https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Index en-au 5 The impact of sample type on vitamin d quantification and clinical classification during pregnancy https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:42678 Wed 31 Aug 2022 16:53:30 AEST ]]> The joint effects of diet and dietary supplements in relation to obesity and cardiovascular Disease over a 10-Year follow-Up: A longitudinal study of 69,990 participants in Australia https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:43455 p < 0.001); whilst those with an unhealthy diet and no MVM or fish oil consumption were associated with a higher risk of obesity (p < 0.05). Compared to participants with a long-term healthy diet and no calcium consumption, the combination of a long-term healthy diet and calcium consumption was linked to a lower risk of CVD (IRR = 0.87, 95% CI: 0.78; 0.96). In conclusion, a long-term healthy diet combined with MVM or fish oil was associated with a lower incidence of CVD. Participants who maintained a healthy diet and used calcium supplements were associated with a lower incidence of obesity. However, these associations were not found among those with an unhealthy diet, despite taking similar supplements.]]> Wed 28 Sep 2022 14:35:09 AEST ]]> Plasma Trimethylamine N-Oxide Levels Are Associated with Poor Kidney Function in People with Type 2 Diabetes https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:52825 8.38 µmol/L) presented relatively elevated serum creatinine levels and a higher number of people with CKD than those in the lower quartiles. TMAO levels were significantly correlated with kidney function biomarkers, including estimated glomerular filtration rate and urinary albumin to creatinine ratio. The association between TMAO and CKD was evident (p < 0.0001) and remained significant after adjusting for risk factors of kidney disease, including age, gender, body mass index, duration of diabetes, and smoking. These findings suggest the association between plasma TMAO and CKD in patients with T2D.]]> Wed 28 Feb 2024 16:34:56 AEDT ]]> Carbohydrate Counting, Empowerment and Glycemic Outcomes in Adolescents and Young Adults with Long Duration of Type 1 Diabetes https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:53985 9 years, mean HbA1c of 55.4 mmol/mol) answered the questionnaire. We found that most participants (79.3%) who learn ACC, at onset or later, continue to use the method. A higher level of empowerment was associated with lower HbA1c (p = 0.021), making patient empowerment an important factor in achieving optimal glycemic outcomes. No associations were found between ACC and empowerment or glycemic outcomes. A mixed strategy, only using ACC sometimes when insulin dosing for meals, was associated with the lowest empowerment score and highest HbA1c and should warrant extra education and support from the diabetes team to reinforce a dosing strategy.]]> Wed 28 Feb 2024 15:45:32 AEDT ]]> Education or provision? A comparison of two school-based fruit and vegetable nutrition education programs in the Netherlands https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:44504 n = 1460, n = 37 schools) aged 7–12 years. Nutrition knowledge and FV consumption were measured using a student questionnaire, and presence of school food policies was measured in the teachers’ questionnaire. A quasi-experimental design with three arms compared: (1) schools that implemented both programs: FV provision + education (n = 15), (2) schools that implemented the FV provision program only (n = 12), (3) schools that did not implement either program (n = 10). Outcomes were assessed pre-intervention (T0), during the intervention (T1), and 6 months post-intervention (T2). Results indicated a significant increase in nutrition knowledge for children attending schools that had participated in both programs, compared to control schools (p < 0.01), but no significant increase in FV intake. In schools without food policies, FV provision alone contributed to an increase in child FV intake (p < 0.05).]]> Wed 28 Feb 2024 14:54:35 AEDT ]]> The impact of human papillomavirus (HPV) associated oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC) on nutritional outcomes https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:46177 10% weight loss at three months post-treatment than HPV-negative participants (OR = 49.68, 95% CI (2.7, 912.86) p ≤ 0.01). Conclusions: The nutritional status of HPV positive and negative patients were both negatively affected by treatment and require similarly intense nutritional intervention. In acute recovery, HPV positive patients may require more intense intervention. At 3- months post treatment, both groups still showed nutritional symptoms that require nutritional intervention so ongoing nutritional support is essential.]]> Wed 28 Feb 2024 14:53:13 AEDT ]]> Translation of two healthy eating and active living support programs for parents of 2–6-year-old children: Outcomes of the ‘time for healthy habits’ parallel partially randomised preference trial https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:49641 Wed 28 Feb 2024 14:52:45 AEDT ]]> Body Composition-Specific Asthma Phenotypes: Clinical Implications https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:51503 Wed 28 Feb 2024 14:50:10 AEDT ]]> The Impact of Modifying Food Service Practices in Secondary Schools Providing a Routine Meal Service on Student’s Food Behaviours, Health and Dining Experience: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:52881 Wed 28 Feb 2024 14:46:16 AEDT ]]> How Can We Support Healthy Eating in Young Adults with Low Diet Quality? A Survey of Users of the ‘No Money No Time’ Healthy Eating Website https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:50714 n = 108; 71.3% female, median age 28; 28.7% food insecure) had a mean (standard deviation) Cooking Skills score 70.2 (17.5)/98, and median (interquartile range) Food Skills score 96.0 (83.5-107.5)/133. The main challenges regarding healthy eating were (1) time and (2) cost, and the main resources to support healthy eating were (1) online resources (e.g., websites, Google) and (2) recipes. Findings identify possible targets for future interventions to support healthy eating in this vulnerable group (e.g., supporting cooking and food skills).]]> Wed 28 Feb 2024 14:45:46 AEDT ]]> Feasibility of the AusMed Diet Program: translating the Mediterranean Diet for older Australians https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45114 n = 17) presentation of program materials with surveys after each section. In-depth individual semi-structured interviews (n = 6) were then conducted. All participants reported increased knowledge and confidence in adherence to the MEDI, with the majority preferring a booklet format (70%) and group delivery (58%). Three themes emerged from interviews—1. barriers (complexity, perceived cost and food preferences), 2. additional support and 3. individualisation of materials. Program materials were modified accordingly. Phase 2 was a 2-week trial of the modified program (n = 15). Participants received a group counselling session, program manual and food hamper. Adherence to the MEDI was measured by the Mediterranean Diet Score (MDS). All participants increased their adherence after the 2-week trial, from a mean score of 5.4 ± 2.4 (low adherence) to a mean score of 9.6 ± 2.0 (moderate to high adherence). All found that text message support helped achieve their goals and were confident to continue the dietary change]]> Wed 26 Oct 2022 13:03:08 AEDT ]]> Sustained cerebrovascular and cognitive benefits of resveratrol in postmenopausal women https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45095 n = 129) were randomized to take placebo or 75 mg trans-resveratrol twice daily for 12 months. Effects on cognition, cerebral blood flow, cerebrovascular responsiveness (CVR) and cardiometabolic markers (blood pressure, diabetes markers and fasting lipids) were assessed. Compared to placebo, resveratrol improved overall cognitive performance (P < 0.001) and attenuated the decline in CVR to cognitive stimuli (P = 0.038). The latter effect was associated with reduction of fasting blood glucose (r = −0.339, P = 0.023). This long-term study confirms that regular consumption of resveratrol can enhance cognitive and cerebrovascular functions in postmenopausal women, with the potential to slow cognitive decline due to ageing and menopause.]]> Wed 26 Oct 2022 12:53:19 AEDT ]]> i-Rebound after stroke-eat for health: mediterranean dietary intervention co-design using an integrated knowledge translation approach and the TIDieR checklist https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45085 n = 6), specialist dietitians (n = 6) and an IKT research team (n = 8) participated in a 4-phase co-design process. Phase 1: the IKT team developed the research questions, and identified essential program elements and workshop strategies for effective co-design. Phase 2: Participant co-design workshops used persona and journey mapping to create user profiles to identify barriers and essential program elements. Phase 3: The IKT team mapped Phase 2 data to the TIDieR checklist and developed the intervention prototype. Phase 4: Co-design workshops were conducted to refine the prototype for trial. Rigorous IKT co-design fundamentally influenced intervention development. Modifications to the protocol based on participant input included ensuring that all resources were accessible to people with aphasia, an additional support framework and resources specific to outcome of stroke. The feasibility and safety of this intervention is currently being pilot tested (randomised controlled trial; 2019/ETH11533, ACTRN12620000189921).]]> Wed 26 Oct 2022 12:25:58 AEDT ]]> Genetic variation in the bitter receptors responsible for epicatechin detection are associated with BMI in an elderly cohort https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45030 TAS2R4 (rs2233998 and rs2234001) and TAS2R5 (rs2227264) were associated with body mass index (BMI). Genotyping (Taqman qPCR assays) was performed on DNA extracted from blood samples (n = 563) from an elderly cohort. Homozygosity for the minor allele of all polymorphisms was significantly associated with a lower BMI in males. The TAS2R4-rs2233998 CC genotype, the TAS2R4-rs2234001 CC genotype and the TAS2R5-rs2227264 TT genotype were associated with lower BMI (2.1, 2.1 and 2.2 units; p = 0.002, 0.003 and 0.001, respectively). Epicatechin intake was not associated with BMI and genotype was not associated with epicatechin intake. This suggests that the association between TAS2R genotype and elevated BMI risk occurs through altered extra-oral responses and not directly via altered epicatechin intake.]]> Wed 26 Oct 2022 10:43:50 AEDT ]]> Alternative Healthy Eating Index-2010 and Incident Non-Communicable Diseases: Findings from a 15-Year Follow up of Women from the 1973–78 Cohort of the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women’s Health https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:50645 Wed 24 Jul 2024 14:31:55 AEST ]]> Diet quality and cognitive performance in Australian adults aged 55-85 years: a cross-sectional analysis of the Hunter Community Study cohort https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:46862 p < 0.001; R2 = 0.0098). Furthermore, when quintiles of ARFS score were tested against each ARCS sub-scale score, statistically significant associations were observed with the greatest effect for the Memory (β = 4.055; p = 0.001; R2 = 0.0065) and Attention (β = 4.136; p = 0.002; R2 = 0.0047) domains. No statistically significant associations were observed between quintiles of ARFS and MMSE score in the adjusted linear regression analyses. In conclusion, a positive association was observed between diet quality and cognitive performance within this sample of older Australian adults. Further investigation of the above association over time, when follow-up data becomes available, in longitudinal analysis is recommended.]]> Wed 22 Mar 2023 16:38:11 AEDT ]]> Is Maternal Carbohydrate Intake Having an Impact on Newborn Birth Weight? A Systematic Review https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:51835 Wed 20 Sep 2023 11:16:44 AEST ]]> The relationship between dietary polyphenol intakes and urinary polyphenol concentrations in adults prescribed a high vegetable and fruit diet https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:38719 Wed 19 Jan 2022 08:47:08 AEDT ]]> Chlorogenic acid potentiates the anti-inflammatory activity of curcumin in LPS-stimulated THP-1 cells https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:38604 a production in a dose-dependent manner with a decrease in cell viability at higher doses. Although treatment with CGA alone had no effect on TNF-a production, it however enhanced cell viability and co-administration with curcumin at a 1:1 ratio caused a synergistic reduction in TNF-a production with no impact on cell viability. Furthermore, an qRT-PCR analysis of NF-KB pathway components and inflammatory biomarkers indicated that CGA alone was not effective in reducing the mRNA expression of any of the tested inflammatory marker genes, except TLR-4. However, co-administration of CGA with curcumin, potentiated the anti-inflammatory effects of curcumin. Curcumin and CGA together reduced the mRNA expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines [TNF-a (~88%) and IL-6 (~99%)], and COX-2 (~92%), possibly by suppression of NF-KB (~78%), IKB-β-kinase (~60%) and TLR-4 receptor (~72%) at the mRNA level. Overall, co-administration with CGA improved the inflammation-lowering effects of curcumin in THP-1 cells.]]> Wed 17 Nov 2021 15:41:36 AEDT ]]> Diet Quality of Adolescents and Adults Who Completed the Australian Healthy Eating Quiz: An Analysis of Data over Six Years (2016–2022) https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:49649 Wed 14 Jun 2023 18:46:51 AEST ]]> Frequency of Convenience Cooking Product Use Is Associated with Cooking Confidence, Creativity, and Markers of Vegetable Intake https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:52452 Wed 11 Oct 2023 15:01:49 AEDT ]]> Pilot Double-Blind Randomised Controlled Trial: Effects of Jejunal Nutrition on Postprandial Distress in Diabetic Gastropathy (J4G Trial) https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:52159 27), diabetic controls without symptoms (DC; GCSI < 14) and healthy controls (HV) were entered into a randomized, double blind controlled trial. JN with liquid nutrient (2 kcal/min) or water was infused for 60 min prior to ingestion of a standardized mixed solid/liquid test meal. Outcomes included postprandial symptoms and effects on gastrointestinal (GI)–peptide hormones and gastric emptying (GE) assessed by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Nine DG, nine DC and twelve HV were recruited. DG patients reported more symptoms after meals than other groups (p < 0.05). Post-prandial symptoms were reduced after JN in DG patients (p < 0.01). GE was more rapid after JN in DG and DC patients (p < 0.05). JN induced a GI–peptide response in all subjects; however, this was less pronounced in diabetic groups. JN has beneficial effects on DG patients’ symptoms after a meal. The mechanism is not primarily mediated by effects on GE, but appears to involve other aspects of GI function, including visceral sensitivity.]]> Wed 04 Oct 2023 10:49:22 AEDT ]]> Cook-EdTM: a model for planning, implementing and evaluating cooking programs to improve diet and health https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:38913 TM”) model, using the PRECEDE-PROCEED model as the underlying Cook-EdTM framework. A review of the food and cooking skills education literature informed the content of the Cook-EdTM model. Cook-EdTM was critiqued by experts in consumer behaviour, cooking and nutrition education research and education until consensus on model content and format was reached. Cook-EdTM leads cooking program developers through eight distinct stages, engaging key stakeholders in a co-design process from the outset to tailor programs to address the need of individuals and inform the development of program content, program delivery, and evaluation. A Cook-EdTM scenario applied in practice is described. The proposed Cook-EdTM model has potential to be adapted for use in domestic cooking education programs delivered in clinical, community, school or research settings. Further research will establish Cook-EdTM’s utility in enhancing program development and in improving food and cooking skills, dietary patterns and health outcomes.]]> Wed 02 Mar 2022 14:40:13 AEDT ]]> Salt taste genotype, dietary habits and biomarkers of health: no associations in an elderly cohort https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:37683 n = 536) was conducted to explore relationships between the salt taste-related SNP TRPV1-rs8065080 (assessed by Taqman genotyping assay), dietary habits and biomarkers of health. Data were analysed with standard least squares regression modelling and Tukey's HSD post hoc tests. No association was found between the TRPV1-rs8065080 genotype, sodium intake or multiple diet quality indices (assessed by food frequency questionnaire). Sodium-related markers of health including blood pressure and markers of kidney function (urinary creatinine and albumin/creatinine ratio) and general health markers, such as Body Mass Index (BMI), were also not related to TRPV1-rs8065080 genotype. To date, this study is the most comprehensive investigation conducted to determine if the TRPV1-rs8065080 genotype relates to sodium intake and health markers influenced by sodium intake. Although no significant relationships were found, these findings are an important contribution to the limited body of knowledge surround this SNP. In addition to further research across other ages and cultures, the TRPV1-rs8065080 genotype may interact with other ion channels, and so further studies are required to determine if polymorphic variations influence sodium intake, diet and health.]]> Wed 02 Mar 2022 14:24:15 AEDT ]]> The Impact of Meal Dietary Inflammatory Index on Exercise-Induced Changes in Airway Inflammation in Adults with Asthma https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:52880 Tue 31 Oct 2023 10:44:58 AEDT ]]> Associations between digital health intervention engagement and dietary intake: A systematic review https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:49749 Tue 30 May 2023 16:18:50 AEST ]]> Healthy Eating in the Australian Coal Mining Industry: Assessing the Efficacy of the ‘Out of the Box’ Workplace Health Promotion Program https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:54051 Tue 30 Jan 2024 13:51:02 AEDT ]]> Therapeutic potential of mitophagy-inducing microflora metabolite, urolithin a for alzheimer’s disease https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:53452 Tue 28 Nov 2023 10:10:49 AEDT ]]> University students purchasing food on campus more frequently consume more energy-dense, nutrient-poor foods: A cross-sectional survey https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:43654 p < 0.001) and more frequent purchase (β = 18.041, p < 0.001 for ≥4 times a week vs. never) of food/drinks on campus. Diet quality was not significantly associated with purchase frequency or expenditure (p > 0.05). Findings are supportive of changes being made to university food environments, as a strategy to improve dietary intake among university students.]]> Tue 27 Sep 2022 14:25:50 AEST ]]> The Effects of Increasing Fruit and Vegetable Intake in Children with Asthma on the Modulation of Innate Immune Responses https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:43636 Tue 27 Sep 2022 09:39:17 AEST ]]> Medicinal Mushroom Extracts from Hericium coralloides and Trametes versicolor Exert Differential Immunomodulatory Effects on Immune Cells from Older Adults In Vitro https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:54436 Tue 27 Feb 2024 13:49:20 AEDT ]]> Do the dietary intakes of pregnant women attending public hospital antenatal clinics align with Australian Guide to Healthy Eating recommendations? https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45104 Tue 27 Aug 2024 09:14:44 AEST ]]> A Randomised, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Crossover Trial of Resveratrol Supplementation for Prophylaxis of Hormonal Migraine https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:50429 Tue 25 Jul 2023 18:54:42 AEST ]]> Effects of Plant-Based Protein Interventions, with and without an Exercise Component, on Body Composition, Strength and Physical Function in Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:54391 Tue 20 Feb 2024 21:00:19 AEDT ]]> Does the Micronutrient Molybdenum Have a Role in Gestational Complications and Placental Health? https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:54380 Tue 20 Feb 2024 20:33:09 AEDT ]]> Development of a Scoring Tool for Australian Rural Food Retail Environments https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:54373 Tue 20 Feb 2024 20:04:09 AEDT ]]> Characterising a weight loss intervention in obese asthmatic children https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:38233 Tue 17 Aug 2021 08:35:47 AEST ]]> Inadequate intake of dietary fibre in adolescents, adults, and elderlies: Results of slovenian representative si.menu study https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:44297 Tue 11 Oct 2022 16:05:50 AEDT ]]> Increasing fruit and vegetable variety over time is associated with lower 15-year healthcare costs: Results from the Australian longitudinal study on women’s health https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:44293 Tue 11 Oct 2022 15:51:37 AEDT ]]> Association between Plasma Trimethylamine N-Oxide Levels and Type 2 Diabetes: A Case Control Study https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:51448 6.40 µmol/L) were associated with the risk of diabetes (OR = 3.36, 95% CI [1.26, 9.04], p = 0.02). The results presented suggest an association between plasma TMAO levels and T2D. A significant correlation was found between red meat consumption and increased levels of TMAO in T2D patients. A longitudinal study is warranted to further evaluate the correlation between TMAO and T2D.]]> Tue 05 Sep 2023 17:55:02 AEST ]]> Correlations between convenience cooking product use and vegetable intake https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45553 Tue 01 Nov 2022 11:03:26 AEDT ]]> Impact on dietary intake of two levels of technology-assisted personalized nutrition: a randomized trial https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:39931 p < 0.05) between-group differences in dietary changes favored the high personalization group for total ARFS (5.6 points (95% CI 1.3 to 10.0)) and ARFS sub-scales of meat (0.9 points (0.4 to 1.6)), vegetarian alternatives (0.8 points (0.1 to 1.4)), and dairy (1.3 points (0.3 to 2.3)). Additional significant changes in favor of the high personalization group occurred for proportion of energy intake derived from energy-dense, nutrient-poor foods (-7.2% (-13.8% to -0.5%)) and takeaway foods sub-group (-3.4% (-6.5% to 0.3%). Significant within-group changes were observed for 12 dietary variables in the high personalization group vs one variable for low personalization. A higher level of personalized support combining the AES report with one-on-one dietitian video calls and dietary self-monitoring resulted in greater dietary change compared to the AES report alone. These findings suggest nutrition-related web and mobile technologies in combination with personalized dietitian delivered advice have a greater impact compared to when used alone.]]> Thu 30 Jun 2022 13:19:32 AEST ]]> Screening practices for disordered eating in paediatric type 1 diabetes clinics https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:39347 20%, while eight reported rates < 5%. All clinics used the routine clinical interview as the primary method of screening for disordered eating. Only one used screening tools; these were not diabetes-specific or routinely used. Barriers to use of screening tools included shortage of time and lack of staff confidence around use (n = 7, 70%). Enablers included staff training in disordered eating. Conclusions: Screening tools for disordered eating are not utilised by most Australasian paediatric T1D clinics. Overall, low reported rates of disordered eating suggest that it may be undetected, potentially missing an opportunity for early intervention.]]> Thu 28 Jul 2022 15:20:44 AEST ]]> Effectiveness of Nutrition Interventions in Vending Machines to Encourage the Purchase and Consumption of Healthier Food and Drinks in the University Setting: A Systematic Review https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:41189 Thu 28 Jul 2022 11:12:23 AEST ]]> Correlations between self‐reported cooking confidence and creativity and use of convenience cooking products in an australian cohort https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45394 Thu 27 Oct 2022 16:40:08 AEDT ]]> A cross-sectional study of the nutritional quality of new south wales high school student food and drink purchases made via an online canteen ordering system https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45360 Thu 27 Oct 2022 15:37:22 AEDT ]]> Investigating the links between lower iron status in pregnancy and respiratory disease in offspring using murine models https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45342 Thu 27 Oct 2022 15:17:41 AEDT ]]> Mechanisms of food-induced symptom induction and dietary management in functional dyspepsia https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45352 Thu 27 Oct 2022 11:46:53 AEDT ]]> Patient perspectives of living with coeliac disease and accessing dietetic services in rural Australia: A qualitative study https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45306 Thu 27 Oct 2022 10:51:52 AEDT ]]> Coffee consumption and the progression of nafld: A systematic review https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45330 Thu 27 Oct 2022 08:58:08 AEDT ]]> Wheat sensitivity and functional dyspepsia: A pilot, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled dietary crossover trial with novel challenge protocol https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45328 30% response to the run-in diet, as measured by the Nepean Dyspepsia Index, were then re-challenged with 'muesli' bars containing either gluten, fructan, or placebo in randomised order. Those with symptoms which significantly reduced during the elimination diet, but reliably reappeared (a mean change in overall dyspeptic symptoms of >30%) with gluten or fructan re-challenge were deemed to have wheat induced FD. Results: Eleven participants were enrolled in the study (75% female, mean age 43 years). Of the initial cohort, nine participants completed the elimination diet phase of whom four qualified for the rechallenge phase. The gluten-free, low FODMAP diet led to an overall (albeit non-significant) improvement in symptoms of functional dyspepsia in the diet elimination phase (mean NDI symptom score 71.2 vs. 47.1, p = 0.087). A specific food trigger could not be reliably demonstrated. Conclusions: Although a gluten-free, low-FODMAP diet led to a modest overall reduction in symptoms in this cohort of FD patients, a specific trigger could not be identified. The modified Salerno criteria for NCG/WS identification trialled in this dietary rechallenge protocol was fit-for-purpose. However, larger trials are required to determine whether particular components of wheat induce symptoms in functional dyspepsia.]]> Thu 27 Oct 2022 08:44:08 AEDT ]]> The association between Australian childcare centre healthy eating practices and children's healthy eating behaviours: a cross-sectional study within lunchbox centres https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:39017 p < 0.01). Centre provision of intentional healthy eating learning experiences (estimate −0.56; p = 0.01) and the use of feeding practices that support children’s healthy eating (estimate −2.02; p = 0.04) were significantly associated with reduced child intake of saturated fat. Interventions to improve child nutrition in centres should focus on a range of healthy eating practices, including the availability of foods packed within lunchboxes.]]> Thu 25 Jan 2024 13:23:29 AEDT ]]> Docosahexaenoic acid-rich fish oil supplementation reduces kinase associated with insulin resistance in overweight and obese midlife adults https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45006 Thu 23 Mar 2023 13:24:35 AEDT ]]> Maternal diet influences fetal growth but not fetal kidney volume in an australian indigenous pregnancy cohort https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45302 Thu 22 Aug 2024 14:00:38 AEST ]]> Development of the home cooking enviRonment and equipment inventory observation form (Home-CookERITM): an assessment of content validity, face validity, and inter-rater agreement https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:39156 2 (1, n = 19; 19.0, p = 0.392)). Inter-rater agreement for the modified 81-item Home-CookERI™ was almost-perfect to perfect for 46% of kitchen items (n = 37 items, κ = 0.81–1), moderate to substantial for 28% (n = 23, κ = 0.51–0.8), slight to fair for 15% (n = 12, κ = 0.01–0.5), and chance or worse for 11% of items (n = 9, κ ≤ 0.0). Home-CookERITM was further optimized by reduction to a 77-item version, which is now available to researchers. Conclusion: Home-CookERI™ is a comprehensive tool for quantifying Australian household cooking environments. It has excellent face and content validity and moderate to perfect inter-rater agreement for almost three-quarters of included kitchen items. To expand Home-CookERI™ applications, a home occupant self-completion version is planned for validation.]]> Thu 19 May 2022 16:29:44 AEST ]]> Caregivers' role in the effectiveness of two Dutch school-based nutrition education programmes for children aged 7-12 years old https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:38265 Thu 19 Aug 2021 16:26:50 AEST ]]> A Mixed-Method Study Exploring Experiences and Perceptions of Nutritionists Regarding Use of an Image-Based Dietary Assessment System in Tanzania https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45422 Thu 10 Nov 2022 11:07:07 AEDT ]]> Modeling the Predictive Value of Evidence-Based Referral Criteria to Support Healthy Gestational Weight Gain among an Australian Pregnancy Cohort https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45421 Thu 10 Nov 2022 10:30:53 AEDT ]]> Association between sour taste SNP <i>KCNJ2</i>-rs236514, diet quality and mild cognitive impairment in an elderly cohort https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:42951 KCNJ2 gene involved in the transduction of sour taste have been linked to variations in sour taste and non-gustatory functions. However, relationships between sour taste genetics, mild cognitive impairment, and diet quality are yet to be elucidated. This study investigated the associations between the presence of the KCNJ2-rs236514 variant (A) allele, diet quality indices, and mild cognitive impairment evaluated by the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), in a secondary cross-sectional analysis of data from the Retirement Health & Lifestyle Study. Data from 524 elderly Australians (≥65y) were analyzed, using standard least squares regression and nominal logistic regression modeling, with demographic adjustments applied. Results showed that the presence of the KCNJ2-A allele is associated with increased proportions of participants scoring in the range indicative of mild or more severe cognitive impairment (MMSE score of ≤26) in the total cohort, and males. These associations remained statistically significant after adjusting for age, sex, and diet quality indices. The absence of association between the KCNJ2-A allele and cognitive impairment in women may be related to their higher diet quality scores in all indices. The potential link between sour taste genotype and cognitive impairment scores may be due to both oral and extra-oral functions of sour taste receptors. Further studies are required on the role and relationship of neurotransmitters, sour taste genotypes and sour taste receptors in the brain, and dietary implications, to identify potential risk groups or avenues for therapeutic or prophylactic interventions.]]> Thu 08 Sep 2022 14:04:41 AEST ]]> A qualitative study of motivators, strategies, barriers, and learning needs related to healthy cooking during pregnancy https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:42948 Thu 08 Sep 2022 10:24:20 AEST ]]> Latent class analysis of multiple health risk behaviors among Australian university students and associations with psychological distress https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:38633 Thu 02 Dec 2021 15:37:24 AEDT ]]> A comparison of diet quality in a sample of rural and urban Australian adults https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:49218 71 years (β = 6.5; 95% CI 1.6–11.4). Compared to those living alone, participants living with a partner (β = 5.2; 95%CI 2.0, 8.4) and families with children (β = 5.6; 95%CI 1.4, 9.8) had significantly higher ARFS. ARFS was significantly lower with each additional self-reported chronic health condition (β = −1.4; 95%CI −2.3, −0.4). Our results indicate that diet quality as defined by the ARFS was classified as ‘getting there’ and that age, living arrangements and chronic health conditions, but not rurality, influenced diet quality in a sample of Australian adults.]]> Sun 07 May 2023 09:44:36 AEST ]]> Where do adolescents eat less-healthy foods? Correspondence analysis and logistic regression results from the UK national diet and nutrition survey https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:44132 Sat 08 Oct 2022 12:36:21 AEDT ]]> Association between obesity and omega-3 status in healthy young women https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:38154 Mon 29 Jan 2024 17:46:57 AEDT ]]> Safety, Tolerability, and Pharmacokinetics of β-Cryptoxanthin Supplementation in Healthy Women: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:51255 Mon 28 Aug 2023 12:42:05 AEST ]]> Independent and interactive influences of environmental UVR, vitamin D levels, and folate variant MTHFD1-RS2236225 on homocysteine levels https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:37802 n = 619). Red blood cell folate, 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D), and plasma Hcy levels were determined, and genotyping for 21 folate and vitamin D-related variants was performed. Erythemal dose rate accumulated over six-weeks (6W-EDR) and four-months (4M-EDR) prior to clinics were calculated as a measure of environmental UVR. Multivariate analyses found interactions between 6W-EDR and 25(OH)D levels (pinteraction = 0.002), and 4M-EDR and MTHFD1-rs2236225 (pinteraction = 0.006) in predicting Hcy levels. The association between 6W-EDR and Hcy levels was found only in subjects within lower 25(OH)D quartiles (<33.26 ng/mL), with the association between 4M-EDR and Hcy occurring only in subjects carrying the MTHFD1-rs2236225 variant. 4M-EDR, 6W-EDR, and MTHFD1-rs2236225 were also independent predictors of Hcy. Findings highlight nutrient-environment and gene-environment interactions that could influence the risk of Hcy-related outcomes.]]> Mon 26 Apr 2021 11:34:35 AEST ]]> Food agency in the united states: Associations with cooking behavior and dietary intake https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:44867 Mon 24 Oct 2022 11:10:08 AEDT ]]> Perceptions of Diet Quality, Advice, and Dietary Interventions in Individuals with Diabetes-Related Foot Ulceration; A Qualitative Research Study https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:52711 Mon 23 Oct 2023 16:11:42 AEDT ]]> Dietary supplementation with curcumin reduce circulating levels of glycogen synthase kinase-3β and islet amyloid polypeptide in adults with high risk of type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer's disease https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:39179 Mon 23 May 2022 16:16:27 AEST ]]> Diet quality indices used in australian and new zealand adults: a systematic review and critical appraisal https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:39175 Mon 23 May 2022 14:54:30 AEST ]]> Serum 25 hydroxyvitamin d levels during pregnancy in women with asthma: Associations with maternal characteristics and adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:42352 0.2). Preeclampsia was more common in the low (8.6%) vs. high (0%) vitamin D group (p < 0.05). Obesity and excess GWG may be associated with gestational 25(OH)D levels, highlighting the importance of antenatal weight management.]]> Mon 22 Aug 2022 14:01:38 AEST ]]> Dietary assessment methods in military and veteran populations: a scoping review https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:37432 Mon 16 Nov 2020 17:04:51 AEDT ]]> Change in diet quality over 12 years in the 1946-1951 cohort of the Australian Longitudinal Study on women's health https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:38223 Mon 16 Aug 2021 15:49:56 AEST ]]> Plant-Based Dietary Patterns versus Meat Consumption and Prevalence of Impaired Glucose Intolerance and Diabetes Mellitus: A Cross-Sectional Study in Australian Women https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:54187 Mon 12 Feb 2024 13:54:25 AEDT ]]> Scoping Review of Available Culinary Nutrition Interventions for People with Neurological Conditions https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:54750 Mon 11 Mar 2024 14:46:47 AEDT ]]> Assessing adherence, competence and differentiation in a stepped-wedge randomised clinical trial of a complex behaviour change intervention https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:38504 n = 18) from five Australian hospitals delivered a period of routine care and following a randomly determined order each site received training and began delivering the EAT Intervention. A 20% random stratified sample of audio-recorded consultations (control n = 196; intervention n = 194) was coded by trained, independent, raters using a study specific checklist and the Behaviour Change Counselling Inventory. Intervention adherence and competence were examined relative to apriori benchmarks. Differentiation was examined by comparing control and intervention sessions (adherence, competence, non-specific factors, and dose), via multiple linear regression, logistic regression, or mixed-models. Results: Achievement of adherence benchmarks varied. The majority of sessions attained competence. Post-training consultations were clearly distinct from routine care regarding motivational and behavioural, but not generic, skills. Conclusions: Although what level of fidelity is "good enough" remains an important research question, findings support the real-world feasibility of integrating EAT into dietetic consultations with HNC patients and provide a foundation for interpreting treatment effects.]]> Mon 09 May 2022 16:20:26 AEST ]]> An exploratory analysis of changes in mental wellbeing following curcumin and fish oil supplementation in middle-aged and older adults https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:38520 Mon 09 May 2022 16:19:34 AEST ]]> Red Blood Cell Membrane Fatty Acid Composition, Dietary Fatty Acid Intake and Diet Quality as Predictors of Inflammation in a Group of Australian Adults https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:51407 Mon 04 Sep 2023 14:51:07 AEST ]]> E-Cigarette Vapour Alters High-Fat Diet-Induced Systemic Inflammatory Responses but Has No Effect on High-Fat Diet-Induced Changes in Gut Microbiota https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:51401 Mon 04 Sep 2023 14:50:22 AEST ]]> Protein Intake and Physical Activity Levels as Determinants of Sarcopenia Risk in Community-Dwelling Older Adults https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:55458 Mon 03 Jun 2024 08:51:54 AEST ]]> Blood Lead Level as Marker of Increased Risk of Ovarian Cancer in BRCA1 Carriers https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:55449 13.6 μg/L) were associated with an increased risk of ovarian cancer (univariable: HR = 3.33; 95% CI: 1.23-9.00; p = 0.02; multivariable: HR = 2.10; 95% CI: 0.73-6.01; p = 0.17). No significant correlation was found with breast cancer risk. High blood lead levels are associated with increased risk of ovarian cancer in BRCA1 carriers, suggesting priority for preventive salpingo-oophorectomy. Potential risk reduction strategies include detoxification. Validation in diverse populations and exploration of detoxification methods for lowering lead levels are required.]]> Mon 03 Jun 2024 08:39:06 AEST ]]> Blood Cadmium Level Is a Marker of Cancer Risk in Men https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:55448 0.71 µg/L) had a significantly increased risk of cancer compared to those with low levels (<0.19 µg/L) (HR 3.42, p < 0.001), particularly among non-smokers (HR 3.74, p = 0.003), individuals aged < 60 years (HR 2.79, p = 0.017), and ≥60 (HR 4.63, p = 0.004). The influence of smoking on cancer risk based on Cd levels was not significant in this study. Blood Cd levels may influence cancer risk in men, emphasizing the importance of minimizing Cd exposure to reduce risk. Confirmation of these results in other populations is essential for effective preventive measures against Cd-related cancers.]]> Mon 03 Jun 2024 08:36:29 AEST ]]> Weight Loss and Short-Chain Fatty Acids Reduce Systemic Inflammation in Monocytes and Adipose Tissue Macrophages from Obese Subjects https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:48926 Mon 01 May 2023 08:56:05 AEST ]]> 5-year follow-up of a telephone intervention to increase fruit and vegetable consumption in preschoolers: The 'healthy habits' cluster randomised trial https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:40830 Fri 29 Jul 2022 14:33:30 AEST ]]> The effectiveness of interventions delivered using digital food environments to encourage healthy food choices: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45458 p = 0.01). Meta-analyses including three studies each suggest that these interventions may also be effective in reducing the fat (SMD: −0.83, p = 0.04), saturated fat (SMD: −0.7, p = 0.008) and sodium content (SMD: −0.43, p = 0.01) of online food purchases. Given the ongoing growth in the use of online food ordering systems, future research to determine how we can best utilize these systems to support public health nutrition is warranted.]]> Fri 28 Oct 2022 14:30:21 AEDT ]]> Development of the Cook-EdTM Matrix to Guide Food and Cooking Skill Selection in Culinary Education Programs That Target Diet Quality and Health https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45412 Fri 28 Oct 2022 12:25:59 AEDT ]]> Feasibility and acceptability of ‘vitavillage’: A serious game for nutrition education https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45416 Fri 28 Oct 2022 10:03:14 AEDT ]]> Modifiable Risk Factors for Cardiovascular Disease Among Women With and Without a History of Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:50585 Fri 28 Jul 2023 16:14:52 AEST ]]> Dietary outcomes of the 'healthy youngsters, healthy dads' randomised controlled trial https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:38991 Healthy Youngsters, Healthy Dads, on change in dietary intake in fathers and their preschool-aged children post-intervention (10 weeks) and at 9 months follow-up compared to a waitlist control group and (ii) investigate associations in father-child dietary intakes. Methods: Linear mixed models estimated group-by-time effects for all dietary outcomes, measured by food frequency questionnaires. Cohen's d determined effect sizes, while correlation tests determined associations in father-child dietary intakes. Results: For children, medium group-by-time effects sizes were identified at 10 weeks for sodium intake (d = 0.38) and percentage energy from core foods (d = 0.43), energy-dense, nutrient-poor (EDNP) foods (d = 0.43) and prepacked snacks (d = 0.45). These findings were sustained at 9 months follow-up. For fathers, medium to large, group-by-time effect sizes were identified at 10 weeks for energy intake (d = 0.55), sodium intake (d = 0.64) and percentage energy from core foods (d = 0.49), EDNP foods (d = 0.49), and confectionary (d = 0.36). For all of these dietary variables, except sodium, effects were sustained at 9 months. Moderate to strong associations existed in father-child dietary intakes for some of the dietary variables. Conclusions: Although further research is required, this study provides preliminary support for targeting fathers as agents of change to improve dietary intakes in their preschool-aged children.]]> Fri 25 Mar 2022 15:52:33 AEDT ]]> Cost and cost effectiveness of a pilot m-health intervention targeting parents of school-aged children to improve the nutritional quality of foods packs in the lunchbox https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:48594 Fri 23 Aug 2024 07:17:36 AEST ]]> Efficacy of a Multi-Component m-Health Diet, Physical Activity, and Sleep Intervention on Dietary Intake in Adults with Overweight and Obesity: A Randomised Controlled Trial https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:40335 Fri 22 Jul 2022 14:44:35 AEST ]]> Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Individuals Following Plant-Based Dietary Patterns Compared to Regular Meat-Eaters https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:56034 Fri 19 Jul 2024 12:31:41 AEST ]]> Omega-3 Fatty Acids during Pregnancy in Indigenous Australian Women of the Gomeroi Gaaynggal Cohort https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:53130 Fri 17 Nov 2023 11:58:06 AEDT ]]> Health professionals' and health professional trainees' views on addictive eating behaviours: a cross-sectional survey https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:40052 n = 126, 72%) reported that they have been asked by individuals about addictive eating. Half of the participants reported that they consider the term food addiction to be stigmatising for individuals (n = 88). Sixty percent (n = 105) reported that they were interested/very interested in receiving addictive eating training, with the top two preferred formats being online and self-paced, and face-to-face. These results demonstrate that addictive eating is supported by health professionals as they consult with patients presenting with this behaviour, which supports the views of the general community and demonstrates a need for health professional training.]]> Fri 15 Jul 2022 10:04:28 AEST ]]> Evaluation of available cognitive tools used to measure mild cognitive decline: A scoping review https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:48915 Fri 14 Apr 2023 16:30:13 AEST ]]> A cluster randomized controlled trial evaluating the impact of tailored feedback on the purchase of healthier foods from primary school online canteens https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:48918 Fri 14 Apr 2023 16:20:17 AEST ]]> Maternal diet quality, body mass index and resource use in the perinatal period: An observational study https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:41778 Fri 12 Aug 2022 12:03:26 AEST ]]> Bioactive Yoghurt Containing Curcumin and Chlorogenic Acid Reduces Inflammation in Postmenopausal Women https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:53596 Fri 08 Dec 2023 16:00:13 AEDT ]]> Barriers and Facilitators to Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Following Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy in Primary Care: Cross-Sectional Surveys https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:53592 Fri 08 Dec 2023 15:45:50 AEDT ]]> Are the claims to blame? A qualitative study to understand the effects of nutrition and health claims on perceptions and consumption of food https://nova.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:36778 Fri 03 Jul 2020 17:08:42 AEST ]]>