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Does a high-fiber diet prevent colon cancer in at-risk patients?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2003)
]=A, based on consistent randomized clinical trials). Furthermore, epidemiological evidence is inconsistent in demonstrating an association between dietary fiber consumption and the occurrence of colon cancer (SOR=C)....
Preventing severity of oral mucositis for the adult receiving in-patient chemotherapy
(2013-04)
& Weiner, 2010). Several dollars are allocated to treating infections, intubation, and total parenteral nutrition. Readmission for managing oral mucositis alone is an additional unplanned hospital stay which contributes to increased need for financial...
Developing simulation to meet practice competencies at a coordinated program in dietetics
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
Patients provide real-life clinical scenarios for students to practice skills learned in the classroom. Previous research has shown that implementing simulation into dietetics training can provide benefits to dietetic students such as practicing skills in a...
What are the most effective interventions to reduce childhood obesity?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2002)
Efforts to increase physical activity or decrease sedentary activities have shown some short-term benefit, and adding dietary changes may be more effective. Aiming interventions at parents, intensive family therapy, comprehensive school-based...
A qualitative study exploring college student nutrition behaviors within a service-learning course
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
participating in a service-learning nutrition course. Participants described their experiences through a pre-post survey, reflections, and voluntary interviews. Based on these constructs, this service-learning course was found to improve knowledge, awareness...
Thiazolidinedione Therapy for Managing Metabolic Syndrome
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2010)
There is no patient-oriented evidence supporting the use of TZD therapy in patients in the general population who have metabolic syndrome. Rosiglitazone (Avandia) use decreases cardiovascular morbidity and mortality in patients with metabolic...
How best to help kids lose weight
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2010)
Screen children and adolescents for obesity and offer them multifaceted weight loss interventions, based on new evidence (and a recent US Preventive Services Task Force [USPSTF] recommendation) of their effectiveness. Consider adding a weight loss...
What is the differential diagnosis of chronic diarrhea in immunocompetent patients?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2002)
), microscopic colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, celiac sprue, and radiation colitis. (Grade of recommendation: C, based on case series.)...
In patients with a previous CVA, do antioxidants protect against subsequent stroke?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2002)
observational studies that suggested a benefit. No studies have assessed only stroke patients and stroke outcomes. (Grade of recommendation: A, based on randomized controlled clinical trials and a systematic review of antioxidants and cardiovascular disease.)...
What vitamins and minerals should be given to breastfed and bottle-fed infants?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2005)
Breastfed and formula-fed infants should receive intramuscular vitamin K soon after birth to prevent classic hemorrhagic disease of the newborn (strength of recommendation [SOR]: A, systematic review of controlled trials). ...
Does the age you introduce food to an infant affect allergies later?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2007)
in the first year of life, when compared with introducing cow's milk or soy formula (strength of recommendation [SOR]: B, based on a systematic review that included only 2 double-blinded randomized controlled trials [RCTs]). There is inconsistent evidence...
Effects of Soy Protein-Based Formula in Full-Term Infants
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2008)
There are no significant long-term detrimental effects associated with the use of currently available, commercially produced, isolated soy protein-based formula in full-term infants. (Strength of Recommendation: B, based primarily on cohort studies...
Which treatments work best for hemorrhoids?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
Excision is the most effective treatment for thrombosed external hemorrhoids (strength of recommendation [SOR]: B, retrospective studies). For prolapsed internal hemorrhoids, the best definitive treatment is traditional ...
Are there any known health risks to early introduction of solids to an infant's diet?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
Few studies support an association between early introduction of solid food and atopic conditions, obesity, or any other illness (strength of recommendation [SOR]: B, cohort studies with mixed results). Very weak evidence suggests an increased risk...
Which strategies work best to prevent obesity in adults?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
Regular physical activity decreases long-term weight gain (strength of recommendation [SOR]: B, 2 high-quality, randomized controlled trials [RCTs]). Decreasing fat intake (SOR: B, 1 high-quality systematic review) and ...
Do glucosamine and chondroitin worsen blood sugar control in diabetes?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2006)
Despite theoretical risks based on animal models given high intravenous doses, glucosamine/chondroitin (1500 mg/1200 mg daily) does not adversely affect short-term glycemic control for patients whose diabetes is well-controlled, or for those without...
What medications are safe and effective for heartburn during pregnancy?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2001)
Ranitidine is the best-studied agent effective for treatment of heartburn in pregnancy. Some antacids are effective, but it may be prudent to avoid them in the first trimester until better safety studies are published. ...
When is it OK for children to start drinking fruit juice?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
, expert opinion). It's important to reiterate to parents that breastfeeding is the preferred source of infant nutrition for the first 6 (preferably 12) months of life (SOR: A, systematic reviews)....
Does red wine reduce cardiovascular risks?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2010)
evidence exists to determine whether wine reduces cardiovascular risk more than other alcoholic beverages....
Do calcium supplements prevent postmenopausal osteoporotic fractures?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2003)
patients, who have a high rate of vitamin D deficiency (strength of recommendation: A, based on randomized controlled trials)....