Medicine and Health Sciences Commons^™

Liraglutide Versus Semaglutide: Long Term Weight Loss Management In Obese Individuals, Mckenzie Burke

Physician Assistant Scholarly Project Papers

Obesity has been a source of complications affecting multiple aspects from a physiological and psychological standpoint which has been steadily growing. There are a multitude of weight loss programs and medications with the idea of sustaining consistent weight loss to include use of the pharmaceuticals discussed within this review. The purpose of this literature review is to compare the efficacy and safety with use of liraglutide versus semaglutide (GLP-1 receptor agonists) in respect to long term weight loss management while in conjunction to lifestyle modifications within the obese population. Thorough research has been done with the aid of health science …

Efficacy Of Probiotic Supplementation For Weight Loss In Overweight And Obese Adults, Kelsie Tescher

Physician Assistant Scholarly Project Papers

The purpose of this literature review is to assess current studies investigating the efficacy of using probiotic supplementation to promote weight loss in the overweight and obese adult populations. Three databases were used including PubMed, ClinicalKey, and Embase with a time frame of 15 years. A total of 17 studies met the research criteria and were therefore reviewed. Body weight loss and decrease in BMI were used as measurements of efficacy. Studies used were peer reviewed, randomized-control trials, double-blind, and placebo-controlled. Current research shows insufficient evidence to support the use of a specific genus and/or species of probiotic to promote …

Epigenetics As Primary Prevention Of Coronary Artery Disease, David Majewski

Physician Assistant Scholarly Project Papers

This systematic literature review intended to ascertain if epigenetic testing for the primary prevention of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) decreases mortality compared to the current standard of care. This systemic review used PubMed and Cochrane medical databases to assess epigenetic variances and their association with CAD. The Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) terms used were as follows: CAD, genetics, epigenomics, diabetes, hypertension, obesity, dyslipidemia, primary prevention, and standard of care. Further limiting the search results to Randomized Control Trials (RCT’s), meta-analysis, peer-reviewed, and published within the last 10 years. Exclusion criteria included publications before 2011, articles that did not compare genetic …

Recruitment Maneuvers And Positive End Expiratory Pressure For Obese Patients Undergoing Laparoscopic Procedures, Nathan Mcgee

Nursing Capstones

No abstract provided.

An Anti-Inflammatory Diet In Osteoarthritis Prevention & Management, Stephanie J. Speetzen

Nursing Capstones

No abstract provided.

Development Of Diabetes And Obesity In Infants Of Diabetic Mothers, Breanna Ritchie

Nursing Capstones

No abstract provided.

Promoting Children's Health In The Home Environment: A Parent/Guardian Handbook, Shannon Troje, Stacie Voth

Occupational Therapy Capstones

The World Health Organization (2003) stated that "obesity is a global epidemic". The United States (U.S.) in particular has a statistically significant higher rate of obesity in children. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (2003), 15.3% of children between the ages of 6 and 11 years old are obese as a result of unhealthy habits and routines. Because these habits and routines often begin in the home environment, health promotion activities should involve parents/guardians (Manios, Kafatos, & Mamalakis, 1998).

At this time there are few resources available for parents/guardians and their children to promote wellness in the home environment. …