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  • Cultural changes influencing rising obesity rates in France

    Creator:
    McGregor, Erin M.
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    A survey of a non-random sample of adults was conducted in Angers, France to investigate possible cultural changes in dietary behaviors that may contribute to increasing rates of obesity. Participants described contemporary habits regarding eating habits and activity level, as well as attitudes and opinions about obesity. The results largely...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    Rossignol and Dr. Therese Waterhous, for their comments and questions. Additionally, without the

  • Frequency of use and perceived importance of communication in dietetics practice

    Creator:
    Vannoy, Jennifer A.
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    The purpose of this study was to explore the extent of use, preparedness and importance of the communication skills currently listed in the foundation knowledge and skills for dietetics education and to explore how these skills are used in practice. A total of 403 self-administered questionnaires, listing eleven elements of...
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    Masters Thesis
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    experience for me. Thanks also to my other committee members, Dr. Therese Waterhous, Dr. Celeste Walls, and

  • The role of zinc in the molecular and cellular events in the prostate

    Creator:
    Yan, Michelle
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    Zinc is an essential mineral that is integral to many proteins and transcription factors that regulate key cellular functions. The normal prostate accumulates high concentrations of zinc; however, malignant tissues have significantly lower zinc levels. This unique relationship between zinc and the prostate has sparked interest in the role of...
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    Dissertation
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    my committee members; Drs. Andrew Buermeyer, Maret Traber, Therese Waterhous, and Tony Wilcox, who

  • Exercise, nutrition, and homocysteine

    Creator:
    Joubert, Lanae Marie
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    Exercise increases B-vitamin (B6, B12, folate) dependent metabolic reactions, especially those related to energy production and the rebuilding and repairing of muscle tissue. These same B-vitamins are also important in maintaining low blood levels of homocysteine (Hcy), a cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factor. Hcy levels rise when the metabolism of...
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    Dissertation
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    , Therese Waterhous, Christine Snow, Tony Wilcox. All 4 of these individuals have enriched my pursuit of

  • Plasma carotenoids and retinol and dietary intake : association with in situ and invasive cervical carcinomas in Bangkok, Thailand

    Creator:
    Kaunda, Jean R.
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    There is a strong evidence that human papillomavirus (HPV) is the key causative agent of cervical cancer. However, the majority of women who are exposed to the oncogenic HPV do not develop invasive cervical cancer, suggesting that other factors could play a role in the cause and progression of cervical...
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    Dissertation
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    and I wish to thank Dr Nancy Rosenberger, Dr Ann Zukoski, Dr Therese Waterhous and the Graduate