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Nutrition & Dietetics
Weida Liu, Bo Hu, Mahshid Dehghan, Andrew Mente, Chuangshi Wang, Ruohua Yan, Sumathy Rangarajan, Lap Ah Tse, Salim Yusuf, Xiaoyun Liu, Yang Wang, Deren Qiang, Lihua Hu, Aiying Han, Xincheng Tang, Lisheng Liu, Wei Li
Summary: This study found that Chinese people who consumed four to five servings (equivalent to 500-625 g/day) of fruit, vegetable, and legume per day demonstrated the lowest mortality. Increasing intake of fruit, vegetable, and legume may have greater beneficial effects on reducing all-cause mortality.
CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2021)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Stephanie K. Nishi, Nadine Khoury, Cristina Valle Hita, Andreea Zurbau, Jordi Salas-Salvado, Nancy Babio
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies found that greater variety in vegetable and fruit consumption may reduce all-cause mortality, but no significant associations were observed with cardiovascular-related mortality or morbidity. The certainty of the evidence was graded as low or very low. Additional high-quality studies are needed to better understand the role of variety in vegetable and fruit consumption in cardiovascular health.
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Biology
Jun Wang, Fangchao Liu, Jianxin Li, Keyong Huang, Xueli Yang, Jichun Chen, Xiaoqing Liu, Jie Cao, Shufeng Chen, Chong Shen, Ling Yu, Fanghong Lu, Xianping Wu, Liancheng Zhao, Ying Li, Dongsheng Hu, Jianfeng Huang, Dongfeng Gu, Xiangfeng Lu
Summary: The study revealed a negative association between increasing fruit and vegetable consumption and the risk of cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality. Particularly, higher consumption of fruit was found to have a significant role in preventing cardiovascular disease and premature mortality. However, the association with vegetable consumption did not show a significant impact on these risks.
SCIENCE CHINA-LIFE SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sonia L. Ramirez-Garza, Emily P. Laveriano-Santos, Camila Arancibia-Riveros, Jose C. Carrasco-Jimenez, Patricia Bodega, Amaya de Cos-Gandoy, Mercedes de Miguel, Gloria Santos-Beneit, Juan Miguel Fernandez-Alvira, Rodrigo Fernandez-Jimenez, Jesus Martinez-Gomez, Ramon Estruch, Rosa M. Lamuela-Raventos, Anna Tresserra-Rimbau
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the association between nitric oxide (NO) and cardiovascular health (CVH) status and other health factors in adolescents. The findings revealed negative associations between NO and body mass index, body fat percentage, blood pressure, and triglycerides, and positive associations between NO and skeletal muscle percentage, HDL-cholesterol, fruit and vegetable intake. Multiple linear regression analysis showed a significant association between NO and fruit and vegetable intake, total polyphenol excretion, and systolic blood pressure.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Mattea Dallacker, Vanessa Knobl, Ralph Hertwig, Jutta Mata
Summary: Family meals are crucial for shaping children's food choices, and extending mealtime duration can increase children's intake of fruits and vegetables.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Margrethe Roed, Anine C. Medin, Froydis N. Vik, Elisabet R. Hillesund, Wendy Van Lippevelde, Karen Campbell, Nina C. Overby
Summary: This study assessed the effect of the Food4toddlers eHealth intervention on toddlers' diets and found a positive impact on increasing the frequency of vegetable intake. However, no other between-group effects on diet were observed at follow-up 2.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Marla T. H. Hahnraths, Jorieke P. M. Jansen, Bjorn Winkens, Onno C. P. van Schayck
Summary: Multi-component school-based nutrition education intervention combining classroom-based and experiential learning strategies has short-term effects on children's fruit and vegetable intake determinants, but the effects do not persist in the longer term. Further research and intervention adaptations are recommended to increase the impact of such programs.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Seth A. Berkowitz, Neal Curran, Sam Hoeffler, Richard Henderson, Ashley Price, Shu Wen Ng
Summary: The study evaluated the impact of participation in the SuperSNAP program on food purchasing and found that it was associated with increased purchases of healthy foods, suggesting potential improvements in healthy eating habits.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Catherine P. Bondonno, Frederik Dalgaard, Lauren C. Blekkenhorst, Kevin Murray, Joshua R. Lewis, Kevin D. Croft, Cecilie Kyro, Christian Torp-Pedersen, Gunnar Gislason, Anne Tjonneland, Kim Overvad, Nicola P. Bondonno, Jonathan M. Hodgson
Summary: Moderate intake of vegetable nitrate is associated with lower blood pressure and reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases, such as ischemic heart disease, heart failure, ischemic stroke, and peripheral artery disease. A intake of approximately 60 mg/day of vegetable nitrate may help mitigate the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Dong D. Wang, Yanping Li, Shilpa N. Bhupathiraju, Bernard A. Rosner, Qi Sun, Edward L. Giovannucci, Eric B. Rimm, JoAnn E. Manson, Walter C. Willett, Meir J. Stampfer, Frank B. Hu
Summary: The study found that consuming approximately 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day was associated with lower total mortality and mortality from cancer, cardiovascular disease, and respiratory disease. Higher intake beyond this level did not provide additional risk reduction.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Laurel F. Moffat, Lorrene D. Ritchie, Wendi Gosliner, Kaela R. Plank, Lauren E. Au
Summary: This study found that parental perception of the food environment is associated with children's diet and weight outcomes. Optimizing access to fruits and vegetables at both neighborhood and home levels can help improve children's diet quality. However, the impact may be weaker for children living in food insecure or low-income households.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Ede Surya Darmawan, Dian Kusuma, Vetty Yulianty Permanasari, Vilda Amir, Dwi Hapsari Tjandrarini, Ika Dharmayanti
Summary: Based on the Indonesian Basic Health Survey 2018, this study used geospatial and quantitative analyses to identify disparities in inadequate fruit and vegetable (FV) intake among adults in 514 districts. The study found that 96.3% of adults had inadequate FV intake, with higher prevalence in rural areas, especially among females and older adults. Interestingly, more developed regions had poorer FV diets and lower levels of education were associated with poorer FV diets, particularly among females and older adults. This study provides crucial insights for health policies in Indonesia and other LMICs.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Pamela A. Koch, Randi L. Wolf, Raynika J. Trent, Ian Yi Han Ang, Matthew Dallefeld, Elizabeth Tipton, Heewon L. Gray, Laura Guerra, Jennifer Di Noia
Summary: The Wellness in the Schools program partners with public schools to provide healthy meals and active recess to students in low-income households. This study found that students in schools with WITS programming consumed more fruits and vegetables, but consumed less main entrees and milk compared to students in Control schools. Future research is needed to confirm these findings and improve the effectiveness of the program on other components of school lunches.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Giulia Pastori, Inge D. Brouwer, Edith J. M. Feskens, Le Thi Huong, Folake O. Samuel, Le Thi Thanh Xuan, Oluyemisi F. Shittu, Toluwalope E. Eyinla, Elise F. Talsma
Summary: FV-GDR is a simple and low-cost tool for monitoring fruit and vegetable intake at the population level. The validity of FV-GDR collected with the DQQ was investigated and compared with a 24-hour recall in Vietnamese and Nigerian adults. The DQQ is a promising tool for calculating FV-GDR and monitoring fruit and vegetable consumption in low-resource settings.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Menglong Li, Nubiya Amaerjiang, Ziang Li, Huidi Xiao, Jiawulan Zunong, Lifang Gao, Sten H. Vermund, Yifei Hu
Summary: Insufficient fruit and vegetable intake and low potassium intake are associated with early renal damage in children, highlighting the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles, especially adequate fruit and vegetable intake.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jessica M. Yingst, Candace R. Bordner, Andrea L. Hobkirk, Brianna Hoglen, Sophia I. Allen, Nicolle M. Krebs, Kenneth R. Houser, Craig Livelsberger, Jonathan Foulds
Summary: The study found a significant decrease in the use of mint pods and a significant increase in the use of menthol pods following the FDA ban. Qualitative data revealed themes such as switching from mint to menthol pods, refilling pods, and transitioning to other available products. Further research is needed to assess the impact of these behaviors on public health.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jessica M. Yingst, Nicolle M. Krebs, Candace R. Bordner, Andrea L. Hobkirk, Sophia I. Allen, Jonathan Foulds
Summary: During the pandemic, a significant number of tobacco users increased cigarette use due to increased stress, more time at home, and boredom while quarantined, while others decreased use due to health concerns and more time around non-smokers. A portion of users also attempted to quit smoking.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Biological
Andrea L. Hobkirk, Kenneth R. Houser, Brianna Hoglen, Zachary T. Bitzer, Alan Fendrich, Candace R. Bordner, Jonathan Foulds, Jianli Wang, Dahlia Mukherjee, Jessica M. Yingst, Prasanna Karunanayaka, Reema Goel, John P. Richie, Ryan J. Elias, Qing X. Yang
Summary: Contrary to expectations, flavored e-cigarette aerosols were associated with weaker activation in specific regions of the brain compared to unflavored aerosols, while engaging taste-related regions. Functional connectivity between dopaminergic brain seeds and cortical brain regions involved in motivation and reward salience was stronger during flavored aerosol use, suggesting that fruity and dessert-flavored e-cigarettes may impact the reward experience of smokers.
EXPERIMENTAL AND CLINICAL PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Susan Veldheer, Christina Scartozzi, Candace R. Bordner, Chinwendu Opara, Brittany Williams, Lisa Weaver, Diana Rodriguez, Arthur Berg, Christopher Sciamanna
Summary: The fruit and vegetable prescription program showed positive impact on diabetes outcomes by reducing HbA1c levels. Higher voucher redemption rates were associated with decreased HbA1c, suggesting incentives may play a role in promoting uptake and retention of DSME. Additionally, voucher redemption rates were also linked to higher blood pressure levels.
JOURNAL OF NUTRITION EDUCATION AND BEHAVIOR
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Andrea L. Hobkirk, Brianna Hoglen, Tianhong Sheng, Ava Kristich, Jessica M. Yingst, Kenneth R. Houser, Nicolle M. Krebs, Sophia Allen, Candace R. Bordner, Craig Livelsberger, Jonathan Foulds
Summary: This study investigated perceptions of harm and addictiveness associated with a popular e-cigarette brand, JUUL, and their relationship with quit intentions and attempts among US adult JUUL users. Findings showed that a small percentage of users were interested in quitting and perceived JUUL to be addictive. These findings highlight the importance of providing evidence-based information on e-cigarette addictiveness and effective cessation strategies.
PREVENTING CHRONIC DISEASE
(2022)
Article
Neurosciences
Jessica M. Yingst, Courtney Lester, Craig Livelsberger, Sophia I. Allen, Erin Hammett, Susan Veldheer, Breianna Hummer, Candace Bordner, Junjia Zhu, Christopher N. Sciamanna, Neil Trushin, Hock S. Tan, Stephen J. Wilson, Robert C. Twining, Jonathan Foulds, Patricia Sue Grigson
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of random nicotine delivery (RND) through orally dissolving films on smoking cessation outcomes. The results showed that RND could reduce cigarettes per day (CPD) and exhaled carbon monoxide (CO), but there were no significant differences between the RND group and the steady-state and placebo delivery groups in terms of dependence and craving. Future studies with larger sample sizes are needed to fully understand the effect of RND on smoking cessation outcomes.
BRAIN RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Savreen K. Saran, Kalin Z. Salinas, Jonathan Foulds, Ovgu Kaynak, Brianna Hoglen, Kenneth R. Houser, Nicolle M. Krebs, Jessica M. Yingst, Sophia I. Allen, Candace R. Bordner, Andrea L. Hobkirk
Summary: This study examined the differences between dual nicotine and cannabis vape users and single-substance users. The results showed that dual users started using their vapes at a younger age, used them for more years, and were less likely to use their nicotine vapes to replace combustible cigarettes.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Susan Veldheer, Maxfield Whitehead-Zimmers, Candace Bordner, Benjamin Watt, E. Conroy, Kathryn H. Schmitz, Christopher Sciamanna
Summary: This study aimed to gather participant insights on intervention components and topics of interest for a digitally delivered gardening-focused multiple health behavior change intervention. A web-based survey revealed high interest in gardening programming, with a preference for brief videos and suggestions for content covering various aspects of gardening activities.
JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Nicolle M. Krebs, Gail D'Souza, Candace Bordner, Sophia Allen, Andrea L. Hobkirk, Jonathan Foulds, Jessica M. Yingst
Summary: A survey of adult smokers in Pennsylvania showed that nearly 60% had received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, with a significant portion expressing hesitancy mainly due to concerns about vaccine safety. Those who were unvaccinated were less likely to consume news about COVID-19 and had lower trust in government news sources as reliable information.
TOBACCO USE INSIGHTS
(2021)
