Nutrients, Volume 17, Issue 3

(1) Background: Oxidative stress plays a pivotal role in the pathophysiologic of hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). Epidemiological studies have explored the associations of specific antioxidant foods and nutrients with HG. However, evidence regarding the...

Clinical trials consistently demonstrate an inverse correlation between serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D; calcifediol] levels and the risk of symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 disease, complications, and mortality. This systematic review (SR), guided by Bradf...

Background and aims: The Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) is a healthy dietary pattern associated with reduced risk of chronic diseases. However, adherence is declining, particularly among younger populations. Therefore, it is crucial to identify the mai...

Houttuynia cordata Thunb. holds a longstanding reputation as a traditional folk remedy in East Asia, where it has been employed to treat a variety of inflammatory conditions, nephritis, hepatitis and cancer. Despite its extensive use, there exists a...

Background/Objectives: Developing nutrition-oriented and more responsible consumer behaviors is crucial for the well-being of current and future generations. Food choice determinants and concerns of Gen Zs—also referred to as Post-Millennials,...

Background/Objective: Cobalamin (B12) deficiency is reported in 18% of adults with sickle cell disease (SCD) and only 10% without SCD; limited data are available on children. Diagnosing B12 deficiency is challenging given the lack of an established g...

Nutrition and exercise play a pivotal role in counteracting the effects of aging, promoting health, and improving physical fitness in older adults. This perspective study examines their interplay, highlighting their combined potential to preserve mus...

Background: Selenium (Se), a vital trace element, plays a neuroprotective role by mitigating oxidative stress through selenoproteins and regulating metal balance. The apolipoprotein E ε4 allele (APOE4), a significant genetic risk factor for A...

Background/Objectives: Diabetes mellitus is often accompanied by mental health complications, including anxiety, depression, and cognitive decline. Recent research suggested that capsaicin, the active component of chili peppers, may influence mental...

Background/Objectives: The nutritional knowledge and behavior of athletes are considerably influenced by the dietary recommendations of their coaches, which, in turn, affect their health and performance. In the context of social cognitive theory, thi...