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Jun 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2381-862X.jwrh-15-820
Debbie M SmithCorresponding author
Although structured taught aquatic baby programmes (STABPs) are one of the earliest forms of physical activity, the possible impacts of structured taught aquatic baby programmes are unknown. This study aims to understand the perceived impact that attending STABPs has on parents/carers, their baby/ch…
Mar 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2997-2108.jcc-15-856
Hanan PolanskyCorresponding author
This paper explores the potential of Gene‑Eden‑VIR as an adjunctive approach for cervical cancer prevention or management. The discussion reviews proposed antiviral and immunomodulatory mechanisms, existing evidence, and safety considerations. The authors call for controlled trials to clarify effica…
Feb 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2328-0182.japst-15-855
Emmanuel Ilesanmi AdeyeyeCorresponding author
An investigation into the proximate, mineral and antinutitional constitutents of natural cocoa powder (NCP), natural cocoa liquor (NCL) and alkalized cocoa powder (ACP) was carried out. Other parameters investigated were: energy values as contributed to the total metabolisable energy by protein, fat…
May 2015 DOI 10.14302/issn.2379-7835.ijn-14-584
David W. HeyCorresponding author
During the past three decades the prevalence of childhood obesity has steadily increased in the United States. Causes of childhood obesity are complex and include numerous individual and environmental factors. The purpose of this study was to determine parent perceptions on the social-ecological bar…
May 2015 DOI 10.14302/issn.2379-7835.ijn-14-588
Luciana BaroniCorresponding author
Plant foods are staples of many cultures in the world. Conversely, the appearance of vegetarianism in Western countries is a relatively recent phenomenon, showing an upward trend: people following vegetarian diets (both lacto-ovo-vegetarian-LOV and vegan-VEG), account today for about 10% of the West…
May 2015 DOI 10.14302/issn.2644-0105.jbfb-14-547
Gianluca Di LuigiCorresponding author
Background: Scientific research is constantly expanding our knowledge of nutritional needs in pregnancy and lactation. In June 2014 the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued draft-revised advice encouraging pregnant women, those who might become preg…
Jan 2014 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-13-edt.1.3
B. SharmaCorresponding author
This hypothesis‑driven review considers phytochemicals with putative anti‑HIV activity. It summarizes proposed mechanisms, in vitro evidence, and formulation issues, and calls for standardized assays and clinical trials to determine real‑world efficacy and safety.
Dec 2012 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-12-edt.1.1
Christophe MarchandCorresponding author
This editorial discusses combination strategies that concurrently target viral replication and host factors in HIV therapy. It surveys candidate mechanisms, potential benefits, and safety considerations, advocating rigorous trials to balance efficacy with tolerability in diverse patient populations.