Publications by authors named "C Saenz"

The growth hormone secretagogue receptor (GHSR) and the cannabinoid receptor type 1 (CB1R) are G-protein coupled receptors highly expressed in the brain and involved in critical regulatory processes, such as energy homeostasis, appetite control, reward, and stress responses. GHSR mediates the effects of both ghrelin and liver-expressed antimicrobial peptide 2, while CB1R is targeted by cannabinoids. Strikingly, both receptors mediate their effects by acting on common brain areas and their individual roles have been well characterized.

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Background: Enhanced influenza vaccines are the best option for the elderly. In 2021, Argentina introduced the MF59-adjuvanted inactivated influenza vaccine (aIIV) for individuals aged 65 years. and above, in the national immunization program.

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  • - The study examined the link between dance training volume, body composition, and diet among 33 female collegiate dancers, focusing on their nutritional intake and its impact on their physical status.
  • - Results showed that dancers enrolled in relatively high credit loads but maintained a low-calorie diet, with many consuming less than the recommended amounts of protein and carbohydrates.
  • - There was a positive correlation between lean mass and daily intake of calories, fats, proteins, and leucine, highlighting the importance of adequate nutrition for improving body composition in dancers.
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  • * There is a significant need for diabetes self-management education and support (DSMES) programs that are tailored to meet the diverse cultural needs of patients, particularly racial and ethnic minorities who are disproportionately impacted by T2D.
  • * Patient-centered care that integrates culturally and literacy-sensitive strategies can lead to better health outcomes, lower healthcare costs, and more effective management of T2D by considering social determinants of health.
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