A5026059327- Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
- Breastfeeding Practices and Influences
- Nutritional Studies and Diet
- Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
- Child Nutrition and Water Access
- Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues
- Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Essential Oils and Antimicrobial Activity
- Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling
- Eating Disorders and Behaviors
- Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine Studies
- Dietary Effects on Health
- Gestational Diabetes Research and Management
- Healthcare professionals’ stress and burnout
- Sleep and related disorders
- Diet and metabolism studies
- Anxiety, Depression, Psychometrics, Treatment, Cognitive Processes
- Workplace Health and Well-being
- Meat and Animal Product Quality
- Attachment and Relationship Dynamics
- Coffee research and impacts
- Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development
- Gut microbiota and health
University of Sharjah
2016-2025
American University of Beirut
1992-2020
Supreme Council Of Health
2020
American University of Sharjah
2020
Tawam Hospital
2013
United Arab Emirates University
1995
St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center
1992
Dietitians are uniquely positioned to promote the Mediterranean Diet (MedDiet), a diet recognized for its health benefits and sustainability. This study aimed assess knowledge attitudes regarding MedDiet among dietitians in United Arab Emirates (UAE), examine frequency correlates of using this clinical practice. Practicing (n = 220) completed 44-item web-based questionnaire, verified face, content construct validity, as well internal parallel form reliability. Total scores were computed sum...
Breastfeeding is the preferred method of feeding for infant. The present study aimed at investigating different infant practices and influencing factors in United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The prevalence of obesity is increasing globally and linked with poor body image perception. aim the present study was to identify relationships (BI) mass index (BMI) weight control practices among university students. A cross-sectional on a sample 308 students (150 males 158 females) aged between 18 25 years carried out. Face-to-face interviews were conducted based questionnaire that included socio-demographic, physical activity, Figure Rating Scale (FRS) dissatisfaction (BID) questions....
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a cyclical late luteal phase disorder of the menstrual cycle whereby daily functioning women affected by emotional and physical symptoms substantially interfering with their quality life. Little known about PMS in United Arab Emirates (UAE). This study aimed to determine prevalence severity among university students Sharjah, UAE, clarify its associations dietary habits, lifestyle behaviors, anthropometric factors. A cross-sectional was conducted on female...
: Lockdown measures were implemented in many countries to limit the spread of COVID-19 pandemic. However, such restrictions could precipitate unintended negative consequences on lifestyle behaviors. The main objective this study was investigate prevalence and determinants unhealthy behavior changes during lockdown among residents United Arab Emirates (UAE).
To evaluate breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices their determinants among infants young children in the United Arab Emirates using 2021 WHO/UNICEF IYCF guidelines. The Mother Infant Study Cohort (MISC), is a prospective study of mothers recruited third gestational trimester followed with up to 18 months age (n = 167). Data were collected at 3rd trimester, delivery, 2, 6, 12, postpartum via questionnaires, review medical records, anthropometric measurements, 24-hour dietary...
Since the beginning of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, there has been a marked increase in use diets and dietary supplements (DDS) for prevention treatment this emerging disease. While DDS are generally regarded as harmless, little evidence exists on safety efficacy their COVID-19.To investigate pattern determinants among United Arab Emirates (UAE) population COVID-19.Cross-sectional web-based survey.Adults residing UAE.Participants (n = 2,060) UAE were recruited from databases...
Abstract Purpose Postpartum depression received almost no attention in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The aim was to examine prevalence of depressive symptomatology and associated risk factors among women UAE. Methods A prospective cohort study recruited from postpartum wards hospitals across four emirates Women completed questionnaires immediately after childbirth at 3 6 months postpartum. Depressive measured using Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS > 12). Risk were identified...
Abstract Background The use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) among Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) patients is increasing to manage the complexities their condition, enhance health, ease complications. burden T2DM in United Arab Emirates (UAE) coupled with high prevalence CAM its associated risks necessitated investigation by this patients’ population. aim study examine prevalence, types, correlates UAE. Methods Patients attending outpatient clinics two governmental hospitals...
Abstract Background Anxiety disorders are common among children and adolescents. However, there is a paucity of up-to-date data on the prevalence correlates anxiety-related adolescents in United Arab Emirates (UAE). Methods We conducted cross sectional study to determine specific (e.g., generalized anxiety disorder, panic separation anxiety, social anxiety) UAE, identify correlations between these adolescents’ demographic variables. Participants were 968 aged 13–18 years attending secondary...
Diabetic foot is a major public health issue, leading to increased morbidity and mortality among diabetic patients. This study aimed evaluate the effectiveness of targeted education interventions on self-efficacy care practices women in Jordan. A pretest-posttest, quasi-experimental design was used collect data from 76 at tertiary hospital northern Participants were assigned three groups: control group receiving standard care; Intervention Group 1, with weekly text reminders follow-up calls;...
Binge-eating disorder (BED) is the most common eating with university students being particularly vulnerable. The study aimed to investigate association between binge and Internet addiction (IA), body shape (BS) concerns, mass index (BMI) among students. In this cross-sectional study, 448 (221 males 227 females) aged 18 25 years were recruited. A multicomponent questionnaire included socio-demographic information, validated scales such as International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ),...
Objectives To estimate the prevalence and predictors of obesity among adolescents in United Arab Emirates. Design Cross-sectional study. Setting Private public secondary schools. Participants Adolescents aged 13–19 years; 434 (46.6%) from private schools 498 (53.4%) Measures Self-report questionnaires were used to assess adolescents’ sociodemographic factors, fruit/vegetable (F/V) intake physical activity. Participants’ weight, height, waist circumference (WC), hip body fat percentage (%BF)...
Stress is globally recognised as a risk factor impacting workers' health and workplace safety. Women healthcare professionals are at for considerable stress given the demanding nature of their jobs current working conditions. This study assessed levels among women using measures cortisol levels, subjective quality sleep.This used cross-sectional design. Data were collected from 335 apparently healthy adult in United Arab Emirates. Participants provided morning bedtime saliva samples analysis...
Summary The COVID‐19 pandemic had a major impact on people of all ages. Adolescents' exposure to online learning is linked excessive screen time digital devices, which leads poor sleep quality. This study aimed investigate the association between different electronic devices and quality among adolescents in United Arab Emirates. was based self‐reported questionnaire, administered school‐aged (aged 12–19 years). multicomponent questionnaire collected information sociodemographic...