Low-energy sweeteners and body weight: a citation network analysis

Question about a recent meta-analysis of low-calorie sweeteners and body weight.

Low-calorie sweeteners and body weight and composition: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials and prospective cohort studies123

BACKGROUND Replacement of caloric sweeteners with lower- or no-calorie alternatives may facilitate weight loss or weight maintenance by helping to reduce energy intake; however, past research examining low-calorie sweeteners (LCSs) and body weight has produced mixed results. OBJECTIVE The objective was to systematically review and quantitatively evaluate randomized controlled trials (RCTs) an...

Citation analysis and network drawing of schizophrenia-related articles

Background and aim: The aim of this study was to analyze and draw up a citation network of published schizophrenia-related resources in Iran from 2012 to 2016 so that this citation network provides a guidance for researchers and acquisition in information centers by specifying the status of resources and researchers in Iran. Material and methods: The current study was conducted through citation...

Can artificial sweeteners help control body weight and prevent obesity?

The possible role played by artificial sweeteners in the long-term maintenance of body weight is considered. Although artificial sweeteners can play a role in a short-term energy-controlled diet, the evidence that they are helpful over a longer period is limited. In those in the recommended weight range there is evidence of compensation; that is, the consumption of low-energy foods is followed ...

Relationship between Structural and Intermediate Social Determinants of Health and Low Birth Weight: A Path Analysis

Background: Low birth weight is one of the most important health indicators for assessing the status of newborns in every country. It is, therefore, necessary to identify factors associated with this adverse pregnancy outcome. This study was conducted to determine predicting factors associated with low birth weight using path analysis. Methods:</stron...