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nutrition

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Nutrition science explores how the food we eat shapes our health, from cellular function to long-term disease prevention. This field moves beyond simple dietary advice to investigate complex biological mechanisms, nutrient interactions, and the impact of eating patterns on public well-being. Because research evolves rapidly, staying current with the latest findings is essential for understanding what truly drives better health outcomes.

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Prevalence, risk factors, nature, and nutritional impact of sexual abuse among young girls: A school-based study

This school-based study in Nepal reveals that sexual abuse affects one-third of adolescent girls, is significantly associated with lower maternal education and joint family structures, and is strongly linked to severe nutritional deficits such as thinness and stunting, suggesting that anthropometric screening could serve as a critical indicator for identifying underlying trauma.

Yadav, N., Yadav, A., YADAV, N.2026-03-20
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Cost-effectiveness of addressing constraints in childhood acute malnutrition management in Malawi using the Thanzi La Onse health system simulation framework

Using the Thanzi La Onse simulation framework, this study demonstrates that the most cost-effective strategy for managing childhood acute malnutrition in Malawi is an integrated approach combining improved caregiver recognition of early symptoms with expanded availability of therapeutic food supplements, which is projected to avert over 840,000 DALYs over five years at a modest cost.

Janouskova, E., Li Lin, I., Mnjowe, E., Mulwafu, W., Connolly, E., Mohan, S., Nkhoma, D., Seal, A., Mfutso-Bengo, J., Ch (…)2026-03-06
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Manitoba Interdisciplinary Lactation Center (MILC): A bench-to-population human milk biorepository and research platform protocol

The Manitoba Interdisciplinary Lactation Center (MILC) is a novel, globally accessible research platform that integrates standardized human milk biobanking, detailed parent-child feeding questionnaires, and linked provincial administrative data to overcome methodological limitations in lactation research and advance the study of human milk composition, maternal-child health, and societal determinants.

Lotoski, L. C., Ames, S. R., Johnston, A., Fehr, K., Azad, M. B.2026-03-02
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Adhering to dietary guidelines does not yield flavanol intake levels associated with beneficial cardiovascular effects

This study demonstrates that adhering to current dietary guidelines for fruit and vegetable intake is insufficient to achieve the 500 mg/day flavanol intake level associated with cardiovascular benefits, suggesting that specific dietary reference values for flavanols may be necessary.

Ottaviani, J. I., Erdman, J. W., Steinberg, F. M., Manson, J. E., Sesso, H. D., Schroeter, H., Kuhnle, G. G. C.2026-02-26
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A Bayesian Bivariate Spatial Analysis of the Shared and Distinct Determinants of Stunting and Wasting Among Children in Ethiopia: Evidence from the 2019 Mini DHS

Using a Bayesian bivariate spatial analysis of 2019 Mini DHS data, this study reveals that while stunting and wasting in Ethiopian children share common socio-economic and biological risk factors, they exhibit largely independent geographic patterns, necessitating tailored interventions that address both chronic and acute malnutrition.

Haile, Y. T.2026-02-23
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Weight management needs in under-resourced communities elicited using storyboarding and a realist lens: A qualitative study

Using storyboarding and a realist lens in a qualitative study of under-resourced communities, this paper reveals that effective weight management requires shifting from short-term to long-term, multicomponent interventions that address contextual barriers like cost and mental health while providing robust, accessible psychological support.

Brown, T. J., Mahoney, K., Naughton, F., Tham, N. A. Q., Khadjesari, Z.2026-02-17
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Cross-sectional and longitudinal associations between dietary intake and depressive symptoms in young South African adults: The African-PREDICT study

This five-year prospective cohort study of young South African adults found that higher daily milk intake is associated with a lower risk of developing depression, while greater consumption of vegetables, calcium, and fiber is linked to a lower prevalence of depressive symptoms, suggesting dietary interventions could aid in mental health prevention.

Jansen van Vuren, E., O'Neil, A., Ashtree, D. N., Lane, M. M., Orr, R., Pieters, M., Van Zyl, T.2026-02-15
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Almond Consumption Improves Inflammatory Profiles Independent of Weight Change: A 6-Week Randomized Controlled Trial in Adults with Obesity

A six-week randomized controlled trial demonstrates that daily almond consumption significantly improves systemic inflammatory profiles in adults with obesity independent of weight change, supporting their inclusion in healthy dietary patterns to attenuate obesity-related inflammation.

Adepoju, A., Rabbani, E., Brickey, P., Vieira-Potter, V., Dhillon, J.2026-02-04