scholarly journals Sex and seasonal variation in proximate composition and fatty acid profile of Scomber scombrus (L. 1758) fillets from the Middle East Coast of Tunisia

2019 ◽  
Vol 70 (1) ◽  
pp. 285 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. El Oudiani ◽  
I. Chetoui ◽  
C. Darej ◽  
N. Moujahed
Keyword(s):  
Fatty Acid ◽  
Middle East ◽  
East Coast ◽  
Gonad Maturation ◽  
Scomber Scombrus ◽  
Fatty Acid Accumulation ◽  
Atherogenicity Index ◽  
Males And Females ◽  
The Impact

This study investigates the impact of season and sex variations on the total lipid contents and fatty acid composition of Scomber scombrus fillets from the Middle East Coast of Tunisia in order to dertermine the most favorable periods for consumption, and to see if the nutritional quality of the meat depends on the sex of the animal. The effect of fishing season induced significant changes in the lipid profile, and the highest values for total lipids were obtained in the spring for females with 13.2% and for males with 18.9%. The highest values for proteins were obtained in the summer for females with 22.0% and for males with 21.8%. Protein content variations were not significant (p > 0.05). The n-3/n-6 ratio showed a significant level, indicating a tendency toward n-3 fatty acid accumulation in mackerel fillets mainly represented by DHA, whose values were high during the study period for both sexes, except in autumun, which is the period of mackerel gonad maturation, when DHA decreased significantly (p < 0.05), reaching 23.2 and 34.0% for males and females, respectively. It was concluded that Scomber scombrus has high levels of proteins, lipids, and fatty acid contents mainly n-3 PUFA. DHA sex variations were not significant (p > 0.05). The Atherogenicity index (AI) and Thrombogenicity index (TI) were calculated. In our study the AI index was comprised between 0.3 and 0.6 for males and between 0.4 and 0.5 for females. The TI index values ranged from 0.6 to 0.8 for males, and was about 0.6 for females.

scholarly journals To what extent are hake fat and its oil quality affected by the parasite Lernaeocera lusci?

2019 ◽  
Vol 70 (2) ◽  
pp. 297
Author(s):  
K. Telahigue ◽  
I. Rabeh ◽  
I. Chetoui ◽  
S. Bejaoui ◽  
M. El Cafsi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fatty Acid ◽  
Oil Quality ◽  
Infection Intensity ◽  
Parasite Load ◽  
Merluccius Merluccius ◽  
Acid Ratio ◽  
Atherogenicity Index ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Severe Deterioration

The copepod Lernaeosera lusci is a common ectoparasite of the hake Merluccius merluccius, which constitutes its definitive host. The present study is the first to investigate the impact of L. lusci and its infection intensity on the fatty acid (FA) composition and oil quality of its host. The results revealed a substantial decrease in the total FA content, which dropped by 50, 70 and 83% when fish was infected by one (L1), two (L2) and three (L3) parasites, respectively. The lipid profile showed a tendency for a significant decrease in the saturated fatty acid (SFA), monounsaturated fatty acid (MUFA) and polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) levels in all parasitized groups and in a parasite load dependant manner (p < 0.05). The same tendency was observed for the most commonly analysed FA and in particular for essential FA, such as e arachidonic (ARA), eicosapentaenoic (EPA) and docosahexaenoic (DHA) acids, which showed smaller amounts associated with L. lusci co-infection. From a nutritional standpoint, our findings revealed that L. lusci is able to cause severe deterioration in the nutritional quality of its host oil. In addition to the increase in the thrombogenicity index (IT) and the high atherogenicity index (IA) values, the low hypocholesterolemic / hypercholesterolemic fatty acid ratio (H/H) and the modest amount of DHA+EPA (20 and 10 mg/100g) recorded at heavy infection levels make the parasitized fish inadequate sources of these PUFA and unsuitable for consumers with special dietary needs.

scholarly journals The Impact of COVID-19 Infection on the Quality of Life of Health Care Workers

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sadeel Shanshal ◽  
Harith Kh. Al-Qazaz
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
World Health ◽  
World Health Organization Quality ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Males And Females ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background: COVID-19 pandemic has negatively affected the entire world and one of its impacts was the increased level of stress and anxiety, especially among healthcare workers. Therefore, this study aims at evaluating the quality of life (QoL) and sleep quality of healthcare professionals in Iraq.Methods: This study assessed the QoL and sleep quality by using World Health Organization Quality of Life Instruments (WHOQOL-BREF) and the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI) respectively. The questionnaires were administered through an online cross-sectional survey targeted at workers in medical fields in Iraq from 1st to 20th of August 2021. Results: Three hundred medical health workers participated, and females constituted 75.3%. The two questionnaires had very good internal consistency. The highest scoring domain was the social relationships, followed by physical health. Significant difference was found in the mean scores of psychological health domain between males and females, with higher scores observed in males. The mean of the total ISI score was 11.58 ± 6.88 with a range between 0 and 27. Severe insomnia was observed in only 9.7% of the participants. A significant negative correlation (r = -0.118) was found between age and ISI scores of the participants. Significant differences were found between males and females with higher ISI mean score observed among males. Conclusion: The quality of life and sleep pattern can be impacted by COVID-19 infection with the psychological aspect of QoL being the most affected and some degrees of insomnia being observed in many participants.

scholarly journals The Influence of Temperature on Changes in the Distinguishing Features of the Usable Quality of Soybean Meal

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 377-383
Author(s):  
Beata Drzewieniecka ◽  
Jan Drzewieniecki ◽  
Miroslav Blatnický
Keyword(s):  
Fatty Acid ◽  
Soybean Meal ◽  
Acid Content ◽  
Fatty Acid Content ◽  
Transport Processes ◽  
Influence Of Temperature ◽  
Influence Of Temperature On ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Distinguishing Features

Abstract Soybean meal is one of the fodder components. It is a by-product of the production of soybean oil. Soybean meal is a specific cargo due to changes that may occur in it during transport processes. These changes are subject to many distinguishing features of usable quality inter alia fat and fatty acid content. The temperature and size of the soybean meal particles are among the factors influencing the transformations. The article presents the results of research on soybean meal and its individual fractions and the impact of selected indicators on the quality changes of this cargo. The results depend on the conditions corresponding to those that occur during the storage, handling and transport processes. The dependencies between them have been determined. The performed research allowed to determine the type and scope of changes taking place in this cargo under the influence of temperature. The results of the study showed that as the temperature rises, the fatty acid content in the soybean meal decreased during storage for a given period of 30 days.

scholarly journals Post-Flood Impact on the Quality of Life of Victims in East Coast Malaysia

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Azmawati Mohammed Nawi ◽  
Sharifa Ezat Wan Puteh ◽  
Rozita Hod ◽  
Idayu Badilla Idris ◽  
Izzah Syazwani Ahmad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
High Education ◽  
Urban Area ◽  
Social Relationships ◽  
East Coast ◽  
Flood Event ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Relief Efforts

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the quality of life among flood victims exposed at three worst districts in Pahang, Malaysia. Methods: Semi-guided questionnaires were distributed randomly to a total of 602 flood victims. Quality of life (QOL) was measured using WHO Quality of Life-BREF (WHOQOL-BREF), which were assessed based on four domains, i.e. physical activity, psychological, social relationships and environment. Results: Victims of the flood had a poorer quality of life in all the domains especially physical (59.0%) and psychological (53.3%) domain. The impact of the flood on QOL was higher among women, those who reside in the urban area, the elderlies and persons with high education and income. Conclusion: Flood event has reduced the QOL of victims. The impact of flood has been found to be mitigated over the time and relief efforts. Interventions aimed to reduce these concerns in acute post-flood areas are essential to minimize poor QOL among the affected victims. Keywords: Flood, WHOQOL-BREF, Malaysia, victim, QOL, urban

A Gendered Career Stage Model to Explore Turnover Intent Among Correctional Officers

2020 ◽  
Vol 100 (3) ◽  
pp. 332-354
Author(s):  
Marie L. Griffin ◽  
Eric G. Lambert ◽  
Nancy L. Hogan ◽  
Natalie Todak ◽  
John Hepburn
Keyword(s):  
Job Stress ◽  
Correctional Officers ◽  
Career Stages ◽  
Turnover Intent ◽  
Career Stage ◽  
Stage Model ◽  
Coworker Support ◽  
Males And Females ◽  
The Impact

Understanding the factors that lead to correctional officer (CO) turnover intent is vital. Using a gendered career stage model, this study focused on male and female CO similarities and differences in workplace variable effects on turnover intent across career stages. The results indicated that organizational commitment was a consistent predictor of turnover intent for all correctional officers at all career stages, and, at various career stages, quality of supervision, coworker support, and safety concerns affected both males and females. Male officers were more likely to leave at all career stages, with the impact of job stress and role ambiguity influencing male turnover intent.

scholarly journals Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHQoL) among Adolescents Seeking Orthodontic Treatment

2012 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 294-298 ◽  
Author(s):  
CM Manjith ◽  
Srinivas Kumar Karnam ◽  
Sunil Manglam ◽  
MN Praveen ◽  
Anirudh Mathur
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Treatment Needs ◽  
Treatment Need ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Males And Females ◽  
The Impact

ABSTRACT Aim The aim of this study was to assess the effect of different orthodontic treatment needs on the OHQoL of adolescents. Materials and methods 200 subjects (100 males and 100 females), 11 to 15 years of age were recruited for the study. OHQoL was assessed with the short form of the oral health impact profile (OHIP-14), and malocclusion severity was assessed with the index of orthodontic treatment need (IOTN). The Chi-square test was used to analyse the qualitative data. The level of significance was 0.05. Results The more severe the malocclusion the worse was the impact on the OHQoL. Orthodontic treatment need had almost similar impact on the daily activities of both males and females. Pronunciation and taste was not significantly affected by the need for orthodontic treatment in either males or females. The proportions of orthodontic patients who found it uncomfortable to eat any food and had to interrupt their meals were significantly correlated with orthodontic treatment needs in both males and females. Conclusion Orthodontic treatment need had an impact on OHQoL of adolescents with no significant difference between males and females. Clinical significance Orthodontists should be aware of the impact caused by malocclusion and orthodontic treatment on the quality of life of the patients and should provide regular positive reinforcements to them. How to cite this article Manjith CM, Karnam SK, Manglam S, Praveen MN, Mathur A. Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHQoL) among Adolescents Seeking Orthodontic Treatment. J Contemp Dent Pract 2012;13(3):294-298.

Internet Banking Encounter Quality of Arab Middle East Banks

2021 ◽  
pp. 1379-1392
Author(s):  
Yazan Khalid Abed-Allah Migdadi ◽  
Ola Maher Al Omari
Keyword(s):  
Middle East ◽  
Internet Banking ◽  
Service Encounter ◽  
Analysis Methodology ◽  
Global Presence ◽  
Organizational Determinants ◽  
Quality Dimensions ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Arab Middle East

The aim of this chapter was to evaluate the impact of organizational determinants in term of ownership, age, size and global presence on the quality of internet banking service encounter in the Arab Middle East region. A sample of fifty banks from eleven countries was surveyed. Two questionnaires were used; one of them was directed to professionals to weight the dimensions of quality. Another one was used to report the quality dimensions and bank's characteristics. Detailed analysis methodology called quantitative evaluation was adopted to weight and rate quality dimensions, further, Mann-Whitney U test and Sperman correlation coefficient were used. This study revealed that; there is a statistical significant difference in accessibility, content and security dimensions between foreign and local banks. Global presence has a significant impact on customization and security, but age and size of the bank doesn't have significant relationship with quality of service encounter dimensions.

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