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Obesity and malnutrition in children and adults: A clinical review - PubMed

Obesity and malnutrition in children and adults: A clinical review - PubMed

Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38125660/

Adequate screening and awareness of malnutrition can improve the health outcomes in patients with obesity. Physiologic changes in response to increased adiposity and inadequate intake increase this population's risk of...

This review highlights the common micronutrient deficiencies in individuals with obesity, particularly after bariatric surgery, emphasizing the importance of screening, nutrition management, and addressing malnutrition to improve health outcomes.

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Did you know? Healthcare faces evolving challenges driven by external forces such as regulatory demands, competitive pressures, and the growing threat of cyberattacks. These factors push the industry to adapt rapidly, ensuring compliance, innovation, and robust cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive patient data and maintain trust.

How can the healthcare industry better balance innovation and security to meet external challenges effectively?

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How can the healthcare industry better balance innovation and security to meet external challenges effectively?

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Exploring Advances in Psychopharmacology at the NEI Annual Conference

In this video, Dr. David Goodman, an NEI faculty member and Johns Hopkins expert, explores the latest advancements in psychopharmacology presented at the 2024 NEI Annual Conference. Key highlights include the emerging role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in managing diabetes and their potential to address brain inflammation. Dr. Goodman also discusses innovative treatments for ADHD and Alzheimer’s, as well as groundbreaking research into intracellular processes like mTOR pathway modulation. These insights equip physicians with actionable strategies to enhance the precision and efficacy of neurological and psychiatric care.

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Clinically Effective Molecules of Natural Origin for Obesity Prevention or Treatment - PubMed

Clinically Effective Molecules of Natural Origin for Obesity Prevention or Treatment - PubMed

Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38473918/

The prevalence and incidence of obesity and the comorbidities linked to it are increasing worldwide. Current therapies for obesity and associated pathologies have proven to cause a broad number of...

Natural bioactive compounds, including curcumin, resveratrol, and probiotics, show promise for obesity management by influencing metabolism, reducing inflammation, and improving insulin sensitivity, offering affordable alternatives to conventional obesity therapies.

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Molecular and pathophysiological relationship between obesity and chronic inflammation in the manifestation of metabolic dysfunctions and their inflammation‑mediating treatment options (Review) - PubMed

Molecular and pathophysiological relationship between obesity and chronic inflammation in the manifestation of metabolic dysfunctions and their inflammation‑mediating treatment options (Review) - PubMed

Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38606791/

Obesity reaches up to epidemic proportions globally and increases the risk for a wide spectrum of co‑morbidities, including type‑2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), hypertension, dyslipidemia, cardiovascular diseases, non‑alcoholic fatty liver disease,...

Obesity triggers systemic low-grade inflammation via pro-inflammatory macrophages in adipose tissue, leading to metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance. Anti-inflammatory agents may offer therapeutic potential but require further clinical validation.

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