The effect of probiotic, prebiotic, and synbiotic supplements on anthropometric measures and respiratory infections in malnourished children: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Background: Malnutrition remains a significant concern in many societies. This study systematically reviewed the effects of probiotics, prebiotics, and synbiotics on anthropometric measures in malnourished children, focusing on changes in weight, height, and respiratory infections (primary outcomes), and head circumference, hemoglobin, hematocrit, and body mass index (BMI) as secondary outcomes.

Methods: This systematic review and meta-analysis involved searching various databases in both Persian and English, including Scopus, Web of Science Core Collection, Cochrane Library, Science Direct, and PubMed up to October 5, 2024.

Design and implementation of interventions to improve unplanned pregnancy experiences: a mixed-methods study protocol with an interventional design.

Background: Unintended pregnancy, a pregnancy that have been either unwanted or mistimed, is a serious public health issue. The present study aims to design and implement interventions to improve unplanned pregnancy experiences.

Methods/design: This exploratory sequential mixed method study will be conducted in three phases: qualitative, intermediate, and quantitative.