Prevalence and molecular characterization of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in acute and chronic sinusitis.

Background: Sinusitis is a common respiratory infection increasingly associated with antibiotic-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, posing significant treatment challenges. The emergence of methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) in sinus infections necessitates comprehensive profiling of resistance patterns to guide effective therapy.

Bioactive Compounds, Medicinal Benefits, and Contemporary Extraction Methods for Lemon Balm ().

Lemon balm (), a perennial herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family, is widely recognized for its medicinal properties and therapeutic benefits. This review offers a detailed exploration of the botanical features, phytochemical composition, and pharmacological uses of , highlighting key bioactive compounds such as phenolic acids (including rosmarinic and caffeic acids), flavonoids, essential oils (such as citral and citronellal), and triterpenoids (ursolic and oleanolic acids). Advanced extraction techniques, such as ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE), microwave-assisted extraction (MAE), pressurized liquid extraction (PLE), supercritical fluid extraction (SFE), and matrix solid-phase dispersion (MSPD), have greatly improved the efficiency of extraction, the preservation of bioactivity, and the sustainability of acquiring these bioactive compounds.

Association between the weight-adjusted waist index and type 2 diabetes mellitus: Evidence from the RaNCD study.

Background: The weight-adjusted-waist index (WWI) emerges as a novel metric for assessing obesity, and this study aimed to determine the association between WWI and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).

Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional analysis using data collected at the inception of the Ravansar Non-communicable Disease (RaNCD) cohort study in 2014. A total of 8901 participants aged 35-65 were included in the study.

Effects of Vitamin E and Selenium supplementation on blood biochemical parameters in Japanese quails (Coturnix coturnix japonica).

This study aimed to evaluate the effects of dietary supplementation with different levels of vitamin E and inorganic selenium (as sodium selenite) on blood plasma biochemical parameters in male and female Japanese quails (). The experiment was conducted at the Animal Management Laboratory, Veterinary Techniques Department, Kalar Technical Institute, Garmian Polytechnic University. A total of 128 twelve-week-old quails were randomly assigned to four dietary treatment groups, each with eight replicates (one male and three females per replicate).

Network meta-analysis of the prevalence and antimicrobial resistance of Escherichia coli isolated from bovine milk and dairy products: A global perspective.

Antimicrobial resistance poses a significant challenge to global health, particularly concerning bacteria in the food we consume. Pathogens such as Escherichia coli, commonly found in milk and dairy products, are increasingly resistant to multiple antimicrobials due to the overuse and misuse of these drugs in both human medicine and agricultural practices. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence and resistance rate to various antimicrobials of E.

Association between body roundness index (BRI) and sleep quality: a cross sectional study from 2022 to 2024.

Background: Sleep is essential for mental and physical health, significantly impacting overall quality of life. The Body Roundness Index (BRI) has emerged as a novel measure that captures body fat distribution more accurately than traditional indices such as BMI. Thus, aim of this study is to find the relationship between BRI and sleep quality.

Isolation of spp. Exhibiting Potent Antibiofilm Activity Against Clinically Isolated Bacterial Strains.

The increasing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) highlights the urgent need for alternative therapeutic strategies, particularly those targeting microbial virulence factors like biofilm formation. This study aimed to isolate and identify species with potential antibiofilm activity against clinically relevant biofilm-producing bacterial pathogens. were isolated from soil samples, cultured on Gause's synthetic agar (GSA) and identified through 16S rRNA gene sequencing.

Nutritional and herbal interventions for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): a comprehensive review of dietary approaches, macronutrient impact, and herbal medicine in management.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common health condition related to a woman's hormonal problems. Hormonal imbalance, metabolic disorders, and an increased insulin level mainly characterize the ailment. This detailed review focuses on dietary strategies, macromolecules, macromolecules, and herbal interventions that exception-ally work in PCOS treatment.

Dietary acid load and the odds of knee osteoarthritis: a case-control study.

Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a common form of arthritis that leads to joint pain and reduced mobility, especially among older adults. Recent studies indicate that dietary acid load (DAL) may play a role in the development of KOA by promoting systemic inflammation. This case-control study aims to investigate the relationship between DAL and KOA in adults aged 40 and older.

Genome Analysis of SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant in the Kurdistan region of Iraq.

Introduction: Since its isolation in the UK, the SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant has become an epidemic. This study aimed to decipher the viral appearance and genomic characterization of the Delta variant isolated from patients in the Kurdistan region of Iraq.

Methodology: Samples were collected from the West Erbil Emergency Hospital, and infection by SARS-CoV2 was confirmed using Real-Time PCR.

Healthy beverage index is associated with metabolic syndrome: insights from the Ravansar non-communicable disease (RaNCD) cohort study.

Background: Dietary patterns play a crucial role in the development and management of metabolic syndrome (MetS). The Healthy Beverage Index (HBI) is a novel tool that assesses the quality of beverage choices in the diet and provides insights into their potential impact on metabolic health. The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the HBI and the MetS.

The impact of chia seeds on diabetes, blood pressure, lipid profile, and obesity indicators: Systematic review and meta-regression analysis of 14 randomized controlled trials.

This comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis sought to investigate the impact of chia seed supplementation on obesity indicators and metabolic factors. Through a thorough search of relevant studies up to April 2024, 14 clinical trials involving 835 participants were included in the analysis. The findings revealed a notable decrease in triglyceride levels across both higher and lower doses of chia seeds, with weighted mean differences (WMD) of -8.

A study on the side effects caused by the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine: Focus on IgG antibodies and serological biomarkers.

Introduction: The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic that spread swiftly is now a major global public health issue. Vaccines are currently being distributed in an effort to limit the viral transmission and mortality. The aim of the study was monitoring of both safety and efficacy in determining the overall effectiveness of the vaccine and identifying any potential safety concerns.

Is the MIND diet useful for polycystic ovary syndrome? A case-control study.

Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most prevalent cause of ovulatory infertility and endocrine abnormalities in reproductive-age women. Although the MIND diet has been introduced to improve brain function, evidence shows that the MIND diet is rich in beneficial food groups that can have a preventive effect on other metabolic disorders. The present study was conducted to investigate the association between adherence to the MIND diet and PCOS.

Impact of flaxseed supplementation on lipid profile and liver enzymes in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Since the effects of flaxseed supplementation on lipid profile and liver enzymes are still controversial, a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials was conducted in the present study to assess the effect of flaxseed supplementation on lipid profile and liver enzymes. The study was designed, conducted, and reported according to the guidelines of the 2020 preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analysis (PRISMA) statement. A systematic and comprehensive search was performed in several databases from inception up to January 10, 2024.

Effects of Cinnamon Supplementation on Lipid Profile: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Since the effects of cinnamon supplementation on lipid profiles are still controversial, this study conducted a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials to assess the effect of cinnamon supplementation on lipid profiles. The study was designed and conducted according to the guidelines of the 2020 preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analysis (PRISMA) statements. A systematic and comprehensive search was performed in several databases from inception up to 11 November 2023.

Comparison of the low-calorie DASH diet and a low-calorie diet on serum TMAO concentrations and gut microbiota composition of adults with overweight/obesity: a randomized control trial.

This study compares two diets, Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) and a Low-Calorie Diet on Trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) levels and gut microbiota. 120 obese adults were randomly allocated to these three groups: a low-calorie DASH diet, a Low-Calorie diet, or a control group for 12 weeks. Outcomes included plasma TMAO, lipopolysaccharides (LPS), and gut microbiota profiles.

Genomic analysis of SARS-CoV-2 omicron sublineage BA.5.2.1 in Erbil/Iraq.

Due to several mutations in its genomic sequence, particularly in the spike protein region, the recently-discovered SARS-CoV-2 variant B.5.2.

The burden of colorectal cancer attributable to dietary risk in Middle East and North African from 1990 to 2019.

The incidence of colorectal cancer (CRC) is increasing in low- and middle-income countries. This study aimed to estimate the burden of CRC attributable to nutritional risk in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The GBD 2019 methods were used to estimate age-standardized mortality rates (ASMRs) and disability-adjusted life-years (DALYs) in 2019 and over the past three decades.

Bone mineral density and muscle mass associated with healthy eating index in postmenopausal women; results from RaNCD cohort study.

Background: The Healthy Eating Index 2015 (HEI-2015) is a tool for checking the quality of diet. This index is used to examine how well people's dietary behavior fits certain criteria for achieving a healthy diet in Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015-2020. We look at the possible association between the HEI-2015 and bone mineral density (BMD) and muscle strength in postmenopausal women.

The Effect of Vit-D Supplementation on the Side Effect of BioNTech, Pfizer Vaccination and Immunoglobulin G Response Against SARS-CoV-2 in the Individuals Tested Positive for COVID-19: A Randomized Control Trial.

Background: Vitamin D participates in the biological function of the innate and adaptive immune system and inflammation. We aim to specify the effectiveness of the vitamin D supplementation on the side effects BioNTech, Pfizer vaccination, and immunoglobulin G response against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 in subjects tested positive for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

Methods: In this multi-center randomized clinical trial, 498 people tested positive for COVID-19 were divided into 2 groups, receiving vitamin D capsules or a placebo (1 capsule daily, each containing 600 IU of vitamin D) over 14-16 weeks.

The influence of SARS-CoV-2 on male reproduction and men's health.

Background: SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, primarily affects the respiratory system by targeting the Angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) receptor and TMPRSS2. However, these receptors are also present in other organs, including the testes, where a higher concentration of ACE2 receptors has been observed. This raises concerns about the potential impact of the virus on male fertility.

Comparing effects of beetroot juice and Mediterranean diet on liver enzymes and sonographic appearance in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: a randomized control trials.

Background: In both developed and developing countries, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) has lately risen to the top of the list of chronic liver illnesses. Although there is no permanent cure, early management, diagnosis, and treatment might lessen its effects. The purpose of conducting the current study is to compare the effects of beetroot juice and the Mediterranean diet on the lipid profile, level of liver enzymes, and liver sonography in patients with NAFLD.