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Background. The number of vegans in the world is growing and in Slovakia and the Czech Republic they make up 1% of the population. Vegan diet excludes all foods of animal origin and vegans who do not use vitamin B12 supplements are at risk of the vitamin B12 deficiency. Objective. The aim of this study was to determine what proportion of Czech and Slovak vegans use vitamin B12 supplements regularly,...
The Position Statement on the principles of nutrition for children aged 1-3 years emphasizes that proper nutrition of children at this age determines their optimal psychometric development and has beneficial effects on the process nutritional programming, which reduces the risk of diet-related diseases in adulthood. Continued breastfeeding in the post-infancy period, together with the proper introduction...
Recent studies have shown that naturally occurring substances found in the food of the daily human diet are important for preventing chronic non-communicable diseases. One of them is beta-glucan, which is a natural polysaccharide, occurring in plant cell walls, mainly oats, barley and wheat. It is also present in baker’s yeast cells, fungal cell walls, and some microorganisms. Beta-glucan belongs...
Celem pracy była ocena uwarunkowań spożycia produktów fermentowanych pochodzenia zwierzęcego i roślinnego pod względem struktury, wielkości i częstości konsumpcji w grupie kobiet. Badaniami ankietowymi objęto 610 kobiet w wieku 19-90 lat. Stwierdzono, że u badanej populacji średnie dzienne spożycie produktów fermentowanych wynosiło 350-400 g. Najwięcej spożywano jogurtów i kefirów naturalnych (ok...
Celem pracy była ocena uwarunkowań spożycia produktów fermentowanych pochodzenia zwierzęcego i roślinnego pod względem struktury, wielkości i częstości konsumpcji w grupie kobiet. Badaniami ankietowymi objęto 610 kobiet w wieku 19-90 lat. Stwierdzono, że u badanej populacji średnie dzienne spożycie produktów fermentowanych wynosiło 350-400 g. Najwięcej spożywano jogurtów i kefirów naturalnych (ok...
Background: Exposure to alcohol and tobacco during pregnancy may lead to developmental disorders in the foetus and can also adversely impact pregnancy outcomes and the newborn’s health status. Objective: Assessment of alcohol consumption and tobacco use during pregnancy as well as their impact on pregnancy outcomes and birth parameters of the newborn in a selected group of mothers with children aged...
Background. Exclusive breastfeeding is the gold standard in infant nutrition. The maternal decision to breastfeed is affected by various factors, including breastfeeding knowledge. Objective. The purpose of this study was the assessment of the breastfeeding knowledge in selected group of mothers of infants under 7 months and its relationship to the exclusivity of breastfeeding. Material and methods...
Background. All over the world, including Poland, the sale of dietary supplements is increasing. More and more often, people including children and youths, use dietary supplements on their own initiative and without any medical indications or knowledge in this field. Objectives. Analysis of the conditions of using the dietary supplements with vitamins and minerals among secondary school and high school...
Astaksantyna jest ksantofilem naturalnie występującym w przyrodzie. Nadaje charakterystyczne różowo-czerwone zabarwienie tkankom ryb, takim jak łosoś i pstrąg, a także skorupom skorupiaków. Zwierzęta i ludzie nie przejawiają zdolności syntetyzowania astaksantyny de novo. Zdolność tę wykazują niektóre algi, drożdże, bakterie i rośliny. Dzięki budowie chemicznej astaksantyna charakteryzuje się silnymi...
Background. Regular consumption of a well balanced breakfast is a pre-requisite for normal growth and child development, along with the acquisition of proper eating habits. The family environment is crucial place where children learn such patterns of behaviour that form the basis for their development. Objectives. To determine how family factors affect the regular eating of breakfast and types of...
Background. Epidemiological studies indicate that by consuming 6-14 mg lutein daily, the risk of acquiring eye diseases like age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or cataracts becomes reduced. Their symptoms can also by such means be alleviated and treatment improved. Objectives. To estimate dietary intakes of lutein obtained from foodstuffs and supplements along with determining its main sources...
Introduction. An important way of preventing type 2diabetes is by adopting a proper diet by which means appropriate control over blood glycaemia and lipids can be achieved. Objectives. To assess selected biochemical and haematological markers in overweight subjects or those suffering from type 2 diabetes in relation to their estimated dietary intake. Material and methods. The study was conducted in...
Background. Energy drinks are intended for people who work hard, both physically and mentally, particularly young people engaged in an active lifestyle. Objective. To assess the intake of energy drinks in a student group, during examinations and throughout an academic year. Materials and methods. A survey was performed on 92 students attending the Faculty of Human Nutrition and Consumer Sciences (Warsaw...
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