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Geriatrics & Gerontology
Marie-Theres Huemer, Alexander Kluttig, Beate Fischer, Wolfgang Ahrens, Stefanie Castell, Nina Ebert, Sylvia Gastell, Karl-Heinz Joeckel, Rudolf Kaaks, Andre Karch, Thomas Keil, Yvonne Kemmling, Lilian Krist, Michael Leitzmann, Wolfgang Lieb, Claudia Meinke-Franze, Karin B. Michels, Rafael Mikolajczyk, Ilais Moreno Velasquez, Tobias Pischon, Sabine Schipf, Boerge Schmidt, Ben Schoettker, Matthias B. Schulze, Hannah Stocker, Henning Teismann, Kerstin Wirkner, Michael Drey, Annette Peters, Barbara Thorand
Summary: This study compared the cut-off points for low grip strength in assessing sarcopenia between the European Working Group on Sarcopenia in Older People (EWGSOP) and a large German sample. The results showed that the German sample had cut-off points that were 2 kg higher than the EWGSOP2 cut-off points. Using higher cut-off points increased the sensitivity, suggesting intervention for more patients at risk, but also potentially leading to unnecessary diagnostics/treatment for others without immediate need.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Laura Di Renzo, Leila Itani, Paola Gualtieri, Massimo Pellegrini, Marwan El Ghoch, Antonino De Lorenzo
Summary: This study examined the validity of using BMI≥30 kg/m(2) as an indicator for obesity and identified a new BMI cut-off point for predicting obesity in middle-aged and older adults (BMI=27.27 kg/m(2)). The findings highlight the need for revising obesity guidelines in Italy.
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History & Philosophy Of Science
Lina Maria Lissia
Summary: This article shows the similarity between the Lottery Paradox and the Sorites, and argues that our perception of the Paradox should be modified. The Cut-off Point Problem is highlighted as a key aspect in the debate on Kyburg's puzzle. The consequences of different approaches to resolving the Lottery Paradox in relation to the Cut-off Point Problem are explored, with the heap variant of the Paradox being particularly relevant in evaluating solutions. The debate on the validity of modus ponens is also shown to be important in discussions on the Lottery Paradox.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Machoene Derrick Sekgala, Maretha Opperman, Buhle Mpahleni, Zandile June-Rose Mchiza
Summary: This study aimed to determine the best anthropometric indices for detecting metabolic syndrome (MetS) in male South African taxi drivers. The results showed that %BF and CUN-BAE were the most effective predictors, followed by BMI and WHtR.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
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Health Care Sciences & Services
Natalie Liu, Jen Birstler, Manasa Venkatesh, Lawrence Hanrahan, Guanhua Chen, Luke Funk
Summary: This study aimed to identify BMI cut points for predicting obesity-related comorbidities. Significant associations between increasing BMIs and the incidence of several comorbidities were found, with cut points identified for hyperlipidemia, coronary artery disease, hypertension, osteoarthritis, obstructive sleep apnea, and type 2 diabetes occurring when patients were overweight or barely met the criteria for class 1 obesity. Further research using national longitudinal data is needed to determine potential revisions to screening guidelines for appropriate comorbidities.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
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Geriatrics & Gerontology
Julian Alcazar, Luis M. Alegre, Evelien Van Roie, Joao P. Magalhaes, Barbara R. Nielsen, Marcela Gonzalez-Gross, Pedro B. Judice, Jose A. Casajus, Christophe Delecluse, Luis B. Sardinha, Charlotte Suetta, Ignacio Ara
Summary: Relative muscle power measured by the sit-to-stand (STS) test was found to decrease significantly after the age of 50 years, and was strongly associated with mobility limitations in older adults. The study provides normative data, relevant cut-off points, and MCID values for STS power, which can be used in daily clinical practice.
JOURNAL OF CACHEXIA SARCOPENIA AND MUSCLE
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Akram Hernandez-Vasquez, Diego Azanedo, Rodrigo Vargas-Fernandez, Juan Pablo Aparco, Raul Martin Chaparro, Marilina Santero
Summary: In Peruvian adults, waist:height ratio (WHtR) and Conicity index (C-index) are the strongest predictors for hypertension, while C-index is the strongest predictor for diabetes, in both men and women.
PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION
(2021)
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Oncology
Evan L. Busch
Summary: Categorizing continuous variables presents challenges, as selecting cut points can impact the values of statistics related to other variables, making it difficult to determine an objectively best categorization. Flexibility and humility should be employed when making inferences or decisions involving categorized variables in research and policy-making.
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Rheumatology
Oh Chan Kwon, Min-Chan Park
Summary: This study determined the cut-off values of BASDAI for determining disease activity states in ankylosing spondylitis patients. The study found that BASDAI values of 1.9, 3.5, and 4.9 corresponded to ASDAS-CRP values of 1.3, 2.1, and 3.5, respectively. The agreement between disease activity states based on BASDAI and ASDAS-CRP cut-off values was good.
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Infectious Diseases
Haoqiang Ji, Jia Xu, Ruiheng Wu, Xu Chen, Xintong Lv, Hongyu Liu, Yuxin Duan, Meng Sun, Yuanping Pan, Yunting Chen, Xiwei Lu, Ling Zhou
Summary: This study identified scientific cut-off points for treatment delay and demonstrated that delayed treatment is associated with increased risk of poor outcomes and death. Older age, male sex, and diabetes may exacerbate the risk of treatment delay.
INFECTION AND DRUG RESISTANCE
(2021)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Jaime Gil-Rodriguez, Michel Martos-Ruiz, Alberto Benavente-Fernandez, Pablo Aranda-Laserna, Miguel Angel Montero-Alonso, Jose-Antonio Peregrina-Rivas, Daniel Fernandez-Reyes, Javier Martinez de Victoria-Carazo, Emilio Guirao-Arrabal, Jose Hernandez-Quero
Summary: The objective of this study was to classify the severity of COVID-19 pneumonia based on different cut-off points of lung ultrasound score (LUS). A systematic review was conducted to identify relevant cut-off points, which were then validated in a prospective cohort study. Results showed that LUS > 15 had the strongest association with poor outcomes and was the best discriminator for mild and severe disease in our cohort.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Abnoos Azarbad, Tayebe Aghnia, Abdullah Gharibzadeh, Shideh Rafati, Seyyed Mohammad Hashemi, Hasan Zarei, Masoumeh Kheirandish
Summary: This study aimed to determine the optimal cut-off points of anthropometric indices for screening hypertension in Iranian adults aged 35 to 70 years. The results showed that waist circumference, hip circumference, wrist circumference, BMI, waist-hip ratio, and waist-height ratio were significant predictors of hypertension.
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Nursing
Victor P. Diaz-Narvaez, Aracelis Calzadilla-Nunez, Alejandro Reyes-Reyes, Gloria Lastre Amell, Herminia Castellon-Montenegro, Irma Andrade Valles, Shirley Fernandez-Aragon, Elizabeth Fajardo-Ramos, Karina Santander Diaz, Pilar Torres-Martinez, Gina Munoz Gambaro, Juana Borja Gonzalez, Claudia Arispe-Alburqueque
Summary: Empathy is a cognitive-affective attribute that enables nursing staff to maintain a professional relationship with patients. This study aimed to establish cut-off points for empathy levels in Latin American nursing students and evaluate the effectiveness of empathic interventions. The findings provide valuable insights for nursing education and policy-making.
INTERNATIONAL NURSING REVIEW
(2023)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Xinran He, Xianwen Wang, Min Zhang, Weizheng Zhu, Yuyang Liu, Qian Sun, Guimei Chen, Min Li, Hong Ding
Summary: The study aimed to determine the optimal cut-off values of age for disability in predicting the risk of disability for older adults in rural areas. The findings showed that there were differences in the first symptoms of disability between men and women, suggesting the need for gender-specific preventive efforts.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Pediatrics
Jose Francisco Lopez-Gil, Gerardo Weisstaub, Robinson Ramirez-Velez, Antonio Garcia-Hermoso
Summary: This study found an association between handgrip strength and cardiometabolic risk in children, and proposed sex-specific handgrip strength cut-off points for early detection of cardiometabolic risk.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2021)
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Behavioral Sciences
Hugues Piloquet, Benoit Berge, Pascal Maigret, Veronique Hospital
Summary: This study aimed to explore the effects of environmental factors on eating behavior and food intake in toddlers. The results showed that food fussiness was more common in older children, children conceived with medical assistance, children exposed to distractions during meals, rewarded by parents to finish meals, free to eat at will, and those who ate only occasionally with the whole family. Unsatisfactory dietary diversification was not significantly associated with any variable.
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Behavioral Sciences
Victoria Norton, Julie A. Lovegrove, Marcus Tindall, Julia Rodriguez Garcia, Stella Lignou
Summary: The UK's aging population requires promotion of balanced nutrition, with a particular focus on increasing dietary fiber intake. Surveys involving older adults showed their willingness to learn about dietary fiber and the need for accessible information. Educational materials proved effective in engaging older adults and were perceived as useful. A holistic approach, involving support from various sources, can aid in improving dietary fiber consumption and overall health outcomes among older adults.
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Behavioral Sciences
Gary J. Farkas, Paige M. Cunningham, Alicia M. Sneij, John E. Hayes, Mark S. Nash, Arthur S. Berg, David R. Gater, Barbara J. Rolls
Summary: Overeating associated with neurogenic obesity after spinal cord injury (SCI) may be related to how persons with SCI experience satiation, their eating frequency, and the context in which they eat their meals. Those with SCI rely less on physiological satiation cues for meal termination and instead rely more on hedonic cues. There are differences in meal contexts and eating frequency between SCI individuals and controls, with SCI individuals consuming fewer meals but having a higher overall eating frequency due to increased snacking. These factors likely contribute to overeating associated with neurogenic obesity after SCI.
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Behavioral Sciences
Shana Adise, Kerri N. Boutelle, Panteha Hayati Rezvan, Eric Kan, Kyung E. Rhee, Michael I. Goran, Elizabeth R. Sowell
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between executive functions and cognition during adolescence, and the intake of fat and sugar two years later. The study found that higher impulsivity and reward-seeking behaviors were related to greater fat and sugar intake in males, while higher negative urgency and BMI were related to greater intake in both sexes. These findings suggest that individuals with certain traits may be more at risk for weight gain due to overconsumption of unhealthy foods.
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Behavioral Sciences
Claire Margerison, Gozde Aydin, Christel Larsson, Alison Booth, Anthony Worsley, Janandani Nanayakkara
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic and associated lockdowns resulted in changes in food accessibility and availability, leading to shifts in food habits and behaviors among people worldwide. A study conducted in Australia examined the self-reported changes in food habits and behaviors of adults during the COVID-19 restrictions in 2020. The majority of respondents reported developing positive food habits, such as trying new recipes, cooking from scratch, and reducing take-away meals. The study also found that family involvement in food preparation and eating together increased during the restrictions. However, there were negative experiences, including difficulties in purchasing certain foods and limited access to food outlets.
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Behavioral Sciences
Betsy Cogan, Jamie A. Cooper
Summary: This study aimed to assess the effect of dietary sweetness on appetite in adults with and without obesity. The results showed that the response of ghrelin to unsweetened rinses was energy-specific for all adults, while rinses containing sucralose led to greater cephalic phase cholecystokinin release in adults with a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 kg/m(2).
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Behavioral Sciences
Rebecca Gregson, Jared Piazza, Heather Shaw
Summary: Recent scholarship has identified a group of individuals who self-identify as anti-vegan, and they have distinct dietarian identities and ideological profiles. Anti-vegans show higher levels of commitment to their dietary patterns compared to omnivores, and they also score higher on various ideological measures.
Review
Behavioral Sciences
Gibson Weydmann, Patricia Maidana Miguel, Nour Hakim, Laurette Dube, Patricia Pelufo Silveira, Lisiane Bizarro
Summary: This study systematically reviewed the association between obesity and overweight with reinforcement learning performance. It was found that obesity might be associated with impairments in utilizing aversive outcomes to change behavior, but further research is needed to confirm this association.
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Behavioral Sciences
Laura Kudlek, Rebecca A. Jones, Carly Hughes, Robbie Duschinsky, Andrew Hill, Rebecca Richards, Megan Thompson, Ann Vincent, Simon J. Griffin, Amy L. Ahern
Summary: This study explored how participants of an ACT-based weight management intervention (WMI) experience emotional eating and highlighted the importance of self-awareness and alternative coping strategies in improving emotional eating. It also emphasized the need for ongoing and personalized interventions to support individuals with external locus of control and complex emotional eating experiences.
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Behavioral Sciences
Stefanie C. Landwehr, Monika Hartmann
Summary: This study examines the influence of peers on children's snack purchasing decisions, finding that the presence of peers strongly impacts children's brand awareness and price perception, highlighting the crucial role of social influence in shaping children's decision-making processes.
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Behavioral Sciences
Rao Yuan, Shaosheng Jin, Wenchao Wu
Summary: This study examines the interactive effects of information and consumer trust on consumer preferences for organic food. The results show that consumers are willing to pay a higher price for organic food, especially those with higher levels of trust. The introduction of information significantly increases consumers' willingness to pay, with a greater increase observed among high-trust consumers.
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Behavioral Sciences
Oda Bjorklund, Lars Wichstrom, Clare Llewellyn, Silje Steinsbekk
Summary: This study tests the psychometric properties of the Adult Eating Behavior Questionnaire (AEBQ) in a sample of 14-year-olds and examines its construct validity using the parent-reported Children's Eating Behavior Questionnaire (CEBQ). The results show that a 7-factor solution of the AEBQ without the Hunger scale is a better fitting model, and there are small-to-moderate correlations between the AEBQ and CEBQ scales.
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Behavioral Sciences
Alice M. Cox, Rachael W. Taylor, Jillian J. Haszard, Kathryn L. Beck, Pamela R. von Hurst, Cathryn A. Conlon, Lisa A. Te Morenga, Lisa Daniels, Jenny Mcarthur, Rebecca Paul, Neve H. McLean, Emily A. Jones, Ioanna Katiforis, Kimberley J. Brown, Madeline Gash, Madeleine Rowan, Elizabeth A. Fleming, Rosario Jupiterwala, Bailey R. Bruckner, Anne-Louise M. Heath
Summary: Although concerns are often raised about the potential impact of baby food pouch use and Baby-Led Weaning (BLW) on infant health, there is limited research in this area. This study found that frequent pouch use was associated with increased food fussiness and more selective eating, while BLW was associated with higher energy intake and a range of eating behaviors.
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Behavioral Sciences
Briana L. Kennedy, Andrew M. Camara, Dominic M. D. Tran
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between obesity, overconsumption, and oversensitivity to rewards, and how it affects attentional biases towards food-related stimuli. The results showed that individuals with higher BMI had lower attentional priority for food and food logos, while increased consumption of HFHS foods and dieting predicted increased attentional priority for food and food logo images.
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Behavioral Sciences
Irene Campos-Sanchez, Rocio Munoz-Sanchez, Eva-Maria Navarrete-Munoz, Maria Sofia Molina-Inigo, Miriam Hurtado-Pomares, Paula Fernandez-Pires, Alicia Sanchez-Perez, Daniel Prieto-Botella, Iris Juarez-Leal, Paula Peral-Gomez, Cristina Espinosa-Sempere, Desiree Valera-Gran
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the association between sensory reactivity and feeding problems in young children. The results showed that taste/smell sensitivity was significantly associated with difficulties in texture transition/introduction, limited variety of foods, and both feeding problems. Additionally, children with total sensory reactivity or auditory filtering sensory reactivity had a higher prevalence of consuming a limited variety of foods. These findings highlight the importance of considering sensory reactivity as a potential predictor of feeding problems.