Non-allergenic, plant-based water binders could improve the shelf life of beef patties, thereby reducing food waste.The objective of the current study was to optimize mustard extract addition for improvement of shelf stability and physical appearance of fresh beef patties.Non-allergenic water binder treatments included mustard extract (0.25%, 1.0%,
Exploring the intersectionality of stigma and substance use help-seeking behaviours among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning or otherwise gender or sexuality minority (LGBTQ+) individuals in the United States: A scoping review
ABSTRACTProblematic substance use (SU) is a significant issue among LGBTQ+ individuals, but rates of treatment/help-seeking in this population remain low.This review aimed to investigate literature about intersectional stigma of SU and LGBTQ+ identity and its impact on SU help-seeking behaviours in the U.S.Eligible Lighting-Studio studies from eigh
Predicting hepatic failure with a new diagnostic technique by preoperative liver scintigraphy and computed tomography: a pilot study in 123 patients undergoing liver resection
Abstract Background A novel index, total liver LU15, has been identified as a surrogate marker for liver function.We evaluated the ability of preoperative remnant liver LU15 values to predict postoperative hepatic failure.Methods Preoperative risk factors for postoperative hepatic failure and remnant liver LU15 were evaluated in 123 patients underg