Nutrients, Volume 17, Issue 11

Background: Chronic alcohol intake impairs intestinal function, while L-theanine (LTA) may support intestinal health. However, the protective effects of LTA to chronic alcoholic intestinal injuries remain unclear. Methods: SD rats were administered L...

Background: Effective management of postprandial glycemic control is critical for diabetic patients, as elevated postprandial glucose levels can lead to complications such as cardiovascular disease and neuropathy. This study evaluates isomaltulose, a...

Background/Objectives: Obesity during pregnancy is strongly related to increased insulin resistance, and subsequent development of metabolic syndrome-like disorders, such as glucose intolerance, pre-eclampsia, as well as preterm birth, and cesarean d...

Objectives: The global rise in dementia prevalence is escalating the socioeconomic burden, prompting efforts in prevention and treatment. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of an 8-week oral nutrition supplement (ONS) program with or without a...

Bacopa monnieri, also known as Brahmi or Waterhyssop, is a plant used in Ayurveda for its memory-enhancing properties and control of blood sugar levels. It contains active compounds such as alkaloids, saponins, and cucurbitacins, which have various b...

Objectives: Food insecurity (FI) represents a significant global public health issue, yet existing literature presents inconsistent findings regarding its association with mortality risk. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to synthesize a...

Objectives: Dietary conditions are closely related to maternal health. This study aims to investigate the causal relationship between the first–second-trimester Dietary Inflammatory Index (DII) and developing anemia in the third trimester. Meth...

Lipid metabolism is involved in the development and progression of widespread chronic diseases, making it a crucial area of study in medicine and public health [...]

Malnutrition is one of the stronger predictors of morbi-mortality in end-stage kidney disease patients. Moreover, malnutrition in hospitalized patients severely affects multiple clinical outcomes, increasing the risk of complications. The Nutritional...

Background/Objectives: Obesity pharmacotherapy vastly improved the treatment of the disease of obesity. However, GLP-1 receptor agonists and GIP/GLP-1 dual agonists may lead to nutritional complications, including severe caloric restriction, micronut...