Tag: BMI
Co-existence of hepatosteatosis and skeletal muscle fat infiltration
Accumulation of fat in the liver (hepatosteatosis) and muscle (myosteatosis) affects normal physiological functioning, leading to poorer health outcomes. But what is the concurrence of these two conditions in the general population, and are there common underlying mechanisms? Professor Julie Pasco and colleagues at Deakin University and Barwon Health in Australia investigate these metabolic alterations in a population-based study providing […]
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Effect of β-glucan from oats and barley on weight loss and adiposity
Obesity is a growing public health concern, but studies suggest that soluble fibre from certain cereal whole grains can help weight management. Specifically, the cell wall carbohydrate β-glucan found in oats and barley may impact body weight, body mass index (BMI), and adipose tissue. Rebecca Mathews and her collaborators in the US conducted a thorough review of key studies demonstrating […]
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Significance of patient positioning guidelines in endoscopic procedures
Patients are placed on an operating table for surgery or, in the event of endoscopic treatment, on a trolley. Surgery may need patient placement that is not at all comfortable, posing challenges for the patient. There are well-established rules for patient positioning during surgical operations, but no such criteria are available for endoscopic treatments. A study conducted by Dr Vera […]
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The role of digital health in paediatric obesity treatment
The prevalence of obesity in children and adolescents is at high levels. Novel approaches are needed to provide effective care to this population and to minimise the risks of long-term health complications. Digital health has progressed hugely over recent years and offers an attractive option for delivering paediatric weight management interventions. Louise Tully, RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences […]
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