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Energy and key micronutrient intake in amateur swimmers : a pilot study

Swimming is a highly demanding sport that requires the integration of multiple physical, physiological, and psychological factors for optimal performance. Despite its popularity, most swimmers are amateur, and few studies have assessed energy and nutrient intake at this athlete level. Therefore, the aim of the present pilot study was to evaluate energy and nutrient intake and compare them with the recommended v...

How do nutritionists/dietitians use social media to communicate with their publ...

Background: Social media has emerged as a powerful communication tool for healthcare professionals, including nutritionists and dietitians, particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic. Evidence suggests that their online presence can enhance nutritional literacy and play a crucial role in countering misinformation. Objective: This systematic review aims to investigate how and why Registered Nutritionists and Dieti...

Pork meat composition and health : a review of the evidence

Meat has been part of the human diet for centuries and it is a recognizable source of high-biologic-value protein and several micronutrients; however, its consumption has been associated with an increased risk of non-communicable diseases (e.g., cardiovascular diseases, cancer). These concerns are mostly related to red meat. However, meat composition is quite variable within species and meat cuts. The present s...

Mediterranean dietary pattern for healthy and active aging : a narrative review...

The global population is on a trajectory of continuous growth, with estimates projecting an increase from 7.7 billion in 2019 to approximately 9.7 billion by 2050. Longevity is also expected to rise rapidly, with advancements in healthcare contributing to increased life expectancies and an increase in the maximum lifespan. The aging process is accompanied by different changes, often leading to a decline in dail...

Reply to Grant, W.B. comment on “Vicente, F.; Pereira, P.C. Pork meat compositi...

Lower calcium and iron intake in adolescent gymnasts : a case of concern for yo...

Objectives: Diet is important for the appropriate development and maturation of young amateur athletes. The aim of this study was to determine whether young gymnasts were consuming adequate amounts of nutrients, particularly calcium and iron. Methods: This cross-sectional survey was conducted in Portugal's Almada and Lisbon regions in 2020. To determine if participants’ diet was adequate, weight, height, and sk...

Development and validation of an anthropometric equation to predict fat mass pe...

This study aimed to (i) characterise the body composition of professional and semi-professional male futsal players, (ii) assess the validity of commonly used equations to estimate FM%, (iii) develop and cross-validate a futsal-specific FM% prediction equation. In a cross-sectional design, 78 adult male futsal players were assessed for body mass, stature, skinfolds, and girths as per the International Society f...

Oral health among athletes at the Egas Moniz Sports Dentistry Practice

The sports dentistry consultation at the Clínica Universitária Egas Moniz is guaranteed by a multidisciplinary team of health professionals that provide a customized service to high performance athletes. Over the last year, 99 athletes were evaluated in terms of their oral health through extraoral, intraoral and radiographic exams. In this population a high prevalence of dry mouth, erosive wear, gingivitis, per...

Food intake assessment and anthropometric characterisation of teenage gymnasts

Anthropometric and body composition characterisation of competition Portuguese ...