Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Julius Melvin Jefferies, Clinical Mental Health and Neurodiversity Services, United States
Diet and nutrition-related disorders such as ARFID, orthorexia, anorexia, and binge-eating disorder are often misunderstood as solely behavioral. In reality, these disorders are deeply interwoven with trauma, attachment disruptions, sensory sensitivities, neurodivergence, and co- [....] » Read More
Title : Impact of BDNF rs6265 variation on obesity and personalized diets in Koreans
Myoungsook Lee, Sungshin Women’s University, Korea, Republic of
Recently, the direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic testing system has been implemented in Korea, allowing individuals to obtain genetic information for non-clinical purposes. Although genes such as FTO, MC4R, and BDNF have been approved as candidate obesity-related markers for increa [....] » Read More
Title : The evolving health benefits of macular carotenoids - Emerging clinical evidence to support visual and cognitive performance during early childhood and for dry eye conditions
Deshanie Rai, OmniActive Health Technologies, United States
The macular carotenoids, lutein, RR-zeaxanthin, and RS-meso-zeaxanthin are widely recognized in supporting several aspects of vision performance through the lifecycle. Research over the past 200 plus years has lent credence to their biological plausibility based on their unique b [....] » Read More
Title : Sports nutrition from a historical perspective
Tuna Turgut, Bartın University, Turkey
Athlete nutrition has evolved through the course of human history, shaped by environmental, cultural, and biological factors. During the Paleolithic era, humans led a hunter-gatherer lifestyle, relying on a diet rich in protein and natural foods. This nutritional model supported [....] » Read More
Title : Sirtuin 3 is a major control point for lycopene preventing atrazine-induced cardiac senescence
Xuenan Li, Northeast Agricultural University, China
Atrazine (ATZ), a widely used and persistent environmental contaminant, poses significant risks to human health and food safety. Its association with cardiac fibrosis, oxidative stress, and aging phenotypes in cardiomyocytes is evident. Lycopene (LYC), a potent antioxidant from n [....] » Read More
Title : Fish meal and its alternatives in fish feed to reduce the cost of production
Oyas Ahmad Asimi, SKUAST K, India
Feed is one of the most important input costs in aquaculture to run the fish farms. In a good aquaculture system, the difference between income and the gross profit is indicated by production costs. This implies that every aquaculture venture's financial success is determined [....] » Read More
Title : On assessment of reliability and validity of child anthropometric measurements in India
Ritankar Chakraborty, International Institute for Population Sciences, India
The Integrated Child Development Service (ICDS) programme, launched in India in 1975 to combat child malnutrition, relies on accurate anthropometric measurements, as errors can undermine the impact of its services. This study evaluates the reliability and validity of child anthro [....] » Read More
Title : Seasonal and annual trends in wasting among under-5 children in India: Results from multiple large scale national surveys
Ritankar Chakraborty, International Institute for Population Sciences, India
Wasting among Under-5 children is an important indicator of acute malnutrition, and is also a predictor of under-five mortality. A wasted child has increased risk of mortality as well as future episodes of stunting/wasting. In India, the prevalence of wasting is quite high as com [....] » Read More
Title : Nutritional deficiencies in Morocco: Achievements and perspectives
Rjimati El Arbi, International University of Casablanca, Morocco
Morocco has considered the fight against micronutrient deficiencies as a priority for half a century. The various actions developed since 1972 have contributed to reducing the prevalence of these deficiencies and consequently lowering the level of maternal and infant morbidity an [....] » Read More
Title : Assessment of the impact of adherence to gluten-free diet and other determinants on quality of life in children, adolescents and adults with celiac disease using specific instruments
Aicha Bourrahouat, Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco
Gluten-free diet is a lonely lifelong management for patients with celiac disease, which may affect their quality of life (QoL). This can be evaluated by generic or specific instruments. We used a specific-CD instrument to Moroccan-Arabic version (M-CD-DUX), and then apply it to [....] » Read More
Title : Development of a novel yogurt product from camel and goat milk sweetened with dates
Benyahia FA, Mentouri Brothers University, Algeria
Camel milk and goat milk have high nutritional and medicinal value, but their sensory characteristics can be unappealing to some consumers. In this study, we developed a novel yogurt product by combining camel milk, goat milk, thermophilic cultures and sweetened with dates. The r [....] » Read More
Title : Formulation of functional Lben with Lactobacillus probiotic strains isolated from Algerian traditional cheese Bouhezza
Aissaoui Zitoun Ouarda, Freres Mentouri University, Algeria
Algerian Lben is a traditional beverage, obtained by a spontaneous coagulation of raw milk, which is, subsequently, churned and partially skimmed. This fermented beverage holds cultural significance, and its traditional value provides a compelling foundation for probiotic innovat [....] » Read More
Title : Development, optimization, and characterization of vitamin C-fortified oleogel-based chewable gels and a novel nondestructive analysis method for the vitamin C assay
Mannan Hajimahmoodi, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Chewable gels represent an excellent alternative to oral dosage forms, such as tablets and capsules, owing to their appealing appearance, easy swallowing, and attractive colors. Given the inherent instability of vitamin C, particularly within chewable gels, it is imperative to en [....] » Read More
Title : Evaluation of the quality of professional trainings by teachers as part of the EQVEGAN project
Jakub Michal Kurek, Poznan University of Life Sciences, Poland
Over the past few years, there has been a growing number of consumers interested in food made from plant-based raw materials. Therefore, the number of consumers aiming to reduce their meat consumption is increasing globally. This, in turn, has led to a rapid rise in demand for ve [....] » Read More
Title : Efficacy and safety of green-lipped mussel powder in adults with knee osteoarthritis: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
Bong Jin Shin, Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital, Korea, Republic of
Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of green-lipped mussel (GLM, Perna canaliculus) powder supplementation in reducing knee joint pain and improving functional outcomes in adults with knee osteoarthritis (KOA). Methods: A total of 80 parti [....] » Read More