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Predicting Successful Weight Loss Maintenance With The Health Locus Of Control And Other Behavioral Modification Factors, Kimberley Ann Mcmahon
Predicting Successful Weight Loss Maintenance With The Health Locus Of Control And Other Behavioral Modification Factors, Kimberley Ann Mcmahon
All Graduate Plan B and other Reports, Spring 1920 to Spring 2023
The purpose of this study was to determine if health locus of control (LOC) is a reliable indicator of weight Joss maintenance. It was hypothesized that a high internal locus of control (ILOC) is a reliable indicator for weight loss maintenance in individuals, while external locus of control (ELOC) contributes to weight re-gain after weight loss.
The study involved 203 adults who completed a seven section questionnaire. Subjects were separated into groups based on their sub-category of locus of control, as well as their degree within the sub-category (high, moderate, or low in either internal (ILOC), external (ELOC), or fate, …
Factors Influencing Milk Consumption In An Elementary School Lunch Program, Andrea G. Payne
Factors Influencing Milk Consumption In An Elementary School Lunch Program, Andrea G. Payne
All Graduate Plan B and other Reports, Spring 1920 to Spring 2023
This study investigated milk consumption in an elementary school and whether it could be affected by milk temperature and/or nutrition education. This study was of interest because of the increasing amount of nutritionally related diseases, and the effect that calcium intake could have in diminishing some of those diseases. It was also of interest because the younger generation is drinking less milk and more soda, therefore setting themselves up for nutritionally related diseases later in life.
The study was conducted at an elementary school containing grades K-5. The study was conducted Monday through Friday for a seven week time period. …
Factors That Influence High School Student Participation In United States Department Of Agriculture School Lunch Nutrition Programs, Rebecca S. Mckinnon
Factors That Influence High School Student Participation In United States Department Of Agriculture School Lunch Nutrition Programs, Rebecca S. Mckinnon
All Graduate Plan B and other Reports, Spring 1920 to Spring 2023
The survey investigated factors that influenced high school student participation in the National School Lunch Program. The National School Lunch program provides nutritionally balanced meals based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the Recommended Dietary Allowances, and the Food Guide Pyramid. This nutrition program contributes significantly to the nutrient needs of adolescents, however, participation rates are low and students do not receive the health benefits associated with this nutrition program when they do not participate.
The survey was conducted in two high schools, both with grades sophomore through senior. The two high schools had distinct differences in location, cafeteria design …