| Title | Date | Views | Brief Description |
|---|
| Macronutrients and Waist Circumference Compared to Hip Circumference |
2014 |
1879 |
Introduction: A large waist circumference (WC) has more detrimental health outcomes than a large hip circumference (HC). Macronutrient calorie distribution affects the health of individuals. The purpose of this study is to investigate how the sources... |
| The Correlation of Fruit and Vegetable Intake with Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Cataract Formation |
2015 |
1348 |
Age-related macular degeneration and cataracts are common causes of blindnessamong older adults. Oxidation has been linked to the onset of age-related maculardegeneration and cataracts. It is hypothesized that fruit and vegetable intake maycounteract... |
| The Mediterranean Diet And The Effects On Primary And Secondary Prevention Of Heart Disease |
2016 |
1464 |
The Mediterranean diet has been held in high regards for its benefits in treating many health-Â-related diseases, including heart disease. Influenced by the Mediterranean region, this diet incorporates the traditional diets of those from Greece, and ... |
| Association Of Carotenoid Intake With Pulmonary Function |
2020 |
1515 |
Lung function gradually declines as adults age, which can make breathing more difficult. Previous studies have reported enhanced lung function among older adults with high intake of carotenoid-rich foods. The aim of this study is to investigate the a... |
| A Prospective Study Of Mediterranean Diet And Cognitive Decline |
2018 |
1231 |
Cognitive impairment affects 16-25% of older adults in the US and Canada and has profound effects on quality of life. Adherence to a Mediterranean Diet (MedDiet) has been associated with better cognitive function in some studies, but results have be... |
| Does Body Mass Index Mediate The Association Between Meat Intake And Insulin Sensitivity? |
2018 |
966 |
The purpose of this study was to examine the possible inverse relationship between total meat intake or processed meat intake on insulin sensitivity as mediated by body mass index (BMI). The Quantitative Insulin Sensitivity Check Index (QUICKI) was u... |
| Extreme Birthweights And Metabolic Syndrome In Adulthood |
2018 |
612 |
This study examined the effects of high birthweight (HBW) and low birthweight (LBW) on an individual’s risk of developing metabolic syndrome later in life; with consideration of both maternal and individual lifetime behavioral, social, and environmen... |
| Experiences With Celiac Disease For Those In Rural Versus Urban Areas Of Western North Carolina |
2018 |
1594 |
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that is managed by adhering to a life-long gluten-free diet. To properly follow a gluten-free diet and treat celiac disease access to gluten-free products, healthcare professionals and adequate economic means ... |