The Usage of Lion’s Mane in Sports and Its Metabolic Impact – a literature review by Karolina Stankevič, Kamila Fuczyło, Ewelina Kopczyńska, Piotr Kulej, Wiktor Biesiada, Justyna Weronika Kmieć, Justyna Woźniak, Anna-Mariia Chernysh, Aleksandra Dusińska, Jakub Waszczyński

“… Introduction Lion’s mane (Hericium erinaceus), a medicinal mushroom widely recognized for its neuroprotective and health-promoting properties, has garnered increasing attention in recent years for its potential applications in sports and metabolic health. …”
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The First Step of Health Policy-Making for Lifestyle Modifications at Middle Age: Problem Identification in 40- to 60-Year-Old Population, Northern Iran by Simin Mouodi, Seyed Reza Hosseini, Reza Ghadimi, Ali Bijani, Robert Graham Cumming, Hassan Ashrafian Amiri, Fatemeh Bayani, Shima Sum

“…The Persian translation of the Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile II questionnaire and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire were used for data collection. …”
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Fresh-cut watermelon: postharvest physiology, technology, and opportunities for quality improvement by Ebenezer Quandoh, Karin Albornoz

“…Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus L.) fruit is widely consumed for its sweetness, flavor, nutrition and health-promoting properties. It is commonly commercialized in fresh-cut format, satisfying consumer demand for freshness and convenience, but its shelf-life is limited. …”
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Behavioural Risk Factors, Hypertension Knowledge, and Hypertension in Rural India by Eslavath Rajkumar, John Romate

“…Still, there is a poor understanding about associated behavioural risk factors of hypertension and importance of knowledge in adopting health-promoting behaviours and controlling hypertension among rural areas of India. …”
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Mare’s and Cow’s Milk Fortified with Flaxseed Oil Through Freeze-Drying Microencapsulation: Physicochemical and Nutritional Properties by Jolanta Gawałek, Dorota Cais-Sokolińska, Joanna Teichert

“…Fortification with flaxseed oil showed increased health-promoting properties in the case of the DFA and OFA parameters (for mare milk) and n-6/n-3 ratio (for cow milk).…”
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Lipidomics-based association study reveals genomic signatures of anti-cancer qualities of pigmented rice sprouts by Rhowell Navarro Tiozon, Rhowell Navarro Tiozon, Erstelle Pasion-Uy, Saleh Alseekh, Saleh Alseekh, Kristel June D. Sartagoda, Shem Gempesaw, Joel H. G. Tolentino, Alisdair R. Fernie, Alisdair R. Fernie, Nese Sreenivasulu

“…This study offers valuable insights into the health-promoting potential of germinated rice sprouts as a rich dietary source of antioxidants beneficial to human health.…”
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Modern methods and means of physical culture in the rehabilitation of various population groups: a systematic review by Marina Jagiello, Marc Lochbaum

“…Modern methods and means of physical culture in rehabilitation prove their effectiveness in improving physical and mental health, promoting social integration, and enhancing the quality of life for various population groups. …”
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Comparison of In Vitro Biotransformation of Olive Polyphenols Between Healthy Young and Elderly by Stef Lauwers, Anne-Sophie Weyns, Annelies Breynaert, Tim Van Rillaer, Valerie Van Huynegem, Erik Fransen, Wout Bittremieux, Sarah Lebeer, Emmy Tuenter, Nina Hermans

“…Conclusions: Both age groups produced the same metabolites, suggesting that the potential for polyphenols to exert their health-promoting benefits persists in healthy older individuals.…”
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Developmental inequity and the impact of pesticide exposure on gut and brain health in developing nations – a Brazilian perspective by Jessica Gama, Bianca Cruz Neves, Antonio Pereira

“…A unified approach toward regulating pesticide use globally is crucial to safeguard public health, promote developmental equity, and advance a more sustainable relationship with the environment.…”
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Benefits of Gardenia jasminoides Ellis’s floral volatile components on human emotions and moods by Yan Cai, Hannan Chen, Xin Zhang, Wanning Bu, Wei Ning

“…The findings of our research offer backing for utilizing aromatic plants with terpenes and alcohols, such as gardenia, to enhance their health-promoting properties.…”
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Proximate Composition and In Vitro Bioactive Properties of Leaf Extracts from Seven <i>Viola</i> Species by Guangnian Zeng, Xingfan Li, Chunbo Zhao, Yongkang Pang, Xiongfei Luo, Zhonghua Tang

“…<i>Viola</i>, an edible wild plant, is valued for its distinctive flavor and health-promoting properties. This study examines the proximate composition, bioactive compounds, and in vitro biological activities of seven <i>Viola</i> leaves (<i>Viola prionantha</i>, <i>Viola collina</i>, <i>Viola acuminata</i>, <i>Viola variegata</i>, <i>Viola tokubuchiana</i> var. …”
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Knowledge and attitudes towards cervical cancer and screening among migrant women: a qualitative study in Portugal by Inês Fronteira, Patrícia Marques, Sónia Dias, Ana Gama, Joana Silva

“…Additionally, participants agreed that peers and social networks may play a role in promoting screening among communities.Conclusions Healthcare professionals and community actors are paramount to promote CCS among migrant women, especially through culturally adapted awareness interventions and health-promoting activities engaging local communities and social networks of women. …”
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Effects of starter cultures on the metabolite profile, antioxidant activities, and anti-aging properties of tapuy lees by Edward Kevin B. Bragais, Paul Mark B. Medina

“…These findings suggest that the use of well-defined starter cultures significantly enhances the health-promoting properties of tapuy lees. This research underscores the potential of tapuy lees as a functional food with antioxidant and anti-aging properties, suggesting its valuable role in promoting public health and preventing age-related diseases. …”
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Physical activity and screen time among children and adolescents in Kazakhstan by Kwok Ng, Shynar Abdrakhmanova, Assel Adayeva

“…&nbsp; Despite some limitations in the methodologies between the COSI and HBSC surveys, and reporting of behaviours, there is a clear pattern that health promoting activities lowers as children transition into young adolescents.…”
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Nutritional, Phytochemical, and Antimicrobial Properties of <i>Carica papaya</i> Leaves: Implications for Health Benefits and Food Applications by Rajni Choudhary, Ravinder Kaushik, Ansab Akhtar, Suvendu Manna, Jyoti Sharma, Aarti Bains

“…This study analyzed their nutritional, phytochemical, structural, thermal, and antimicrobial properties to evaluate their role as a health-promoting ingredient. Methods: Phytochemicals were quantified spectrophotometrically and identified via GC-MS. …”
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Perceived Burden and Healthy Lifestyle Behavior in Family Caregivers of the Persons with Disabilities in Bukhara by Hülya YÜCEL, Nurhayat KORKMAZ

“…The Zarit Burden Interview and the Health Promoting Lifestyle Profile II (HPLP II) were used. …”
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INVESTIGATING THE BIOCHEMICAL PROFILE AND NUTRITIONAL COMPOSITION OF VERNONIA AMYGDALINA LEAVES: A STUDY ON ANTIOXIDANT PROPERTIES, PHYTOCHEMICAL COMPOSITION, ENZYME INHIBITION, AN... by Olugbenga D. Oloruntola, Fehintoluwa S. Oladebeye, Samuel A. Adeyeye, Simeon O. Ayodele, Ojurereoluwa A. Ayodele, Olufemi E. Adeniji

“…These findings collectively emphasize the multifaceted health-promoting properties and nutritional value of Vernonia amygdalina leaves, advocating their utilization in various dietary and therapeutic applications.…”
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Enhancing bioactive compound stability of stinging nettle (Urtica dioica L.) leaves via advanced packaging techniques by Mia Dujmović, Mia Kurek, Zdenko Mlinar, Sanja Radman, Nevena Opačić, Sandra Voća, Jana Šic Žlabur

“…Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica L.) is a highly nutritious plant, as it contains a variety of phytochemicals that contribute to the health-promoting properties of the human organism. However, preserving these valuable compounds and maintaining the organoleptic properties of fresh nettle leaves over a certain period of time is a problem given their perishable nature. …”
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Are Sportive Games Affecting the Lipid Profile in Adolescents? by Vedat Çınar, Taner Akbulut, Yakup Kılıç, Zarife Pancar

“…As a result, sportive games that applied throughout ten weeks to adolescents had positive effects on lipid profile, it can be said that they may have a health promoting role if they are made permanent.…”
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Abdominal Pain in Young Adults by O. V. Gaus, M. A. Livzan, D. V. Turchaninov, T. I. Ivanova, D. V. Popello

“…A study of abdominal pain incidence in young adults in relation to dietary habits and psychological profile for advancement of health-promoting technologies.Materials and methods. An anonymous quiz survey covered 3,634 students enrolled at Omsk State Medical University in higher and secondary vocational education programmes via online use of the GSRS and WHO CINDI programme questionnaires to assess eating patterns and dietary preferences, as well as a brief multifactor personality inventory scale. …”
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