1. IntroductionIt is now well-confirmed that nutritional status including body weight status, before and during gestation, determines pregnancy outcomes, development of the fetus, and growth of the newborn . Maternal nutritional status,…
In tropical regions, forage trees and shrubs are a major source of energy, protein, vitamins, and minerals for ruminant livestock during the dry seasons . These kinds of woody plants in arid and semi-arid areas regenerate very fast…
ARL only large MA animal welfare agency with dedicated Community Cat program
Following a record-setting 2023, the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) continues to see a dramatic increase in the intake of community cats.
In 2023,…
Maria Elena Acosta, MPH1; Emma V. Sanchez-Vaznaugh, MPH, ScD1; Mika Matsuzaki, MPH, MS, PhD2; Nancy Barba, MPH1; Brisa N. Sánchez, MS, ScM, PhD3 (View author affiliations)
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Odds of CDI scores ≤25th percentile in relation to prenatal acetaminophen exposurea. Odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals for the relationship of prenatal…
1. IntroductionDietary risk factors are a major cause of global illness . Understanding the role of external factors, such as the food environment around the individual (here determined by place of residence), is important regarding…
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U.S. adults’ usual sodium intake consistently exceeds national guidelines. Given associations between excess sodium intake and hypertension risk, the Chronic Disease Risk Reduction (CDRR)…
Discussion
In 2019, fruit and vegetable intake among U.S. adults remained low, with only approximately one in 10 adults meeting either recommendation; differences were found by state, age, sex, race/ethnicity, and household income.…
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Good nutrition is important for young children’s health. Dietary guidelines support daily intake of fruits and vegetables and limited intake of sugar-sweetened beverages.
What is added by…