Publications by authors named "C A Visscher"
Introduction: In all sectors of the economy, including livestock production, there is an increasing focus on sustainability criteria. The carbon footprint is therefore an important target value in pig production. The aim is to minimize this value.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFProteins from insect production represent an interesting (environmentally friendly) option or supplement to commercial livestock farming. At present, however, the larval stages of (mealworm) and (buffalo worm) have been authorized as food for human consumption EU-wide, as have the nymph and adult stages of () (, Linnaeus, 1758) and () (house cricket, , Linnaeus, 1758). However, there is the problem that insects that are recognizable as a whole tend to be avoided by consumers, especially in the European region, as they are reminiscent of living things and can cause aversion and disgust in consumers.
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- Chronic painful temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and bruxism are often linked with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but how to treat them together is unclear.* -
- A study found that evidence-based trauma-focused treatment led to significant decreases in chronic painful TMD, pain intensity, awake bruxism, and sleep bruxism over time, with improvements maintained at a 6-month follow-up.* -
- The findings suggest that addressing PTSD through trauma-sensitive treatments could benefit individuals suffering from both PTSD and chronic painful TMD, indicating a need for integrated therapeutic approaches.*
Objective: To present a list of key points for good Temporomandibular Disorders (TMDs) clinical practice on behalf of the International Network for Orofacial Pain and Related Disorders Methodology (INfORM) group of the International Association for Dental, Oral and Craniofacial Research (IADR).
Methods: An open working group discussion was held at the IADR General Session in New Orleans (March 2024), where members of the INfORM group finalized the proposal of a list of 10 key points.
Results: The key points covered knowledge on the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment.
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- Salmonellosis is a significant bacterial disease affecting pigs in Germany, and increasing rye in pig diets can help reduce Salmonella due to its beneficial fermentation properties.
- A study involving seven pig farms showed that higher rye content (40%-70%) and reduced fine particle feed resulted in significantly lower Salmonella antibody levels compared to farms with no dietary changes.
- Overall, incorporating more rye into pig feed can lead to decreased Salmonella antibody detection, improving food safety and reducing the risk of zoonotic transmission, especially on farms with previously high Salmonella levels.