Analysis of Public Policies on Food Security for Older Mapuche Adults in Rural Areas

Foods, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 14(6), P. 1055 - 1055

Published: March 19, 2025

Food security remains a critical challenge for older adults in rural Indigenous communities, particularly among the Mapuche people. This study presents an analysis of public policies that address food Chile. Using interpretative qualitative approach, we explore alignment between government programs and lived experiences this population. Findings indicate existing lack cultural pertinence, focusing primarily on market-driven agricultural production rather than self-sufficiency traditional systems. Participants highlight loss community farming practices, environmental degradation, imposition external models as key factors exacerbating insecurity. In addition, health education do not integrate knowledge habits, which further limits their effectiveness. highlights need culturally inclusive support local sovereignty, sustainable empowerment communities.

Language: Английский

Micronutrients and the Periodontium: A Narrative Review

Cureus, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: April 4, 2025

This is a comprehensive narrative assessment of micronutrient relevance for periodontal health. The periodontium crucial and intricate structure that supports the tooth within alveolar bone. Composed four tissues with distinct embryological origins- bone, cementum, gingiva, ligament - plays fundamental role in maintaining dento-alveolar function homeostasis. Periodontitis gaining attention due to its widespread occurrence worldwide. inflammatory condition disrupts balance between host immune response microbial virulence factors. Connective tissue production defenses require proteins Vegetable support health by promoting repair function, while excessive dietary fats can exacerbate inflammation increase risk disease (PD). Inflammation further compounded animal fats, which contribute PD. Omega-3 fatty acids are well-known their anti-inflammatory effects, help reduce inflammation. Adequate intake essential minerals vitamins required Vitamins K, D, A oral epithelial integrity, facilitating bone development, supporting overall maintenance. Inadequate calcium (Ca²⁺) magnesium (Mg²⁺) levels have been associated severe Antioxidants such as vitamin C alleviate tissues. As recognized dental professionals, nutritional status considerable an individual's developing

Language: Английский