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Adherence to the mediterranean diet and metabolic health in older adults: insig...
Alves, Sara Elisa Brás; Fernandes, Hélder; Mendes, Eugénia; Monteiro, António M.; Fernandes, Adília; Vaz, Josiana A.The Mediterranean Diet is known for its protective effects against cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Metabolic syndrome, characterized by multiple health risk factors, is increasingly concerning in older populations. Understanding dietary impacts on metabolic health is key for promoting healthy ageing. Objectives: This feasibility study aimed to explore the relationship between adherence to the Mediterrane...
Adherence to the mediterranean diet and the risk of metabolic syndrome: a preli...
Alves, Sara Elisa Brás; Monteiro, António M.; Fernandes, Adília; Fernandes, Hélder; Vaz, Josiana A.; Pereira, Ana Maria Geraldes RodriguesThe Mediterranean Diet has been widely recognized for its protective effects against cardiovascular and metabolic diseases (Zazpe et al., 2008). Metabolic syndrome, often defined as the simultaneous occurrence of health-related risk factors, is a growing concern in ageing populations (Swarup et al., 2024). Understanding how dietary patterns influence metabolic health in older adults is essential for promoting h...
Exploring cardiovascular risk and plasma ghrelin levels in older adults: a prel...
Alves, Sara Elisa Brás; Capristano, Jeovana; Sá, Leandro Moreira de; Mendes, Eugénia; Fernandes, Hélder; Vaz, Josiana A.Cardiovascular diseases are a leading cause of illness and mortality worldwide, with ageing as a key risk factor. As people age, heightened inflammation, oxidative stress, and endothelial dysfunction increase their cardiovascular disease risk. Ghrelin, known as "the hunger hormone," is essential for energy regulation and metabolism. It offers cardiovascular benefits by promoting vasodilation and enhancing endot...
Sleep quality and hormonal levels of ghrelin and leptin in the elderly: a cross...
Alves, Sara Elisa Brás; Capristano, Jeovana; Sá, Leandro Moreira de; Mendes, Eugénia; Fernandes, Hélder; Vaz, Josiana A.The increase in life expectancy prompts a critical examination of the quality of aging in contemporary societies. Ageing causes alterations in the circadian sleep-wake cycle, which are closely linked to cellular senescence. Research indicates that insufficient sleep can accelerate inflammation and oxidative stress, highlighting the importance of good sleep hygiene for overall health and reducing the effects of ...
Inspiratory muscle training – effectiveness in the intradialytic period
Casado, Sónia Alexandra Claro; Mendes, Eugénia; Preto, Leonel; Azevedo, Pedro; Vila-Chã, Carolina; Novo, AndréThe function of the inspiratory muscles in hemodialyzed patients is compromised, with a decrease in diaphragm thickness, muscle strength, and altered lung volumes (1,2). Several studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of inspiratory muscle training: increased functional capacity and strength of inspiratory muscles, decreased sensation of dyspnea, improved quality of life, and lung volumes (3,4). To evaluate...
Physical exercise and hemodialysis – reality in Portugal
Casado, Sónia Alexandra Claro; Felgueiras, Sónia; Fermento, Cristiana; Mendes, Eugénia; Preto, Leonel; Azevedo, Pedro; Vila-Chã, Carolina; Novo, AndréBackground Patients with chronic kidney disease often experience fatigue and a low capacity to perform activities of daily living due to the burden of symptoms, leading to a decrease in quality of life (1). Physical exercise is recommended and safe for hemodialysis patients, in different types of training (aerobic, resistance, or combined) (2,3), with individualized prescription and supervised by health profess...
Conceitos gerais sobre atividade física e exercício físico
Delgado, Bruno; Vaz, Sérgio; Loureiro, Maria; Novo, André; Preto, Leonel; Mendes, EugéniaDesde pelo menos 1985 que se tentam definir os termos atividade física e exercício físico e a sua relação com a saúde (Caspersen et al., 1985). Já desde essa data que se descreve que atividade física e exercício físico são termos diferentes, mas muitas das vezes confundidos entre si. E esta situação mantém-se praticamente inalterada quase 40 anos depois. Com este capítulo pretende-se descrever os principais con...
Effect of inspiratory muscle training in hemodialysis patients: a systematic re...
Casado, Sónia Alexandra Claro; Mendes, Eugénia; Preto, Leonel; Vila-Chã, Carolina Júlia Félix; Novo, AndréTo clarify the effect of inspiratory muscle training on inspiratory muscle strength, lung function, and functional capacity in hemodialysis patients. Methods: Randomized controlled trials evaluating inspiratory muscle strength, lung function, and functional capacity in hemodialysis patients were searched. The search was conducted in Medline, Web of Science, and Scopus between August and December 2024. Risk of b...
Produção científica em enfermagem de reabilitação e exercício físico em Portuga...
Novo, André; Parola, Vítor; Mendes, Eugénia; Preto, Leonel; Martins, Maria Manuela; Schoeller, Soraia DornellesMapear a enfermagem de reabilitação e o exercício físico. Estudo bibliométrico realizado nas bases SCOPUS, MEDLINE (via PubMed) Web of Science e Repositório Científico de Acesso Aberto de Portugal, com utilização do software VOSviewer. Foram aplicadas técnicas de coocorrência de palavras-chave, títulos, análise de coautoria, agrupamento por modularidade e aplicação de leis para validação. Foram analisadas 96 pu...
Adherence to the mediterranean diet and the risk of metabolic syndrome: a preli...
Alves, Sara Elisa Brás; Mendes, Eugénia; Monteiro, António M.; Fernandes, Adília; Fernandes, Hélder; Vaz, Josiana A.The aging population is facing an increase in chronic diseases, particularly Metabolic Syndrome (MetS), which raises the risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes1,2. Effective prevention strategies are essential. The Mediterranean diet, rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and healthy fats, has been shown to improve metabolic health and reduce these risks, especially among older adults3,4