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Hedonic characteristics of baked goods made with either dark chocolate or milk chocolate
(2008-12)Because dark chocolate (DC) is a better source of polyphenols (which have antioxidant activity) than milk chocolate (MC), it was of interest to determine the effect of replacing MC with DC on the hedonic characteristics ... -
Exposure to alcohol interrupts adipose cell maturation, attenuates adiponectin expression, and contributes to inflammatory markers in 3T3-F442 pre-adipocytes
(2018-12-20)Drinking alcohol during pregnancy interrupts cellular development, which may have far-reaching health effects on the fetus in its embryonic state and later as a young child. Adipose tissue (AT) is an important target for ... -
Is there a difference in fat preference among differing ethnic groups and will it be a predictor of BMI?
(2010-12)Obesity, a multi-factorial chronic disease, affects a large portion of the population within the United States. This study was designed to determine whether or not differences in preference for high fat foods exist among ... -
d-δ-tocotrienol-mediated suppression of the proliferation of human PANC-1, MIA PaCa-2, and BxPC-3 pancreatic tumor cells
(2008-08)The rate-limiting enzyme of the mevalonate pathway, 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A (HMG CoA) reductase, provides essential intermediates for the prenylation or dolichylation of numerous growth-related proteins ... -
Effect of consuming pistachios on the dietary intakes and serum concentrations of gamma -tocopherol and magnesium and on serum lipid profile in adults
(2009-12)Pistachios are one of the best dietary sources of gamma-tocopherol (γ-tocopherol), a form of vitamin E that may help to protect against diseases such as cardiovascular disease (CVD) and cancer, e.g., lung, prostate, and ... -
Acceptance of modified low glycemic index diet foods by severely obese Mexican or Mexican American girls ages 12-19
(2009-12)One of the most common health problems facing America's youth today is obesity. There are many different approaches being used in order to aid adolescents and children with weight loss. One of these approaches is the ... -
Effect of various processing on the quality and storage of par-fried French Fries in trans-free cottonseed oil
(2010-12)Making a good French Fries undergoes many processing, among which blanching and dehydration are the most important. This study was conducted to observe the effect of various processing on the quality of French Fries fried ... -
Investigating food waste management in college and university foodservice operations
(2009-08)This study was designed to investigate foodservice administrators' attitudes and barriers regarding food waste management (FWM) in college and university foodservice operations. Research methods included focus group ... -
Vitamin D status in collegiate female athletes: Relationship to indoor vs. outdoor sports
(2010-12)Vitamin D is important for bone metabolism, muscle function and possibly athletic performance. Low serum 25(OH)D concentrations among adolescents and adults have been observed. Limited research exists on vitamin D status ... -
Various factors that affect hydrolytic rancidity in rice bran
(2010-12)Rice bran, a nutritious by-product of milling, is prone to hydrolytic rancidity due to active lipases. To assess the loss of quality, free fatty acids (FFA) in raw bran were measured over 48 hour period. Cultivar, farming ... -
Quality of dietary intake at school lunch of middle school students based on socioeconomic status
(2008-08)Ensuring adequate dietary intake at school lunch for optimal adolescent growth and development is important; however, few studies have assessed the quality of dietary intake at school lunch based on socioeconomic status ... -
The effect of freeze dried whole blueberries on pain, gait performance and inflammation in individuals with symptomatic knee osteoarthritis
(2018-08-28)Objective: The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of freeze dried whole blueberries on pain, gait performance and inflammation in individuals with symptomatic knee osteoarthritis (OA). Methods: A total of 63 ... -
The development and testing of the questionnaire for the BE FREE program
(2018-07-18)Women 40 to 65 years of age experience many life changes including menopausal transition. The BE FREE™ program aims improve overall wellness and enhance quality of life for women in this group. PURPOSE: To test and ... -
Effect of blueberry polyphenols on 3T3-F442A preadipocyte differentiation
(2010-12)Today obesity is an epidemic and its prevalence has increased significantly over the last few decades. To avoid excessive accumulation of fat, optimum energy intake along with regular exercise is mandatory. Polyphenols ... -
The impact of switching to lower fat milk as a simple dietary modification in adolescents
(2010-08)Due to the alarming increase in obesity and type 2 diabetes among adolescents, prevention strategies are needed. This study investigated whether substituting 1% or skim milk for whole or 2% milk can lead to savings in ... -
Correlation between the sucrose concentration and glycemic load of foods used in food frequency questionnaires: An explanation for the putative role of dietary sucrose in lung carcinogenesis?
(2009-05)Researchers have investigated how dietary intake affects lung cancer risk. The literature indicates that sucrose may potentially play a role in lung cancer carcinogenesis. This study examined the sucrose content and glycemic ... -
Impact of delta-tocotrienol on human melanoma cell proliferation
(2010-05)The rate-limiting enzyme of the mevalonate pathway, 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A (HMG CoA) reductase, provides essential intermediates for the prenylation or dolichylation of growth-related proteins including ... -
Knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions about risk of type 2 diabetes of parents and children with family history of type 2 diabetes
(2008-05)Literature has indicated that there is an increased incidence of type 2 diabetes among minority populations. This study examined the knowledge of diabetes, diabetes related risk factors, and prevention practices for reducing ... -
The impact of degree of milling on the contents of rice bran lipids and gamma-tocotrienol
(2010-12)The purpose of this research was to study the impact of milling on total lipids and γ-tocotrienol concentrations in rice brans of Cheniere and Francis varieties. The brown rice obtained after dehulling was milled to 4%, ...
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