By: Ali Kaygusuz Mehmet , Ayşe Güler Yılmaz

Published: February 19, 2025

Pregnancy is a transformative period characterized by various physiological, physical, and emotional changes that impact a woman's well-being. As these changes evolve over time, they exert significant effects on the physical, mental, and social aspects of a pregnant woman's life. For example, the increasing size of the uterus can restrict...

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By: Ana Carolina Silva, Placido Arcanjo Francisco

Published: February 19, 2025

Iron deficiency (ID) and anemia remain pressing public health concerns, affecting populations across both developed and developing nations. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 40% of preschool children are estimated to suffer from anemia, with this age group being particularly vulnerable due to their high iron requirements driven by...

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By: Maria da Silva Santos, Pedro Luiz Pereira

Published: February 19, 2025

Plant storage proteins play a crucial role in seedling growth and plant survival, with diverse functions including antimicrobial and anti-cancer properties. Among these, antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) represent a significant group with various subclasses such as thionins, defensins, and cyclotides. While previous research has identified the antimicrobial activities of certain plant...

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By: Alberto Ferreira Carlos , Ana Paula da Silva

Published: February 19, 2025

In February 2020, the World Health Organization designated coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) as a global pandemic, caused by the highly contagious severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2). This disease presents with a spectrum of symptoms, ranging from mild flu-like manifestations to severe respiratory tract infections. The severity often necessitates ventilatory...

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