Publications by authors named "C P Ricardo"

The possible beneficial effects of physical activity during doxorubicin treatment of breast cancer need further investigation as many of the existing studies have been done on non-tumor-bearing models. Therefore, in this study, we aim to assess whether short-term voluntary wheel-running exercise during doxorubicin treatment of breast cancer-bearing mice could induce beneficial cardiac effects and enhance chemotherapy efficacy. Murine breast cancer I3TC cells were inoculated subcutaneously to the flank of female FVB mice ( = 16) that were divided into exercised and non-exercised groups.

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Insect behavior is coordinated mainly by smell through the diverse odor-binding proteins (OBP) that allow them to identify and recognize their environment. Sensory information collected through smell is then analyzed and interpreted in the brain, allowing for correct insect functioning. The behavior of honeybees ( L.

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  • This study evaluates the use of "whole grains" claims on food products in Brazil and analyzes the nutritional quality of these products.
  • Data from 775 grain-based packaged foods collected in 2017 revealed that about 19% had "whole grains" claims, but 35% of these lacked whole grains as a main ingredient.
  • The findings suggest that many products with "whole grains" labeling are misleading, as a significant percentage are high in unhealthy nutrients, raising concerns about their claimed health benefits.
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Objective: To assess the availability of different promotional strategies applied for UPF sales in Brazilian food retailers.

Methods: Information available on food packaging was gathered from all packaged products sold in the five largest food retail chains in Brazil in 2017. UPF were identified using the NOVA food classification system.

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Delirium is an acute state of impaired consciousness and a medical urgency. Its broad range of alterations in mental status make diagnosis challenging. Awareness and accurate provisional diagnosis by nonpsychiatric clinicians are important for prompt management.

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