Article
Food Science & Technology
Marko Ugrica, Nicole Gehring, Pieter Giesbertz, Eva-Maria Pastor-Arroyo, Hannelore Daniel, Carsten A. Wagner, Isabel Rubio-Aliaga
Summary: This study investigates the effects of high phosphate diet on body composition and energy metabolism parameters. The results show that mice fed a high phosphate diet have slower weight gain, increased lean-to-fat mass ratio, and fasting hypoglycemia. This research provides important insights into the impact of high phosphate intake on the body.
MOLECULAR NUTRITION & FOOD RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Kamini Dangat, Sanjay Gupte, Girija Wagh, Sanjay Lalwani, Karuna Randhir, Shweta Madiwale, Hemlata Pisal, Vrushali Kadam, Shridevi Gundu, Nomita Chandhiok, Bharati Kulkarni, Sadhana Joshi, Caroline Fall, Harshpal Singh Sachdev
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the trimester specific gestational weight gain (GWG) in Indian pregnant women and compare it with international and Indian reference data. The study found that Indian women had lower GWG compared to international standards, but higher GWG compared to Indian reference data. Maternal BMI, age, parity, hemoglobin concentrations, and height were found to be associated with GWG.
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Jole Costanza, Margherita Camanni, Maria Maddalena Ferrari, Valentina De Cosmi, Silvia Tabano, Laura Fontana, Tatjana Radaelli, Giulia Privitera, Daniela Alberico, Patrizia Colapietro, Silvia Motta, Silvia Sirchia, Tamara Stampalija, Chiara Tabasso, Paola Roggero, Fabio Parazzini, Fabio Mosca, Enrico Ferrazzi, Silvano Bosari, Monica Miozzo, Carlo Agostoni
Summary: In a study of 503 women with uncomplicated pregnancies, maternal pre-pregnancy body mass index (BMI), gestational weight gain (GWG), and placental weight were found to be independently correlated with neonatal birth weight. However, maternal nutrition during pregnancy was not found to be associated with birth weight.
PEDIATRIC RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Hlengiwe P. Madlala, Nelia P. Steyn, Emma Kalk, Mary-Anne Davies, Dorothy Nyemba, Thokozile R. Malaba, Ushma Mehta, Gregory Petro, Andrew Boulle, Landon Myer
Summary: This study examined the dietary intake of pregnant women in South Africa and its associations with maternal overweight/obesity and gestational weight gain. The findings suggest that diet modification may promote healthy weight in pregnant women, both with and without HIV.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Joao Maria do Amaral-Junior, Eziquiel de Morais, Alyne Cristina Sodre Lima, Lucieta Guerreiro Martorano, Benjamim de Souza Nahum, Luciano Fernandes Sousa, Jose de Brito Lourenco-Junior, Thomaz Cyro Guimaraes de Carvalho Rodrigues, Jamile Andrea Rodrigues da Silva, Artur Luiz da Costa Silva, Andre Guimaraes Maciel e Silva
Summary: The inclusion of palm kernel cake (PKC) in animal diets has been studied to intensify animal production systems. This research evaluated the effects of PKC-based supplementation on feed intake, degradability, and performance of buffaloes. Although the inclusion of PKC in the diet changed nutrient intake and degradability, it did not affect productive performance and reduced forage consumption. It is recommended to supplement buffaloes with PKC up to 1% of body weight.
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Jie Guo, Anna Marseglia, Ying Shang, Abigail Dove, Giulia Grande, Laura Fratiglioni, Weili Xu
Summary: Late-life weight changes are associated with dementia risk, with both weight gain and loss increasing the risk. APOE e4 may amplify this risk.
JOURNALS OF GERONTOLOGY SERIES A-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES AND MEDICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Michele Barone, Andrea Iannone, Fernanda Cristofori, Vanessa Nadia Dargenio, Flavia Indrio, Elvira Verduci, Alfredo Di Leo, Ruggiero Francavilla
Summary: Most celiac patients have a normal BMI at presentation, and a gluten-free diet does not increase the risk of overweight or obesity, especially in children.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Andrea Maugeri, Roberta Magnano San Lio, Maria Clara La Rosa, Giuliana Giunta, Marco Panella, Antonio Cianci, Maria Anna Teresa Caruso, Antonella Agodi, Martina Barchitta
Summary: Inadequate gestational weight gain could affect fetal health and is associated with DNA telomere length.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Nazareth Martinon-Torres, Nathalie Carreira, Rosaura Picans-Leis, Alexandra Perez-Ferreiros, Anton Kalen, Rosaura Leis
Summary: There is not enough evidence to support the influence of Baby-led weaning (BLW) on infant weight gain and the risk of obesity based on the systematic review conducted. Some studies indicate lower weight gain in infants practicing BLW, while others show inconclusive results. More clinical trials and prospective studies are needed to provide a general recommendation on the best method of weaning to reduce the risk of obesity.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Nina A. Wilson, Anthony Villani, Sze-Yen Tan, Evangeline Mantzioris
Summary: This observational study examined the changes in body weight, eating behaviors, physical activity, and basal metabolic rate among first-year university students. The results showed that female students are at risk of unfavorable changes in body composition, while male students are more prone to sedentary behaviors. Intervention measures targeting high intakes of saturated fat, sugars, and sodium are warranted in this vulnerable group.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Anna Faldt, Sahar Nejat, Sofia Edvinsson Sollander, Natalie Durbeej, Anton Holmgren
Summary: A study found that overweight and obesity increased among 3- and 4-year-old children in Sweden during the COVID-19 pandemic. This was especially pronounced in children attending child health centers in lower socioeconomic areas. It highlights the need for efforts to prevent childhood obesity, particularly in disadvantaged areas, due to the potential negative impact of the pandemic on health behaviors in Swedish preschool children.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shai Olansky, Kayleigh M. Beaudry, Stacey Woods, Erin Barbour-Tuck, Kimberley L. Gammage, Panagiota Klentrou, Andrea R. Josse
Summary: The transition to university often leads to negative lifestyle habits that result in weight and fat gain, especially during the first year. While energy expenditure increased over the university years, it was not sufficient to reverse the weight and fat gained in the initial year.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Tianyue Tang, Walter J. J. Gerrits, Carola M. C. van der Peet-schwering, Nicoline M. Soede, Inonge Reimert
Summary: Multi-suckling systems aim to improve animal welfare, but there is a large variation in piglet growth rate. This study investigated the relationship between birthweight and growth rate, and other piglet traits in this system. It was found that birthweight was positively related to survival, growth rate, suckling behavior, milk and feed intake, and skin lesion scores. Regardless of birthweight, fast-growing piglets tended to eat more feed, were less often present at teats of unfamiliar sows, and had more skin lesions.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Han Shi Jocelyn Chew, Felicia Kai Xin Heng, Si Ai Tien, Jie Yun Thian, Hui Shan Chou, Shaun Seh Ern Loong, Wei How Darryl Ang, Nicholas W. S. Chew, Ka-Hei Kenneth Lo
Summary: We conducted an umbrella review that consolidated evidence on the effects of plant-based diets on anthropometric and cardiometabolic outcomes. Seven systematic reviews with meta-analysis representing 51 primary studies were included. The findings suggested significant benefits of plant-based diets on weight, body mass index, waist circumference, fasting blood glucose, and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. However, caution should be exercised in interpreting the results due to the low credibility of evidence and the limited generalizability of findings based on Western eating habits and traditions.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Yoshihiro Yoshimura, Hidetaka Wakabayashi, Ryo Momosaki, Fumihiko Nagano, Takahiro Bise, Sayuri Shimazu, Ai Shiraishi
Summary: In underweight older patients after stroke, stored energy was significantly associated with gains in body weight and skeletal muscle mass. It was estimated that about 9600 kcal were needed to gain 1 kg of body weight, with a 1 kg increase in body weight resulting in a 23.7% increase in skeletal muscle mass and a 45.8% increase in fat mass.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Scarlett D. Karakash, Elliott K. Main, Shen Chih Chang, Gary M. Shaw, David K. Stevenson, Jeffrey B. Gould
Summary: This study uses single year birth certificate data to identify regional and hospital variation in rates of short interpregnancy interval (IPI < 6 months). The results confirm the association between short IPI rates and preterm birth. Variations in short IPI rates are observed among different races and Hispanic nativity.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PERINATOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Amen Ness, Jonathan A. Mayo, Yasser Y. El-Sayed, Maurice L. Druzin, David K. Stevenson, Gary M. Shaw
Summary: This study aimed to understand the reasons behind the decline in preterm birth rates between 2007 and 2011 by describing the rates, subtypes, and risk factors in twins compared with singletons. The study found that the decline in preterm birth in singletons was mainly due to a decrease in medically indicated preterm birth, while both spontaneous and indicated preterm birth declined in twins.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PERINATOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Martin Becker, Jonathan A. Mayo, Nisha K. Phogat, Cecele C. Quaintance, Ana Laborde, Lucy King, Ian H. Gotlib, Brice Gaudilliere, Martin S. Angst, Gary M. Shaw, David K. Stevenson, Nima Aghaeepour, Firdaus S. Dhabhar
Summary: The study aimed to predict the risk of preterm birth and investigate the role of protective factors. Harmful factors like anxiety, pain, tiredness, and perceived risk of birth complications were associated with increased risk, while low happiness and support from parents/siblings and father-of-baby were also associated with increased risk. Machine learning-based analysis identified clusters of factors associated with preterm birth. These findings are important for identifying and intervening in women at risk of preterm birth.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PERINATOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Lucy S. King, Kathryn L. Humphreys, Gary M. Shaw, David K. Stevenson, Ian H. Gotlib
Summary: This study introduces a new measure of adversity called APCA, which assesses both parents' and children's experiences. The results indicate that maternal adversity and children's direct exposure to adversity are associated with emotional and behavioral problems in children.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL CHILD AND ADOLESCENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Andrology
Tony Chen, Chiyuan A. Zhang, Shufeng Li, Alan R. Schroeder, Gary M. Shaw, Michael L. Eisenberg
Summary: This study examined the association between preconception paternal metabolic syndrome status and childhood emergency department visits and hospitalizations. The results showed that the father's preconception metabolic syndrome history is associated with an increased risk of emergency department visits and hospitalizations for the child after birth.
Article
Andrology
Bo Yu, Chiyuan Amy Zhang, Tony Chen, Evan Mulloy, Gary M. Shaw, Michael L. Eisenberg
Summary: Using data from the IBM MarketScan Research database, this study found a potential association between paternal health, including metabolic syndrome, and male genital malformations in offspring. Specifically, fathers with multiple components of metabolic syndrome were observed to have an increased risk of having sons born with hypospadias.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Pagna Sok, Aniko M. Sabo, Lynn M. Almli, Mary N. Jenkins, Wendy Nembhard, A. J. J. Agopian, Michael E. Bamshad, Elizabeth C. Blue, Lawrence L. Brody, Austin L. Brown, Marilyn A. Browne, Mark L. Canfield, Suzan X. Carmichael, Jessica Chong, Shannon L. Dugan-Perez, Marcia H. Feldkamp, Richard A. Finnell, Richard M. Gibbs, Denise Kay, Yunping Lei, Qingchang A. Meng, Cynthia C. Moore, James Mullikin, Donna F. Muzny, Andrew Olshan, Faith Pangilinan, Jennita A. Reefhuis, Paul M. Romitti, Jeremy M. Schraw, Gary M. Shaw, Martha Werler, Sanjiv J. Harpavat, Philip Lupo, Univ Washington
Summary: The etiology of biliary atresia (BA) is complex and still unknown, with recent studies suggesting a potential role for rare protein-altering variants (PAVs). Exome sequencing analysis on child-parent trios, child-mother duo, and parents of children with other birth defects revealed that most cases of BA are isolated. The study did not find strong evidence for recurrent de novo PAVs in BA susceptibility, but highlighted the difficulty in diagnosing BA due to the involvement of genes associated with other syndromes.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL GENETICS PART A
(2023)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Abraham Tsur, Stephanie A. Leonard, Peiyi Kan, Imee A. Datoc, Anna I. Girsen, Gary M. Shaw, David K. Stevenson, Yasser Y. El-Sayed, Maurice L. Druzin, Yair J. Blumenfeld
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the frequency of intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) in pregnant women treated with vaginal progesterone or intramuscular 17 alpha-hydroxyprogesterone caproate for the prevention of preterm birth. The results showed that the risk of cholestasis was significantly increased in pregnant women treated with vaginal progesterone compared to those not treated with any progestogen. However, there was no significant association between 17 alpha-hydroxyprogesterone caproate and cholestasis.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PERINATOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Richard Liang, Danielle M. Panelli, David K. Stevenson, David H. Rehkopf, Gary M. Shaw
Summary: This study examined the associations between glucose measurements during pregnancy and the risk of preterm birth (PTB). The results showed that elevations in all eight glucose measures were associated with an increased risk of PTB. These associations remained consistent after adjusting for sociodemographic and clinical factors.
ANNALS OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yaqi Zhang, Karl G. G. Sylvester, Bo Jin, Ronald J. J. Wong, James Schilling, C. James Chou, Zhi Han, Ruben Y. Y. Luo, Lu Tian, Subhashini Ladella, Lihong Mo, Ivana Maric, Yair J. J. Blumenfeld, Gary L. L. Darmstadt, Gary M. M. Shaw, David K. K. Stevenson, John C. C. Whitin, Harvey J. J. Cohen, Doff B. B. McElhinney, Xuefeng B. B. Ling
Summary: This study identified seven metabolomic biomarkers in urine samples collected from 60 pregnant women, using liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LCMS/MS). A predictive model based on these biomarkers was developed using the XGBoost algorithm and showed good performance in identifying individuals at risk of developing preeclampsia.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Yair J. Blumenfeld, Ivana Maric, David K. Stevenson, Ronald S. Gibbs, Gary M. Shaw
Summary: The study aimed to determine the association between persistent bacterial vaginosis (BV) in pregnancy and the risk of spontaneous preterm birth (sPTB). Analysis of retrospective data from IBM MarketScan Commercial Database showed that women with persistent BV had a higher frequency of sPTB compared to those without BV. Treatment for BV in both the first and second trimester, as well as having three or more prescriptions during pregnancy, were associated with higher odds ratios for sPTB. These findings suggest that persistent BV may pose a higher risk for sPTB than a single episode of BV in pregnancy.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PERINATOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Shannon Pruitt Evans, Elizabeth C. Ailes, Michael R. Kramer, Charles J. Shumate, Jennita Reefhuis, Tabassum Z. Insaf, Mahsa M. Yazdy, Suzan L. Carmichael, Paul A. Romitti, Marcia L. Feldkamp, Dayna T. Neo, Wendy N. Nembhard, Gary M. Shaw, Elizabeth Palmi, Suzanne M. Gilboa
Summary: This study found an association between residing in a census tract with lower socioeconomic status and an increased risk of neural tube defects, particularly spina bifida.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Georgia Pitsava, Nathan Pankratz, John Lane, Wei Yang, Shannon Rigler, Gary M. Shaw, James L. Mills
Summary: This study found a possible association between AP and genetic mutations, specifically in the IQGAP1 and NRCAM genes. Mutations in these genes can lead to decreased cell migration, possibly contributing to the development of AP.
MOLECULAR GENETICS & GENOMIC MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Developmental Biology
Dayna T. L. Neo, Chantel L. L. Martin, Suzan L. Carmichael, Muge M. Gucsavas-Calikoglu, Kristin M. Conway, Shannon Pruitt L. Evans, Marcia L. M. Feldkamp, Suzanne M. Z. Gilboa, Tabassum Z. I. Insaf, Fadi I. M. Musfee, Gary M. Shaw, Charles M. Shumate, Martha M. F. Werler, Andrew F. A. Olshan, Tania A. Desrosiers, Natl Birth Defects Prevention Study
Summary: Young maternal age and low/normal pre-pregnancy BMI are strong risk factors for gastroschisis. This study suggests that neighborhood-level socioeconomic position during pregnancy may modify the associations.
BIRTH DEFECTS RESEARCH
(2023)
Meeting Abstract
Allergy
Ji Won Ha, Juan Aguilera, Youn Soo Jung, Stuart Cansdale, Fred Lurmann, Liza Lutzker, Katharine Hammond, John Balmes, Elizabeth Noth, Ellen Eisen, Nima Aghaeepour, Gary Shaw, Anne Waldrop, Purvesh Khatri, P. J. Utz, Yael Rosenburg-Hasson, Holden Maecker, Trevor Burt, Kari Nadeau, Mary Prunicki
JOURNAL OF ALLERGY AND CLINICAL IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)