Introduction: A recent study by Sureshchandra et al. shows that maternal obesity may influence the development of fetal bone marrow and immune system. Many studies have established an association between pre-pregnancy obesity and increased risk of infection and inflammatory responses. However, few have studied the effects of maternal obesity on
Food intake is affected by a variety of neurochemical, hormonal, physiological, and psychological factors [1]. Several studies have shown significant changes in appetite, eating behavior, and energy intake in women during their menstrual cycle where there are changes to the factors affecting food intake [1]. The menstrual cycle consists of
Worldwide obesity tripled in just the last half century, and more people live in countries where there are greater overweight-related deaths than underweight-related deaths, WHO reports [1]. Obesity is an excess of body fat. As body fat increases, adipose tissues reach their capacity to store fat. This results in more
Video gaming is a popular activity enjoyed by all ages. In recent years, children and adolescents in particular, are spending more time indoors playing video games, than they do on outdoor activities. While some games are educational, there is an increased demand for games which may focus on unfavourable themes
With growing use of electronic devices and virtual learning due to the Covid19 pandemic, concerns about eye health are on the rise. There is a growing belief that blue light from electronic devices can cause retinal damage and accelerate the development of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). AMD is a chronic
