Essays about: "growth syndrome"

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1. 1. The experiences of older HIV/AIDS patients : A descriptive literature review

   University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för vårdvetenskap

   Author : Jiawen Lu; Xinting Yu; [2023]
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : Background: The number of older people living with HIV/AIDS is increasing year byyear. With the ageing of society and advances in anti-HIV/AIDS treatment programmes,HIV/AIDS infection among older persons (over 45 years of age) is increasing at anunusual and unprecedented rate and is receiving increasing attention. READ MORE

3. 2. Facilitating Behavioral Change among Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome : A Design-Oriented Case Study

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

   Author : Hilda Robertsson; [2023]
   Keywords : gamification; health app; women’s health; behavior change; habit formation; basic psychological needs; self-determination theory; HCI; app design; spelifiering; hälsoapp; kvinnohälsa; beteendeförändring; vanebildande; psykologiska behov; självbestämmandeteorin; MDI; app design;

   Abstract : The polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects women or people with female reproductive organs negatively, by irregular periods, difficulties in getting pregnant, and excessive hair growth. The symptoms can be eased by taking on habits of regular physical exercise and a balanced diet. Taking on new habits is however a challenging task. READ MORE

4. 3. Intermediate Biomarkers of Cancer Risk are Altered by DifferentIntensity Levels of Physical Activity in Older AdultsMalin

   University essay from Örebro universitet/Institutionen för hälsovetenskaper

   Author : Malin Esbjörnson; [2022]
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   Abstract : AbstractIntroduction: Cancer is the leading cause of death worldwide, and the risk increases as ageincreases. Additionally, chronic inflammation is highly prevalent in older adults, and isassociated with cancer. READ MORE

5. 4. Intermediate Biomarkers of Cancer Risk are Altered by Different Intensity Levels of Physical Activity in Older Adults

   University essay from Örebro universitet/Institutionen för hälsovetenskaper

   Author : Malin Esbjörnson; [2022]
   Keywords : Inflammatory markers; systemic inflammation; chronic inflammation; exercise; training;

   Abstract : Introduction: Cancer is the leading cause of death worldwide, and the risk increases as age increases. Additionally, chronic inflammation is highly prevalent in older adults, and is associated with cancer. READ MORE

6. 5. Soluble and insoluble fractions from nopal (Opuntia ficus) cladodes improve postprandial glycaemic regulation: a crossover randomized study in healthy volunteers

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Livsmedelsteknik och nutrition (master)

   Author : Wanussavee Deenissai; [2020]
   Keywords : Nopal cladodes; Glycaemic regulation; Randomized cross-over study; Dietary fibre; Hydrolysis index; Applied nutrition; Food chemistry; Industriell näringslära; Livsmedelskemi; Medicine and Health Sciences;

   Abstract : Background and objectives: Type 2 diabetes has been increasing all over the world. A healthy diet, including particular functional foods is an effective strategy to prevent this form of diabetes. Nopal (Oputia ficus) is a cactus plant that, according to traditional medicine, has antidiabetic properties. READ MORE