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38 articles for “Nutritional disorders”
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Usefulness of Video Assisted Education Programme Concerning Awareness on Management of Selected Nutritional Deficiency Disorders Among Mother of Adolescent Girls at Selected Rural Area of Kolar Taluk
Abstract: Background: With an estimated 190 million adolescents, 22% of whom are girls, India has one of the fastest increasing youth populations in the world. Adolescence, as defined by the WHO, is the period between the ages of 10 and 19, which provides a window of opportunity for improving nutritional status and reversing unhealthy eating habits. A growth spurt, or a time when growth is incredibly rapid, is what defines adolescence. …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Mint Leaf Chutney Administration on Improving Iron Deficiency Anemia Among Adolescent Girls in Selected Pre-University Colleges at Kolar
Abstract: Iron deficiency anemia remains a prevalent nutritional disorder among adolescent girls, particularly in developing regions. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of mint leaves chutney in improving iron deficiency anemia among adolescent girls in selected pre-university colleges at Kolar. A quasi-experimental research design was adopted, involving 60 adolescent girls aged 15–18 years who were screened and found to be anemic based on their hemoglobin levels. Participants were selected using …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 Read article
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Macro and Micronutrient Interactions with Malnutrition after Nutrition Education Intervention, Specifically with Regard to Nutritional Therapy and Diet Modification
Abstract: Nutrition and food have a crucial role in creating and sustaining optimum health. Physicians are interested in providing their patients with clinical nutrition therapy, but little is known about how they adhere to specific nutrition, in my opinion. Foods can contain a variety of various amounts and qualities of nourishing ingredients, which together make up nutrition. Patients in nutrition therapy learn how to make informed decisions once they select the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology Read article
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Assessment of dietary sources, eating habits, and lifestyle among Pharmacy students in India
Abstract: Aim and Objective: Balanced Diet and their sources play a vital role in maintaining physical, mental and health, especially in college students and in teenagers. Knowledge regarding the dietary source, and eating habits of Pharmacy students is important as health care professionals play critical and central role in management and in accessing the quality of health care population. The purpose of this survey study is assessment of dietary sources, eating …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 49–55 Read article
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Diet-Driven Enhancement of Immune Resilience, Disease Resistance, and Performance: Mechanistic Insights, Nutritional Interventions, and Implications for Sustainable Dairy Development
Abstract: This review synthesizes current knowledge on how dietary strategies can strengthen immune resilience, improve disease resistance, and enhance productive performance in dairy systems while advancing sustainable development. Immune function in dairy cattle is profoundly influenced by nutrition, with energy, protein, essential amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds playing critical roles in shaping both innate and adaptive immune responses. Suboptimal nutrition impairs immune competence, increases susceptibility to infectious …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 15–24 Read article
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Air Pollution and Immune Disorders in Women from Urban Punjab: A Clinical and Epidemiological Study
Abstract: Background: Urban Punjab, particularly cities like Ludhiana, Amritsar, and Jalandhar, experiences some of the highest air pollution levels in India due to industrial activity, vehicular emissions, and agricultural practices. Despite this, gender-specific health impacts—especially related to immune function—remain inadequately studied. Objective of the study is to investigate the relationship between air pollution exposure and immune-related disorders in women residing in urban Punjab. A cross-sectional study was conducted from 2022 to …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Noise and Pollution Control · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 36–40 Read article
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Dental and Oral Health Challenges in Patients with Eating Disorders: An Updated Review
Abstract: Eating disorders are complicated psychiatric disorders with profound systemic and oral health implications that are often not identified in clinical practice. Dietary restriction, binge eating, and self-induced vomiting are disorders eating behavior that negatively impact the oral cavity via nutritional deficiency, exposure to acid, malfunction of salivary activities, and changes in immune and microbial. These processes lead to a wide spectrum of oral and dental effects such as dental erosion, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 17, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 25–34 Read article
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Surajmukhi (Helianthus annuus L.): Medicinal Importance in Unani Literature and Modern Evidence
Abstract: Helianthus annuus L. (Sunflower), belonging to the family Asteraceae, is a well-recognized plant in both traditional and modern systems of medicine. In Unani medicine, it is described under the name “Shams-ul-Nahar,” attributed with specific Mizaj (temperament) and pharmacological actions. The plant is considered to possess a hot and moist temperament (Har Ratab), and different parts, including its seeds, oil, and leaves, have been employed in classical formulations. Sunflower seeds are …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 52–65 Read article
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Successful Treatment of Clinical Ketosis in Dairy Cattle
Abstract: Ketosis is a post-parturient metabolic disease encountered in high yielders due to imbalance in production and feeding leading to gluconeogenesis along with formation of abnormally high levels of ketone bodies. The disorder is particularly seen within the first few weeks after calving. It arises due to a negative energy balance when energy demands for milk production exceed dietary energy intake, leading to excessive mobilization of body fat reserves and resulting …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Partitioning Dynamics of Nutrients in Transition Dairy Cows: Metabolic, Hormonal, and Cellular Mechanisms Affecting Lactation and Fertility
Abstract: This review critically examines nutrient partitioning dynamics in dairy cows during the transition phase, a period that profoundly affects lactation and reproductive performance. During this phase, cows experience extensive physiological changes that alter nutrient requirements and utilization, making effective management essential for health and productivity. The review synthesizes current research on mechanisms of nutrient partitioning, with particular attention to energy, protein, and mineral balance, which are crucial for optimizing milk …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Holistic Concept & Management of Male Sexual Disorders in Integrative Unani Medicine
Abstract: Sexual medicine or sexology is a multidimensional field that encompasses a wide variety of sexual dysfunctions and their management by counseling, sex therapy, and drugs. It is very difficult to know the actual prevalence of sexual problems in India. It is estimated that 5 –15% of persons of reproductive age group suffer from sexual disorders or have unsatisfactory sexual relationships. The most common sexual disorders include erectile dysfunction, ejaculatory disorders, …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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Rumen Microbial Adaptation to Dietary Shifts: Mechanisms, Challenges, and Implications for Sustainable Ruminant Production
Abstract: Rumen microbiota play a central role in the digestion and fermentation of dietary components, directly influencing the health and productivity of ruminants. Dietary shifts, such as transitioning from forage-based diets to concentrate-rich diets or incorporating feed additives, induce significant changes in the composition, structure, and functional dynamics of the rumen microbial community. These adaptations, while essential for maintaining microbial homeostasis, can also lead to transient imbalances, including risks of acidosis, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 17–26 Read article
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Recombinant Proteins and Nested Gene Regulation: Nutrient Driven Immune Response and Disease Resistance in Livestock
Abstract: Livestock production systems are increasingly challenged by infectious diseases, metabolic disorders, and environmental stressors that reduce productivity and compromise animal health. Advances in molecular biology and animal nutrition now offer new opportunities to strengthen disease resistance through integrated strategies that combine recombinant protein technologies, gene regulatory mechanisms, and nutrient mediated immune modulation. This review examines how recombinant proteins and nested gene regulation interact to shape nutrient driven immune responses in …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Calf Mortality in the Tropics: Multidimensional Challenges and Implications for Sustainable Dairy Development
Abstract: Calf mortality remains a significant challenge in tropical dairy farming, posing threats to productivity and sustainability. This review explores the multifactorial factors contributing to calf mortality in the tropics, including environmental stress, infectious diseases, nutritional deficiencies, management practices, genetic factors, and social dynamics. Tropical climates, characterized by extreme temperature variations, humidity, and poor shelter, exacerbate stress and compromise calf health. Infectious diseases, such as bacterial, viral, and parasitic infections, coupled …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 7–23 Read article
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Unlocking the Healing Powers of Aṣl Khāliṣ (Honey): Exploring Its Functional and Therapeutic Potential
Abstract: Aṣl Khāliṣ (honey) as a natural product has grabbed the attention of researchers as a reciprocal and indispensable remedy. Honey has been used to heal both internal and external ailments for much longer than medicine has existed. Unani scholars have mentioned its action in classical literature as a nutritional agent, as well as a natural food supplement with therapeutic antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, cleansing, deobstruent, lithotryptic, and wound-healing properties. According to contemporary …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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Retained Placenta in Dairy Cows: Causes, Consequences and Effective Strategies for Sustainable Dairy Development
Abstract: Retained placenta (RP) is a common reproductive disorder in dairy cows that poses a significant threat to reproductive efficiency, milk yield, and overall herd productivity. The condition, characterized by the failure to expel fetal membranes within 24 hours post-calving, results from a complex interplay of metabolic, endocrine, nutritional, and management-related factors. Key causative agents include dystocia, twin births, premature calving, mineral imbalances, oxidative stress, immune suppression, and hormonal disruptions, particularly …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 Read article
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The Impact of Food Fortification on Health and Nutrition
Abstract: This comprehensive study explores the critical role that food fortification plays in enhancing nutritional outcomes and overall health. Through an extensive review of existing literature, this article explores the diverse ways in which fortifying foods with essential nutrients positively influences public health. This analysis encompasses the benefits of fortification by addressing micronutrient deficiencies, promoting overall well-being, and preventing various health conditions. Food fortification is a pivotal intervention in the realm …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Ayurvedic Nutritional Interventions for Menstrual and Reproductive Health: A Narrative Review
Abstract: Menstrual health is a reflection of a woman’s reproductive health. A proper understanding of menstrual patterns helps in assessing women’s overall health. The menstrual period is a vital process involving endometrial regeneration and the initiation of follicular growth, which ultimately builds the foundation for a healthy offspring. Ayurveda describes various unique regimens for women. Adherence to these regimens helps prevent and manage growing menstrual disorders and infertility, along with the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Green Pastures, Healthy Herd: The Intricate Interplay of Nutrition, Milk Yield, Reproduction, and Welfare in Dairy Cows
Abstract: The study explores the intricate interplay between green pastures, nutrition, milk yield, reproduction, and welfare in dairy cows, emphasizing the multifaceted benefits of pasture-based systems. Green grass serves as a natural, nutrient-rich feed source that supports optimal dairy cow performance by providing essential nutrients such as energy, proteins, vitamins, and minerals, which are crucial for high milk production. The natural grazing behavior associated with green pastures enhances rumen function, facilitating …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 51–66 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Nutritional Supplements
Abstract: The role of nutrition and nutraceuticals in human health and disease, covering macronutrients, micronutrients, organic acids, trace and macro minerals, vitamins, and bioactive compounds. It outlines biochemical structures, dietary sources, metabolism, physiological functions, and deficiency states of carbohydrates, proteins and amino acids, and fats. Key organic acids, choline, and taurine are described for their metabolic and digestive roles. The document evaluates dietary supplements, functional foods, nutraceuticals, designer foods, and medicinal …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 17, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 40–81 Read article