young adults

Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Consumption Patterns of Fortified Foods among Youth Population

Mahi Singh & Sunita Mishra · Asian Food Science Journal · 2026

Background: Micronutrient deficiencies remain a major public health concern, particularly in developing countries, where inadequate intake of essential vitamins and minerals adversely affects growth, immunity, cognitive performance, and overall well-being. Food fortification has...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i7891

Cortisol and Metabolic Syndrome Components in Obese and Overweight Young Adults of a Nigerian Private University

Adediji, Isaac Oluwole, Taiwo Timilehin Darasimi, Adepoju Paul Olusegun, Adelakun Ayodele Ademola, Akinleye Waheed Akindele & Afolabi Joy Oluwaseyifunmi · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2018

Background: Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of metabolic abnormalities which confers upon an individual a substantial increase in cardiovascular disease risk – approximately twice as high as those without the syndrome. Aim: The study assessed the relationship between serum cortis...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AJMAH/2018/40623