dietary selenium consumption was tracked using a 3-day, 24-hour recall. The analysis revealed a significant association between selenium intake and optimal sleep duration.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hui Cheng, Xiao Yu, Yu-Ting Li, Zhihui Jia, Jia-Ji Wang, Yao-Jie Xie, Jose Hernandez, Harry H. X. Wang, Hua-Feng Wu
Summary: Research suggests that the metabolic score for insulin resistance (METS-IR) is significantly associated with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). This finding is important for early identification of individuals at risk for glucose metabolism disorders.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
AlMaha Al Shammaa, Amna Al-Thani, Maryam Al-Kaabi, Kaltham Al-Saeed, Maria Alanazi, Zumin Shi
Summary: The study found an inverse association between serum magnesium and body fat, especially among individuals with adequate sleep duration and without chronic conditions.
DIABETES METABOLIC SYNDROME AND OBESITY
(2023)
Article
Biology
Arwa Elrahmani, Farah Youssef, Haidi Elsayed, Nada Mohamed, Tahra El-Obeid, Zumin Shi
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the relationship between rice intake and cognitive function among Qatari adults, as well as the interactions with health conditions. Data from 1000 adults aged 18 years and older were analyzed. Results showed a positive association between rice consumption and mean reaction time (MRT), with the association being significant only among those with hypertension, overweight/obesity, low LDL, and low total cholesterol levels. Further longitudinal studies are needed to confirm these findings.
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Reta Tsegaye Gayesa, Fei Wan Ngai, Yao Jie Xie
Summary: This study found that mHealth intervention has a significant effect on improving facility delivery, postnatal care utilization, rate of exclusive breastfeeding, and knowledge of danger signs. However, further studies are needed to enhance the generalizability of the effect of mHealth interventions on these outcomes.
BMC HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Xiao Yu, Yu Ting Li, Hui Cheng, Sufen Zhu, Xiu-Jing Hu, Jia Ji Wang, Bedru H. Mohammed, Yao Jie Xie, Jose Hernandez, Hua-Feng Wu, Harry H. X. Wang
Summary: This study aims to assess the longitudinal changes in blood pressure and fasting plasma glucose in primary care patients with concurrent hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus, and explore the factors associated with their inability to improve these markers. The findings suggest that suboptimal control of blood pressure and fasting plasma glucose remains a challenge in primary care settings, and tailored actions to improve patients' adherence to healthy lifestyles are needed.
FRONTIERS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Fei-Wan Ngai, Yao Jie Xie
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence, differences, and changes in sleep quality among Chinese couples during pregnancy and at 6 weeks and 6 months postpartum, and to examine the association between sleep quality and depressive symptoms. The results showed that the prevalence of sleep disturbances was high during pregnancy and postpartum, with women experiencing poorer sleep quality than men. Sleep quality declined from pregnancy to 6 weeks postpartum and improved by 6 months postpartum. Poor sleep was associated with depressive symptoms for both partners throughout the perinatal period.
BEHAVIORAL SLEEP MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Psychiatry
Ka Po Wong, Jing Qin, Yao Jie Xie, Bohan Zhang
Summary: This study conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of technological interventions for school-age children with ADHD. The results showed that technology-based interventions have the potential to improve certain ADHD behaviors and cognitive functions.
JMIR MENTAL HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Qingling Yang, Quanzhi Zhang, Fei Wan Ngai, Shaoling Wang, Dexing Zhang, Yang Gao, Chun Hao, Harry Haoxiang Wang, Oi Ching Bernice Lam Nogueira, Ming Liu, Alex Molasiotis, Alice Loke, Yaojie Xie
Summary: This study examined the prevalence of multimorbidity and its association with lifestyle factors among Chinese adults in Macau. The results showed that overweight, obesity, former drinkers, and poor sleep quality were associated with a higher risk of developing multimorbidity. On the other hand, having a healthier lifestyle was associated with a lower risk of developing multimorbidity.
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Yao Jie Xie, Xiaoli Liao, Stanley Sai-chuen Hui, Longben Tian, Wing Fai Yeung, Alexander Yuk-lun Lau, Stefanos Tyrovolas, Yang Gao, Xiangyan Chen
Summary: The study aims to compare the prophylactic efficacy of 24-week Tai Chi training with standard prophylactic medication for migraine attacks, and explore the mechanism of Tai Chi in preventing migraines by analyzing changes in neurovascular functions and inflammatory markers. 220 Hong Kong Chinese women diagnosed with episodic migraine will be enrolled in a randomized controlled trial, with half receiving Tai Chi training and the other half receiving medication. The results will provide insights into the effectiveness and mechanisms of Tai Chi in alleviating migraine burden.
BMC COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE AND THERAPIES
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Birinder S. Cheema, Zumin Shi, Rhiannon L. White, Evan Atlantis
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between changes in body weight, recreational and nonrecreational physical activity, and cardiovascular disease mortality during the obesogenic transition in the United States since the 1970s. The findings suggest that individuals who remain inactive or decrease their participation in physical activity have the highest mortality rate, while those who become active do not have an increased risk. Changes in body weight partially mediate the relationship but are not statistically significant.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY & HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zhengjie Cai, Xinmiao Luo, Xianglong Xu, Zumin Shi, Cesar Reis, Manoj Sharma, Xiaorong Hou, Yong Zhao
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of a WeChat intervention on food safety knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) among university students. The results showed that the intervention using WeChat had limited effects on improving the food safety KAP among the students.
JOURNAL OF HEALTH POPULATION AND NUTRITION
(2023)