by Ryan Anthony  , Michael J. Macartney  and Gregory E. Peoples

Received: 12 November 2024;  Published: 19 March 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2501004

Long-chain omega-3 fatty acids (LCn-3PUFA), including eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), support heart function during exercise and recovery by incorporating into the cardiac cell membranes. Traditionally sourced from fish and fish oil, algae-derived LCn-3PUFA have become alternative in supplemental forms. This study evaluated whether 12 weeks supplementation of a microencapsulated algal oil, delivered as chewable tablets, would perform equivalently to fish-derived LCn-3PUFA in boosting the [...]

by Recent Progress in Nutrition Editorial Office

Received: 24 February 2025;  Published: 25 February 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2501003

by Khalid Nawaz  , Iqra  , Muneeb Ullah  , Jin-Wook Yoo  , Umme Aiman  , Madiha Ghazanfar  and Muhammad Naeem

Received: 21 June 2024;  Published: 10 January 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2501002

The persistent inflammation of the intestinal mucosa is the main characteristic of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a lifelong illness that affects people of both genders. The exact etiology is still undefined while previously it was attributed to genetic components. Later, it was investigated that the environment has an equal effect on the development of IBD encompassing both Crohn’s disease (CD) and Ulcerative colitis (UC). Among environmental risk factors linked to IBD, diet, notably the transition toward the W [...]

by Recent Progress in Nutrition Editorial Office

Received: 02 January 2025;  Published: 02 January 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2501001

The editors of Recent Progress in Nutrition would like to express their sincere gratitude to the following reviewers for assessing manuscripts in 2024. We greatly appreciate the contribution of expert reviewers, which is crucial to the journal's editorial process. We aim to recognize reviewer contributions through several mechanisms, of which the annual publication of reviewer names is one. Reviewers can download a certificate of recognition directly from our submission system. Additionally, reviewers can sign up t [...]

by Haile Bikila  , Solomon Shiferaw  and Tariku Tesfaye Bekuma

Received: 24 July 2024;  Published: 24 December 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2404021

Human milk is not static; it is an invariant fluid that fluctuates in micro and macronutrient composition during feeding. The fat in human milk contributes above half the energy the infant demands. Moreover, fat is one of the most essential nutrients for brain tissue development during infancy. However, the effect of maternal nutritional status, including dietary intake, on human milk fat levels is not well investigated, particularly in developing nations. This study aimed to assess the level of human milk fat and [...]

by Grace Douglas  , Andrew S Day  and Stephanie C Brown

Received: 23 August 2024;  Published: 13 December 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2404020

Dietary and nutritional interventions have been shown to have roles in managing active Crohn disease (CD), with exclusive enteral nutrition (EEN) being recommended as the preferred initial treatment in children following diagnosis. In recent years, other nutritional interventions such as the Crohn's disease exclusion diet (CDED) have been considered and evaluated for induction therapy. To date, the long-term benefits of CDED have not been established. This report highlights the outcomes of the prolonged use of CDED [...]

by Ella L. Bracci  , Courtney R. Davis  and Karen J. Murphy

Received: 08 May 2024;  Published: 29 November 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2404019

Malnutrition and frailty are preventable and reversible. However, a significant proportion of aged care residents live with malnutrition and frailty which have associated complications such as increased falls, hospitalizations, infections, and decreased quality of life. Nutrition and dietary interventions can prevent these issues, however, there a few interventions conducted in this setting and no consensus on the most utilized interventions to improve health outcomes. In a crude literature search, we identified 65 [...]

by Anthony L. Dellinger  , Lowell Hughes  , Lesma Griffith  , Terry E. Brady  , Abed Alqader Ibrahim  and Melinda K. M. Goddard

Received: 19 July 2024;  Published: 13 November 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2404018

Recent advances in obesity management reflect the integration of pharmacological, surgical, and behavioral interventions, yet sustainable long-term outcomes remain elusive due to high attrition rates, the complexity of protocol compliance – and for some, costs, risks, and serious side effects. This research combined a patented nutraceutical designed to naturally stimulate serotonin, a biologic hunger agonist, to thereby aid in appetite control and facilitate weight loss through ‘Targeted Eating,’ a single, unrestri [...]

by Max G Blackwell  , Stephanie C Brown  and Andrew S Day

Received: 10 July 2024;  Published: 24 October 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2404017

We present a case report of an 11-year-old girl diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease and managed with maintenance cyclic exclusive enteral nutrition with satisfactory long-term biochemical and symptomatic control.

by Muhammad Asadullah  , Safia Hashim  , Ayesha Anwar  , Muhammad Abdul Rehman  , Nimra Saleem  and Abdum Muneeb

Received: 04 April 2024;  Published: 27 September 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2403016

Breakfast omission can essentially impact daily activities and academic performance, leading to diminished energy, poor concentration, mood disturbances, and potentially lower academic accomplishment. Advancing the significance of a nutritious breakfast and ensuring access to such meals is crucial for physical and cognitive prosperity. Examine the effect of breakfast exclusion on daily activities and insightful achievement in specific people. This study intends to evaluate the potential significance of findings in [...]

by Ian Seels  and Rowena J. Field

Received: 16 May 2024;  Published: 27 September 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2403015

Musculoskeletal (MSK) pain is a multifaceted problem, with many contributors. The assessment of these contributions by clinicians has evolved to include not only the musculoskeletal and nervous systems, but also psychosocial contributions. Nutrition, however, has not been considered as a potential contributor in the same way, despite a significant body of evidence showing that amending one’s diet may significantly reduce pain and inflammation. Historically, when the biomedical model was considered the gold standard [...]

by Mary Beth Arensberg  , Bethan E. Phillips  and Kirk W. Kerr

Received: 20 March 2024;  Published: 10 September 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2403014

Wound prevalence is increasing as the global population ages. Older adults are at risk of wounds from falling and from other medical conditions that contribute to wound development and slowed healing (e.g., diabetes, cancer, chronic infections); they often experience health conditions that necessitate surgery and therefore post-surgical healing. Poor nutrition status, which includes deficiencies in macro- and micronutrients, is recognized as a key contributor to impaired wound healing in older adults. As such, the [...]

by Glauce Kelly Silva do Nascimento  , Tatiane Monteiro dos Santos  , Irene Andressa  , Vivian Machado Benassi  , Nathalia de Andrade Neves  and Marcio Schmiele

Received: 08 May 2024;  Published: 05 September 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2403013

Bread stands out for its versatility and accessibility, appealing to individuals across various ages and social classes. Consequently, it presents an attractive opportunity for incorporating ingredients that offer health benefits to consumers. In this context, the current study aimed to evaluate the technological properties of sandwich bread (specific volume, water activity, moisture, instrumental color, and texture) prepared with a partial substitution (5% w/w) of wheat flour (WF) with purple corn cob flour (PCF) [...]

by Sri Desfita  , Denai Wahyuni  , Yusmarini Yusmarini  , Usman Pato  and Grazyna Budryn

Received: 09 April 2024;  Published: 23 August 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2403012

This systematic review aimed to analyze the in vivo study of the anti-osteoporotic activity of chickpeas. A comprehensive search for English language papers published between January 2013 and December 2023 using the keywords chickpea or Cicer arietinum, anti-osteoporotic activity or anti-osteoporotic effect, chickpeas and anti-osteoporotic activity, Cicer arietinum and antiosteoporotic activity and their synonyms yielded 3566 results from PubMed, ScienceDirect, SpringerLink and Google Scholar. Articles were screene [...]

by Shanthi Mendis

Received: 28 January 2024;  Published: 16 August 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2403011

Promoting a healthy diet is an effective strategy for preventing cardiovascular disease (CVD). The characteristics of a healthy diet are known. However, an unhealthy diet has become a significant contributor to the global burden of diseases, mainly due to its effect on CVD, diabetes, and cancer. A healthy diet is not accessible and affordable to most people worldwide. Marketing influences food choices and promotes unhealthy diets that contribute to obesity, CVD, diabetes mellitus, and cancer. Governments are respon [...]

by Maria Lúcia dos Santos  , Ana Cristina Monteiro  , Andréa Nascimento  , Sívia Barbosa  , Artur Delgado  and Patrícia Zamberlan

Received: 11 April 2024;  Published: 17 July 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2403010

Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by fragile skin that blisters and tears easily, leading to significant morbidity and mortality. Depending on the specific genetic mutations and the proteins involved, EB can be classified into several subtypes whose molecular complexity is compounded by the variability in mutation types (missense, nonsense, insertions, deletions), their locations within the genes, and the resultant effects on protein function. This systematic review aimed to identi [...]

by Anna Koczwara  , Lingfan Jiang  and Shasha Zheng

Received: 29 November 2023;  Published: 11 May 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2402009

Gout is an increasing metabolic disease due to the buildup of uric acid. The buildup of uric acid due to inadequate excretion leads to uric acid crystal formation. Treatment for gout aims to eliminate the uric acid crystal formation so that inflammation decreases. Traditional gout medication is usually allopurinol, but increasing studies have proven that herbal remedies may be promising. Over the past few years, studies have demonstrated that Simiao powder, a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), is more effective th [...]

by Sathish Thirunavukkarasu

Received: 15 April 2024;  Published: 23 April 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2402008

by Lisa Grentz  , Kristin Furfari  and Rebekah Keifer

Received: 13 January 2024;  Published: 19 April 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2402007

Infants with a critical congenital heart defect are at high-risk for feeding difficulties, often necessitating feeding tube placement. Enteral nutrition (EN) support is initiated to meet nutritional requirements and promote growth pre- and post-operatively. Tube-fed infants with congenital heart disease (CHD) who achieve stable health status post-operatively are at risk of becoming feeding tube dependent (FTD). We report a clinical observation for infants with CHD based on survey results from Growing Independent Ea [...]

by Maria Pereira  , Ana Valado  , Patrícia Antunes  and Leonel Pereira

Received: 30 August 2023;  Published: 15 April 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2402006

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are responsible for two-thirds of premature deaths in Europe. This added to the European socio-economic scenario already weakened by the vital aging of the population, contributes to the loss of active individuals, weakening competitiveness and social and economic sustainability, thus making the prevention of NCDs a European objective. Preventing NCDs with the enrichment of the food environment using algae or their compounds, which are rich in nutrients and bioactivities, is an exce [...]

by Inmaculada Zarzo  , Nadia San Onofre  and Jose M. Soriano

Received: 17 November 2023;  Published: 03 April 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2402005

The relationship between obesity and weight loss treatments has run parallel throughout history; however, not all diets are suitable for improving one’s health. This review aims to categorize diets according to the new classification of hazardous diets established in 2021. A search was conducted across grey, white, and black literature. The results reveal a study of 179 diets, of which 35 are effective, while the rest are hazardous to health. Looking at the geographical distribution of these diets, the USA, the UK, [...]

by Sanju Dahiya  and Munish Garg

Received: 23 August 2023;  Published: 26 March 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2401004

The world has suffered a lot during the COVID-19 pandemic, for which nobody was prepared. Due to the lack of appropriate treatment, Indian medicinal plants have alleviated the burden due to their diverse health benefits. It has been observed that certain medicinal plants can effectively enhance immunity against microorganisms and viruses. Numerous scientific studies have supported the above claims. This paper presents the SWOC analysis of Indian medicinal plants for their immunity-enhancing effects so that the medi [...]

by Caroline Soares  and Paula Ministro

Received: 04 January 2024;  Published: 19 March 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2401003

Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) affect primarily the bowel, but they are multisystemic diseases with a wide range of extraintestinal manifestations and complications. Nutritional imbalance occurs frequently in patients with IBD. The spectrum of malnutrition goes from undernutrition (low protein-caloric intake, disease-related malnutrition, micronutrient deficiencies) to overnutrition and obesity. The nutritional status of patients with IBD is increasingly recognized as a key aspect of the treatment and must be ad [...]

by Kaitlyn Sills  , Alicia C. Stapp  , Laurel Lambert  and Kenya Wolff

Received: 31 August 2023;  Published: 17 January 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2401002

Schools play an integral role in providing opportunities for children of all ages to be exposed to nutrition education. There are a variety of ways children can receive nutrition education in the school setting, such as explicit lessons, modeled dialogue, and exposure to nutrition-based principles. However, there continues to be a disconnect between teacher perceptions of nutrition education and time spent implementing it in the classroom. Nutrition education can come in many forms, including hands-on gardening and [...]

by Recent Progress in Nutrition Editorial Office

Received: 04 January 2024;  Published: 05 January 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2401001

The editors of Recent Progress in Nutrition would like to express their sincere gratitude to the following reviewers for assessing manuscripts in 2023. We greatly appreciate the contribution of expert reviewers, which is crucial to the journal's editorial process. We aim to recognize reviewer contributions through several mechanisms, of which the annual publication of reviewer names is one. Reviewers can download a certificate of recognition directly from our submission system. Additionally, reviewers can sign up t [...]