Nutrition in Wound Healing
According to a 2018 review, approximately 1-2% of the general population or 2 out 1,000 people in the total population suffer from chronic wounds, most
Nutrition in the ICU
Nutrition support for intensive care unit (ICU) patients is a complex issue that involves several different factors. The most important aspect is nutritional management, which
Nutrition in the Elderly
As individuals get older, their bodies undergo a lot of changes. They may experience reduced muscle mass, reduced stomach acid, and decreased kidney function. Low
Nutrition in Surgery Part II
Undergoing a surgical procedure causes the nervous system to activate a stress response that sends signals from the surgery site to specific areas of the
Nutrition in Pregnancy
Maintaining a nutritious diet before and during pregnancy supports the healthy development of a growing baby. On the other hand, malnutrition at conception and throughout
Nutrition in Oncology
Maintaining good nutritional habits before, during, and after receiving cancer treatment is vital towards the management of this disease. Individuals with cancer may experience rapid
Nutrition in Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Acute kidney injury (AKI) refers to a range of injuries to the kidneys including those that may lead to kidney failure [1]. More specifically, AKI
Nutrition in Diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic disease that is characterized by high blood glucose (blood sugar) levels. Glucose is a common sugar found in most foods. Insulin
Nutrition in Chronic Liver Disease
Chronic liver disease (CLD), also known as cirrhosis, is a serious condition that is linked to drastic weight loss and the degradation of lean muscle
Nutrition in Burns
A serious burn stimulates heightened metabolism, which is a metabolic response that can last for up to 24 months following the injury [1, 2]. This
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