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The mean usual intake of energy among Iranian middle-aged and elderly people is 1749.2 kcal based on the NCI method.

Practitioners should consider the average energy intake when designing dietary interventions.

Carbohydrate constitutes 59.98% and protein 17.42% of total energy intake in this population.

Understanding macronutrient distribution can help tailor dietary recommendations.

Approximately 7% of studied females aged 51-70 years met the recommended or higher levels for fibre.

There is a need for increased focus on fibre intake among older females.

The proportion of new users of semaglutide (Ozempic ® ) with a record of type 2 diabetes (T2D) declined from 99% in 2018 to only 67% in 2022, before increasing again to 87% in 2023.

Practitioners should note the changing demographics of semaglutide users, indicating a shift towards off-label use.

Most initiators of semaglutide (Ozempic ® ) with T2D had suboptimal glucose control, with 83% having an HbA1c ≥ 48 mmol/mol.

Practitioners should be aware that many T2D patients starting semaglutide may not have optimal glucose control.

Atomoxetine and oxybutynin combination reduces AHI in OSA patients but may increase heart rate and blood pressure, requiring risk/benefit assessment.

A combination of atomoxetine and oxybutynin can slightly reduce sleep apnea severity, but it may raise heart rate and blood pressure. Because the benefit is small and risks exist, it is not a first-line treatment and requires careful medical supervision.

Barriers to resistance exercise in people with type 2 diabetes are similar to those for aerobic exercise, with additional specific barriers.

Understanding barriers can help in designing interventions to promote resistance exercise.

25.3% of plastic surgeons prescribed or utilized GLP-1 agonists in their practice.

A significant portion of plastic surgeons are incorporating GLP-1 agonists into their practice.

57.8% of plastic surgeons believe GLP-1 agonists are profitable for business.

Many plastic surgeons see GLP-1 agonists as a profitable addition to their practice.

The prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) among urbanized Tibetans is 37.6%.

Practitioners should be aware of the significant prevalence of MetS in this population.

No significant statistical association was established between the risk of MetS and the traditional Tibetan and urbanized diets.

Traditional Tibetan and urbanized diets may not be effective in influencing MetS risk.

Acute L-arginine supplementation (6-8g) provides no ergogenic effect on strength training performance metrics such as muscular endurance, peak torque, or resistance rate.

If you are looking to improve your strength training performance (max reps, peak torque, or endurance), taking 6-8 grams of L-arginine shortly before your workout will not provide a performance benefit compared to a placebo. The current evidence does not support its use as an ergogenic aid for strength athletes.

The cancer-preventive effects of obesity pharmacotherapy are less understood.

Further research is needed to clarify the role of obesity pharmacotherapy in cancer prevention.

Real-world data suggest semaglutide use associates with reduced suicidal ideation and depression.

Semaglutide may have a beneficial effect on mental health, potentially reducing suicidal thoughts.

The integration of digital health and artificial intelligence is expected to advance antiobesity drug development.

Practitioners should consider how digital health tools and AI may enhance treatment strategies for obesity.

Acute post-exercise peanut protein supplementation does not enhance 24-hour myofibrillar protein synthesis (MyoPS) rates compared to no supplementation after a single resistance training bout in older adults.

Don't stress about taking protein immediately after your workout. This study shows that acute muscle protein synthesis rates are similar whether you take protein right after training or not. Focus on getting your total daily protein needs met.

Those who reported use of prescription weight loss medication were significantly older and had significantly higher body mass index compared to those who did not report use.

Practitioners should consider age and BMI when assessing patients for prescription weight loss medications.

Eating disorder attitudes and behaviors were more prevalent among boys and men who used prescription weight loss medication.

Practitioners should monitor for eating disorder symptoms in patients using prescription weight loss medications.

Nutritional interventions involving proteins, amino acids, and other nitrogenated supplements do not promote increased muscle mass in PLWH.

Do not rely solely on protein or amino acid supplements to increase muscle mass in PLWH; they have not been shown to be effective in this population.

Ultra-processed food consumption was higher on weekends compared to weekdays (NOVA Score 3.07 vs. 2.42; p < 0.01).

Practitioners should monitor weekend eating habits in patients post-surgery.

The consumption of fruits and vegetables was lower on weekends.

Encouraging fruit and vegetable intake on weekends may benefit post-surgery patients.

Consumption of hamburgers/sausages, sugar-sweetened beverages, boxed/canned juice, and frozen pizza increased on weekends.

Awareness of increased consumption of unhealthy foods on weekends can guide dietary recommendations.

The mean MEDLIFE score of the Spanish population was 15 ± 3.07, indicating average adherence to the Mediterranean diet.

Practitioners should note that adherence to the Mediterranean diet is average among the Spanish population.

Knowledge of sports nutrition among gym-goers is often moderate but flawed, leading to the misidentification of protein as the primary energy source for muscles and the supervaluation of protein intake.

Many gym-goers mistakenly believe protein is their main energy source. In reality, carbohydrates are your primary fuel for workouts. Understanding this distinction helps you fuel your training effectively without over-relying on protein supplements.