Abstract Purpose of Review We aimed to examine the relationship between various diet
quality scores and obesity and Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) in children and adolescents …

Globally, the intake of fruit and vegetables (F&V) is far below the recommended levels,
contributing to various health challenges including micronutrient deficiencies and non …

A healthy intestinal permeability facilitates the selective transport of nutrients, metabolites,
water, and bacterial products, involving cellular, neural, hormonal, and immune factors. An …

Health, growth and development during mid-childhood (from 5 to 14 years) are poorly
characterised, and this period has been termed the 'missing middle'. This thesis describes …

Background: Adolescence is a critical stage in the formation of lifelong dietary habits.
However, current trends among Ghanaian adolescents indicate a shift towards less …

Background–Anaemia is a significant public health concern among adolescents in Dar es
Salaam. Anaemia has adverse effects on maternal and child health, as well as …