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Nutrition & Dietetics
Amy Caughey, Pitsiula Kilabuk, Igah Sanguya, Michelle Doucette, Martha Jaw, Jean Allen, Lily Maniapik, Theresa Koonoo, Wanda Joy, Jamal Shirley, Jan M. Sargeant, Helle Moller, Sherilee L. Harper
Summary: The history of health research in Inuit communities in Canada has had unethical and colonizing practices, but recent reforms have focused on ethical and community-driven research. This study describes the process of developing a research program guided by the National Inuit Strategy on Research (NISR) to address food security, nutrition, and climate change. The study identifies key elements to support community-led research and provides recommendations for funding agencies to align funding with community priorities.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Wolfgang Ahrens, Hermann Brenner, Marion Flechtner-Mors, Janas M. Harrington, Antje Hebestreit, Carlijn B. M. Kamphuis, Liam Kelly, Michael Laxy, Aleksandra Luszczynska, Mario Mazzocchi, Celine Murrin, Maartje P. Poelman, Ingrid Steenhuis, Gun Roos, Jurgen M. Steinacker, Frank van Lenthe, Hajo Zeeb, Joanna Zukowska, Jeroen Lakerveld, Catherine B. Woods
Summary: The European Policy Evaluation Network (PEN) aims to advance the evidence base for public policies impacting dietary behavior, physical activity, and sedentary behaviors in Europe. To achieve this, PEN focuses on five research tasks and assesses exemplary policies.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kathleen Murphy, Karina Branje, Tara White, Ashlee Cunsolo, Margot Latimer, Jane McMillan, John R. Sylliboy, Shelley McKibbon, Debbie Martin
Summary: The study found that few empirical articles reported community engagement in all aspects of the research process. Most articles described incorporating community engagement at the project's onset and/or during data collection; only a few explicitly identified as entirely community-directed or led.
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Matthew Little, Hilary Hagar, Chloe Zivot, Warren Dodd, Kelly Skinner, Tiff-Annie Kenny, Amy Caughey, Josephine Gaupholm, Melanie Lemire
Summary: The study found that Inuit people are consuming less country food and more market food, driven by factors such as colonial processes, poverty, changing food preferences and knowledge, and climate change. The health implications of dietary transition are complex, with concerns about micronutrient deficiencies, dietary inadequacy, food insecurity, overweight, obesity, and cultural influences. This review provides insight into the factors influencing Inuit diet and health, which may inform future research and decision-making on food policy and community programs.
PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION
(2021)
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Sport Sciences
Andreas Froberg, Anna-Karin Lindroos, Lotta Moraeus, Emma Patterson, Eva Warensjo Lemming, Gisela Nyberg
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the association between participation in leisure-time organised physical activity (LTOPA) and dietary intake in Swedish adolescents. The study found that LTOPA was associated with lower sugar-sweetened beverages intake among boys and girls, higher fruit intake among boys, and lower vegetable intake among girls. However, LTOPA was unrelated to overall healthy eating index and candy intake.
JOURNAL OF SPORTS SCIENCES
(2022)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Thalita Marcilio Candido, Maira Bueno Ariede, Fabiana Vieira Lima, Luciana de Souza Guedes, Maria Valeria Robles Velasco, Andre Rolim Baby, Catarina Rosado
Summary: Skin health is influenced by various factors, including aging, sun exposure, exercise, diet, smoking, and alcohol consumption. Consumers seek to improve skin health and appearance through the use of cosmetic products and food supplements, but the efficacy of these products is still lacking sufficient evidence. This review aims to gather studies and methodologies that substantiate the claims of food supplements on skin health.
Review
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Nicholas F. Taylor, Katherine E. Harding, Amy M. Dennett, Samantha Febrey, Krystal Warmoth, Abi J. Hall, Luke A. Prendergast, Victoria A. Goodwin
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to determine the effect of behavior change interventions on physical activity levels in hospitalized patients. The results showed that targeted behavior change interventions were associated with increased physical activity levels in hospitalized patients, but the effects on patient-related outcomes or health service benefits were inconclusive.
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Environmental Sciences
Mariana de Moraes Pontual, Pierre Ayotte, Matthew Little, Chris Furgal, Amanda D. Boyd, Gina Muckle, Ellen Avard, Sylvie Ricard, Marie-Josee Gauthier, Elhadji Anassour-Laouan Sidi, Melanie Lemire
Summary: The study found that pregnant Inuit women in Nunavik have varying levels of methylmercury exposure throughout different seasons, with beluga meat being a primary source of intake. Further research is needed to understand fluctuations in local diet over the year to accurately assess methylmercury exposure.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Katherine L. Ford, Camila E. Orsso, Nicole Kiss, Skyler B. Johnson, Sarah A. Purcell, Adele Gagnon, Alessandro Laviano, Carla M. Prado
Summary: Dietary choices after a cancer diagnosis are influenced by various factors, with age and time since diagnosis being particularly important. Research on dietary changes implemented by North American individuals with cancer is limited, and further studies would provide valuable insights into patient information needs and reasons for dietary choices.
Review
Sport Sciences
Paquito Bernard, Guillaume Chevance, Celia Kingsbury, Aurelie Baillot, Ahmed-Jerome Romain, Virginie Molinier, Tegwen Gadais, Kelsey N. Dancause
Summary: The study reveals a consistent negative impact of air pollution, extreme weather conditions, and natural disasters on levels of physical activity, particularly affecting adults with chronic diseases, higher BMI, and the elderly. Although the sport and physical activity communities play an important mitigating role post-natural disasters, transport related to sports practices also contributes to greenhouse gas emissions.
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
A. Malli, H. Monteith, E. C. Hiscock, E. V. Smith, K. Fairman, T. Galloway, A. Mashford-Pringle
Summary: This study provides an overview of the disconnection between Indigenous populations in Canada and the US and their food systems. It highlights the importance of Indigenous food sovereignty and the need for reconnecting Indigenous knowledge and values systems with future food systems.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Alexandria Nivelle Mekanna, Sunil K. Panchal, Li Li
Summary: COVID-19 lockdowns have significantly impacted dietary and lifestyle behaviors of populations worldwide, both during and after the lockdowns. These impacts may be attributed to increased time spent at home, remote work, decreased food availability and increased stress associated with the lockdowns.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Mariangela Rondanelli, Milena Anna Faliva, Gaetan Claude Barrile, Alessandro Cavioni, Francesca Mansueto, Giuseppe Mazzola, Letizia Oberto, Zaira Patelli, Martina Pirola, Alice Tartara, Antonella Riva, Giovanna Petrangolini, Gabriella Peroni
Summary: This review evaluates the ideal dietary approach to reduce bone mineral density loss and suggests a food pyramid for osteopenia/osteoporosis patients. The pyramid emphasizes daily consumption of carbohydrates, fruits, vegetables, light yogurt, skim milk, extra virgin olive oil, and calcium water. Weekly portions include fish, white meat, legumes, eggs, cheeses, and red/processed meats. The pyramid also highlights the need for personalized supplementation and identifies certain foods to be avoided. Additionally, regular aerobic and resistance exercises are recommended.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Fang Liang, Jialin Fu, Yijia Xu, Yechuang Wang, Nan Qiu, Kai Ding, Jing Zeng, Justin B. Moore, Rui Li
Summary: This study investigated the associations between social jetlag (SJL), dietary behavior, physical activity, and weight status in Chinese youth. The findings showed that adolescents with SJL may consume more unhealthy foods, engage in less physical activity, and have higher BMIs. Moreover, experiencing more than 2 hours of SJL significantly increased the risk of overweight or obesity in adolescents.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Lucia Aguirre-Sanchez, Ronja Teschner, Neha K. Lalchandani, Yassmeen El Maohub, L. Suzanne Suggs
Summary: To achieve climate goals, changes in food production and population diets are essential. A systematic review and quantitative content analysis of food-based dietary guidelines were conducted to assess the climate change mitigation potential at various levels. The results showed that most countries include little low-emissions food advice in their dietary guidelines, and there is a need for better communication regarding dietary shifts with climate change mitigation potential.
SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION AND CONSUMPTION
(2023)