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Soybean products have nutrients, dietary fiber, and phytoalexins beneficial for cardiovascular and overall health. Despite their high consumption in Asian populations, their safety in Western diets is debated. We conducted a dose-escalating clinical...

Object-related accidents among older adults often result from inadequately designed furniture and fixtures that do not accommodate age-related changes. However, technologies for quantitatively capturing how furniture and fixtures assist the body in d...

Press-through packaging (PTP) is the most common type of drug packaging in Japan, and a production procedure for PTP has been established at an acceptable cost. However, unknown problems and new needs with regard to safety among users of various age-...

As numerous nations transition into digital and aging societies, the digital divide has emerged as a significant impediment to older adults’ autonomous engagement in the digital society. Enhancing the well-being of elderly individuals through r...

Background: Although smart products improve older adults’ quality of life, their acceptance and usage of smart assistive devices remain relatively low, and the influencing factors remain unclear. Methods: This study takes canes, which are commo...

Use of medical marijuana is increasing in the United States and older adults are the fastest growing user group. There is little information about the characteristics and outcomes related to medical marijuana use. This study is a descriptive analysis...

This study addresses the problem of agricultural waste utilization and nutrition for older adults by developing a food product based on a circular design approach. Pineapple core was used to produce a clean-label dietary powder without chemical or en...

As dietary needs shift with the growing and aging population, there is a demand for food products that meet nutritional, safety, and tribological requirements while being cost-effective. Seniors must be given significant consideration in new product...

With the ageing of society, the number of households with older individuals or couples living alone is increasing. An “ageing-in-place” approach allows older adults to continue to live at home and receive help only when needed. However, t...

Background/Objectives: Fear of falling (FOF) and falls are prevalent issues among older adults, leading to activity restriction, decreased quality of life, and increased dependency. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of a nurse-led health ed...

ThickenUp® Gel Express (TUGE) is a new, xanthan- and acacia-gum-based, liquid, thickening product. In independently living older adults with oropharyngeal dysphagia (OD), we assessed: (1) the rheological properties of TUGE; (2) its therapeutic ef...

Background/objectives: Falls are a leading cause of traumatic injury and hospitalization for adults over the age of 65. While common, bed-related falls are relatively understudied when compared to ambulatory falls. The aim of this study is to charact...

Dietary supplements are readily available over the counter in the United States and are used by the majority of older adults to address a variety of concerns and conditions. Many older adults report using dietary supplements for cognitive health&mdas...

Food packaging helps in labeling, transport, preservation, and the safety of food. Safety is especially critical in processing foods for vulnerable populations like infants/children, individuals with medical conditions, and older adults. These groups...

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) causes significant morbidity and mortality, especially in young children and the elderly. RSV vaccine development puzzled vaccinologists for years. Safety concerns of initial formulations, the lack of an absolute cor...

Background: Pandemic influenza may cause substantial morbidity and mortality, especially in older adults and those with immunosuppressive conditions. Methods: In this phase 3, stratified, randomized, controlled, observer-blind, multicenter trial, we...

A cell-based process may be better suited for vaccine production during a highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) pandemic. This was a phase 3, randomized, controlled, observer-blind, multicenter study evaluated safety, immunogenicity, and lot-to-lo...

The rising use of medicinal plant food supplements in Europe reflects a growing consumer shift toward natural health solutions and sustainability-driven lifestyles. The study aims to synthesize current literature and regulatory frameworks to better u...

Background: Alternative tobacco product (ATP) use has bee linked to critical illness, however, few studies have examined the use of these substances in critically ill populations. We sought to examine ATP use within critically ill patients and to def...

Background: Diet quality significantly influences metabolic health, obesity, and non-communicable disease risk. Functional foods and nutraceuticals, rich in bioactive compounds, may enhance health outcomes beyond basic nutrition, particularly when co...

Food waste in households is a consequence of the accumulation of improper practices employed by consumers when dealing with food. The survey estimated the impact of practices of Polish respondents, in the context of selected food safety and hygiene i...

Background: Viral influenza infection causes serious health issues especially when an outbreak occurs. Although influenza virus vaccines are available and each year manufactures modify the vaccine depending on the expected mutated strain, it is still...

Centella asiatica is reputed in Eastern medicine to improve cognitive function in humans. Preclinical studies have demonstrated that aqueous extracts of C. asiatica improve cognition in mouse models of aging and Alzheimer’s disease (AD) through...

Background/Objectives: Circulating influenza strains antigenically differing from vaccine antigens increase disease burden by decreasing vaccine efficacy. Nucleoside-modified mRNA (modRNA) influenza vaccines may facilitate rapid production allowing l...

Background: Dengue virus infection is a significant challenge for global health, with 100 million symptomatic cases, 2.3 million DALYs and 20,000 deaths annually. Dengue vaccines must provide long-lasting immunity against all four virus serotypes, es...

The conservation of endangered species and sustainability of managed populations requires considerations to ensure the health and welfare of individuals. Male elephants experience a biological phenomenon called “musth”, which is character...

Asthma is a chronic and multifaceted respiratory condition that affects over 300 million individuals across the globe. It is characterized by persistent inflammation of the airways, which leads to episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness...

This study aims to evaluate the acceptance and risk perception of pregnant and non pregnant women towards COVID-19 vaccines using a cross-sectional matched-sample study approach. A web-based questionnaire with closed- and open-ended questions was adm...

Background/Objectives: Recently, concerns about age-related conditions, such as sarcopenia and chronic inflammation, have increased owing to the global acceleration of population aging. Notably, these conditions are interrelated and further exacerbat...

Background: Probiotics have been shown to enhance cognitive function in individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), but their efficacy varies, depending on the strain and dosage. Objectives: Clinical investigations are crucial to confirm their...