Intestinal microbiota composition and bile salt hydrolase activity in fast and slow growing broiler chickens: implications for growth performance and production efficiency by Hye Won Kim, Na Kyung Kim, Patricia G. Wolf, Kristoffer Brandvold, Joshua M. Rehberger, Tom G. Rehberger, Ryan N. Dilger, Alexandra H. Smith, Roderick I. Mackie

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The effect of eight-week total-body resistance training (TRX) on hemodynamic parameters and body composition in overweight and obese pre-hypertensive women by Fatemeh Movaghar, Ali Samadi, Amin Isanezhad, Maryam Khahesi

“…However, few studies have investigated the potential impacts of resistance training especially isometric resistance training on body composition and hemodynamic parameters in overweight and obese women with high blood pressure.Materials and Methods: The study included 22 pre-hypertensive women, with an average age of 38.41±4.96 years, body mass index 30.09±2.71 kg/m2, systolic blood pressure 127.09±4.94, and diastolic pressure 86.77±6.76 mmHg. …”
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Reallocating 24-hour movement behaviors and its impact on mental health in preschool children: a compositional data and dose-response analysis by Tian Wang, Junyu Wang, Xuelin Lu, Xuhui Chen, Lanzhi Chen, Yixin Liang, DongQing Yang, Yanmei Shi, Rui Li, Yong Yang, Beibei Luo, Jie Zhuang

“…Abstract Background Mental health issues in preschool children are a significant public health concern with long-term developmental implications. …”
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Joggle lap shear testing of deep occlusal composite restorations lined with Dycal, Dycal LC, conventional or resin-modified glass ionomer by Stojanovska Vera, Ivanoff Chris S., Muratovska Ilijana, Popovska Lidija, Garcia-Godoy Franklin, Hottel Timothy L., Marković Dejan Lj., Morrow Brian R.

“…Background/Aim. The longevity of a dental restoration may be predicted to some degree by its adhesive ability, and this, in turn, can be measured by bond strength testing between restorative materials and tooth structure. …”
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Histology and Immunohistochemistry of Adipose Tissue: A Scoping Review on Staining Methods and Their Informative Value by Tom Schimanski, Rafael Loucas, Marios Loucas, Oliver Felthaus, Vanessa Brébant, Silvan Klein, Alexandra Anker, Konstantin Frank, Andreas Siegmund, Andrea Pagani, Sebastian Geis, Sophia Theresa Diesch, Andreas Eigenberger, Lukas Prantl

“…These methods provide insights into tissue viability, cellular subtypes, and extracellular matrix (ECM) composition—all factors influencing graft retention and clinical outcomes. …”
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The effects of exercise training in addition to energy restriction on functional capacities and body composition in obese adults during weight loss: a systematic review. by Clint T Miller, Steve F Fraser, Itamar Levinger, Nora E Straznicky, John B Dixon, John Reynolds, Steve E Selig

“…Studies published to May 2013 were included if they used multi-component methods for analysing body composition and assessed measures of fitness in obese adults.…”
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Usefulness of Size-Exclusion Chromatography–Multi-Angle Light Scattering to Assess Particle Composition and Protein Impurities for Quality Control of Therapeutic Exosome Preparatio... by Hirotaka Nishimura, Noritaka Hashii, Tomofumi Yamamoto, Yuchen Sun, Takumi Miura, Yoji Sato, Akiko Ishii-Watabe

“…<b>Background:</b> Extracellular vesicles (EVs), including exosomes, are promising pharmaceutical modalities. …”
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A Comparative Evaluation of Change in Surface Roughness of Aesthetic Resin Composite Restorative Material on Exposure to Different Commonly Consumed Beverages: An In vitro Study by Prabhu Varsha, Raju Chauhan

“…Materials and Methods: Two hundred composite discs were divided into four groups (Giomer, Ormocer, Nanoceramic, and Nanohybrid) and immersed in five subgroups (artificial saliva, carbonated beverage, carbonated fruit-based beverage, non-carbonated fruit-based beverage, and black coffee) for 21 days. …”
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Does increased exercise or physical activity alter ad-libitum daily energy intake or macronutrient composition in healthy adults? A systematic review. by Joseph E Donnelly, Stephen D Herrmann, Kate Lambourne, Amanda N Szabo, Jeffery J Honas, Richard A Washburn

“…<h4>Background</h4>The magnitude of the negative energy balance induced by exercise may be reduced due to compensatory increases in energy intake.…”
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Physical activity and cardiovascular risk in obese older Korean women: effects on obesity, hypertension, and arterial stiffness by Woo-Hyeon Son, Yi-Sub Kwak, Min-Seong Ha

“…This study aimed to investigate the effects of PA levels on body composition, blood pressure (BP), and AS in Korean obese older women.MethodsA total of 313 obese older women were enrolled and classified into an inactive group (ING, n = 160) and an active group (AG, n = 153) based on their levels of PA. …”
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Associations of physical activity intensity and specific sedentary behaviors during after-school and weekend with overweight and obesity among preschool children by Ming-Chun Hsueh, Yu-Hsuan Chen

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Normal weight obesity in adolescents: patterns and associated factors by Maria Kaczmarek

“…BackgroundNormal-weight obesity (NWO), which is defined as excess body fat despite a normal body mass index (BMI), is increasingly recognized as a cardiometabolic risk factor. …”
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Composite Index of Anthropometric Failure to assess malnutrition in low- and middle-income countries across Africa, Asia, and Europe: a state-of-the-art review by Godana Arero Dassie

“…BackgroundThe Composite Index of Anthropometric Failure (CIAF) provides a comprehensive framework for assessing malnutrition by combining multiple anthropometric measures into one metric. …”
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Chemical composition, antibacterial, and antifungal effects of Citrus medica (citron), Pimpinella anisum (anise), and Artemisia dracunculus (tarragon) on oral pathogens: An in vitr... by Sina Mohammadzadeh, Zahra Rezazadeh, Parisa Jafari, Fakhri Haghi Tomatari, Samineh Jafari, Mina Mohebian

“…The present research explores the antimicrobial effects of these plants against microorganisms causing caries and oral candidiasis. Materials and Methods: This is an in vitro study, aimed to evaluate the chemical composition, and antimicrobial effects of C. medica, P. anisum, and A. dracunculus on oral pathogens. …”
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Solvolytic recycling of unsaturated polyester resin-based sheet moulding composites [version 1; peer review: 1 approved, 2 approved with reservations] by Mark Roelands, Richard van Someren, Annemieke van de Runstraat, John van de Moosdijk

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Effect of Caps Warmer and VisCalor Dispenser preheating on the color stability and surface roughness of resin composites after coffee immersion: an in vitro study by Gözde Karaaslan, Muhammet Fidan, Muhammet Kerim Ayar

“…Abstract Background Prolonged exposure to coffee can lead to pronounced color changes and increased surface roughness in resin composites (RCs), effects that may be worsened by certain preheating methods. …”
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The role of nutritional factors in fat-free mass preservation and body composition changes after bariatric surgery: a systematic review of the available evidence by Behnaz Abiri, Majid Valizadeh, Zahra Seifi, Shirin Amini, Fatemeh Haidari

“…Abstract Background Bariatric surgery (BS) is an effective treatment for obesity, but it often leads to significant changes in body composition, including loss of fat-free mass (FFM). …”
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Relationships Between Spinal Curvature Parameters and Somatic Variables, Bone Mineral Density, Sedentary Habits and Physical Activity Levels in Young Adults: a Cross-Sectional Stud... by Sandra Trzcińska, Joanna Cieplińska, Anna Kopiczko, Michał Kuszewski, Manuel González Sanchez

“…Background: Postural disorders in young adults result in poorer physical performance and quality of life in old age. …”
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Lack of vertical and horizontal floristic congruence in Quercus insignis-dominated cloud forest stands in the Mexican Neotropics by Miguel Olvera-Vargas, Blanca L. Figueroa-Rangel, José Guadalupe Morales Arias

“… Background: In diverse forests, it remains uncertain whether species composition of seedlings and saplings aligns with that of adult-trees, and whether similarity in composition decreases with greater geographic distance. …”
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Multi-objective optimization of wear parameters of hybrid composites (LM6/B4C/fly ash) using grey relational analysis. by Charles Sarala Rubi, Jayavelu Udaya Prakash, Sunder Jebarose Juliyana, Sachin Salunkhe, Robert Cep, Emad Abouel Nasr

“…<h4>Methods</h4>Stir casting was utilized to make aluminium matrix composites (AMCs) with 3%, 6%, and 9% of B4C/Fly ash particles. …”
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