Overweight and Obesity in COVID-19: Impact on Disease Severity
Higher body mass index shows a dose-response relationship with severe COVID-19 outcomes, underscoring the importance of obesity management and weight loss interventions in reducing disease severity and mitigating healthcare resource utilization in the pandemic.
October 2021
Gastrointestinal Sequelae of COVID-19: Post-Discharge Symptoms
Gastrointestinal symptoms such as loss of appetite, nausea, acid reflux, and diarrhea persist in COVID-19 patients up to 3 months after discharge, highlighting the need for long-term monitoring and supportive care interventions in post-acute COVID-19 management.
October 2021
Diet and Acne: Impact of Dietary Factors on Skin Health
Several dietary factors, including glycemic index, dairy, fast food, and chocolate, are associated with acne development, underscoring the role of diet in modulating skin health and informing dietary recommendations for acne management.
October 2021
Coffee, Caffeine, and Health: Understanding the Role in a Balanced Diet
Moderate consumption of coffee or tea can be part of a healthy lifestyle, offering potential benefits for cognitive function, metabolism, and overall well-being when consumed as part of a balanced diet and lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of mindful caffeine intake in promoting health.
Februery 2021
Obesity in Adolescents and Food Decision Making: Insights into Prefrontal Cortex Development
Reviewing prefrontal cortex development in adolescence and its relationship with excessive calorie consumption sheds light on the neurobiological mechanisms underlying obesity risk, informing targeted interventions and behavioral strategies for promoting healthier food choices in adolescents.
Februery 2021
Saturated Fats and Health: Revisiting Dietary Recommendations
Reduction in saturated fat intake does not confer beneficial effects on cardiovascular disease and total mortality, with protective effects against stroke observed instead, challenging traditional dietary guidelines and highlighting the need for nuanced dietary recommendations based on updated evidence.
Februery 2021
Management of Constipation in Parkinsonism: Strategies for Improving Quality of Life
Constipation negatively affects quality of life and medication absorption in patients with Parkinsonism, necessitating comprehensive management strategies, including dietary modifications, pharmacological interventions, and lifestyle adjustments, to alleviate symptoms and optimize bowel function.
January 2021
Anorexia Nervosa Management Strategies: Optimizing Treatment Outcomes
Effective management of anorexia nervosa requires a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach incorporating nutritional rehabilitation, psychotherapy, and medical monitoring to address physical and psychological symptoms and improve long-term recovery prospects for affected individuals.
January 2021
Loss of Taste and Smell in COVID-19: Association with Flu-Like Symptoms
Chemosensory dysfunction, particularly loss of taste and smell, is strongly associated with COVID-19 infection in ambulatory individuals presenting with flu-like symptoms, suggesting potential utility as a diagnostic marker for identifying infected individuals in community settings.
December 2020
COVID-19 Digestive Compromise: Understanding the Role of the Gastrointestinal Tract
The gastrointestinal tract emerges as a potential route of SARS-CoV-2 transmission and invasion, underscoring the need for comprehensive understanding and management of digestive symptoms in COVID-19 patients.
December 2020
