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A systematic review of the efficacy and safety of Saccharomyces boulardii in the treatment of acute gastroenteritis in the pediatric population
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: The yeast Saccharomyces boulardii has been classed a probiotic because it is a live microorganism known to confer a health benefit to its host, with one such benefit being in the management ... -
Risk factors in the development of severe acute malnutrition in vulnerable children under five years of age living in Region B and surrounding referral areas of the City of Johannesburg, South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Malnutrition is still a serious problem, both globally and in South Africa, and has significant consequences for survival, disease prevalence, healthy development, and economic productivity.1 ... -
A prospective, cross-over randomized controlled trial to determine whether end stage renal disease patients receiving chronic renal replacement therapy at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital are more likely to have an improved lipid profile after including plant sterols as part of their dietary intake for eight weeks
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : INTRODUCTION: Dyslipidemia, specifically raised total cholesterol and low density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels, is very common amongst end stage renal disease (ESRD) patients. The cholesterollo ... -
The prevalence, knowledge and reasons for carbohydrate, protein, creatine and glutamine use among first team rugby players in premier rugby schools in the Western Cape Province
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Nutrition plays an important role in optimal athletic performance as “strengthand-power athletes” like rugby players would go to great lengths to increase their impact in this competitive ... -
Field testing of the revised Paediatric Food-Based Dietary Guidelines among mothers/caregivers of children aged 12–36 months in the Stellenbosch Municipality in the Western Cape province, South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY: Introduction In order to address the poor nutritional and micronutrient status of children in South Africa, strategies promoting appropriate infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practices are fundamental. ... -
Exploring the status of the School Health and Nutrition Programme in government-ddministered schools in Lusaka District, Zambia
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY: Introduction: School Health and Nutrition (SHN) programmes are implemented in schools with the objective to improve school children’s health and nutritional status. Ensuring the good health of school ... -
Breastfeeding self-efficacy and the duration of exclusive breastfeeding in HIV-infected and uninfected mothers.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Breastfeeding self-efficacy, measured using the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale Short-Form (BSES-SF), is a modifiable risk factor for breastfeeding outcomes. The BSES-SF is a valid and ... -
Assessing the extent and effectiveness of diabetes self-management education in public health care institutions in Harare, Zimbabwe
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Introduction: Nutrition focused diabetes self-management education (DSME) provided by a dietitian or diabetes educator considerably improves glycaemic control, reduces the rate of complications, and ...
