Search Results - "Jayawardena, Ranil"

The impact of COVID-19 lockdown on snacking habits, fast-food and alcohol consumption: A systematic review of the evidence by Bakaloudi, Dimitra Rafailia, Jeyakumar, Dhanushya T., Jayawardena, Ranil, Chourdakis, Michail

“…The pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and lockdown measures, that were implemented in many countries in order to control the virus transmission,…”
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Prevalence and trends of the diabetes epidemic in South Asia: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Jayawardena, Ranil, Ranasinghe, Priyanga, Byrne, Nuala M, Soares, Mario J, Katulanda, Prasad, Hills, Andrew P

“…Diabetes mellitus has reached epidemic proportions worldwide. South Asians are known to have an increased predisposition for diabetes which has become an…”
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The influence of family history of hypertension on disease prevalence and associated metabolic risk factors among Sri Lankan adults by Ranasinghe, Priyanga, Cooray, Dilini N, Jayawardena, Ranil, Katulanda, Prasad

“…Hypertension is a major contributor to the global non-communicable disease burden. Family history is an important non-modifiable risk factor for hypertension…”
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Perceived stress among Sri Lankans during the economic crisis: an online survey by Sooriyaarachchi, Piumika, Jayawardena, Ranil

“…Background: The Sri Lankan population's mental health was undoubtedly significantly impacted by the county’s economic crisis. This study investigated the…”
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Effect of coconut oil on cardio-metabolic risk: A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventional studies by Jayawardena, Ranil, Swarnamali, Hasinthi, Lanerolle, Pulani, Ranasinghe, Priyanga

“…High total cholesterol (TC) and low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) could be major risk factors for cardiovascular disease burden among high risk…”
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A low-calorie meal replacement improves body composition and metabolic parameters in shift workers with overweight and obesity: a randomized, controlled, parallel group trial by Sooriyaarachchi, Piumika, Jayawardena, Ranil, Pavey, Toby, King, Neil A

“…Shift work has been identified as a risk factor for several chronic health conditions including obesity. This study evaluated the impact of a low-calorie meal…”
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The impact of an oral nutritional supplement on body weight gain in older adults with malnutrition: an open-label randomized controlled trial by Jayawardena, Ranil, Wickramawardhane, Prasani, Dalpatadu, Chamila, Hills, Andrew P, Ranasinghe, Priyanga

“…Abstract Background The global aging population is expanding rapidly and many individuals have a particularly higher risk of malnutrition. Malnutrition can…”
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Enhancing physical function and activity level in malnourished older adults through oral nutrition supplements: a randomized controlled trial by Jayawardena, Ranil, Weerasinghe, Kalani, Gamage, Manoja, Hills, Andrew P

“…Malnutrition of older individuals, leads to significant functional decline, reducing their quality of life. Lifestyle interventions; dietary improvements and…”
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The effect of coconut oil and palm oil on anthropometric parameters: a clinical trial by Swarnamali, Hasinthi, Ranasinghe, Priyanga, Jayawardena, Ranil

“…During recent years several studies have investigated the impact of different dietary oils on body weight. They have shown differential positive and negative…”
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Meal replacement as a weight loss strategy for night shift workers with obesity: a protocol for a randomized controlled trial by Sooriyaarachchi, Piumika, Jayawardena, Ranil, Pavey, Toby, King, Neil A

“…Abstract Background Shift work is considered a risk factor for a number of chronic health conditions including obesity. Weight reduction in obese patients…”
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The impact of the Sri Lankan economic crisis on medication adherence: An online cross-sectional survey by Jayawardena, Ranil, Kodithuwakku, Wasana, Sooriyaarachchi, Piumika

“…The economic crisis in Sri Lanka has disarrayed the country's healthcare services, posing a challenge to people with chronic diseases on routine care. This…”
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A qualitative exploration of the experiences of shift workers participated in a low-calorie meal replacement dietary intervention by Sooriyaarachchi, Piumika, Jayawardena, Ranil, Pavey, Toby, King, Neil A

“…Shift work is associated with various health challenges, including obesity and metabolic disturbances. To address these concerns, a randomised controlled…”
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The range of non-traditional anthropometric parameters to define obesity and obesity-related disease in children: a systematic review by Ranasinghe, Priyanga, Jayawardena, Ranil, Gamage, Nishadi, Pujitha Wickramasinghe, V., Hills, Andrew P.

“…Obesity is defined as an abnormal/excessive accumulation of body fat, associated with health consequences. Although overall obesity does confer a significant…”
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The First Sri Lankan Experience on Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery by Bulugahapitiya, Uditha, Wijeratne, Thejana, Jayawardena, Ranil, Lekamwasam, Sarath, Gunawardena, Asela, Wellala, Vindya, Ratnayake, Gowri, Wijetunga, Udai

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Usage of nutritional supplements to improve immunity during the COVID-19 pandemic: An online survey by Francis, Tormalli V., Sooriyaarachchi, Piumika, Jayawardena, Ranil

“…Proper nutrition to optimise immune function is mandatory as at present there is no specific medicine to cure COVID-19. Our study aimed to investigate the use…”
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Interventions for treatment and/or prevention of alcohol hangover: Systematic review by Jayawardena, Ranil, Thejani, Thulasika, Ranasinghe, Priyanga, Fernando, Dinithi, Verster, Joris C.

“…Objective To evaluate new research conducted over the past few years (2009–2016) assessing the effectiveness of potentially curative and/or preventive methods…”
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Changes in Snack Food Intake during COVID-19 Lockdown: An Online Survey in Sri Lanka by Manoja Gamage, Piumika Sooriyaarachchi, Tormalli Francis, Ranil Jayawardena

“…Background: Based on high transmissibility of coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19), nationwide lockdowns were undertaken to halt the spread of virus associated…”
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Food consumption of Sri Lankan adults: an appraisal of serving characteristics by Jayawardena, Ranil, Byrne, Nuala M, Soares, Mario J, Katulanda, Prasad, Hills, Andrew P

“…The main aim of the present study was to identify food consumption in Sri Lankan adults based on serving characteristics. Cross-sectional study. Fruits,…”
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The benefits of yoga practice compared to physical exercise in the management of type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A systematic review and meta-analysis by Jayawardena, Ranil, Ranasinghe, Priyanga, Chathuranga, Tharindu, Atapattu, Piyusha Milani, Misra, Anoop

“…Yoga is increasingly used as an adjunctive therapy in the management of Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). The present study aims to systematically evaluate the…”
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Impact of COVID-19 lockdown on meat or equivalent consumption behavior among Sri Lankan adults: a cross-sectional study by Gamage, Manoja, Sooriyaarachchi, Piumika, Francis, Tormalli, Jayawardena, Ranil

“…Background: The COVID-19 lockdown severely affected dietary behaviors, particularly meat or equivalent consumption. This study aimed to understand the impact…”
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