Camel meat is considered as good source of nutrition, its taste and texture are similar to that of cattle and has an amino acid content ten times higher than that of the latter. Moreover, its consumption is very low and the manufacture and marketing of cameline meat products are very neglected. The objective of this work is to promote camel’s meat and the derived products from it. Thus, the industry sector should launch and invest in the production of large ranges of camel meat, in order to meet consumer demands.

Background: Intense physical activity, such as football (soccer), can induce exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD) and associated inflammatory responses. These perturbations can lead to increased levels in serum biomarkers such as creatine kinase (CK) and C-reactive protein (CRP). In response, athletes increasingly employ various recovery modalities, with nutritional interventions featuring antioxidant properties representing a prominent strategy. Aims: This study aimed to evaluate and compare the efficacy of beetroot juice (BEJ) and pomegranate juice (POJ)—beverages recognized for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential—, on modulating CK and CRP levels in football players throughout a regular training cycle. Participants and Methods: A cohort of 18 amateur football players was allocated into three groups (n=6 per group): a pomegranate juice (POJ) group; a beetroot juice (BEJ) group; and a placebo (PLA) group. Baseline CK and CRP levels were determined before and after a high intensity training (HIT) session prior to supplementation. Participants then consumed their daily supplement for 22 days. CK and CRP levels were re-assessed 24 hours before and after HIT sessions on days 12 and 22 of the intervention. Results: Following the 22-day supplementation period, CK levels was significantly lower in both POJ (209.30 ± 44.25 IU/L, p < 0.0001) and BEJ (188.27 ± 26.29 IU/L p < 0.0001) compared to the PLA group (327.75 ± 15.32 IU/L). No statistically significant difference in CK reduction was observed between the POJ and BEJ groups (p >0.05). In contrast, CRP levels did not exhibit any significant changes across the groups at any measurement point (p > 0.05). Conclusions: The findings reveal that both pomegranate and beet juices supplementation offer comparable protective effects against EMID, as demonstrated by the attenuation of post-exercise CK levels. This underlines the significance of the quality and diversity of bioactive compounds in nutritional recovery strategies. The study also highlights the complex relationship between exercise, muscle damage, and systemic inflammation, necessitating the exploration of further markers for a complete assessment. Keywords: Beta vulgaris; Punica granatum; Antioxidant Supplementation; Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage (EIMD); C-Reactive Protein; Team Sports Nutrition; Recovery Strategies.

Aim: This study aimed to describe the behavior, eating habits, and lifestyle of schoolchildren from different regions of Bejaia, and to evaluate their food consumption on the one hand and their Physical Activity Level (PAL) on the other hand. Methods: This study involved children (n = 240, B/G = 120/120), aged from 6 to 12, that are enrolled in different institutions (primary schools, colleges) in different regions of Bejaia. The children's body weight and height were measured (BMI), and their eating habits and level of physical activity were assessed using adapted questionnaires. Food consumption was estimated by the 24-hour recall method. Results: Results showed observable BMI rise including drastic changes in BMI Z-score as a function of age, height and mainly weight, BMI Z-score values were between 0 and +2 in overweight for obese girls and boys and less than +1 for normal-weight girls and boys. The PAL evaluation was low in overweight and obese children compared to normal-weight children. The correlation test showed a positive correlation between BMI and PAL in both sexes. According to the results of the dietary habits, the frequency of consumption of the different food groups distributed according to the fourth daily intakes (breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacking between meals) was very rich in carbohydrates and fats in overweight and obese children, compared to normal-weight children and according to the recommended threshold. Conclusion: This study shows that there is an increase in BMI values, high BMI Z-scores in overweight and obese children compared to normal-weight children. Children have bad eating habits (snacking between meals, consumption of fast food and sugary drinks). These habits may act as obesity promoting factors when associated with sedentary activities. Keywords: Children, overweight-obesity, normal-weight, BMI, Physical Activity Level, food habits, food consumption.

Among the mammals domesticated by humans for their needs, the dromedary, which is a versatile animal, is used for the production of milk, meat, wool and skin, as well as for sports, tourism and transport. However, knowledge about the breeding and feeding of this animal is limited. The objective of this work is to synthesize previous works on the breeding and feeding of camels in Algeria. The results show that the main farming systems are transhumant, sedentary and nomadic. In addition, the diet of the dromedary is based on different types of Saharan routes and constitutes the main element upon which an extensive camel breeding system is based. Thus, for a better valorization of this species, further studies on the diet and breeding methods of camels are recommended.

Background: Dietary anthocyanins have been recognized for their potent antioxidant and hypolipidemic properties. However, the efficacy of anthocyanin-rich dietary interventions in modulating the lipid metabolism of physically active cohorts remains unclear. Aims: This exploratory, placebo-controlled pilot study aimed to evaluate whether a short-term (22-day) dietary supplementation with anthocyanin-rich red cabbage juice or red onion salad significantly modulates lipid profile parameters, including low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), total cholesterol (TC), and triglycerides (TG), in healthy amateur soccer players. Methods: Fifteen male amateur soccer players (mean age: 24.86 ± 5.93 years) were enrolled and randomly assigned to three groups: red cabbage, red onion, and placebo. Over a 22-day period, participants consumed their assigned supplement while maintaining their regular physical activity levels. Venous blood samples were collected via the cubital vein before baseline and post-intervention for lipid profile parameters. Statistical significance was assessed using paired t-tests and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) or Welch’s ANOVA where appropriate, with the significance threshold set at p ≤ 0.05. Results: Intra-group analyses revealed no statistically significant amelioration in lipid parameters within the red cabbage or red onion cohorts. However, a significant elevation in LDL-C concentrations was observed in the placebo group, increasing from 0.63 ± 0.13 to 0.70 ± 0.11 g/L (p = 0.037). This observation likely reflects the influence of extraneous, uncontrolled variables rather than a direct consequence of the intervention. Conclusions: The findings indicate that short-term dietary supplementation with anthocyanins does not significantly alter the lipid profiles of amateur soccer players. This lack of physiological response may be attributable to the optimized lipid metabolism characteristic of physically active individuals or the exploratory nature of the study design. While these preliminary data provide a foundation for future, adequately powered investigations in athletic populations, the results should be interpreted with caution due to the limited sample size. Keywords: Anthocyanins; Red Cabbage; Red Onion; Amateur Soccer Players; Lipid Profile.