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Higher fresh fruit intake relates to larger grey matter volumes in areas involved in dementia and depression: A UK Biobank study

NeuroImage, 2023
The benefits of consuming fruits and vegetables are widely accepted. While previous studies suggest a protective role of fruits and vegetables against a variety of diseases such as dementia and depression, the biological mechanisms/effects remain unclear.
Santino Gaudio, Gull Rukh, Vincenzo Di Ciommo, Samuel Berkins, Lyle Wiemerslage, Helgi B. Schiöth   +5 more
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Intake of fruit and vegetables: implications for bone health [PDF]

Proceedings of the Nutrition Society, 2003
These famous words by Mencken in the early 20th century about the meaning of life and death, may also apply to the struggle of the healthy skeleton against the deleterious effects of retained acid!’ ( Kraut & Coburn, 1994). The health-related benefit of a high consumption of fruit and vegetables and the influence of this food group on a variety of ...
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Fruit and vegetable consumption and metabolic syndrome in Chinese adults: a cross-sectional study

Frontiers in Nutrition
BackgroundEvidence suggests inverse associations between fruit and vegetable intakes and metabolic syndrome (MetS), but data from Chinese populations remain limited, particularly regarding component-specific associations and whether associations vary ...
Bing Wang, Xiao-Yan Qian, Xiao-Fang Chen, Ying-Jie Wang, Hui Zhou, Li-Qiang Qin, Guang-Fang Shao, Khemayanto Hidayat   +7 more
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Differences in fruit and vegetable intake and their determinants among 11-year-old schoolchildren between 2003 and 2009

International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, 2011
Background Fruit and vegetable (FV) intake in children in the Netherlands is much lower than recommended. Recurrent appraisal of intake levels is important for detecting changes in intake over time and to inform future interventions and policies. The aim
Fischer Claudia, Brug Johannes, Tak Nannah I, Yngve Agneta, te Velde Saskia J   +4 more
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The Effect of an eHealth Coaching Program (Smarter Pregnancy) on Attitudes and Practices Toward Periconception Lifestyle Behaviors in Women Attempting Pregnancy: Prospective Study

Journal of Medical Internet Research, 2023
BackgroundLifestyle behaviors during the periconception period contribute to achievement of a successful pregnancy. Assessment of attitudes and practices toward these modifiable behaviors can aid in identifying gaps in unhealthy ...
Batoul Hojeij, Sam Schoenmakers, Sten Willemsen, Lenie van Rossem, Andras Dinnyes, Melek Rousian, Regine PM Steegers-Theunissen   +6 more
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Stages of change to increase fruit and vegetable intake and its relationships with fruit and vegetable intake and related psychosocial factors [PDF]

Nutrition Research and Practice, 2014
Understanding individual's intention, action and maintenance to increase fruit and vegetable intake is an initial step in designing nutrition or health promotion programs. This study aimed to determine stages of change to increase fruit and vegetable intake and its relationships with fruit and vegetable intake, self-efficacy, perceived benefits and ...
Wong, Chee Yen, Mohd Shariff, Zalilah, Kandiah, Mirnalini, Mohd Taib, Mohd Nasir   +3 more
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A simple fruit and vegetable score is a valid tool to assess actual fruit and vegetable intake

British Journal of Nutrition, 2023
AbstractWith the recent growing interest in improving fruit and vegetable intake for better health and limited research resources in many settings, simple-to-administer and low-priced indicators are essential tools for monitoring fruit and vegetable intake at the population level.
Giulia Pastori, Inge D. Brouwer, Edith J. M. Feskens, Lê Thị Thu Hương, Folake Samuel, Le Thi Thanh Xuan, Oluyemisi F. Shittu, Toluwalope Emmanuel Eyinla, Elise F. Talsma   +8 more
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Associations between vegetable and fruit intake and sleep duration among Chinese adults aged over 80 years: an analysis based on the China Nutrition and Health Surveillance, 2015–2017

Zhongguo gonggong weisheng
ObjectiveTo explore the relationship between vegetable and fruit intake and sleep duration among Chinese adults aged over 80 years, thereby providing a scientific basis for improving sleep quality in this population.
Yuxiang YANG, Shuya CAI, SZILI-TOROK Tamas, Yanmei WANG, Jing NAN, Ruilian WANG, Liyun ZHAO, Dongmei YU   +7 more
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Recent Advances of Slip Sensors for Smart Robotics

Advanced Materials Technologies, EarlyView.
This review summarizes recent progress in robotic slip sensors across mechanical, electrical, thermal, optical, magnetic, and acoustic mechanisms, offering a comprehensive reference for the selection of slip sensors in robotic applications. In addition, current challenges and emerging trends are identified to advance the development of robust, adaptive,
Xingyu Zhang, Liao Wu, Shuai He, Zhao Sha, Yuwan Huang, Shuying Wu, Dewei Chu, Chun H. Wang, Shuhua Peng   +8 more
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Modular, Textile‐Based Soft Robotic Grippers for Agricultural Produce Handling

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
This article introduces textile‐based pneumatic grippers that transform simple textiles into robust bending actuators. Detailed experiments uncover how cut geometry and fabric selection shape performance. Successful handling of fragile agricultural items showcases the potential of textile robotics for safe, scalable automation in food processing and ...
Zeyu Hou, Eran Beeri Bamani, Joao Buzzatto, Bryan Busby, Lucas Ferrari Gerez   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source