Insulin resistance (IR) is insulin failure in normal plasma levels to adequately stimulate
glucose uptake by the peripheral tissues. IR is becoming more common in children and …

Background Coronavirus has spread to almost every country since its emergence in Wuhan,
China and countries have been adopted an array of measures to control the rapid spread of …

Background and aim Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) had an inverse impact on the
economic stability of many nations all over the globe. We describe and recommend food …

Background: Africa is facing the triple burden of communicable diseases, non-
communicable diseases (NCDs), and nutritional disorders. Multilateral institutions, bilateral …

Background Knowledge on the impact of the temporary kindergarten closure policy under
COVID-19 in 2020 on childhood overweight and obesity is inadequate. We aimed to …

Background: Adipose tissue is not only a storage place for fat, but also an endocrine organ,
secreting bioactive molecules which influence body metabolism. Such molecules are known …

Introduction Front of Package Food Labels (FoP) help consumers make healthier food
choices at the point of purchase by giving details about the nutrients available in the …

Malnutrition is a global health issue and the leading cause of childhood morbidity and
mortality under 5 years old. Malnutrition comprises undernutrition (stunting, wasting …

The dramatic increase observed in the prevalence and severity of childhood obesity has
important implications for morbidity and mortality during adulthood, consequently, immediate …

Background The global prevalence of obesity is increasing not only in adults but also in
children and adolescents. In addition to the role of genetic and biological factors, policies …