Publications by authors named "Leticia Silva Oliveira"
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- Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) lead globally in death rates, and low levels of vitamin E are linked to a greater risk of these conditions, though studies haven't specifically looked at the combination of vitamin E deficiency (VED) and CVD across populations.
- Vitamin E deficiency ranges widely, from 0.6% to 55.5% worldwide, particularly high in regions like Asia and Europe that also report high CVD mortality, suggesting a public health concern.
- Research shows that α-tocopherol supplementation alone isn't enough for cardiovascular protection; it's important to focus on the full range of vitamin E sources in food, and better understand its role in promoting heart health through public health initiatives.
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- A study assessed self-medication practices among 297 pregnant women during their antenatal care visits, focusing on the types of medications used and associated symptoms.
- 36% of participants reported self-medicating in the past 60 days, with acetaminophen being the most common medication and headaches being the most frequently reported symptom.
- Higher education levels and being in the first trimester or having multiple pregnancies were linked to an increased likelihood of self-medication, highlighting potential factors for better prevention strategies.
The objectives of this study were to evaluate and compare the effect of the corn grain processing (whole grain, dry beans ground, and wet grain) on carcass characteristics and meat quality in lambs. Twenty-two Dorper vs. Santa Inês uncastrated lambs (27 ± 4 kg BW; ±3 months old) were distributed in a randomized complete block (initial BW).
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