Assessing Differences and Implications of Two Methods for Calculating Outcomes in the Lower Quarter Y-Balance Test by Natalia Sokulska, Bartosz Zając, Paulina Katarzyna Gaj

“…Normalized reach (%) was calculated by dividing both the maximum and mean reach distances (cm) by the length of the lower limb (cm) and then multiplying the result by 100%. The composite score (%) was calculated by summing the maximum and mean reach distances in each direction, and then dividing the obtained values by three times the length of the lower limb, and finally multiplying the result by 100%.Results: The calculation method based on the maximum reach distance, as compared to the mean reach distances, yields significantly (p-value <0.001) higher values for all absolute (cm) and normalized (%) reaches, as well as composite score (%) in YBT-LQ.Conclusion: When comparing research findings using two calculation methods for YBT-LQ performance, it is important to consider that the maximum reach distances method yields higher values of 1.7-2.5 cm and 1.8-2.8% for absolute and normalized outcomes, respectively. …”
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Biomechanical evaluation of bispherical augments in acetabular defect reconstruction and comparative study of different fixation methods by Xiaoqi Zhang, Guoyuan Li, Min Chen, Zhe Ni, Zhengliang Luo, Xiaofeng Ji, Xifu Shang

“…Methods Nine composite hemipelvis specimens were prepared with a Paprosky II defect. …”
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Effects of aspirin and omega-3 fatty acids on composite and subdomain scores from the NEI-VFQ-25 questionnaire: the ASCEND-Eye randomized controlled trial by Emily L. Sammons, Georgina Buck, Louise J. Bowman, William M. Stevens, Imen Hammami, Sarah Parish, Jane Armitage, on behalf of the ASCEND Study Collaborative Group

“…Abstract Background The double-blind, 2 × 2 factorial design, placebo-controlled ASCEND randomized trial compared the effects of 100 mg aspirin daily and, separately, 1 g omega-3 fatty acids (FAs) daily on the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease in 15,480 UK adults with diabetes. …”
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Development of a nomogram based on body composition and tumor burden indicators to predict lymph node metastasis in patients with T1 esophageal squamous cell carcinoma by Qingwen Liu, Junxi Hu, Lin Liu, Wenbo He, Jiaqi Hou, Yusheng Shu, Xiaolin Wang

“…Abstract Background Treatment strategies for patients with early esophageal cancer are diverse, and lymph node metastasis (LNM) remains a critical determinant in therapeutic decision-making and prognosis. …”
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The Sex and Race Specific Relationship between Anthropometry and Body Fat Composition Determined from Computed Tomography: Evidence from the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis. by Morgana Mongraw-Chaffin, Sherita Hill Golden, Matthew A Allison, Jingzhong Ding, Pamela Ouyang, Pamela J Schreiner, Moyses Szklo, Mark Woodward, Jeffery Hunter Young, Cheryl A M Anderson

“…<h4>Background</h4>Few studies have investigated the relationship of anthropometric measurements with computed tomography (CT) body fat composition, and even fewer determined if these relationships differ by sex and race.…”
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Exploring the connection between erythrocyte membrane fatty acid composition and oxidative stress in patients undergoing the Crohn’s disease Therapeutic Diet Intervention (CD-TDI)... by Natasha Haskey, Clara Letef, James A. Sousa, Munazza Yousuf, Lorian M. Taylor, Derek M. McKay, Christopher Ma, Subrata Ghosh, Deanna L. Gibson, Maitreyi Raman

“…Background: Dietary fatty acids (FA) are crucial to the pathophysiology of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), influencing systemic and gut inflammatory responses. …”
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Effects of Eight Weeks of Aerobic Training Combined with Carbohydrate Mouth Rinse on Body Composition and Exercise Performance in Adult Men with Obesity: Evidence from Korea by Jae-Myun Ko, Wi-Young So, Sung-Eun Park

“…<b>Background:</b> Considering that the prevalence of obesity has risen rapidly in recent decades, the aim of this study was to investigate the effects of a carbohydrate mouth rinse (CMR) on the outcomes of aerobic training among adult men with obesity, focusing particularly on the effects of repeated use on body composition and exercise performance. …”
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Intranasal Immunization with DNA Vaccine HA-CCL19/Polyethylenimine/Chitosan Composite Provides Immune Protection Against H7N9 Infection by Yuqing Xiang, Hongbo Zhang, Youcai An, Ze Chen

“…Background/Objectives: The H7N9 avian influenza virus (AIV) constitutes a novel subtype of influenza virus that has emerged within the past decade. …”
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Benefits of specialist palliative care by identifying active ingredients of service composition, structure, and delivery model: A systematic review with meta-analysis and meta-regr... by Miriam J Johnson, Leah Rutterford, Anisha Sunny, Sophie Pask, Susanne de Wolf-Linder, Fliss E M Murtagh, Christina Ramsenthaler

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Clinical and cost-effectiveness of paramedics working in general practice: a mixed-methods realist evaluation by Matthew Booker, Sarah Voss, Nicky Harris, William Hollingworth, Nouf Jeynes, Hazel Taylor, Kirsty Garfield, Helen Baxter, Jonathan Benger, Andy Gibson, Trudy Goodenough, Justin Jagosh, Kim Kirby, Cathy Liddiard, Alyesha Proctor, Sarah Purdy, Behnaz Schofield, Hannah Stott, Grace Scrimgeour, Nicola Walsh

“…Background General practice services are under pressure due increased demand. …”
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Reduced composite dietary antioxidant index increases the risk of Parkinson’s disease and all-cause mortality in Parkinson’s disease patients: evidence from the NHANES database by Fei Huang, Jingwen Hao, Chanjuan Chen, Qun Liu, Dan He

“…BackgroundThis study aimed to investigate the relationship between the Composite Dietary Antioxidant Index (CDAI) and the prevalence of Parkinson’s disease (PD), as well as to explore its relationship with all-cause mortality risk in PD patients.MethodsData from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) database spanning from 2007 to 2018 were used, including 119,609 participants. …”
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Associations Between Polymorphisms of the CSN1S1, CSN1S2, CSN2 and CSN3 Genes and Milk Composition Traits in Holstein Cattle by Ahmet Fatih Demirel, Bahattin Çak

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Study of the effect of the herbal composition SR2004 on hemoglobin A1c, fasting blood glucose, and lipids in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus by Sumit Chatterji, Dov Fogel

“…Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a metabolic disorder characterized by raised blood glucose levels and peripheral insulin resistance. …”
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Continuous Skin Rejuvenation by Combining Nonablative Fractional Laser With Daily Application of a Multibeneficial Composition Formulation: A Blinded Randomized Clinical Trial Stud... by Xinxuan Zhang, Manru Ning, Mengqing Lin, Qi Tang, Yihuai Liang, Feifei Wang, Xiaoke Xu

“…ABSTRACT Background and Aims Skin aging is a common concern among individuals, and laser treatments are recognized as one of the most effective approaches to mitigate the aging process. …”
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Ethnobotanical study on factors influencing plant composition and traditional knowledge in homegardens of Laifeng Tujia ethnic communities, the hinterland of the Wuling mountain ar... by Shuwang Hou, Mengfan Yu, Zhen Yao

“…This study focuses on the Tujia ethnic communities in Laifeng County, situated in the hinterland of the Wuling mountain area, with the primary objective of collecting, documenting, and organizing local homegarden plants, their functions, and the associated traditional knowledge, and exploring the factors influencing their composition and diversity. Methods From May 2023 to August 2024, field surveys were conducted in Laifeng County, Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hubei Province, China. …”
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Effect of different sports drink compositions on endurance performance and substrate oxidation: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study in trained athletes by Sascha Ketelhut, Martin Moehle, Laura Hottenrott

“…Background The consumption of sports drinks before, during, and after endurance exercise is a common practice among athletes. …”
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6-week time-restricted eating improves body composition, maintains exercise performance, without exacerbating eating disorder in female DanceSport dancers by Yanbing Zhou, Xian Guo, Zeyao Liu, Dan Sun, Yujie Liang, Hong Shen, Xinxin Li, Jinhao Mu, Jingying Liu, Guoxia Cao, Mengmeng Chen

“…Time-restricted eating (TRE), a popular intermittent fasting protocol, has been shown to be effective in enhancing body composition and exercise performance in athletes. In this study, TRE was employed as a dietary regimen to improve body composition and exercise performance and address ED attitudes and behaviors in DanceSport dancers.Methods Twenty female DanceSport dancers were recruited and divided into two groups: TRE (n = 10) and normal diet (ND) (n = 10). …”
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Association of body composition with left ventricular remodeling and outcomes in diabetic heart failure with reduced ejection fraction: assessment of sarcopenic obesity using cardi... by Ke Shi, Ge Zhang, Rong Xu, Xue-Ming Li, Li Jiang, Yue Gao, Hua-Yan Xu, Yuan Li, Ying-Kun Guo, Zhi-Gang Yang

“…Abstract Background Obesity is common in the heart failure (HF) population and is regarded as an important risk factor for developing HF. …”
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Differential effects of inulin and fructooligosaccharides on gut microbiota composition and glycemic metabolism in overweight/obese and healthy individuals: a randomized, double-bl... by Jie Li, Feitong Liu, Yuemei Luo, Anisha Wijeyesekera, Shan Wang, Xiaojiao Chen, Yamei Lv, Jing Jin, Huafang Sheng, Guopan Wang, Yuanan Wei, Zhuang Li, Muxuan Chen, Hongwei Zhou

“…Abstract Background Modulating the gut microbiota with prebiotics is a promising strategy for managing metabolic diseases. …”
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Effects of protein supplementation during pilates training on body composition, core muscle endurance, and joint flexibility in trained women: a randomized controlled trial by Christina Karpouzi, Antigoni Kypraiou, Vassilis Mougios, Anatoli Petridou

“…Thus, the aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of protein supplementation during Pilates training on body composition, core muscle endurance, and joint flexibility in trained women.Methods Nineteen Pilates-trained women (31 ± 9 y) performed 10 weeks of Pilates training using the Reformer and Cadillac apparatuses, at least 2 times per week. …”
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