Browsing Nutrition & Food Sciences by Title
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Upcycling brewers’ spent grain for functional food development and the effect on markers of cardiovascular disease risk in healthy adults
(2021-05-12)Brewers’ spent grain (BSG) is the leftover grain from beer production that contains protein, fiber, and minerals. This dissertation includes three separate studies. First, whole grain versus refined grain consumption ... -
Use and rationale for taking nutritional supplements among collegiate athletes at risk for nutrient deficiencies
(2010-12-30)This study examined aspects of collegiate athletes' eating habits, weight, and nutritional supplement use. The purpose of this study was to determine if athletes who were at risk for nutritional deficiencies use nutritional ... -
Use of cognitive interview techniques in the development of an instrument to evaluate the effectiveness of foodborne illness and food allergen training for independently–owned restaurants
(2014-12-30)Developing educational materials to help reduce the incidence of foodborne illness and allergic reactions from food served in independently owned restaurants is imperative. The purpose of this study is to determine how ... -
The use of nutrition labels
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Use of vitamin and mineral supplements and risk for mortality from heart disease
(2010-08)The use of dietary supplements by the general population is on the rise. However, little long-term evidence is available on the effects of dietary supplements and the relative risk (RR) for mortality from heart disease. ... -
Using athlete's plate for easy training/weight management with dancers
(2016-12-30)Purpose: The purpose of the study was to determine if Athlete’s Plate for Easy Training/ Weight Management used with dancers for 6 months would improve their body composition (decreasing body fat percentage and increasing ... -
Using instrumental and sensory analysis to investigate the flavor of different cucumber varieties and the impact on lemon flavored water
(2/19/2020)Cucumber has unique flavors including green, fresh, fatty, and melon notes. Refreshing concept is trendy in the beverage market, while sugar reduction in processed foods and beverages is a prominent global trend in recent ... -
Using instrumental and sensory evaluation to determine flavor components and potential meaty flavor enhancement of raw and cooked shiitake and portobello mushrooms
(2021-08-18)Mushrooms are edible fungi that have been used for millennia to enhance savory foods and are increasing in popularity worldwide. Investigating all the aroma compounds in mushrooms is key to understanding how and why mushrooms ... -
Using sensory and volatile analysis to investigate refreshment perceived from watermelon
(7/23/2020)Objective: The aim of this study was to identify flavor indicators for the refreshing perception of watermelon flesh and rind using sensory and flavor instrumental analysis. Methods: The sensory profile of seven watermelon ... -
Using text messaging to prevent early pediatric obesity
(6/25/2019)The purpose of this study was to determine whether parents of infants prefer gain- or loss-framed text messages to promote healthy feeding behaviors and to determine the preferred time of day, day of the week, and frequency ... -
Validity and reliability testing of a subjective nutritional assessment tool for adult liver transplant candidates
(1989-05-30)Three transplant dietitians reviewed a "Subjective Global Assessment" (SGA) tool which was developed for use with adult liver transplant candidates. After "post-review" changes were made, two dietitians assessed 20 liver ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Weight control for low-income black and Hispanic women
(1990-05-30)Small-scaled studies of a free weight control program for low-income, low-literate black women were conducted with intact groups from a literacy program or a recreational center. The program was then modified, translated ... -
What drives individuals to choose bariatric surgery? an in-depth review of dietary and nutritional variables
(5/30/2017)The motivations, eating habits, and behavioral characteristics of African American and Caucasian obese females (n=200) seeking bariatric surgery were described in this study. Heads Up is a study that examined surgical and ...
