Browsing Health Sciences by Subject "Dietary patterns"
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Associations between maternal dietary patterns during pregnancy and early childhood development in Johannesburg, South Africa
(North-West University (South Africa), 2021)Background and rationale. Pregnancy presents a unique period during which the health and well-being of the offspring can be influenced. Maternal nutrition is known as an important modifiable factor for both fetal and ... -
Associations of dietary patterns during pregnancy with perinatal fatigue and depression among urban women in South Africa : the NuPED study
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2021)Background: Perinatal depression is a serious problem worldwide and the prevalence is higher in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC) than in high-income countries (HIC). The South African prevalence of perinatal depression ... -
Effect of fruit and vegetable intake on the progression of kidney failure in adults with chronic kidney disease: a systematic review
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2020)Background: Dietary intervention has been a significant part of chronic kidney disease (CKD) treatment with the emphasis on reducing protein, sodium, phosphorus, and potassium intake, limiting fruit and vegetable consumption. ... -
Genetic and dietary determinants of Type 2 diabetes in a black South African population
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2016)Background: The increasing burden of T2D is a global cause of concern. However in Africa where the countries are ill equipped to manage this pandemic, the prevalence of T2D will increase the most by 2030 compared to other ...
