A Content Analysis Of Food Advertisements During Children’S Television Programming,
2011
Eastern Illinois University
A Content Analysis Of Food Advertisements During Children’S Television Programming, Melanie Burns, Jillian Hurt
Faculty Research & Creative Activity until 2018 (FCS)
No abstract provided.
Soil Composition Of Community Gardens: Are There Quality Concerns?,
2011
Montclair State University
Soil Composition Of Community Gardens: Are There Quality Concerns?, Shahla Wunderlich, Charles Feldman, K. Latif, P. Punamiya
Department of Nutrition and Food Studies Scholarship and Creative Works
It is suggested, but not confirmed, that soil composition and minerals in soil can affect the nutritional quality of the produce. Determining soil composition of community gardens has therefore become significant for foods that are grown in these gardens as the popularity of community gardens are on the rise. A comparative study of five (5) community garden soils from different regions of New Jersey and New York over a period of 4 months was conducted. A total of nine (9) elements including Al, Cr, Fe, Ni, Cu, Zn, As, Cd, and Pb were analysed using the EPA Method 3051A. Among …
Metabolomic Profiling To Investigate Effect Of Curcumin In Lung Cancer,
2011
Wayne State University
Metabolomic Profiling To Investigate Effect Of Curcumin In Lung Cancer, Arvind Goja
Wayne State University Dissertations
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the US, in part due to poor diagnosis. Prognosis can be improved, if detected at an early stage. The objective of this study was to use the metabolomic approach to investigate early potential biomarkers for lung cancer. Golden Syrian hamsters were randomized into two groups (treatment and control). Lung cancer was induced in treatment group by a chemical carcinogen, N-nitrosobis-2-(oxopropyl) amine (BOP) while the control animals were injected with saline. Urine was collected weekly throughout the study and frozen at -800 C. Proton nuclear magnetic resonance (1H NMR) spectra, acquired …
Development Of Interventions Aimed At Reducing Obesity And Cardiovascular Disease Risk In A Diverse Population Of College-Age Young Adults,
2011
Wayne State University
Development Of Interventions Aimed At Reducing Obesity And Cardiovascular Disease Risk In A Diverse Population Of College-Age Young Adults, Janice M.W. Rueda
Wayne State University Dissertations
ABSTRACT
DEVELOPMENT OF INTERVENTIONS AIMED AT REDUCING OBESITY AND CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE RISK IN A DIVERSE POPULATION OF COLLEGE-AGE YOUNG ADULTS
by
JANICE MARIE WHINTER RUEDA
May 2011
Advisor: Dr. Pramod Khosla
Major: Nutrition & Food Science
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy
Obesity in the United States has increased dramatically over the past 30 years, and the country has fallen far short of the stated objective of Healthy People 2010 of reducing the prevalence of adult obesity to 15%. Among children, obesity has increased most significantly in the 12-19 year old age group. It is well established that obesity is associated with …
The Impact Of Folate Deficiency On The Base Excision Repair Pathway: Analysis Of Enzyme Coordination In Response To Dna Damage And Imbalanced Repair,
2011
Wayne State University
The Impact Of Folate Deficiency On The Base Excision Repair Pathway: Analysis Of Enzyme Coordination In Response To Dna Damage And Imbalanced Repair, Amanda Pilling
Wayne State University Dissertations
The condition of folate deficiency has been implicated in carcinogenesis, with the strongest evidence formulated in colon cancer. The role of folate in DNA repair, DNA synthesis and methylation reactions renders this nutrient an valuable target for studying the onset and progression of cancer. Using molecular techniques to determine gene and protein expression, enzyme activity and methylation status elucidates the mechanism of DNA repair and damage in folic acid deficient animals in response to carcinogen. The findings presented in this study indicate failure to remove and repair damage in the condition of folate deficiency and suggest that the accumulation of …
Base Excision Repair, Folate Deficiency And Cancer,
2011
Wayne State University
Base Excision Repair, Folate Deficiency And Cancer, Archana Unnikrishnan
Wayne State University Dissertations
Folate, an essential water soluble vitamin has been implicated in the etiology of many types of cancer especially colorectal cancer. Folate deficiency has been reported to incapacitate DNA repair pathways and thereby affect the genomic stability. Our lab has reported previously and here again through this research that folate deficiency affects the DNA damage inducibility of base excision repair pathway. Our study shows the differential effect folate deficiency has on the expression of the genes involved in this pathway. Further, our study shows the increase in preneoplastic lesions in the colon of mice exposed to folate deficiency in response to …
A Framework For Monitoring Local And Regional Food Systems,
2011
SIT Graduate Institute
A Framework For Monitoring Local And Regional Food Systems, Heather Victoria Davis
Capstone Collection
The US food system has been experiencing gradual, yet significant, changes in recent years - with many people recognizing that conventional approaches are not only unsustainable, but also detrimental. As an alternative paradigm, the development of local food systems has been flourishing because of the benefits they bring to us: more local control over our food; supporting the local economy and entrepreneurs; healthier food options; fewer “food miles” and the related benefits of lowered use of petroleum; stronger community bonds; job creation for our rural communities; more gentle on the environment; and a more secure food system overall. Monitoring the …
Long-Term Effects Of A Protein-Enriched Diet On Blood Pressure In Older Women,
2011
Edith Cowan University
Long-Term Effects Of A Protein-Enriched Diet On Blood Pressure In Older Women, Jonathon Hodgson, Kun Zhu, Joshua Lewis, Deborah Kerr, Xingqiong Meng, Vicky Solah, Amanda Devine, Colin Binns, Richard Woodman, Richard Prince
Research outputs 2011
Short-term randomised, controlled trials have found that dietary protein relative to carbohydrate can reduce blood pressure. Our objective was to investigate the effects on blood pressure of an increase in protein intake from whey over 2 years in women aged over 70 years. From the general population, 219 women aged between 70 and 80 years were recruited to a 2-year randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled parallel-design trial: 181 women completed the trial to the end of year 2. Participants were randomly assigned to consume a daily whey protein-based beverage (protein) or an energy-matched low-protein high-carbohydrate beverage (control). Blood pressure measurements were performed …
Factors Associated With Fruit And Vegetable Consumption Among Caribbean Immigrants In The United States,
2011
Eastern Michigan University
Factors Associated With Fruit And Vegetable Consumption Among Caribbean Immigrants In The United States, Claudia Martin-Ayoade
Master's Theses and Doctoral Dissertations
Background: There are limited data available on the fruit and vegetable consumption of Caribbean immigrants in the United States.
Purpose: To assess changes in intakes of fruits and vegetables in Caribbean immigrants while assessing knowledge of the recommended servings and barriers to intake.
Method: A cross sectional Internet questionnaire was conducted for Caribbean-born members of the social network website Cariblifecentral.com. Data were analyzed using descriptive frequencies, Pearson’s chi-square, and the Student’s t-test.
Results: Of 113 respondents, 37 reported consuming less vegetables since emigrating (p<0.10) while 29 reported eating more. However, 10.8% of respondents did not know the recommended servings for vegetables. Access to fresh produce was no barrier to consumption.
Conclusions: As this population continues to grow, it becomes necessary to tailor nutrition and disease prevention …
Clinical Use Of Probiotics: A Survey Of Physicians’ Beliefs And Practice Patterns,
2011
Eastern Michigan University
Clinical Use Of Probiotics: A Survey Of Physicians’ Beliefs And Practice Patterns, Anastasia Ensminger
Master's Theses and Doctoral Dissertations
Background: Probiotics have the potential to be used as a preventive agent or adjuvant therapy for various medical conditions, and recent research is beginning to illuminate some of the associated benefits. Some clinicians currently prescribe probiotics in practice. Understanding physicians’ beliefs and practice patterns regarding the use of probiotics will help identify current practices, barriers preventing their acceptance, and the sources of information that impact clinical practice.
Objective: To identify and describe physicians’ beliefs and practice patterns regarding the use of probiotics.
Methods: A cross-sectional online questionnaire was administered to 130 physicians employed by or affiliated with Danville …
Walk The Talk,
2011
Andrews University
The Healthy Monday Campaign: Health Awareness In Elementary Schools,
2011
University of Kentucky
The Healthy Monday Campaign: Health Awareness In Elementary Schools, Sheena Pravin Patel
Theses and Dissertations--Nutrition and Food Systems
Childhood obesity is a major public health concern for Americans. Many school-based health interventions and campaigns have been in place in the elementary school setting to help lower the rates of childhood obesity and to make students aware of their health. This study focuses on the implementation of the Healthy Monday campaign to fourth and fifth grade students in two Kentucky elementary schools. Particularly the focal points of the campaign consist of nutrition and physical activity. The campaign highlights two spin-off campaigns from the Healthy Monday campaign titled the Monday Mile and Meatless Monday. This study looks at the effectiveness …
The Differential Effects Of Genetic And Dietary Alterations In Folate Status On Prefrontal Cortical Functions,
2011
University at Albany, State University of New York
The Differential Effects Of Genetic And Dietary Alterations In Folate Status On Prefrontal Cortical Functions, Jessica Amanda Ash
Legacy Theses & Dissertations (2009 - 2024)
Folate status plays an essential role in embryogenesis and brain development; however, its importance in supporting cognitive functioning throughout adulthood is less clear. The present study was interested in examining the effects of genetic and dietary alterations in folate status on prefrontal cortical functions in mice, modeling a common polymorphism in the MTHFD1 gene in folate metabolism. A factorial design was used crossing two genotypes (mice with a gene trap insertion in the Mthfd1 gene exhibiting 50% decreased Mthfd1 expression: Mthfd1gt/+ mice or wildtype mice) with two levels of dietary folate (folate sufficient or folate deficient). The mice were tested …
Effects Of Dietary Fat Saturation On Lipoprotein Metabolism In Rodents And Humans,
2011
Wayne State University
Effects Of Dietary Fat Saturation On Lipoprotein Metabolism In Rodents And Humans, Deepinder Kaur
Wayne State University Dissertations
Consumption of trans-fatty acids (tFA) and saturated fatty acids (SFA) have been associated with higher incidence of coronary heart disease. Experimental and observational data suggests that consumption of PHVO containing tFA, like SFA leads to increased total cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol (LDL-C) but compared to tFA, SFA raises HDL-cholesterol (HDL-C). An attempt to eliminate PHVO from the food supply has resulted in the need to find alternatives which despite their higher dietary fat saturation as compared to naturally occurring vegetable oils, may be preferable to PHVO. However, amongst SFA, the effects on plasma lipoproteins are variable. Thus, we hypothesized that specific …
Action Anthropology And Pedagogy: University-Community Collaborations In Setting Policy,
2011
Syracuse University
Action Anthropology And Pedagogy: University-Community Collaborations In Setting Policy, Sandra D. Lane, Robert A. Rubenstein, Lutchmie Narine, Inga Back, Caitlin Cornell, Alexander Hodgens
Falk College Research Center
This article describes a student-led, community-participatory project focused on reducing the burden of childhood lead poisoning in rental housing. A multidisciplinary group of students and faculty worked with community members. We compiled the social, public health, economic, and policy information on the human and fiscal costs of childhood lead poisoning. This analysis was done for community advocates to use to persuade policymakers to enact a local law strengthening the prevention of childhood lead poisoning in rental property. In conducting this work, the students gained experience in qualitative research methods, quantitative data analysis, the health consequences of lead exposure, health policy, …
Contents,
2011
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Contents, Discovery Editors
Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences
No abstract provided.
Discovery: The Student Journal Of Dale Bumpers College Of Agricultural, Food And Life Sciences - Volume 12 2011,
2011
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Discovery: The Student Journal Of Dale Bumpers College Of Agricultural, Food And Life Sciences - Volume 12 2011, Several Authors
Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences
No abstract provided.
Traditional Open-Bay Versus Single-Family Room Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: A Comparison Of Selected Nutrition Outcomes,
2011
South Dakota State University
Traditional Open-Bay Versus Single-Family Room Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: A Comparison Of Selected Nutrition Outcomes, Christina Erickson, Kendra Kattelmann, Jessica Remington, Cuirong Ren, Carol C. Helseth, Dennis C. Stevens
Health and Nutritional Sciences Faculty Publications
Background: In contrast to the traditional open-bay–type design of the neonatal intensive care unit (tNICU), infants in developmentally appropriate NICU (dNICU) are housed in individual rooms with greater control of light and noise. Previous reports have documented positive influence of the dNICU in cardiorespiratory status, physiologic stability, and weight gain of the infants. The objective of this study was to explore selected nutrition outcomes of infants in the dNICU versus tNICU. Method: A prospective cohort study was conducted on infants with birth weight of 1500 g or less cared for in dNICU (n = 42) or tNICU (n = 31). …
Apples,
2011
Utah State University Extension
Apples, Kathleen Riggs
All Current Publications
This publication is part of the Food Sense Guide to Eating Fresh Fruits and Vegetables and includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing apples.
Nutrition Assessment And Intervention Improves Body Composition And Diet In Ncaa Female Volleyball Players,
2011
University of Mississippi
Nutrition Assessment And Intervention Improves Body Composition And Diet In Ncaa Female Volleyball Players, Rachel Wenzel
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Intercollegiate volleyball is a powerful sport that consists of two to three hour matches; therefore, optimal physical condition is critical for top performance. This study assessed nutrition and anthropometric parameters at the start and conclusion of both the spring 2009 (no intervention) and spring 2010 (intervention) off-seasons as well as additional measurements four months after the intervention. The subject' body composition, total energy, carbohydrate and protein needs were calculated and intakes were assessed. The intervention consisted of monthly individual nutrition counseling sessions based on analysis of intake from three-day food records. Food records were analyzed using Nutrient Data System for …
